This month in Form Follows Fashion, we return to the root of design in focusing on basic elements that come together to become anything but basic. We will take a trek through this world to find the framework of form, discover the exciting power in shape, and explore the way exaggerated fashions translate into uncanny interiors. Many of these designs are not often seen in standard architecture and interiors today; as such, the use of such rare forms make the space feel expensive, luxurious, and supernatural in the best way.  Fundamental Form Unique forms and shapes create movement, allowi ..read more

Beginning a new year can often feel like taking a step into the unknown, into the darkness where the beam of your flashlight doesn’t quite reach. You move forward, filled with both hope and trepidation for what comes next. And there is something beautiful about the unknown, the mysterious, the dark side. So, today, we explore that darkness and that beauty in interior spaces. The aesthetic of darkness imbues a design with depth and intensity. In the world of fashion, black ensembles and dark fabrics create a striking look that carries weight and confidence. Similarly, embracing the darkness of ..read more

On this, the winter solstice, the world witnesses the longest night of the year and we are officially on night watch duty. Thus, in the midst of holidays and celebrations, we are surrounded by candles and fires and strings of lights. Traditions that have lasted centuries inhabiting and filling the darkness of winter nights. And so, we dive headlong into the frosty gloom of night, searching for inspiration.  This month, follow us in our Form Follows Fashion exploration as we delve into the textures and colors found in winter fashions. Whether timeless or trendy, these fashions influence th ..read more

I’m not gonna lie, I will miss referencing all year long Pantone’s color this year. I about jumped out of my seat as it was revealed. It’s a personal favorite (I know. WOW.). It is a bold, exciting, and invigorating shade. Full of life and celebration, the 2023 color is PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta. This color descends from the red family and is inspired by the natural red of cochineal, one of the brightest and most precious natural dyes. Viva Magenta was chosen for its brave and fearless signal of strength and unrestrained self-expression – YES! Let’s do it!. The color is grounded in nature ..read more

With the crisp November air, fashions take a turn for warmth while interiors become our refuge as we spend more time indoors. For this month’s edition of Form Follows Fashion, we draw inspiration from the iconic layered street styles of cities like New York, Boston, Portland, and Seattle. From fashion ensembles to architectural excitements, this sweep of the streets supplies us with endless possibilities and ideas for exceptional interior design. Distressed Designs + Blurred Lines As with distressed and worn clothes, there is a charm and comfort to be found in interior spaces that feature fad ..read more

This month, we explore the weird, the wacky, and, most importantly, the wild. Nature has always inspired artists, explorers, inventors, and all of humankind. Interiors are no exception! Whether it’s simply a jumping-off point or the entire idea, incorporating flora and fauna into your space can result in a vibrant and energizing interior. Nowhere Natural Interior design and decoration can mimic nature—without actually being natural. Spaces inspired by natural surroundings have a wide-eyed wonder, as well as soothing energy and dynamic movement, except inside a synthetic structure.For example ..read more

This month, we explore the weird, the wacky, and, most importantly, the wild. Nature has always inspired artists, explorers, inventors, and all of humankind. Interiors are no exception! Whether it’s simply a jumping-off point or the entire idea, incorporating flora and fauna into your space can result in a vibrant and energizing interior. Nowhere Natural Interior design and decoration can mimic nature—without actually being natural. Spaces inspired by natural surroundings have a wide-eyed wonder, as well as soothing energy and dynamic movement, except inside a synthetic structure.For example ..read more

School has started, the leaves are changing, and fall is in the air. And we can’t stop thinking about a moody autumnal road trip to a magical mountain retreat. Perhaps a cabin vacation isn’t on our fall bucket list, but we’re ready to help you with yours! This month’s Form Follows Fashion study is a country excursion inspired by down-to-earth fashions that are practical, yet trendy and stylized. It’s truly a tale as old as time: take the tried-and-true, and revamp it for custom modernization. Classic Cabin-Core Initially, mountain cabins started off as the old log structures we’ve come to kn ..read more

Last month was a fashion and interior flashback. This month, we end the summer with a flash forward. These flash forward designs still carry a retro vibe with them while looking to the future, as if the ideas in Back To The Future had been correct stylistic predictions. This yesteryear vision contains hard lines, bold colors, lustrous polishes, and bright metals for dramatic Tomorrowland interiors. Liquid Metal Many of these flash forward fashions demonstrate the aesthetic of the retro futuristic, the science fiction imaginings in movies and television. For example, the fashion models below s ..read more

This month, our Form Follows Fashion series has us looking into the past for a July flashback. The fashions of the 1960’s and 1970’s inspire modern interiors with endless possibilities. From bold color schemes to select vintage furniture, every design choice collaborates to create a work of art and transform a space into a retro refuge.   Wall To Wall One of the greatest 1970’s fashion trends was the ensembles featuring exact matches of footwear and clothing. Likewise, the interior spaces below demonstrate the unifying effect of a color palette shared by the floors and the walls. Th ..read more