Neutral & Natural: Our Latest Design Project (And Everything You Need To Get The Look)

IT’S TIME FOR A BOBBY BERK DESIGN PROJECT REVEAL!

If you’re a regular reader (or have seen Bobby’s Home Office), you know by now that we’re big fans of neutral interiors and making a major impact with minimal color. So when it came to our latest design project – a neutral and natural space with bold accents – we felt right at home. 

ENTRY

With a double-height ceiling, the entry sets the stage for the simple, but statement-making spaces in this home. We kept the space mostly clean and minimal, using a few larger-scale pieces to make an impression. A modern, sculptural light fixture, which delicately hangs over the space, provides curves to contrast with the strong linear lines of the door and windows. While a custom chevron pattern in the hardwood floor brings in interest and helps define the space. A large plant in a woven basket and black and white photography brings in the natural vibes.

1. Five Head Focus Suspension Light | 2. Bristlecone Photograph | 3. Tall Totem Vase | 4. Small Totem Vase | 5. Nevis Sofa Table | 6. Emlyn Basket | 7. Costal Couture Wide Engineered Hardwood Flooring

KITCHEN

Turning left from the entry, you make your way into the main living spaces of the home, where an open and inviting kitchen anchors the space. We decided to go dark and dramatic in this space, drawing in your eye and helping create an area of focus within the larger space. The cabinets feature a rich, espresso finish with simple stainless steel handles and a back counter and backsplash in an equally dark polished grey stone. A long horizontal window on the backsplash wall helps bring light into the space and breaks up the heaviness of the wall.  Above the sink, open shelving provides ample decorative storage, which is lit by a pair of modern Scout Sconces from Cedar & Moss. The oversized island features a bright white countertop, reflecting light and warming things up, while light wood counter stools are the perfect finishing touch.

1. Black Pedestal Bowl | 2. Single Picture Matted Frame | 3. Marble Mortar & Pestle | 4. Scout Sconce | 5. Matte Ceramic Round Vase | 6. Striped Flat Weave Kitchen Towel | 7. Handmade Wood Bowls | 8. Ivory Organic Rimmed Dinner Plates | 9. Lecture Counter Stool | 10. Marble Utensil Holder | 11. Pour Over Coffee Maker | 12. Two-Tone Woven Twine Organic Ceramic Vase | 13. Gray Ash Wood Ceramic Salt Or Pepper Grinder | 14. Martini Coupe Glasses | 15. Wooden Cutting Board

LIVING ROOM

As the main space for gathering, we wanted the living room to combine the best of both relaxed and refined elements. A pair of tailored sofas are just that- as pleasing to the eye as they are cozy and inviting. To fill the center of the room, we combined two Streamline Coffee Tables from West Elm to create one large table, providing lots of surface space, and contrast against the black linear rug. Structured leather lounge chairs mimic the architectural lines of the home, while wood accents, like a chunky side table, reinforce the organic feel. For continuity, we continued the same stone from the kitchen onto the fireplace surround, along with built-in shelves on each side. A large tone-on-tone textured white painting hangs about the fireplace, while the shelves are filled with graphic art, marble accessories, and pieces from nature. And to soften things up, while still reflecting the graphic quality of the space, the simple white custom draperies have a punchy black trim.  A mix of textured pillows and a throw, meanwhile, make relaxing a real treat. And for extra storage, we added a Bauer Bar Cabinet from Bobby’s line for A.R.T. in the corner of the space.

1. Silhouette of White V Painting | 2. Midnight 1 Art | 3. Textured Wood Simple Accent Lamp | 4. Dried Grapewood Branch | 5. Judson Sling Chair | 6. Faux Curling Willow Branch | 7. Joshua Tree Print | 8. Polished White Marble Bookends | 9. Loops Throw Pillow | 10. Clique Black Pillow | 11. Leather Throw Pillow | 12. Overarching Curvilinear Mid-Century Floor Lamp | 13. Bauer Bar Accent Cabinet | 14. Atlas Natural Wood Table Lamp | 15. Streamline Coffee Table | 16. Grammercy Sofa | 17. Haru Side Table | 18. Single Picture Gallery Frame | 19. Marble Steps Art | 20. Acacia Wood Magazine Holder | 21. Black & White Stripe Rug

DINING ROOM

The Dining room, which is tucked into a corner with a wall of glass doors on one side and the hallway to the entry on the other, presented us with a unique design challenge. How do we provide plenty of seating while still keeping a good flow between spaces?  In order to maximize the footprint, we chose a square dining table that would easily seat 8. It’s central base and dark finish also help it create some visual weight in the space. More delicate dining chairs and a tubular chandelier avoid competing with the heftiness of the table. On the opposite wall, a wood sideboard provides storage, while keeping the walkway to the entry open, and a graphic triptych photograph and sculptural lamp add a sense of playfulness.

1. Clemente Pendant Light | 2. B&W Photograph Triptych | 3. Algarve Ceramic Table Lamp | 4. Faux Curling Willow Branch | 5. Lyons Sideboard | 6. Perry Square Dining Table | 7. CH88 Chair | 8. Extra Large Totem Vase

Well, what do you think? Let us know your favorite space in the comments below! And don’t forget to check back each day this week as we reveal the rest of this inspiring space!