Because the 4th of July fell in the middle of the week this year, many of us were unable to take a true vacation. That is why I decided to pull inspiration for this space from Austin’s very own Lake Travis. There are individuals lucky enough to call this their home – but for the rest of us, it is a ‘mini’ vacation get-away! While drawing ideas from this photo, I thought back to the basic principles of design – line, color, shape, form, space, and texture. Using the products available through Robin Bond Interiors, I was able to put together a space which very much reflects the elements and aesthetics that compliment our inspiration – Lake Travis.

Art – Studio El
Pillows – Bliss Studio
Table Lamp – IMAX
Standing Lamps – Jeffan International
Sofa – Kravet
Wood Side Table – Uttermost
Vases – Cyan
Driftwood Coffee Table – Uttermost
Rug – Loloi Rugs
White Patina Side Table – Jeffan International

To learn more about the products available through Robin Bond Interiors and what we can do for your interior space, call to schedule a complimentary consultation with us – today!

Design the life you love!

Kravet is a product line available through Robin Bond Interiors which offers furniture, accessories, fabrics, trimmings, rugs, and more! Like Robin Bond Interiors, Kravet specializes in ‘style, luxury and exceptional design.’

Kravet’s Delta Sofa is a perfect example of a statement piece. The majority of people struggle with the concept of contemporary design, assuming it is too ‘funky’, non-functional, or uncomfortable. The Delta Sofa is perfect for the client that enjoys a ‘transitional’ style – a mix of contemporary and traditional. This modest sofa catches your eye because of the interesting shape and straight, clean lines. Leave the existing fabric for a fresh look, or add a custom material to give it your own spin!

Wouldn’t you say ‘wow’ if you walked into a room and spotted this sofa?
Want to find out more about Kravet? Contact Robin Bond Interiors!
Design the life you love!

Are you working with Robin Bond Interiors to create a Paint Plan for your home? If you are out and about and a color catches your eye – use this Benjamin Moore Color Capture App to instantly select its match with a Benjamin Moore paint! For a demonstration on how to use the app, click here! 

I love color! The fact that a particular color can provoke human behaviors and cause certain emotional reactions is fascinating to me! This project was one were color came into play in every space. Our client wanted Hacienda inspired color schemes – “NO neutrals”!…Music to my ears.

These clients were a very cute, young couple living in a beautiful Southwestern styled home with a terracotta roof and stucco facade. The wife had done a fabulous job at establishing an eclectic interior aesthetic by decorating with bold colors and exotic finds from all over the world. Her only task left to tackle were the neutral, “boring” walls.
That’s where I came in!

Each space was defined by a bold pairing of colors.
Upon entry of the home, you were greeted with a shade of rose on the foyer walls and barrel ceiling. Passing through into the living, the tone was shifted to a golden yellow allowing the boldly colored decor to pop! In the adjacent open kitchen, blue was applied to the ceiling with the toffee orange on the walls to compliment. The master suite turned into a serine space with the calming shade of misty blue and ceiling accent of a deep teal. This particular pairing of colors allowed the rustic wooden features throughout the suite to be highlighted as a main feature.

HERE’S A TIP WHEN SELECTING PAINT COLORS:
Pull inspiration from your favorite pieces throughout the house!

Design the life you love!
-Erin-

Don’t be afraid of pattern! Find coordinating color ways and learn to mix and match patterns for a ‘transitional’ look – between traditional and contemporary.

Below are paired fabrics from the RM COCO Allure line.

For more information on RM COCO and how to specify their beautiful products into your next project, give us a call today!

‘Here at Kanti, our aim is to offer a variety of beautiful and genuine fine worldly goods so that everyone can enjoy some of the beauty available in our world. Many of our products come from organizations that give opportunities to underprivileged women, craftsman, and artisans. Our products help support their causes by helping them acquire new skills, opportunities, and independence within local and global communities.’

‘And remember, here at Kanti we support individual artistic freedom as well as local materials. Since our goods often come from local artisans and places of modest means, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to offer the same colors or fabrics of any particular item. However, we will continue to do our best to bring you the most beautiful variety of products from around the world.’

www.kantigoods.com

Mark Ficarra, the AKDO Regional Sales Manager, taught us about the various materials they work with as well was their manufacturing processes. He walked us through their extensive line of products, and shared with us their newest featured items! AKDO manufactures stone, tile, and glass all from all over the world. They cut everything in their own warehouses to guarantee flawless looking designs. If you get a moment, visit AKDO’s website and take a look around. They have a library of products that embrace styles of all kinds!

AKDO
www.akdo.com

[Left to Right: Debi Parker (Outside Sales Rep – Works in showroom), Mark Ficarra (AKDO Regional Sales Manager), Erin, and Robin]

‘AKDO has developed a reputation for stunning mosaic collections that are innovative and trendsetting.’ Shown above are three examples of their new Lace Collection. The beauty of these products – no matter what application, whether it be used as a wallpaper or simply an accent piece, there is that instant wow factor added to the space. Below is the Vine is shown in an application. Isn’t it just beautiful?

To visit the showroom with one of our designers, call Robin Bond Interiors today! With the expertise of the showroom staff, we can show you the endless possibilities on ways to work with stone and tile in your interior spaces!

Located at:
2320 Hancock Drive

Exterior Before

Rough Sketch of Proposed Exterior

Coming summer 2012!

If you want to see interior renderings, check back soon!
Have a blessed day, and create something inspiring!

The process of manufacturing goes though a 4 step process to insure each piece will become a treasure lasting for generations.

Concept and design
You can work with their design team to come up with the concept that fits your home and need. They will help you develop just the right item or a complete collection to fill your home, with attention to detail on the wood, color, hardware and finishes.

Construction
Based on the item to be built, the designer and maestro will take control of your project and after careful review of the design; the item will start to come alive. The greatest attention to every detail is paid to each item to assure our high standards of quality are met with each step of the process. Once the assembly has been done, the item is hand sanded to a flawless finish for preparation of the color. To obtain the proper color or staining, usually 4-5 different colors are used to get just the right color, with the multi-phase air and machine assisted drying to give it the final color or tone.

Blacksmith
Then their blacksmith will make the hardware for each piece, paying special attention to the design and size of that item. The smithing of their hardware is a big part of what makes each of their pieces one of a kind and unique. It is very meticulously matched to each piece not only by scaling it to the overall size of the furniture, but by paying special attention to textures and finishes.

Finishing
At this point in the process, the finishing group will apply several lasting treatments to protect the wood from damaging elements and your keepsake will be as beautiful for many years as the day you placed it in your home. These finishes are all imported from Europe and have been used for generations in the manufacture of fine furniture.

 A sketch of a dining chair design by Jorge for one of our clients:

More of Jorge’s Work: