Monday, July 11, 2011

Design Chef: Chris Barrett



So I've been browsing various design schools lately, dreaming of another life, another opportunity, when I stumbled upon Chris Barrett.  She is a Southern California native who founded her company, Chris Barrett Designs, in 1987.  She designs for residential and commercial spaces and has recently launched a textile product line featuring vibrant designs for outdoors furnishings. I just love the chic spaces she has created.  Her use of contrasting, yet complementary shades of color leave happy notes and an inviting feeling (even if all I have seen are pictures).  I love the infusion of the natural elements and unique furnishings in the environments she has designed.  A few delicious examples are available for your perusal.

[caption id="attachment_648" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Mediterranean-inspired pool area of a Spanish colonial home in Santa Monica"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_649" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Bedroom in same Santa Monica home"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_647" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Sitting area in room suite of boutique Hotel Oceana"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_646" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Manhattan Beach home dining room"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_644" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Manhattan Beach home living room"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_650" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Sashi Sushi"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_651" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Sashi Sushi lounge"][/caption]

All images found in and credited to Chris Barrett Designs.

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