Okay, so I'm working on a new project that I am so excited about! It is with Room Service Atlanta, a community service organization that enlists the help of local interior designers to create better living environments for children's homes, shelters, and other non-profit facilities, that aid in the support of making Atlanta a better place for as many as possible.
While in Paris riding the Metro, I was struck by the architecture of it's stations. I loved the walls, the lighting, and the iron details that were specific to each. This one station in particular really stood out for me, and I immediately thought of my project with Room Service Atlanta. I have chosen to do the lounge in the Boys Cottage. This is a place where the young men can gather and watch television or just hang out with each other for some fun and fellowship with their housemates.
I'm not much for doing one wall as a focal wall, and I guess that's why something like the wall above really appealed to me. I think it would be really cool to do something like this on all four walls, but in a fun, very imaginative color. Right now I'm toying with a medium orange or peacock blue! I feel like a kid with a new box of crayons when I start thinking about color palettes for projects! I typically like keeping the walls somewhat neutral and introducing color in the accessories, draperies, rugs, and such; but for this space I want color, color, color! Not so much until it's distracting and overwhelming, but where it's inspiring and totally cool! You know that place where you're like, "I so want to spend time here!"
This is the part of design that really gets my creative juices flowing! Trying to figure out how to translate inspiration into realization. Even if it isn't the exact same thing, it's okay. The idea is to capture, in some form, the look and/or feel of the inspired element. Yes, I do realize this is very industrial and has a cold feel about it, but that's when all of the elements such as light, color, and texture really becomes important. You have to be diligent about selecting elements that will be a soft yet complementive contrast.
I love this lighting! I can't wait to begin sourcing for something like it. Isn't it incredible??? Of course, with this being a lounge, I want it to be comfortable and a place the guys want to hang out. It needs to have a bit of intimacy, while inspiring their creativity and dreams. For me to be able to design a space where they will feel at home and foster genuine, lasting relationships that will become a part of their support system will be absolutely amazing for me!
If you would love to help support my efforts in helping to create a wonderful lounge for these deserving young men, please contact me at rhondae@rhondaepeterson.com. I will be posting updates as progress is made to keep you guys in the loop. Also, please visit Room Service Atlanta to learn more about this amazing organization!
Make it AMAZING!
Rhonda
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