Let me take you to the sun, to Malibu. Pictured above is the beach house of Kelly Wearstler, American interior and fashion designer, known for her luxurious take on the mid century interior. Rich tones, exquisite materials, lush textures and lot’s of sun. The contrast between yesterday’s post couldn’t be bigger. That’s, to me, the fascinating aspect of architecture and interiors. How they are a reflection of their location, it’s context and how they can be an expression of the owners personality. Same as fashion. You might consider this aesthetic to be over the top or too much, but I love it. And, you might be surprised, how I found the same richness in a house much closer to home. To be continued…

Pictures taken by the talented Jamie Beck, to see them all click here.