By Jill
Posted on Thursday, May 3, 2018 2:11 PM
Barry Carpet has been privileged to interview some of LA’s top interior designers in order to give you the inside scoop on design trends for 2018. We’ve interviewed JAC Interiors founders, Christine Thompson and Andrea Putnam, as well as Homegirl Collection’s Erin Morris. JAC Interiors combines classic elegance with modern glam to create a unique ambiance. In addition to interior designing, Erin Morris creates beautifully crafted pillows that fit within her boho eclectic design aesthetic. Read on to learn more about our featured designers’ inspirations, favorite flooring options this year and tips to pick the perfect area rug!
Andrea Putnam
Christine Thompson
“Black and white and the contrast it creates is very hot right now—we see it in every aspect of design, both on the inside and the outside of the house and furnishings and materials.”
- Designer Name:
- Christine Thompson & Andrea Putnam
- Designer Brand:
- JAC Interiors
- Contact:
- www.jacinteriors.com
Instagram: @jacinteriors
1. How would you describe your style?
Modern with a twist. We like to mix metals and juxtapose materials for an eclectic one of a kind look.
2. Where do you get your design inspiration?
So many places! From nature to local restaurants and hotels to iconic fashion designers and vintage furnishing, we see beauty and lines all over the place and try to translate that into a modern vision for living.
3. What is trending in the interior design community today?
Jewel tones are really big for spring 2018. Floral motifs are making a strong comeback, in fabrics and wallpapers too. Black and white and the contrast it creates is very hot right now—we see it in every aspect of design, both on the inside and the outside of the house and furnishings and materials.
4. What are your favorite flooring options in 2018?
We love light woods like a European white oak with some grays in it. It feels high
end but modern and natural, not too forced. The texture adds dimension to any room.
5. What is your secret to pick the perfect area rug?
We love to customize a rug for a bespoke look, to make sure we get the perfect size.
We will often pick a wall to wall carpet and then cut it to the exact size we want, so it’s perfect every time!
6. What is your fantasy home and where in the world would you want it to be?
Love the idea of a mountain home, in Moab, Utah! The landscape is literally out of this world, and so inspiring!
“Area rugs are like art and can make or break a room.”
- Designer Name:
- Erin Morris
- Designer Brand:
- Homegirl Collection
- Contact:
- www.homegirlcollection.com
www.etsy.com/shop/HomegirlCollection
erin@homegirlcollection.com
Instagram: @homegirlcollection
1. How would you describe your style?
Boho/eclectic with splashes of old world charm.
2. Where do you get your design inspiration?
My design inspiration comes from the amazing community I’ve met online, mostly through Instagram. There are so many talented people that are not just designers, but passionate about decorating and creating gorgeous spaces. What I love about the online design community is that everyone can share their own personal journey whether they’re hiring a famous interior designer or DIYing their space. Specifically, I gather some of my inspiration from Instagram accounts such as @corre.marie, @Becrowbe, @ChrisLovesJulia, @Skaynedesigns, @a1000xbetter and @carlaypage.
3. What is trending in the interior design community today?
White spaces are still huge. Paint everything white and add character through textiles, flooring and art. Dark moody spaces are also on the rise with olive green tones. If I were brave enough, I’d incorporate olive green cabinets into my upcoming kitchen renovation. I’m also loving loud, veiny marble. I used to love the very soft marble but now, give me all the crazy slabs!
4. What are your favorite flooring options in 2018?
I’m infatuated with wide planked, matte toned hardwood that I’m seeing in homes. Cement tiles are popping up in kitchens and bathrooms and I’m so impressed with wood-look tile and the newest vinyl flooring. There are so many beautiful options.
5. What is your secret to pick the perfect area rug?
Since I tend to change my style up, an area rug allows me to keep things fresh. Area rugs are like art and can make or break a room. A few things I often tell people when choosing a rug is don’t go too small - I’d rather see no area rug in a room than one that is too small for the space. Also, choose something that is going to hold up in your home environment. I once chose a cream Moroccan Beni rug and within a couple months it was no longer cream but gray! And choose something you love and go a little crazy if your space allows it. An area rug can always be switched up, so have fun.
6. What is your fantasy home and where in the world would you want it to be?
Living here in Southern California is my dream. My fantasy home would have wide, open ceilings, tons of light and lots of land. I’m in love with many different styles of homes so my dream home could be a modern farmhouse, Spanish hacienda or just a simple California bungalow! I’d choose rustic, wide planked, white oak flooring.
We love these interior designer flooring and area rug tips! Barry Carpet loves working with designers and is open to the trade. We service all of Los Angeles, including Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Malibu, DTLA, Hollywood, Pasadena and even the OC! Come by our West LA showroom to say hi and talk all things flooring with us!
140 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
310-479-3761
No Comments
Find Out More
To find the hardwood flooring that best meets your needs,
contact us. We’d be happy to answer all of your hardwood flooring questions and show you the latest trend in hardwood flooring.