Ep. 421: Relaxed Elegance with Brittany Bromley

Caroline and Liz welcome New York-based designer and author Brittany Bromley to the show, known for her ability to blend traditional aesthetics with a modern twist. Brittany shares the inspiration and stories behind her new book, "Relaxed Elegance," and details her design portfolio featuring a fearless use of patterns and colors that bring warmth and personality to each project.

Brittany also takes us through her design process, including how she transformed her own home from a neglected space into a layered haven of antique charm and contemporary sophistication. Discover how she uses texture, patterns, and the occasional bold color choice to create unique, comfortable, and enduring designs that reflect the personalities of her clients.

What You'll Hear This Episode:

• 00:00 Introduction to the How to Decorate Podcast
• 00:34 Brittany Bromley's design philosophy and journey
• 01:18 Personal home renovation story
• 04:13 Dining room design with sculptural paper mache
• 12:29 Pattern mixing tips and interior styling
• 24:37 Bridge Hampton interior with humor and tradition
• 27:19 Design strategies for double-height living rooms
• 31:54 Impact of large windows in interior design
• 32:20 Using color in neutral and layered spaces
• 32:54 Muted color palettes for sophisticated interiors
• 34:09 Texture and pattern for depth in design
• 37:19 Evolution of textile design and small-batch textiles
• 39:34 Natural fiber rugs for durability and style
• 40:58 Creating relaxed elegance in decor
• 42:11 Patina, layering, and vintage-inspired interiors
• 43:42 Incorporating marble countertops in kitchens
• 48:46 Balancing cool and warm tones in design
• 51:58 Tailoring design for different locations
• 53:39 Rise of performance textiles and fabrics
• 55:59 Final thoughts on layered, timeless interiors

Also Mentioned:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠ballarddesigns.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Shop Now
• @bittybromley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Brittany's IG
• bbromleyinteriors.com⁠⁠ | Brittany's Website & Portfolio

Please send in your decorating dilemmas + pictures so we can answer them on an upcoming episode (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@ballarddesigns.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) . And, of course, please subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already in Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss a new episode.

Happy Decorating!

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