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8.03.2007

Unapologetically Pretty: The Gubelmann Apartment in Elle Decor



Above, Gracie hand-painted wallpaper inspired by a chinoiserie style Syrie Maugham used in Palm Beach in the 1930s.


Photography above William Waldron; Interior design, Cathy Triant Buxton. Click images to enlarge.

The September Elle Decor is brimming with chic images -- 21 gorgeous storage boxes, a weekend home designed by Victoria Hagan, John Barrett's Greenwich Village digs, and even a new renovation guide -- but what strikes me most is Marjorie Gubelmann's New York apartment. It is timeless, yet punctuated with clear energetic colors, and it seems surprisingly child-friendly. (Think cozy glamour.) With its mix of eye-popping multi-colored pillows, simple lacquered side tables, silver lamps, and geometric-covered chairs, I think the living room will inspire many readers working with a less grand space.

BTW: The issue hits newsstands August 14.

8 comments:

brilliantasylum said...

Gorgeous! I love your new look.

style court said...

thanks brilliant!!

ALL THE BEST said...

I love the photos. I for one have always loved to read about Marjorie Gubelmann. I know some find her arrogant and brazen, but I still love to keep up with what she is doing.

girl meets glamour said...

I can't wait for my issue to come in the mail!! Thanks for the preview :)

~Kate

a. said...

Looking forward to this one. Love the couch and those pillows!

kcdesign said...

thanks for the sneak peak! this is great.

Cote de Texas said...

I'm dying!@@!! I want it! The "Blue Marlin" doesn't get Elle Decor and even House Beautiful. Oh, I need to go home now. These pictures are luring me back.


Joni

The Peak of Chic said...

Thanks for the scoop! I hope I get mine soon! It looks like a good one.