BEHIND THE DESIGN : DIANA LOMBARD INTERIORS ULTIMATE TWEEN DREAM ROOM
Few rooms hold as much importance to tweens and teens as the ever-essential lounge space. (Insert eye roll and the plea for distance from immediate family members - pets excluded, of course.) Whether a secluded spot to study, socialize or unwind, creating a welcoming area where teens can be teens is trending to be a necessary haven. However, creating a versatile space that encompasses all necessary elements while balancing style, practicality, and self-expression, (while pleasing a teen!) proves to be no simple feat. Thankfully, Diana Lombard found herself working with a tween client gifted with an easygoing nature and fortunate flair for style. Through their creative collaboration and choice of our Walk Like An Egyptian wallpaper in Sky, Lombard aced the assignment, creating an eclectically chic oasis ready for any occasion to chill. "Hang out" with us as we delve into the details "Behind the Design" of this inviting hub.
Chill vibes only! A cool and relaxing teen retreat courtesy of Diana Lombard Interiors (and Walk Like an Egyptian in Sky!) Photography by Kerry Kirk Photo,
Elworthy Studio : What was your vision for this living/lounge space? (And for the space in general?
Diana Lombard Interiors : This project was a new build for a former client of ours located in Spring, TX. From the start, our client knew she wanted her home to be bold, colorful and unexpected - "something that will surprise and delight anyone who walks in." Our challenge was to transform her builder grade home from a cookie-cutter suburban into something unique. Through the use of furnishings, wall treatments, textiles and art, we injected personality and fun into the space, and the result was vibrant and invigorating! We were not originally looking for a wallpaper for the lounge, nor was it part of our initial vision for the space. Our client’s daughter, who was 11 at the time, had only one request - that we incorporate her favorite color, blue, into her spaces.
ES : What drew you/your client to our Walk Like an Egyptian in Sky for this project?
DLI : We were not originally looking for a wallpaper for the lounge, nor was it part of our initial vision for the space. Our client’s daughter, who was 11 at the time, had only one request - that we incorporate her favorite color, blue, into her spaces. While sourcing wallpaper for other areas of the home, I came across Walk like an Egyptian and was immediately drawn to it for its color and pattern. While I loved the paper, the colors weren’t right for the powder bath or dining room. I showed my client the paper and she loved it immediately as well! I came up with the idea to use the wallpaper in her daughter’s lounge area, and we ended up building the entire space around the paper.
“This wallpaper completely makes the room!…What we love most about Walk Like an Egyptian is that the pattern is playful while also sophisticated.”
ES : What effect does this wallpaper have in the finished space?
DLI :This wallpaper completely makes the room! It provides a wonderful focal point for the space, as well as adds textural and visual interest. It is the perfect backdrop for the sofa, curtains, desk and other decor in the space. What we love most about WLAE is that the pattern is playful while also sophisticated. It strikes the perfect balance for a pre-teen’s room. It is young enough that it feels appropriate for a kid’s space, while also refined enough that it will grow with her and be something she can enjoy well into her teenage years. The blue is bright and “fun”, not in any way a “baby blue.” There is a nuanced sophistication to the paper that is perfect for the space!
ES : Was sustainability and using eco-friendly materials a factor in this project?
DLI : While sustainability was not initially a leading factor in our selection of this paper, our desire to work with smaller, boutique businesses was. At DLI we believe that fabric and wallpaper design are art forms, and we pride ourselves on supporting independent artists whenever possible. We love that all of Elworthy Studio’s designs begin by hand, and appreciate their authentic process
ES : As fellow lovers of all things color, we are curious...what do you feel is your color 'soul mate'? Feel free to be as specific as you want!
DLI : It is so hard for me to choose a favorite color, as I truly love them all! That being said, one color that feels particularly meaningful to me is deep purple. I used deep purple in my own home office and love the richness and complexity of the tone. Purple adds warmth and vibrance to a space and compliments many other colors well, such as gold, black, turquoise, and even shades of green. Surprisingly, I have found purple to be a rare color in the design industry; it is extremely challenging to source fabrics, rugs and wallpaper that contain purple. Regardless, I will never tire of purple, and will continue to use it as an accent color in my designs for any clients who love it as much as I do!
A huge thank you to Diana Lombard for sharing her delightful insights into the creation of this special hangout room - a space that’s as stylish as it is fun. Here’s to hoping that tween-agers might actually want to spend more time at home after all! You can learn more about Diana Lombard Interiors by visiting her website and Instagram.
