ROUNDUP: Currently coveting these bedroom storage pieces...

Hi Everyone,

Abbie here! If you’ve been following along, we are two months into a major home renovation at the Naber household. With any renovation comes a multitude of decisions which often lead to “analysis paralysis” or “design fatigue.”

This week’s current stalling point is related to bedroom furniture. Our bedroom design will be very integrated leaving little to no need for furnishings. (I can’t wait to share with you guys!) So, I’m focusing on a single side chair and a credenza or sideboard of some sort that will serve as a landing spot for a few framed photos, a vase or two, and some organized drawer storage.

We do have a budget and will have to be smart about where we decide to put our money in this room. There are a few blank walls too, so you know…. I’m thinking about the end game and ART!

Since I’m already hours deep in furniture research, I figured I’d share what’s on my radar for some cool sideboards/ media units/ credenzas. These are not necessarily budget friendly, but give you an idea of some amazing pieces that are out there right now.

Here is my inspiration board for our bedroom:

This sideboard hasn’t been selected yet, but it gives you an idea….

And here is my roundup for you all:

Top left: Wiley sideboard (Four Hands) / Bottom left: Leeward Credenza (Kylle Sebree) / Right: Lennon Credenza (Faithful Roots) /

Top left: Lap Credenza (Bludot) / Top right: Solna Credenza (Hedgehouse Furniture) / Bottom left: Simple Dresser in Ash ( Kalon) / Bottom right: Oak wave sideboard (Ethnicraft)

Top left: Oak Shadow TV cupboard (Ethnicraft) / Bottom left: Carter Dresser (Crofthouse)/ Right: Parker Dresser (Faithful Roots)/

If you’ve been searching for a beautifully crafted piece like any of these, I hope I’ve saved you some searching!

Xo,

Abbie

SPOTLIGHT ON: Artists that we love...

Hey all! Nicole from En Shell here with another dose of design chats. I think we are due for a good round- up on the ole blog! Let’s talk art. Art is one of the best ways to infuse character and bits of personality into the home. If you follow along on Instagram, you may have seen Abbie advocate a time or two about the importance of investing in original art, and we are here to say it again! If you are able to budget for original art, DO IT, FOLKS! It can take a home from feeling like a stark, blank box to feeling refined, special, and one-of-a-kind. There is nothing better than receiving museum-quality inspiration from the walls within your own home, and supporting the creative minds of the artists and makers makes it all the better. Find what speaks to you, what connects with you, and what visually brings out positive and soothing emotions within you. Think of art as being a version of therapy. Have we convinced you yet? We sure hope so! So by popular demand, we’ve rounded up a few a. Naber Design tried-and-true favorite artists. Abstract, calming, or bold, be prepared to want to deck your walls with some special investment pieces.

1. . Karina Bania / 2. Kaleen Cameron / 3. Kader Boly via Vintage Rug Shop / 4. Lola Donohue / 5. Art by Lana / 6. .High Desert Studio / 7. Benjamin Ewing / 8. Maja Dlugolecki / 9. Kalla McGuire via Kud Krigg Home / 10. Art D’Avalo / 11. Kari Kroll via The Garage Collective / 12. LRNCE

Project Gregory/ Art by LRNCE/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

Project with a View/ Art: High Desert Studio/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

Project Keep it Neutral/ Art: Kader Boly/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

Project Gregory/ Artist: Maja Dlugolecki/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

L Space HQ/ Art: Art D’avalo and Kari Kroll/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

MOOD: Summer Color Edit

Hi Everyone! It’s En Shell contributing to the a Naber Design blog!

Summer is so close that we can taste it! More time outside means more inspiration is being pulled from nature and the outdoors. Lucky for us on the West Coast, the California landscape always seems to be delivering some colorful eye candy whose influences seem to trickle inside, too. Who doesn’t like bringing that sense of warm sunshine and soothing earth tones into the home? We’re talking warm golden tones such as dijon and ochre, an array of soft oceanic and desert hues, and light, airy neutrals. Not only are the colors inspiring, but the materials and textures of Mother Earth have us reaching for more organic characteristics like grainy and speckled ceramics, natural materials like oak and linen, and wool pebble weaves. We are welcoming the laidback, easy living of a summer lifestyle year-round over here. Take a scroll below and check out a few colors that we fancy for a calming and cheerful home.

Current material selections from Project Collier stirring up the inspiration for this Summer color edit

Materials: Terrazzo and Tiles by Concrete Collaborative

1. Pendant Light by Cuff Studio / 2. Ceramic Pitcher by Kati Von Lehman / 3. Throw Pillow by Jenny Pennywood / 4. Art by Caroline Hurley / 5. Wall Hooks by Alice Tacheny / 6. Venice Terrazzo by Concrete Collaborative / 7. Rug by Stowed Home/ 8. Cabinet by Crate and Barrel /

SPOTLIGHT ON: San Diego Makers

When it comes to sourcing artwork and accessorizing client projects (and my own personal home), one of the first places we start sourcing decor is from small makers. We have such an appreciation for the art of handcrafted goods, and it really can level up a home from feeling like it’s filled with “things” to feel more personal and special.

Living Room from Project Crest/ Photography: Laurelwood Creative

Local Maker: Nicolas Bijan Pourfard/ Mushroom Lamp

From ceramics to textile art, to murals and investment art, sourcing small instead of the big box stores can breathe life into a space and gives the opportunity to inject personality into your home. It also opens up an opportunity for you to have a relationship with the objects and the person who made those objects, which all in all makes a home feel more meaningful. I truly enjoy meeting the maker, learning about their history, their process, and their business, and being able to make face to face contact when picking up the product.

Bedroom from Project Gregory/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

Local Artist: Karina Bania / Painting

Bedroom from Project Sitio/ Photography: Charlotte Lea

Local Maker: Upton Home /Textile canvas art/

Lucky for us, San Diego has no shortage of creative makers of all types. You can even spot some of these local creatives in some of our projects, old and new. So if you’re in San Diego and want to know a good list of local artists and makers, this is the blog post for you! Even if you aren’t in San Diego but need a home décor inspiration boost, we’ve got you covered!

1. Clay and Craft / 2. Karina Bania / 3. Mr. Blue Skye / 4. Upton Home / 5. N. Bijan Design /

6. Norden Goods / 7. Skoby Joe Ceramics / 8. Make Ceramics / 9. Betty Larkin /

MOOD: WARM MODERN

Hey Everyone! It’s Nicole here, (En Shell) contributing to the a Naber Design blog!

Maybe it’s the weather that’s starting to heat up, but it’s safe to say that I have been embracing this warm modern mood that I keep seeing swirling around the interiors realm. We’re talking caramel-toned browns, tans, ivories, and all the yummy neutrals. Throw in some black for an extra level of moody contrast, and you have me over here swooning. There’s something so cozy yet so clean and open about this look. Lately, I’ve been loving the idea of pairing sculptural shapes and forms with clean and crisp lines. Add in layers of textures mixed with rich natural materials, and you have the key to my heart. So while I’m in that warm minimalism frame of mind, here’s a little moodboard to inspire you, too. Enjoy!

Warm Modern

1. Interior Photo by Crystalyn Hummel / 2. Ceramic Bowls by Nur Ceramics / 3. In Common With Dome Pendant / 4. Monte Cushion by Pampa / 5. Porteno Cushion by Pampa / 6. Soho Armchair / 7. Rug by Nordic Knots /

PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: Project Blue Lake Tile Selections

Today, I’m diving into a recent renovation project: #ProjectBlueLake. If you haven’t had a chance to see any images from this project, I will tell you it’s very “tile forward” and in the best way possible!

Project Blue Lake / Photography: Charlotte Lea Photography

If you know one thing about me, it’s that I love a good tile. So I’m very excited to go behind the scenes a bit with you and share my selections (all from Clay Imports) for a bold and patterned kid bath.

To back up a bit, Clay Imports is located in Austin, Texas (which is one of my favorite cities to visit.) I love finding smaller shops to source from, and they have quite an array of product ranging in material, color, and pattern. When I started this project over a year ago, I was brought on at a point where the plans were drawn up but no finish selections had been made by the clients. They knew they wanted something fun and bold for their kid bath which both their son and daughter would share.

I gathered dozens upon dozens of selections to present- varying blues and greens accompanied by graphic black and white patterns for a shower surround. The clients had done their homework, and the repetition in their inspiration images showed a graphic type of tile as one selection accompanied by perhaps a solid hue of some sort. Material at that point was up in the air….

Within minutes, we had zoned in on this “Square Layers” clay tile which is part of the Stone Textile Studios series. Talk about a first impression! The choice was daring, bold and edgy, which was exactly what the client wanted. This set the stage for the space, and after selecting this 8x8, I knew what direction to head next.

Square Layers Tile / Photography: Charlotte Lea Photography

With the black and white tile accompanied by a walnut vanity, I knew that we needed to add in color. I also knew that I wanted to play with scale and opt for something that would be smaller in size compared to the shower surround. Without hesitation, we all unanimously gravitated towards the Ocean hued cement tile in a 4x4. This truly is THE best blue hue.

A peek of the Ocean floor tile accompanied by the shower surround/ Photography: Charlotte Lea Photography

The result? A fun, graphic space that the kids will enjoy for years to come. If you are looking to source unique tile, definitely check out Clay Imports! They have a variety of material selection, color selection, and feature a variety of unique products under the umbrella of their “Artist Series.” I’ve linked a few additional favorites from this series below:

Photography: Charlotte Lea Photography

Interlocking Tile: Matte White

Oval White

Houndstooth Burnt Orange

Xo,

Abbie