the 1920s craftsman abode of kelley lilien of pink dot press is warm (thanks to huge picture windows in almost every room), inviting (kelley’s style added to great bones of the house) and definitely kid friendly (a space that invites play). the sunroom of this san diego home acts as the home to pink dot press, but also a playroom for the kids, so i can’t help but wonder how much the kids inspire her designs… thanks, kelley! click here if you’re looking for more sneak peek inspiration and just click “read more” below for additional and full-sized images after the jump! -anne
[above: My preferred palate is a stark white canvas - it's my go to color for just about everything. When I was pregnant with my son, my husband was panicked that he'd be color blind since out entire house was predominantly and obsessively dressed up in all white. And although I am captivated by white spaces, I am happy to report that I love nothing more than to punch them up with splashes of color. It's excellent for re-inventing and always lends it's self to a clean and crisp look. Most people think I'm nuts to insist on white furniture and little kids - thinking the combo is lethal - on the contrary, it's great - everything is completely washable and bleach is truly one of my favorite products! The couch has been with us for almost seven years - it was originally royal blue [ew!] and I slaved over a custom slipcover that fits like a glove in white canvas, or course. Every time I think ‘this couch has kicked the bucket…’ I throw the slipcovers in the wash with a cup of bleach and wha lah – good as new! Yellow ikat area rug – pottery barn. Nesting coffee tables constructed of wine boxes – mi-workshop, chair: mitchel gold. Pillows ruby + stella, kalla, ikea. ]
I have a wild obsession with decorating in a very celebratory fashion, big bursts of color and whimsy - I’m sure it goes hand in hand with being in the business of designing for parties and ornate celebrations. I love the look of a little bit of drama – as if there is a secret little party going on all the time – and for no good reason, just cause. I love clustering eclectic pieces mixing vintage with modern – it’s intriguing and exciting to see a mishmash come together. Mercury birds : west elm. Family photos : urban baby.
This is a great coffee table and fully equipped with baskets for your storing pleasure – in this table’s baskets are toys – and lots of them. The table now has to wear a cloth at ALL times. We had an unfortunate accident with a ‘run way’ and well, after all the planes had safely landed and the ‘run way’ was removed – along with it came nice long strips of the tables paint! I’d LOVE to get my hands on it once I have a free weekend and really do a number on it, but until then table cloths it is! Table cloth: crate & barrel.
CLICK HERE for the rest of Kelley’s peek and full-sized, additional shots of her home after the jump…
A warm ‘hello’ most certainly deserves a warm goodbye. When hightailing it out of the house – there’s always something wishing you well. . . My dad made us our dining table. It’s a trestle table made out of African Sipili wood and it’s beautiful. The top has an almost mirror like finish – and thank goodness for it because both kids have certainly put it to the test! refurbished classroom chairs – vintage, drinking glass : fishs eddie — a MUST visit every time I’m in New York – I absolutely LOVE everything in that store.
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Is anyone else having trouble seeing images on the site? As of Friday, it’s switched to all text…
so lovely and bright, one thing i would love my home to be.
hi robin
what browser are you using? i just checked it on safari, firefox and IE on my pc and aaron’s mac, and can see everything ok…
grace
Creative, affordable, kid friendly… I love it!
We are about to do some major renovations and redecorating and had already decided on stark white as our main base colour. People keep telling mre I am crazy to do this with kids but seeing this lovely sneak peek has only hardened my resolve. Thanks for the inspiration!
I really like the colors, against the white spaces. Also lovely photography style. Great home!
Beautiful. I love the white with punches of color. I love craftsman homes as well. Lovely.
Lovely! What type of plant is that tall thin pine like one next to the chair?
It looks beautiful, but since I don’t buy or use bleach, it’s probably not a good idea for me!
Love the green in the image with the mercury birds. Where would you find these?
how cozy!
So many treats for the eyes. I love the bright green flowers ? (stars) hanging. Can you tell me where they came from?
Kelley, what are those hanging green paper ornaments? I love them as a statement on a white wall. Did you make them yourself?
I love this house. It’s just amazing. She really has done such a great job with the breezy beautiful details of the place – wonderful textiles and all. I wish my house felt like this! Really an inspiration. Thanks for sharing this one!
Mmm. Yup. I could live here.
Lovely! Kelley, where did you get those sheer starburst window panels? I must have them!
Love the photos and the stack of books next to the birdies.
Gorgeous stairwell.
Thanks for all the wonderful comments! Mercury birds : west elm, Green paper hanging ornaments : lunabazaar.com
I WANT those mercury birds. They were sold through West Elm but are now discontinued. :(
Gorgeous home, so inviting!
Robin, I’m totally with you. I can see big pictures, only some of the thumbnails.
Right up my alley. My family just about freaked when I insisted on bakery box white for the entire house, but my grandma painted everything that wasn’t moving white and I always loved how her art and glassware popped. It’s in my genes. Glad to see I’m not the only one. I love this house. It’s like a guest cottage every single day.
Funny, I have the tablecloth and the black and white pillow cover…and the “Domestic Goddess” book…
sheer starburst panels…? Vintage Pottery Barn :) these actually hung in my bedroom as a teenager [15 years ago!], believe it or not! HA!
We are lucky to know Kelley and her family, and occasionally get to visit her home… it is such a bright warm inviting space pretty much year round. I must say, the pictures are great but she has many other talents that need mention…from her amazing graphic design business, kid juggling skills, athletic fervor with the figure to prove it(makes anyone feel lazy), to her ‘to die for baking’, she is one of those that can do everything and has the positive energy to match!
So nice to see her mentioned on DS!
robin and yael
can you not see images anywhere on the site? or just not the thumbnails? the new slideshow software shouldn’t effect images elsewhere on the site. could you let me know what you are and aren’t seeing site-wide? i’ll try to figure this out..
grace
I can see the thumbnails at the end of each post. I cannot see other images – the designsponge logo, the bigger pictures etc. I also can’t see the thumbnails in the sneakpeak menu either. Could it be that my ie is too old?
yael
it could be, but i’m not sure why that would happen, because the logo images you’re referencing haven’t moved on changed since a few months ago. i emailed our tech guy to see what he thinks about this happening to a few people. so far it only seems like a tiny group that are having the problem so i’m wondering if it’s a cache thing or an older browser thing, as the other people having this problem are a few versions behind on their browsers. will get back to you asap!
in the meantime, d*s was actually designed to be viewed on firefox or safari so if you have those browsers on your computer, i’d highly recommend switching. i used IE for years and had all sorts of problems with it so i eventually switched over.
grace
fabulous
I happen to be a friend of this lovely lady, and her house is every bit amazing and cozy as these pictures show. She is so one of those people who can do everything, and do it with such whimsy and creativity! Shes the real thing, folks!
Where is the lovely yellow and white from? I love it!
Where is the lovely yellow and white rug from? I love it!
There are many things about this home that I loved looking at, but the sheers tied in the middle with a simple ribbon blew me away. I’m not a huge fan of draperies, but totally understand the need for a little light filtering and privacy. I’ll be remembering this idea when I’m setting up my own home this fall!
Great house. Love all the object shots.
yellow and white ikat mat : potterybarn
wow! i also have those sheer starburst panels! i bought them when i was 16 & dreaming of the apartment i would someday have. so cool to see them in your home. love all of it, especially the white paint.
Oh I love the green tissue decorations!
How clever!
This is one of the most enviable homes I have ever seen!
i adore those green hanging things! i went to lunabazaar.com but couldnt find the same ones – what are they called?
I’m her Mother what can I say…..very proud !
I love the stairs !
I love the splashes of color… so inspiring! I’m especially taken with the aqua throw with the pom poms! Is it one of a kind?
Ahh! so pretty.
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