Willetts Design & Associates

As the possibility of travel draws near, we're excited about the many places we can visit to soak up design inspiration including the stately Villa Sola Cabiati tucked away on the bank of Lake Como.

Those who know me well, know my dream home is nestled somewhere in the Italian countryside, waiting to be discovered. And I can't wait to continue my search.....I'll keep you posted on my progress! : @willettsdesign ... #globetrotter #worldtraveller #worldtravels #rome #italy #dreamdestination #hgtv #househunters #househuntersinternational #journey #destination See more

This hand blocked fabric from artisans in Jaipur would make stunning wall art. And I love rich blue hues. Follow @willettsdesign for weekly design inspiration . ... #blue #indigo #bluedecor #jaipur #textile #textiles #fabrics #fabricinspiration #bandblocked #handmade See more

Like Pantone, we love a good pop of yellow, especially when it comes in the form of a whimsical grevillea and dragon fruit floral arrangement. Follow @willettsdesign for weekly design inspiration. ... #colorinspiration #interiordesignideas #decorinspiration #designinspo #flowerarrangements #floralarrangements #floralarrangement #yellow #colorinspo #bouquet #flowerlove #flowers #floral #springvibes #popofcolor #colorobsessed #colorobsession #pantonecoloroftheyear See more

I love the colors in this vignette; so vibrant! I chose to use whites and primary colors for the furnishings and accessories, so as to not fight with the accent wall color and this amazing piece, Entreaty by Damien Hirst. As one of the Young British Artists, (YBA) group, Damien Hirst seeks to explore the complex relationship between art, life and death. His work has included the use of butterflies, a cow and calf, a shark, and even a human skull. His works explore the fr...agility of life, the certainty of death, and the questions around resurrection and religion. I think that his butterfly works particularly, are beautiful, exquisite Kaleidoscopes of colors. The butterfly works reference the spiritual symbolism of the butterfly; specifically, themes of resurrection or idealized beauty. Using butterflies as his color palette has also enabled him to create an unending blend of fantastic color combinations. I chose to use Dunn Edwards Surf’s Up DET583 to accentuate these vivid colors. Artfully designed by @willettsdesign #dunnedwards #paint #paintcolors #colorinspiration #designinspiration #interiordesigner #asid #asidla #quirky #oneroomchallenge #boldcolors #popofcolor #blueroom #bedroomdesign #bedroominspiration #dreambedroom #midcentury #midcenturymodern #midcenturyinspired #vintagevibes #asid #asidla #damienhirst

In design, there is always an opportunity to maximize your outdoor living space, be it a balcony off your condo or something as extravagant as creating a sandy beach in your backyard. And building flexibility into the design at the beginning is key to its success. Start with an overall plan, then add in the individual requirements your design needs to meet. For instance, consider how many individual spaces you may need within the overall space then decide if items need to be ...mobile and or removable. Consider who is using the space, you and your cat, friends and family, large parties. Will there be a built-in fireplace or a portable firepit, heavy solidly built furnishings or moveable multi-use lightweight pieces, built-in BBQ and pizza oven or countertop appliances? We’ve also been designing planter boxes and gardens; working in conjunction with landscapers to give people the option to grow produce at home. And lastly, of course, many of us want to update or add new outdoor furniture. Which is great, because there are so many new outdoor fabric and furniture options available for you to choose from. There are a lot of things going on in the world right now, and many of them need our attention and support, so let’s make sure that whatever it is you need to create in your home and your outdoor space it feeds you, supports you, and reinvigorates you so that when you need to go out into the world you are ready for it. Artfully designed by @willettsdesign #outdoorliving #outdoordining #outdoorkitchen #range #subzero #subzerowolf #subzeroandwolf #designtips #interiordesigntips #interiordesignideas #designyourlife #interior4you1 #passion4interiors #houzz #hgtv #interior123

Inspiring words from America’s first interior designer. It is a great privilege to follow in Elsie’s footsteps, and create the homes in which our client’s dreams come to life. ... #interiordesigner #interiordesign #interiordesignlife See more