Saturday, March 12, 2011

Designer spotlight: Cathy Kincaid...and we have a winner!!

Before I start anything, I just want to say my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the people of Japan, it is still surreal that this has happened and I am fearful that we do not yet know the true extent of damage and loss. May God protect them and guide them in the difficult days ahead during the recovery process.

Good morning! My apologies for the drawing not happening yesterday...I was away for a couple of days, it was a bit of a crazy and unexpectedly long day, and didn't get back until late last night. Incidentally I still tried to arrange the drawing via random.org but there was some kind of technical glitch which was making me nuts, after almost an hour of trying (1am)....it still was not working. I was exhausted at this point and decided to start fresh again this morning. It must have needed its rest too because it worked and I am thrilled to announce we have a winner!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO 

VALARIE OF GLITTERY DAYS AND NIGHTS

YOU HAVE WON THE LAMPS.....Thank you Swank lighting!
(I have left you a message but please get in touch with me by Monday night)

Moving on...... to a Designer spotlight post, another designer whose work is awe inspiring to me is Dallas based Cathy Kincaid, someone whose work I have long admired but only in the past couple of years, did I put the face to the name of the creator of so many rooms whose pages I have stored in my "inspiration folder". Her rooms make my heart go pitter patter for all their old world splendor.  Cathy Kincaid whose office is in Texas has a  talent that matches the size of the state! She, along with her design team designs timeless, inviting, formal but cozy gorgeous rooms that look like they have been there a long time. Her use of colors and accessorizing is brilliant as is evidenced by these stunning rooms. Below is a collection of interiors that she has done.....I would classify her style as old world traditional which is very much my own personal taste. Can you possibly pick a favorite? I can't choose just one, I seriously am in love with each and every one! 

Beautiful and elegant twin beds in all their canopied glory!
Her amazing ability to mix fabrics and colors is evident in this fabulous living room....
Love how she used the printed wallpaper with the bed fabric so magnificently!





This beautiful foyer is an example of her ability to create new interiors that look old....

Love the color of this room and how interesting that she made the walls glossy!
Dreamy French inspired bedroom......so opulent!
Elegant kitchen is fresh but old world feeling
Stunning chinoiserie in a gray blue keeps the color going throughout the entire room...beautiful!
Fabulous creamy toned master bath with pale gold accents....fabulous!
Gorgeous green kitchen accented with lots of dark wood
One of my all time favorites, have had this picture in my "inspiration folder" for a long time....gorgeous elegant timeless dining room from Dallas showhouse
Pretty bedroom in soft tones is fabulous!
Beautiful regal looking bedroom....
This room is so elegant but inviting...love all the added blue and white accessories
Beautiful outdoor covered porch in vibrant colors 
Pretty twin beds get the crowning touch!
That stunning pale green dining room again....
Beautiful rich colored seating area in this living room is framed by beautiful  french doors
Beautiful elegant country guest bedroom
Master suite of the Dallas showhouse
This room likes look its been there forever, so pretty
Sumptious master bedroom
Another view of the dreamy dining room...love these chairs!
Beautiful stone mantle makes this cozy arrangement so elegant
The bright yellow walls look beautiful with the accents of always elegant blue and white
Stunning setting....love the wallpaper
This dining room though new, looks like its been there forever..one of her trademarks
Love the glazed walls, such a stunning space
Love screens, this setting is so elegant
This room is spectacular, love the warm soothing colors, makes it the kind of room you just want to stay in....
Love this hallway, looks and feels old world and elegant
Gorgeous french dining room
Beautiful layering of accessories here....
Stunning outside porch gets some colorful accents, I think with a space this pretty, anything would look beautiful!


So what do you think? Do you have a favorite room? Hope you have an enchanting Saturday!


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23 comments:

  1. designchicMarch 12, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    I agree, Tina. Her rooms are stunning - no detail overlooked. The first bedroom is exquisite!! Hope your weekend is wonderful ~

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  2. Heather @ Satisfying SpacesMarch 12, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    That dining room is one of my all time favorites too. Love it!

    I hope you are having a great weekend!
    Heather

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  3. MeredithMarch 12, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    I am not familiar with her work (live in CT) but agree she is super talented, each and every room is draw droppingly beautiful. The dining rooms and bedrooms are particular favorites. Thank you for introducing me to her work, another persons talents to be jealous of...haha. Have a great weekend!

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  4. Acquired ObjectsMarch 12, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Congratulations to Valerie, fabulous lamps! As for picking my favorite room…foyer, porch, master bedroom in Dallas, to many to choose from since they’re all wonderful! That last porch really grabbed me Cathy does beautiful elegant rooms! Get some rest Tina and have a wonderful weekend!

    My heart goes out to the people of Japan, may the world come together in this time of need!

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  5. Jane Kilpatrick SchottMarch 12, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    This Dallas Show House is SO Dallas! I don't know of anywhere that they add layer to layer and fit more furniture into a space...maybe Atlanta. Really beautiful design and color ways used. I am so glad to see so many photos that you put in your posts..terrific!

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  6. meenal @ maison marigoldMarch 12, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Even though this is not my personal style..i love the rooms you have featured today....

    The tragedy in Japan is overwhelming...the news is only getting worse..my heart goes out to those who are suffering....xx meenal

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  7. KarenMarch 12, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    In the pale green dinning room that you showed twice the stunning chandelier caught my eye. I want it!! Old world, european style is the look I love. Such gorgeous photos. Every inch of every room is detailed. Love it!
    Best to you~
    Karen

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  8. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassMarch 12, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I am in love with all of these images. I especially love her bedroom designs with the beautiful bed linens.
    I have that same image in my inspiration folder! Love.
    Congratulations to Valarie! Lucky girl!
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  9. carolyn bradfordMarch 12, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I love her ability to layer and mix fabrics as well...that is one of my favorite looks and seems to be what I gravitate to even though I'm always wanting simplicity! Layering is much more inviting and warm! I also LOVE the screen!! Its truly breathtaking!
    Carolyn

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  10. SueMarch 12, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    OMG, I love Cathy Kincaid. Where on earth did you get all these fabulous pictures of her work? Great collection of stunning photos. So many I have never seen before. Thank you so much for your unending research and digging up the best examples of fabulous interiors for us.
    xoxo,
    Sue

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  11. terrybrowder@saylesranch.comMarch 12, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Tina: I confess that most of the time, strict Traditional style tends to be too grandmotherly for me. But....this is a very "grown up" look! Her styling does not have the matronly look that traditionalists too often fall into. The timeless, "looks like it has always been there" look is quite successful.

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  12. aLenaMarch 12, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I LOVE the Dallas Showroom dining room ... the look is soo timeless!

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  13. The Preppy PrincessMarch 12, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Like others, I am uber-impressed with Ms. Kincaid's work, what an eye she has! That first bedroom just made me gaga, and I am generally not a fan of canopied beds, but this room is stunning. :)

    Sending you hopes for a relaxing, restorative weekend,
    tp

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  14. SusanMarch 12, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    These rooms are absolutely breath taking!!

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  15. The Devoted ClassicistMarch 12, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    I have collaborated with Cathy and she is a delight to work with.

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  16. ValarieMarch 13, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    I was so excited to be the winner of such a fabulous giveaway. Thank you so much!! My heart also goes out to all those affected by the tragedy in Japan. Thank you for bringing a little beauty to my life on such a sad day.
    xxoo Valarie
    www.glitterydazeandnights.blogspot.com

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  17. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    Tina,

    Continue prayers to Japan. Congrats to Valarie! Cathy Kincaid has the winners touch in design. Love all the spaces especially the bedrooms, foyer and outside porch. It all says "Honey I'm home" with some great homes pictured here. No detail is left out and every attempt is made in consistency of flow. Great design deserves to be appreciated.

    Happy weekend!

    Bette

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  18. AnnMarch 13, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Love her style...
    elegant and timeless ♥

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  19. ChrisMarch 14, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    Cathy's interiors are timeless, classic and classy! Thank you for all of the photos of her work!

    Christine

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  20. Kincaid FurnitureDecember 11, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Use the new home living furniture can make your interior compact.

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  21. furniture dealsMarch 3, 2012 at 5:12 AM

    Defenitly her room look gorgeous, and the old style is aboslutely fantastic!

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  22. AnonymousJuly 29, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    Love her style. Reminds me of Tina's.

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  23. Shelley @ Easy Home ConceptsJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    Cathy Kincaid definitely knows my taste in a room. She knows how to combine colors, especially abstract ones in a canopied bed arrangement. What a skilled interior designer.

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