Friday, February 11, 2011

Designer Spotlight: William Eubanks....I may have a new favorite!

Good morning......feeling about 20% better, still have a ways to go, so inside I stay for yet another day. Thanks so very much for all your kind wishes and advice on quick remedies...am trying it all! On the bright side, I get so excited when I discover a new designer whose work really appeals to me. William Eubanks is capable of decorating in several styles but its clear that opulent and luxurious interiors is where he really shines, and on a grand scale.  I also like different designers for different things. Some I would love for a beach house,for their clean, fresh and crisp style. Some for a city apt where they inject a clean, sleek and uncluttered decor. Yet another if (and hopefully when) I get that rustic farmhouse on a fabulous piece of farmland that I have always dreamt about,I would look for someone who has a fierce command of the rugged, rustic yet toned down elegant style.

 And then there would be yet another designer, for my dream house..... and that is where William Eubanks comes into the room. Leave behind average, vanilla and normal......in walks decadence, luxury,opulence and fabulousness at its best. William Eubanks operates offices out of New York, Palm Beach and Tennessee. Even if this is not your personal style, it is clear to see how very talented this designer is....do you have a favorite room? I love how there is so much to see in every room, every room is lush and full of interesting objects of art, blue and white oriental pottery, lots of paintings, rich tapestries, antique rugs, rich mill work....the details go on and on. For me, its hard to choose just one!
I love how he uses the blue and white in almost every room he decorates. Be sure to look at the bottom of my post at the giveaway taking place, Friday, Feb.18th!


This play on colors is so crisp and rich....that sofa looks so deliciously plump!

Elegant monochromatic pied a terre high in the sky


Love the play of blue and white in the taupe room

How great is the pop of turquoise on this marquetry chest?


Ooooh, love this!

He seems to use a lot of tapestries...very decadent

Another cozy and elegant room......


Gorgeous dining room, love the antique heriz rug and the black dining chairs

Super luxurious looking library in rich colors accented with lots of blue and white


Love this setting......the screen adds a dramatic touch

Stunning view of a magnificent dining room

Stunning dining room in the same house as above..love the oriental mural

Gorgeous formal hallway in polished black marble with creamy mill work..very luxe!

Beautiful soft and elegant feel to this room

Love the soft, dreamy serene colors of this master bedroom

Fit for a princess and gilded in gold


An ad of his and one way in which I "discovered" him..great ad that caught my eye

Beautiful breakfast room in high French style, love the mantle and the old tapestry above it

Beautiful drawing room splendid in red and gold....

Gorgeous seating area, never been a fan of brown walls but look how well it works here!

Love this gallery/hallway in classic beige stone with black dots..so elegant


Love how he mixes the use of so many different fabrics so effectively

Another posh setting with another gorgeous tapestry

Love the colors used here, and how great does the leopard on the chairs look against the green silk drapes and gold walls?

Blue and white....a winning combination every time every room

Rich library with a piece of modern art



Gorgeous foyer/hallway...I bet this floor must be from Studium, love the touches here

Now onto the giveaway information-



Safavieh Home Furnishings

has generously donated this brand new fabulous french occasional chair!
(Retails for $395)

Gorgeous painted Provence chair, ideal for a living room, dining room or a dressing area.

 (The picture is a little blurry, working on getting a clearer one but here is the link to get a great picture and be able to zoom in and get the details... http://www.safaviehhome.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_44&&noborder=noborder&newPath=44&products_id=2695




Go to www.safaviehhome.com and scoll down for links to their facebook and twitter:
  • Join Safavieh on facebook and leave a comment on their facebook page on what your favorite item is from their site (one entry)
  • Follow Safavieh on Twitter (one entry)
  • Leave me a comment anytime between now and the 17th telling me what your favorite post is since I have been blogging about a month ago.....good luck! (one entry)
I will use random.org to pick the lucky winner..... this wonderful giveaway will take place on 
Safavieh's warehouse



Hope you enjoyed seeing William Eubanks style.... Have an enchanting day!






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35 comments:

  1. Beth ConnollyFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    A wonderful giveaway. I have enjoyed all of your posts as you are a lover of Chinoiserie as well. I must say this post on William Eubanks is my favorite-Chinoiserie galore!

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  2. designchicFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    I absolutely adore his work...the first room my absolute favorite. Aren't his hallways always done to perfection?! Have a wonderful weekend ~

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  3. HAMPTON HOSTESSFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    What an amazing give away and a lovely post. Its always great to start the weekend with beautiful inspiration-feel better soon!

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  4. Ever - The red house by the lakeFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Thanks for sharing these pictures.

    I just found your blog and I think it is really refreshing to see something else than the usual white/country/vintage style (even though I am also guilty of that) just for inspiration. The style here isnt really my style, but it surely is a source of inspiration and some of those rooms looks SO elegant...

    Thanks for sharing!

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  5. Baskets of LavenderFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I love your post. So many details! Absolutely gorgeous rooms!!!!
    Mirra

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  6. CJX2February 11, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    You have exquisite taste! I have loved all of your posts, really! Some of these William Eubanks pics look familiar to me but I had no idea by whom or that there even was a "William Eubanks". Thank you for sharing and enlightening! Really enjoyed this post.

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  7. StephanieFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Another incredible post, Tina! I love this one, yes he is very talented, more formal for my own style but I have a true appreciation for his talent. Love all the rooms in the taupe colors, very rich but not overdone. I love coming here, its my "eye candy" that i need to get the day started!

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  8. Helen YoungFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Love these images. His work is beautiful! I am a huge fan of gorgeous formal rooms, even though they are not the "in thing" right now. These rooms are eye candy.
    Have a great weekend. We are battling the flu in my family right now too. We got the antivirals from the dr. and are now on the mend! Feel better soon.

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  9. The Preppy PrincessFebruary 11, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    This is one lush and luxurious post, all of it beautiful to behold on a bitterly cold February morning, that oriental mural is gorgeous.

    Please take care of yourself this weekend!
    tp

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  10. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 11, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I will have to send this to my son who is an interior designer in Fl. This look very much mirrors his taste as well and MINE too! I have collected blue and white oriental pieces for MANY years now and also all things oriental! I also love to incorporate leopard!!!! Seeing these rooms and this designer was such a treat!!!! Thanks so much for sharing these gorgeous pictures. The DINING ROOM is my DREAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SIGH...... xo, Pinky

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  11. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereFebruary 11, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Tina, Gorgeous rooms! I am a fan of blue and white and I see the designer uses these colors quite often. All of the rooms are beautiful but my favorites are the master bedroom and the hallway with the black marble floor. thanks for the inspiration.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  12. animal print galFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Very luxurious and elegant! I love how he uses the Animal prints. These leopard dining chairs are stunning!
    Great post, feel better soon!

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  13. Mona ThompsonFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    I have been enjoying all of your posts. Two favorites. This one. I absolutely love his work. So timeless, no fads here. Reminds me a lot of Charles Faudree's work with a little more glamour. Also love the post progressions of your new home. It's about time to do another update, don't you think?

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  14. UnknownFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    WOW these photos are incredible!!! And what an amazingly generous giveaway!!! That is a beautiful chair! I think I liked your post on the power of pillows the best :) You can never have too many pillows, right??!

    Have a lovely weekend ~

    :) T

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  15. UnknownFebruary 11, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Tina,

    I really enjoy Eubanks creativity with estate, mansion, castle, feel of design. Antiques, rich colors and textured fabrics, objects de collection, beautiful art and lighting all create an opulent sensation within a home. Grand, exclusive and perfect in every way yet. Simply magnificent.

    Bette

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  16. Carolyn@SweetChaosFebruary 11, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    A friend introduced me to your blog, and I'm excited to follow along as you build your dream home! I'm enjoying reading your posts for the first time, but I was especially drawn to the Bonfire of the Vanities. We're in the middle of a bathroom remodel, so I always hit the bath posts first :)

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  17. LachlanFebruary 11, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Oh, I sooo agree! The rooms are all beautiful, lovingly-layered and the wall-scaping's stellar!

    Thanks for the inspirational images and I hope that you're feeling much better soon :)

    Best from here, Lachlan

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  18. Sanctuary HomeFebruary 11, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Hi Tina,
    Your blog is beautiful! This cannot be your first picnic...you seem like a pro. I think I could benefit from getting to know you. ; ) You could give me some blogging advice. Oh, and I would love to win that chair. I am familiar with Safavieh Home Furnishings. I just attended the Las Vegas Furniture show where they have a showroom. How did you get hooked up with them...I'm impressed! I look forward to your posts, and the progress of your new home. How exciting!
    Your newest follower, Susan
    Susan Cooke Interior Design Group
    http://sanctuaryhomebysusancooke.blogspot.com/

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  19. GingerFebruary 11, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Tina, I have been following your posts for over a month now. I look forward to them each day! You never disappoint. I revisit previous posts and look forward to the next. So glad you are sharing your passion with us! Thank you!

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  20. quintessenceFebruary 11, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    The beautiful tailored hallways are my favorites. Hope your feel better over the weekend!

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    William R.Eubanks has been around for quite some time creating some of the most decadent (but, to me, liveable) rooms. I believe he continues to maintain offices here in Memphis, TN. He used to live in a beautiful mansion in one of the most beautiful historic districts here, and I believe this home was on the National Historic Register. This particular home & his New York apartment were featured many years ago in Veranda (or Southern Accents, but I believe it was Veranda magazine) and is worth researching to see the photos.

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  22. UnknownFebruary 12, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    Beautiful, rich, luxurious spaces. One would feel spoiled there indeed! I love the hallways too. Interesting post.

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  23. UnknownFebruary 12, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    This post took my breath away! My fav one for sure! I'm heading to W. Eubanks site, to continue my education on luxuriate decó. Have a lovely weekend! XoXo

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  24. HamptontoesFebruary 12, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Absolutely stunning and every room is so decandent! There are elements of every room that I love. Hope you are having a great weekend and we have to get our get together on the calendar!

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  25. Dean FarrisFebruary 12, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Dear Tina,

    Great post! I recently met Bill Eubanks at his eponymous shop on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. He is the nicest southern gentleman, and his shop is amazingly beautiful. Thanks for sharing, how's YOUR house coming? Hope you feel better soon! Dean Farris, Naples, Florida

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  26. Designed by ChanceFebruary 12, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    I love your style. It is so rich. Your post on dream houses is my favorite so far because i do the same thing. I started a blog about a month ago as well. Blogging is fun isn't it?

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  27. Mary Ann PickettFebruary 12, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    I hope you are feeling better. So many people are under the weather. I visited William Eubanks offices in Palm Beach when I worked for Scalamandré...they were lush and lovely and a treat to visit.
    Mary Ann

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  28. AsianCajuns (Cath)February 12, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I'm glad you're getting better, even if slowly!

    Love the use of blue and white china.

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  29. Susan @ Real Girl DesignsFebruary 12, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    What beautiful rooms - lots of use of blue & white porcelain!

    I hope you and your family are feeling better, Tina! Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

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  30. Jane Kilpatrick SchottFebruary 14, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    WOW! Now this is deluxe. I wish that I made his pillows for him as he does not scrimp in that area either.

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  31. nomo wino daphFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    I sure hope I am posting my entries in the correct spot!

    I am a new follower and I must say, todays post, your home pictures, is my FAVORITE! It's just awesome. I am with you on it being a dream home...it's mine too! LOL

    Enter me please:)

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  32. nomo wino daphFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    My favorite item at Saffavieh is probably the Lido TV Cabinet.
    Just beautiful;)

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  33. nomo wino daphFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    I am a facebook "like" fan:)

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  34. nomo wino daphFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    I follow Safavieh on twitter also;)

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  35. nomo wino daphFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    OOPS....I left them a message on their FB page also, sorry forgot to add that!

    Have a great day!

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