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Kristen's Castleberry Hill Loft
Room for Color - South #14


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Name: Kristen
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Type of Home: warehouse loft

Color Inspiration: We moved into our loft a little over a year ago. It was a blank slate at the time, and we've been working on making it our own ever since. One Sunday, on a whim, we decided to paint the wall (which was white at the time). I pointed at a teal candle and said "let's try that color!" Once the wall was painted, the rest of the space started to come together around it.

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Castleberry Hill Loft



Colors Used: "Cruising" by Sherman Williams

Color Tip: Be bold, try new things, experiment with unexpected color and pattern combinations, and don't be afraid to make mistakes.


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Room for Color 2009, living room, loft, blue, Atlanta, Georgia

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I'm getting a "Thumbs Up for this entry is closed" message.

posted by jlyn2723 on October 14th 2009 at 4:06pm
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Me too

posted by stoojie on October 14th 2009 at 4:08pm
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sorry, i was a little slow to activate the "thumbs" should work fine now!

posted by Aaron on October 14th 2009 at 4:16pm
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I love that the mix of traditional and MCM furniture in this room doesn't look professionally matched, I love that a room with a bold blue wall can still look warm and comfy, and I love that dog!

posted by cuminafterall on October 14th 2009 at 4:19pm
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Yes. A real, livable, comfortable, beautiful, homey, colorful room. Just ... yes.

posted by no accounting for taste on October 14th 2009 at 4:29pm
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loving the rich color combo with the blue walls and maroon pillows.

posted by caminante on October 14th 2009 at 4:39pm
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So exited to have an Atlanta girl on AT...
but especially one with Bertoia & blue, & an artful bevy or perfectly eclectic frames. The space is totally ready for next year's LOFTTOUR, that while still fabulous... (here's a link to amazing rooftop from tour- http://tiny.cc/vqOvs ) was apparently amiss without Kristen's space!

posted by highglossblue.blogspot on October 14th 2009 at 4:49pm
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oh and me too on the thumbs up not working

posted by highglossblue.blogspot on October 14th 2009 at 4:50pm
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Very pretty!

posted by nhaldeman on October 14th 2009 at 4:56pm
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yayyyyy i loveee the loft. beautiful work.

posted by maewilso on October 14th 2009 at 5:35pm
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these photos are intriguing. In addition to a thumbs up, I would love to see (after the contest) more photos of this home. It looks so cozy and, well "literary" is the word that comes to mind.

posted by amazonikon on October 14th 2009 at 5:41pm
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Looks so lovely and inviting! Awesome color scheme!

posted by suzy8track on October 14th 2009 at 5:48pm
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Oh my word... I haven't been voting, and this room MADE me do it! That blue is stunning, and the mix of woods and that precious pup is making me want revamp... although that's all I have been doing since we moved lol

posted by dunklekatze on October 14th 2009 at 5:48pm
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Thumbs up worked for me! I've a soft spot for the colour of the walls as I used a very similar shade in a bedroom once, and loved it!

posted by AcrossThePond on October 14th 2009 at 6:05pm
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My husband and I like your space. A lot. And the color. And the inclusion of the stoic dog. And all the framed photos. Awesome. Hope you win.

posted by mscecile on October 14th 2009 at 6:09pm
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I really like the colors and the design. Looks very homey homies. Actually, I used to have the wired chairs like that... surprisingly they are very comfortable.

posted by superchic on October 14th 2009 at 6:46pm
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Doesn't a Boston really complete a room?

posted by brittanykate on October 14th 2009 at 6:58pm
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ur cool

posted by patpat on October 14th 2009 at 7:07pm
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Great apartment! Love the colors! The pictures on the wall are beautifully configured! And, yes, love the dog!! Total thumbs up on this one!

posted by AuntEllenH on October 14th 2009 at 7:08pm
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Great apartment love that color.

posted by E.I.F. on October 14th 2009 at 8:17pm
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Beautiful color combo. Wonderful apartment to come home to.

posted by 62lynn on October 15th 2009 at 6:12am
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This loft looks so relaxing and comfy. It makes you feel right at home. All you need is a cup of coffee and a good book. Great look great color's

posted by parker123 on October 15th 2009 at 9:20am
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Great eye. This blue goes great with the color of the wood in your home. Love the color mix.

posted by cliokitty on October 15th 2009 at 9:45am
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Love it!

posted by kegsvstoken on October 15th 2009 at 10:12am
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Absolutely love kristen's castleberry hill loft - warm, inviting, eclectic - the best by far!!!!

posted by krivers on October 15th 2009 at 10:47am
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Sweet dog.

posted by TheRealSexton on October 15th 2009 at 11:02am
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I always wonder how people pick their colors, and I love that you got a great one from something that was already in your home.

posted by theresaclare on October 15th 2009 at 2:27pm
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Are you able to supply the designer's contact information. This is stunning and the style would look perfect in my winter house in Vail.

posted by cheez on October 15th 2009 at 3:53pm
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Color scheme is great. And the dog looks happy. What more could you ask for?

posted by Schaefie on October 15th 2009 at 4:48pm
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where did you get that black side table/desk in the first photo? the stool looks ikea, but i've been looking for a table like that for working for a long time!

posted by Northwest in LA on October 15th 2009 at 5:00pm
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The desk is the Pier 1 Project Desk. Not sure if they still sell it - I bought it a few years ago.

It's a very versatile piece. Check out this image to see it from a different view:

http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20060924/images/hs_smsofa.jpg

posted by Purdybird on October 15th 2009 at 5:16pm
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such a great room! my favorite of any entries so far.

posted by aimul on October 15th 2009 at 9:17pm
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love the sepia tones of the prints against the lush blue wall and play of metal and wood is also great too. excellent room.

posted by TheoJ on October 15th 2009 at 11:48pm
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Very NYC Village. Nice Utilization of space. Ellen Prudy's cousin Tracy Thebner Rush. RE Broker NYC.
Great Job

posted by macknme2 on October 16th 2009 at 11:38am
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what kind of wood is the stair made out of?

posted by benfowler on October 19th 2009 at 6:25pm
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Wow you are awesome. Wish my apartment had colorful walls like that.

posted by wkp2101 on October 20th 2009 at 4:02pm
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Win damn-it!

posted by superchic on October 21st 2009 at 12:07pm
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Win!!

posted by superchic on October 21st 2009 at 12:08pm
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I'm voting again..

posted by superchic on October 23rd 2009 at 2:10pm
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Everything looks great! My only suggestion would be to tie up the computer cords.

posted by netdragon on October 27th 2009 at 10:12pm
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"Thumbs up"

posted by 62lynn on October 29th 2009 at 1:37pm
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Great color!

posted by liliu on October 29th 2009 at 9:27pm
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Excellent use of space and color! Every time I look at it I see myself with a good book and a glass of wine! So many different elements put together in a way that works beautifully! Colorful, warm, inviting, and stylish! Nice job!

posted by jeffpurdy on October 30th 2009 at 7:32am
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This was one of my favorites. I'm sad you didn't make it to the final finals, but great job.

posted by brittanykate on October 30th 2009 at 3:34pm
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