In the BOH series What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now.
Lisa Kanning looks to the earth and all its natural beauty for interior inspiration. The Brooklyn-based designer draws from the landscape surrounding her projects to craft texture-infused spaces. “I love coming into the process early so we’re able to create a palette literally from the ground up,” she tells Business of Home.
She fashioned her current mood board accordingly. Designed with a client’s Telluride, Colorado, residence in mind, the scheme is grounded in rich neutrals and organic materials. “We started with brushed European oak flooring and incorporated various tonal colors and textures—but nothing that stops the eye from flowing easily throughout the space,” says Kanning.
The final flat lay showcases a symphony of earthy hues and tactile finishes, ranging from tawny faux fur fabric to metallic-accented abaca windowcoverings. “This is a modern mountain home that maximizes incredible views without sacrificing warmth,” says Kanning. “The right balance of glass juxtaposed with warm tones and textural elements is key.”
Here, the designer breaks down the details, from twig-shaped coat hooks to amethyst gemstones.
1. BIRCH WALLCOVERING IN WISTERIA BY LISA KANNING FOR HARTMANN&FORBES
“The delicate bronze thread intricately embroidered on a metallic cork background provides a sophisticated artistic interpretation of birch tree bark—ideal for drawing focus to an accent wall.”
2. CUSTOM TWIG COAT HOOK BY CP LIGHTING
“CP lighting is a favorite source for custom-designed, organic forms.”
3. BENJAMIN FABRIC IN PUTTY BY ZINC TEXTILE
“A luxurious faux fur fabric that’s longing to be touched.”
4. CENOTE WINDOWCOVERING IN ORO BY LISA KANNING FOR HARTMANN&FORBES
“The variegated tones in the abaca create a natural ombre effect, further enhanced by the interwoven delicate metallic threading. [The two] work in tandem to provide a stunning and practical windowcovering material.”
5. TALISMAN FABRIC IN 020 BY CARLUCCI AT JAB ANSTOETZ
“An intense fabric with varied pile heights and layered sheens that speaks volumes.”
6. SUBMERGE RUG BY KYLE BUNTING
“Kyle Bunting’s work knows no boundaries, and the team is eager to fulfill any dreams a designer could have. This pattern is an ideal example of the complex designs the workshop is capable of creating, and the studio is currently branching out into wool and silk designs with beautiful results.”
7. TOLUCA FABRIC IN GOUTTES DE ROSÉE BY ÉLITIS
“The irregularity of the tied and dyed threads emanates a tonal vibration of strong texture.”
8. SLAYD BOXES BY NESTOR & ROTSEN
“Nestor & Rotsen’s designs utilize ceramics in unique ways, highlighting the depth and versatility of the material.”
9. PETRA I SCONCE IN SMOKY QUARTZ BY CHRISTOPHER BOOTS
“The subtleties and complexities of natural quartz lend themselves perfectly to lighting, the translucency providing an ethereal glow from the natural shapes of the stones.”
10. PEWTER FINISH IN VINTAGE BY RAW URTH DESIGNS
“Raw Urth Designs offers a wonderful variety of metal finishes for countertops and range hoods. The vintage pewter is especially unique.”
11. POLISHED AMETHYST AND CITRINE CLUSTERS BY STARSTUFF ROCKS
“I love gemstones—and the cylindrical shape of these is unique.”
12. VALOR BRUSHED WOOD FLOORING BY HAKWOOD
“Brushed European oak flooring provides the foundation for many of our projects, and Hakwood offers a wide variety of exceptional options.”
13. NAGURI PANEL BY WORKBENCH
“These beautifully sculpted wood panels by Workbench are ideal for doors or accent walls.”
14. FANDANGO ANTIQUE BRASS PLATED MESH BY TWP
“This is my favorite material for cabinet door inserts to help break up the space and allow for lighting.”
15. BRONZE TINTED GLASS BY MELTDOWN GLASS ART & DESIGN
“While glass is usually viewed as a sleek and cold material, the addition of tone and texture provides a transparent material full of warmth.”
