In the BOH series What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now.
Linda Hartmann knows that the right textiles can make all the difference in an interior. The Winter Park, Florida–based senior project manager at Marc-Michaels Interior Design seeks out plush upholsteries composed of natural materials to foster calm and comforting atmospheres. “The way the fabrics and finishes feel as you run your hand across them connects you to your environment and makes you want to nest,” she tells Business of Home.
While crafting her current flat lay, Hartmann relied on an assortment of ultratactile pieces, such as velvet, silk and shearling, to create what she describes as a “mysterious yet inviting” mood. “This scheme would work well for a cozy library, surrounded by leather-bound books, with an adjoining powder room,” she says.
Though it teems with sumptuous textures, it’s the well-balanced blend of vibrant jewel tones and grounding neutral golds that ultimately draws the scheme together. “I drew from the rich colors of a red, blue and yellow Sahco fabric,” says the designer. “It offers a more sophisticated take on traditional primary color that, in turn, inspired other selections with equally saturated hues.”
Here, she breaks down the details, from a salvaged tree branch to a Tom Ford candle.
1. SNINA CHAIN IN SATIN COFFEE BY KRISKADECOR
“This is such a fun material for a room divider. The chains dance with the slightest breeze.”
2. BHARAL FABRIC IN TERRACOTTA BY CASAMANCE
“Faux fur has come a long way in the past 10 years. This plush shearling is made even yummier by the color and would make a fun ball pillow.”
3. FUCKING FABULOUS CANDLE BY TOM FORD
“This is one of my favorite scents—top notes of leather with hints of almond, iris heart and floral orris accord. It has a great throw, filling up a room with scent in no time.”
4. VINTAGE TIGEREYE STONE MOSAIC
“Nature is so amazing! Semiprecious tigereye stone has a reflectivity and depth like no other.”
5. MANZANITA BRANCH
“Every room needs a few touches of nature, and these tree branches look equally at home in a minimalist setting as they do in a more layered space.”
6. TOWNHOUSE RUG IN AZUL BY DONGHIA
“The lush silk and mohair underfoot invites you to kick off your shoes.”
7. VINTAGE GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE BY ZARA
“Chunky chains add an edge to any look.”
8. MIRARI FABRIC IN 0290 BY SAHCO
“I love the Asian-inspired vibes of this jacquard fabric in an updated color scheme. This would look great on the backs of dining chairs.”
9. PERSONAL CALLIGRAPHY BRUSH
“This reminds me of the artist’s hand behind all the wonderful designs we see in our industry. A collection of these would be a nice touch to a coffee table on top of a book.”
10. KHATAM CALLIGRAPHY WALLCOVERING IN KHA51 BY OMEXCO
“This cork wallpaper has a gold underlay that will turn any powder room into a little jewel box.”
11. PYRITE STONE BY MINTEREST AT ETSY
“Natural sparkle doesn’t always have to be 14-karat! A chunk of Fool’s Gold looks great mixed in with books on a shelf.”
12. LANATA FABRIC IN CARMIN BY CASAMANCE
“A cut velvet fabric in a durable acrylic-polyester blend gives a soft hand but wears well—great for an upholstered lounge chair.”
13. VINTAGE MONGOLIAN SHEARLING SWATCH
“This Mongolian hair-on hide would look great on a small footstool with ebonized legs.”
14. NIKI FABRIC IN BLEU MISIA BY MISIA
“This cut velvet in an abstract leopard print is just so luxurious to the eyes and to the touch. I’d use it to make down-filled pillows with a silk brush fringe in jet black.”
