I love what I do because I get to find so many great new things. I am always on the lookout for something different and unique to fit into the shot. I get to drive all over and meet great people while I am doing this too.
My last project involved creating 3 different bathroom vignettes for a toilet paper company and a media launch event....I know, doesn't sound so thrilling. But when you add in that Jonathan Adler (renowned designer and style leader) had designed toilet roll covers and I got to design the spaces around those patterns...now it gets interesting.
For this particular job I had to start from scratch and create each vignette inspired by the patterns he created....I made a plan that would include a corner of a" bathroom" for each design. I decided that I would concentrate on the sink area and make it the focus.
I wanted something really different and decided to be unconventional. This involved finding some old wood tables or consoles to use as vanities and reworking them to look like a modern and chic bathroom.
Of course my first place to look was craigslist and kijiji...
www.craigslist.ca
www.kijiji.ca
I love these sites because they tie in so well with my philosophy of reusing and re-purposing items. I think it is a great way to get rid of something you don't need anymore (and make a few $$ in the process) or to score a great deal on something someone just has no use for. They are one of the best resources for finding unique and great pieces....check them out first if you are looking for something for your home.
I found 3 great pieces and added paint, new hardware and sinks from Ikea. I contrasted the modern sleek, sinks with antique colourful, vanities.
We were able to take the prints designed by Adler and make them into wallpaper for the vignettes....add in great colourful towels, rugs, the roll covers themselves and then have the vanities be the focus and the result was amazing. The client loved it and I had just the best time designing this space and installing it. Have a look and see what you think!
