We're thrilled to welcome Mallory Robbins and Elizabeth Bennett of Kansas City's design duo KOBEL + CO, who are celebrated for their distinctive style that seamlessly blends timeless treasures with modern aesthetics to create uniquely intimate spaces.
Mallory and Elizabeth share their secrets for crafting moods that capture both heart and style, kicking things off by diving into their client-centered approach, where understanding the desired feel and experience shapes the design journey. You’ll love their tips on using scale, texture, and layered lighting to transform any room into a moody masterpiece.
The design duo also explore the return of traditional entertaining spaces post-pandemic and share great advice on making bold choices in the kitchen. Don’t miss their take on designing imaginative kids' rooms, where creativity knows no bounds!
***Watch this week's episode as recorded in video form on the Ballard Designs YouTube Channel***
What You’ll Hear On This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to the How to Decorate Podcast
00:32 Meet the Guests: Mallory Robbins and Elizabeth Bennett
01:10 Design Philosophy: Capturing the Right Vibe
01:50 Client-Centered Design Approach
06:33 Post-Pandemic Design Trends
14:08 The Importance of Scale in Design
17:21 Balancing Function and Aesthetics
27:58 Styling Tips and Tricks
30:34 Accessorizing: Adding Personality to Your Space
31:54 The Art of Rearranging and Styling
33:26 The Beauty of White Kitchens
36:36 Making a Statement with Bold Marbles
41:59 Designing Kids' Rooms with Personality
46:14 Rug Selection and Room Coordination
55:02 Final Tips and Farewell
Decorating Dilemma:
***Follow along with pictures of this week's decorating dilemma on the How to Decorate Blog***
Lauren is seeking advice on selecting rugs for her office and dining room, which are visible from one another. Mallory and Elizabeth recommend anchoring both spaces with complementary sisal rugs for texture and using a unique-patterned runner to tie the spaces together. Additionally, they suggest rearranging the office furniture to create inviting zones while leveraging the beautiful bookshelves as focal points.
Best of luck, Lauren, and we can't wait to see how your inviting spaces come together!
Also Mentioned:
KOBEL + CO | Website
@kobelandco | Instagram
Ballard Designs
Watch the Full Episode w/ Images: Ballard Designs YouTube
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