Funky furnishings and sentimental keepsakes rule this Texas tastemakers razzle-dazzle digs.
“I love color, but I hate a rainbow, saysNatalie Steen.
Fanciful hues and wild patterns are both givens.
Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins.
Feathers, fringes, and other festive trims make frequent appearances.
This is the joyfully unconstrained land of More is more.
It was so fun working with Natalie.
Natalie Steen, founder of The Nat Note.Credit:Alison Gootee, Styling: Page Mullins
She had lots of furniture that we re-covered, some cool mirrors, and a variety of lamps.
We called it the house of doodads.
Every little knickknack has a tale to tell or is from somewhere interesting.
Credit:Alison Gootee, Styling: Page Mullins
My husband is a seventh-generation Texan.
When they left Havana, they could only bring the bare minimum and had to start over.
I have this selfish motivation of wanting my kids to love being here, she confesses.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins
Portraits depicting Jameys grandparents add saturated tones and generational lore.
Its a good-time room, for sure, Steen says.
A punchy piece of abstract art freed up the palette to roam the spectrum.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins
A large natural woven chandelier from Palecek relaxes the dressier elements.
Everything in those areas starts to get a little more informal and a bit cozier, says Malone.
We cant always blame the children and dogs, Malone says with a laugh.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins
Pattern is like camouflage.
You just dont notice a few little drops here and there.
A custom-cut polypropylene rug adds a simple-to-clean layer underfoot.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins
It was an opportunity to use a new color scheme and different textures and design elements, says Steen.
When it came to decorating, I knew I wanted it all!
The space has lots of personality, but it still feels peaceful, notes Steen.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins
Those rugs are great for high-traffic areas, explains Malone.
Theyve stood the test of time and are made of natural fiber, so theyre easy to clean.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Page Mullins
