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Natural Selection

For a look that surprises, designer Michael Mitchell is in love with pairing bold finishes with contrasting details—all in natural patterns and textures. He shares some favorite examples from the Spring 2014 High Point Market

Issue February 2014
Natural Selection

Laura Kirar for McGuire chair covered in 3,500 leather tassles.


Studded, gilded ottoman covered in Tibetan lamb’s wool by Emporium Home, www.zincdoor.com (opens in a new tab)

 

 

Asian-inspired “Chiang Mai Dragon” textiles by Schumacher & Co. Fabrics, www.fschumacher.com (opens in a new tab)


Water snake “Drake” trays by Made Good, www.madegoods.com (opens in a new tab)

 

 

Thomas Pheasant “Athens Lounge Chair”
in white tufted leather by Baker Furniture, www.bakerfurniture.com (opens in a new tab)


 

 

 

 

 

 

Gold-leaf wishbone paperweights by Global Views, www.globalviews.com (opens in a new tab)


Michael Mitchell

Published in: Southern Living, Columbia Metropolitan, and the blog Jealous Curator

His design advice: “Exotic pieces bring the outside indoors with a touch of glam. Go for pieces made of natural materials such as snakeskin, agates and fur, which add great organic texture.”

Find him at:
www.michaelmitchellcharleston.com (opens in a new tab)