Name: Marjorie Skouras Location: Hollywood, California Size: 3200 square feetYears lived in: 24 years A few weeks ago I was driving up the canyon to go for an afternoon hike. I literally had to pull over when I saw Marjorie's place. It was a very interesting looking house with a life-sized taxidermy figure staring back at me through the window! I was in for a very special treat when I met the owner, Marjorie. She is so warm and welcoming — it felt like I knew her for a long time. Marjorie is a fantastic designer who knows how to make a house feel like a home. Her decor is very personal, and her daughter even helped design her own bathroom, down to picking the fantastic coral paint. My Style: My personal style is completely uninhibited — professionally we exercise a modicum of restraint! Inspiration: Whatever makes me smile... It changes weekly as I rearrange things and we add to the mix all the time. I suppose that I would say that I am most inspired by my time spent in Europe — France, England, Italy and Greece — classical in nature, but brought into our times through the use of colors and unexpected materials.

Favorite Elements: The ultra cozy banquets in the den; they were designed the same size as twin beds and work both for adult lounging and movie viewing as well as for slumber parties. They look very rich and sexy, and the genius is that the seat cushions are upholstered in ultrasuede, so they are virtually dog and child proof — you simply clean them with a sponge. Biggest Challenge: Spending 3 weeks in the den with my husband, child and the dog while we were remodeling — seriously! chandeliers lincoln saxilbyFrom a design standpoint, the house has a fabulous layout and flow — very traditional, with great bones and scale. arctic pear chandelier canadaI did paint the dining room four different colors before deciding on the gold, though. wrought iron chandeliers gauteng

I am sure that it will be a different color in 2 – 3 years. What Friends Say: You need a lot of time to process it all... I think that it has a tremendous entertainment factor my 12 year old, India. Friends particularly love all the taxidermy. Biggest Embarrassment: I can honestly say that nothing embarrasses me — if there were to be anything, I would change it immediately! Proudest DIY: Our "Sea Wall" in the breakfast room. India and I started it for Mother's Day 2011. The centerpiece is my husband Bruno's turtle (40 years old — would never buy one now!) It is a work in progress — we drive up and down the coast several times a year and always stop in Morro Bay for a visit to The Shell Shop to find new pieces to add. The message in a bottle is in an Ouzo Bottle from a marvelous tavern on the island of Leros in Greece where we had a perfect dinner last September. Biggest Indulgence: Eric Goulder's sculpture "Bloom," which was my engagement gift from my husband — he is divine (both Bloom and the husband)!

Best Advice: My husband's — do not live in the house during the remodel! My best advice to nervous clients is "it's only paint — you can always change it!" • HOUSE TOUR ARCHIVE: Check out past house tours here.• Interested in sharing your home with Apartment Therapy? This unusual turquoise chandelier is made from semi-precious stones. The chandelier is from Marjorie Skouras Design. This entry was posted in INTERIORS. ABOUT The Style Files is Danielle de Lange’s daily weblog about design and (life) style. SPONSORS INTERESTED IN ADVERTISING? WISE WORDS & INSPIRATION COLLABORATION BOBO CHOSES AND LE BON MARCHE A BEAUTIFUL FARMHOUSE IN VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA CARRIE PORTABLE LED LAMP BY NORM ARCHITECTS DIY HEAVY KNIT THROW (WITHOUT ANY NEEDLES!) HOW TO CREATE A BEAUTIFUL GALLERY WALL THE FASHION FILES: FASHION FROM ICELAND A SMALL YET CHARMING LOS ANGELES BUNGALOW THE PERFECT SUMMER OUTFIT HANDCRAFTED DESIGN FROM POP & SCOTT

I’ve been noticing these gorgeous statement chandeliers everywhere lately. They are by Marjorie Skouras and come in a variety of colors. I think i’d choose the black and green or white and yellow. Which one is your favorite? Lamps and Light Fixtures We'd love to hear from you! spearmintdecor's ideabooksBed Pillows · Dressers Chests And Bedroom Armoires · Nightstands And Bedside Tables ·You’re most likely familiar with beaded chandeliers so there’s no point in discussing generalities. They used to be very popular at some point and they have a very chic vintage flair. Now they’re back in style. Their unique designs makes them look quirky in modern interiors and also allows them to fit perfectly in eclectic interiors. In case you’re wondering where you could find such a piece or how you could make one yourself, scroll down to find out more details.There are lots of ways in which you can customize a beaded chandelier to make it suit your interior décor and since the basic design structure is so simple, you can even make one yourself.

But let’s start with something simple, like giving a makeover to an already existing chandelier. First put tape on the parts you don’t want painted. Then bring out the spray paint and have fun. Find more details on astoriedstyle.If you want to actually make the chandelier yourself from scratch, Mysimpleobsession can show you how you can do this. You can find the list of supplies needed as well as the steps you need to follow. First you have to paint everything. Then put together the frame. The final step is to thread the beads and attach them to the frame.Usually this kind of beaded chandeliers features round rings on its frame. However, that’s not the only option. Thechroniclesofhome shows how you can create a beaded chandelier with square frames. Cut the molding into pieces, stain them, drill small holes, add eye hooks and assemble the squares. The rest of the details can be found on the website.It’s also possible to decorate an existing chandelier with wooden beads. You just have too make a few adjustments like drill some holes and thread some beads.

You can customize the chandelier however you want using beads or different sizes and colors. Personalizing a chandelier seems like a lovely idea. You don’t have to make big changes, the whole idea being to simply change the look. By adding stranded beads you basically give the chandelier a fresh new look, a new identity and more character. Yet sometimes if you want something to look exactly how you like it you have to start from scratch. Sawdustgirl shows how you can build a beaded chandelier using simple tools and supplies. Once you build the frame using a wire basket and some chain, you can give it the shape you want and then you can completely cover it in beads.A similar tutorial is offered by Padgetthoke. Here you can learn how to create a simple chandelier frame and how to decorate it with long strands of colored beads. You can paint the beads yourself if you prefer a particular color and you can even try to give the chandelier an ombre design.Usually, beaded chandeliers are pretty big and have to hang low so a high ceiling is required.

But if you’re making the chandelier yourself, you can give it any size and shape you want. For example, the one features on hauntedinterior is really cute.Not in the mood to start a DIY project. Perhaps purchasing a beaded chandelier would be a better option. The Cherise Empire Chandelier is a beautiful piece which you can find on Horchow. It’s handcrafted with a wrought iron frame and turquoise and jade glass beads.The Empire chandelier as well as several others featured on Marjorieskourasdesign are available in a variety of different colors. This allows you to personalize the décor and to pick the shade that suits a space the best in order to obtain the desired ambiance.A more romantic option is the Wood Bead Chandelier we found on Shadesoflight. It’s an accessory that would look lovely in the bedroom. The rustic wood beads give it a very charming look and allow it to stay simple and yet to be eye-catching.The round shape of the Currey & Company Alberto Orb Chandelier is the main element that makes this piece stand out.

Although the structure is quite simple, this is definitely not an accessory which can be ignored. It has an unexpected flair and a design that mixes modern and traditional details.There are lots of ways in which a beaded chandelier can contribute to a harmonious interior décor. For example, the Pink Beads Chandelier used here highlights the neutral color palette and brings together the décor.Hanging a beaded chandelier above the dining table is one of your best options. This allows you to use such a chandelier even in spaces that don’t have high ceilings. In addition, the chandelier will beautify the dining area.Sometimes a beaded chandelier can be a focal point. This usually involved a strong color such as the turquoise featured by this Marjorie Skouras Chandelier. You can either purchase a colored chandelier or a white one which you can pray paint to the desired shade.The color on the chandelier can be chosen according to the rest of the colored accents in the room. This way there will be cohesion throughout.

The beaded chandelier hanging above the dining table in this case matches other decorative elements in the room such as the vases or the curtains.If you want the chandelier to be a focal point, it should stand out either through color, size, shape or some other detail. Here you can see how the chandelier becomes a focal point for the entire social area even though it’s displayed above the kitchen island.Depending on the style of the space, a beaded chandelier can have a variety of different impacts. In this beach-style home, the best color option was white. It maintains a breezy and fresh ambiance and the style of the chandelier also highlight the casualness of the décor.A beaded chandelier can also fit nicely in a nursery room. This is a Malibu chandelier with a chic design and reduced dimensions. It doesn’t look overly sophisticated and this makes it a good option for this space.The beaded chandelier used here brings together the two main colors employed throughout the room: white and blue.