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Pulp Design Studios | ICON | Issue 11

We guide our clients through a design process that helps them make the most of the homes they are in. We ensure that the interiors aren’t just stunning, they are filled with quality furnishings and clever solutions. It isn’t about just looking at a sofa - it’s about the big picture and the total vision. We’re revealing that idea with a first look at a Dallas home we designed with custom looks and out-of-the-box ideas. These clients put their faith in Pulp to make inspiring investments for them - and we delivered!

We guide our clients through a design process that helps them make the most of the homes they are in. We ensure that the interiors aren’t just stunning, they are filled with quality furnishings and clever solutions. It isn’t about just looking at a sofa - it’s about the big picture and the total vision. We’re revealing that idea with a first look at a Dallas home we designed with custom looks and out-of-the-box ideas. These clients put their faith in Pulp to make inspiring investments for them - and we delivered!

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<strong>ICON</strong><br />

PULP DESIGN STUDIOS<br />

Inspiring<br />

INVESTMENTS<br />

Amazing ideas to get the most<br />

out of your home!<br />

GROWN<br />

up!<br />

<strong>Design</strong>ing for<br />

life’s changes<br />

BEFORE<br />

& after<br />

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FOR S. HARRIS<br />

Dallas | Seattle | Los Angeles | Palm Springs pulpdesignstudios.com @pulpdesigns 214.504.2606<br />

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CONTENTS<br />

10<br />

TREND<br />

WATCH<br />

IN this<br />

ISSUE<br />

FOUNDERS’ LETTER 6<br />

FOUNDERS’ FINDS 8<br />

TREND WATCH 10<br />

ON THE COVER<br />

Photo by Cody Ulrich<br />

THE BIG PICTURE 12<br />

ALL GROWN UP 30<br />

BEFORE & AFTER 34<br />

A WORK IN PROGRESS 42<br />

JUST FOR YOU 44<br />

PULP HITS THE WALLS 50<br />

12<br />

BIG PICTURE<br />

Inspiring investments<br />

made this home the<br />

perfect fit for our<br />

clients.<br />

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FLOAT ROOMS 52<br />

KITCHEN INVESTMENTS 56<br />

POWER OF WORDS 60<br />

FOCUS ON STOOLS 62<br />

HOW DO YOU PULP ? 64<br />

ASK PULP ANYTHING 65<br />

BEHIND THE SCENES 66<br />

SHAKE IT UP 68<br />

PULP PLAYLIST 69<br />

THE LAST WORD 70<br />

before<br />

& after


OUNDERS’ LETTER<br />

INTERIOR DESIGN<br />

When you hire <strong>Pulp</strong> <strong>Design</strong> <strong>Studios</strong>, you aren’t just getting<br />

an incredibly creative design team. You’re going to tap<br />

into our expertise and our years of experience designing<br />

homes - which means we know which investments are<br />

the smartest. We guide our clients through a design process that helps<br />

them make the most of the homes they are in. We ensure that the<br />

interiors aren’t just stunning, they are filled with quality furnishings<br />

and clever solutions. It isn’t about just looking at a sofa - it’s about the<br />

big picture and the total vision.<br />

We’re revealing that idea with a first look at a Dallas home we designed<br />

with custom looks and out-of-the-box ideas. These clients put their faith<br />

in <strong>Pulp</strong> to make inspiring investments for them - and we delivered!<br />

We also show you how clients can grow with us through life’s many<br />

changes, and we unveil a beautiful before-and-after that showcases<br />

color and fun. And we’ll give you fall trends, playlists, cocktails, and<br />

even more. There’s even a fun game - see if you can find a hidden image<br />

of actor Nicholas Cage (in two places!). The answer is on page 66.<br />

We hope you enjoy this issue of <strong>ICON</strong> and we look forward to<br />

continuing our <strong>Pulp</strong> adventures with you!<br />

CONTRACTOR: ROSEWOOD CUSTOM BUILDERS<br />

PHOTOGRAPHER: CODY ULRICH<br />

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BETH DOTOLO AND CAROLINA GENTRY<br />

PULP DESIGN STUDIOS<br />

NEW CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATIONS and FURNISHINGS<br />

Dallas | Seattle | Los Angeles | Palm Springs pulpdesignstudios.com @pulpdesigns 214.504.2606


FOUNDERS’ FINDS<br />

<strong>Pulp</strong> <strong>Design</strong> <strong>Studios</strong>’ co-founders select 10 must-haves to welcome guests over the holidays!<br />

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CAROLINA’S PICKS<br />

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Offer your guests a more chic<br />

drinking glass like these marbled<br />

designs from Moda Operandi!<br />

Give your guests the perfect<br />

perch for charging their<br />

phone with this magnetic<br />

stand from Courant.<br />

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BETH’S PICKS<br />

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The Ruban d’Hermès<br />

change tray offers a<br />

chic place for guests’<br />

keys and jewelry.<br />

make it<br />

COZY!<br />

You can decide if you<br />

want to get these fabulous<br />

pinstripe<br />

linen loungers from<br />

Deiji <strong>Studios</strong> for guests or<br />

just for yourself. I would<br />

get a set for everyone!<br />

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The Savon de<br />

Marseille soap<br />

cube is crafted<br />

from French<br />

olive oil for a<br />

luxe experience<br />

for your guests!<br />

chic<br />

SERVING!<br />

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I love a fabulous<br />

charcuterie moment,<br />

and these beautiful boards<br />

from Lulu and Georgia,<br />

two in marble and one in<br />

wood, provide the perfect<br />

backdrop.<br />

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Turkish cotton towels<br />

offer a unique touch<br />

to your guest bath,<br />

especially with a fun<br />

pattern like this one<br />

from Happy Place.<br />

5Guest rooms are<br />

definitely more<br />

welcoming when they<br />

smell fabulous. Try<br />

this spicy Shinrin<br />

Yoku scent from<br />

Het Ki Nen.<br />

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This bottle basket<br />

from Gohar from<br />

100% cotton fabric<br />

from West Africa,<br />

weaving the perfect<br />

package for a<br />

hostess gift.<br />

Crafted from<br />

pure organic cotton<br />

in a supersoft ribbed<br />

texture, these towels<br />

from Parachute<br />

will wrap<br />

your guests<br />

in comfort.<br />

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TREND WATCH<br />

10<br />

1<br />

4<br />

Unexpected details and<br />

unique finds are hallmarks<br />

of <strong>Pulp</strong>’s interiors. We to<br />

take a walk on the wild<br />

side with one-of-a-kind<br />

and fabulous details<br />

that will give our clients<br />

wow-worthy homes. Follow<br />

your animal instincts<br />

with these stunning items.<br />

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1.PLAYING THE HORN.<br />

Natural horn offers a stunning<br />

pattern on this unique box<br />

with a brass handle, designed by<br />

Michael Berman for Labrazel.<br />

2. BLURRED LINES.<br />

The Oscillation wallpaper from<br />

Harlequin is open to interpretation,<br />

with blurred lines that could be an<br />

animal skin pattern or falling rain.<br />

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3. GATOR GOLD.<br />

Aluminum is hand-hammered into<br />

an alligator skin texture for this<br />

stunning Stalk Gold Serving Platter<br />

from CB2.<br />

4. BIRDS OF A FEATHER.<br />

The Plumage tiles by Botteganove<br />

are designed to fit together in<br />

hundreds of unique patterns, just<br />

like the feathers of a bird.<br />

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5. FAUX THE FUTURE.<br />

Gucci took a futuristic approach for its<br />

fall/winter 2023 collection, including a<br />

line of brightly colored faux fur coats with<br />

feather embellishments.<br />

6. ON SAFARI. This fabulous new book<br />

from Vendome by Melissa Biggs Bradley<br />

showcases Exceptional African Camps<br />

and Lodges for a fabulous look at iconic<br />

Safari Style.<br />

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7. DEEP SEA DRAMA.<br />

The abstract design for this hammered<br />

metal vase from Cyan <strong>Design</strong> was inspired<br />

by deep sea coral with small indentations<br />

floating across its surface.<br />

8. SHOWING SOME SKIN.<br />

Elitis showcases a sense of adventure<br />

for this vinyl wall covering. The Anguille<br />

design has the look of eel skin in a multi<br />

layered bronze color<br />

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9. BUGGING OUT.<br />

Beautifully embellished beetles in<br />

jewel tones crawl around this stunning<br />

Obsidian colored fabric border from<br />

Samuel & Sons.<br />

10. THE PEACOCKING TREND.<br />

Peacock feathers are embroidered across<br />

this stunning fabric from Kravet Couture,<br />

with a multidimensional pattern inspired<br />

by the most dramatic of birds.<br />

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the<br />

Big<br />

Picture<br />

<strong>Pulp</strong> <strong>Design</strong> <strong>Studios</strong> <strong>Design</strong>s the Most Inspiring Investments<br />

to Make This a Dream Home for Our Clients<br />

The key to a beautiful dream home isn’t just the gorgeous furnishings<br />

or art that’s selected for each room. The best designers will guide you<br />

to smart investments that will inspire you to live your best life in your<br />

home. <strong>Pulp</strong> is known for looking at the big picture, for designing your<br />

home holistically so it functions perfectly for you, while also creating those<br />

wow-worthy spaces. In this Dallas new build, <strong>Pulp</strong> gave a transplant New York<br />

family their very first single-family home after years of apartment living. So<br />

we wanted to be sure it had everything they wanted - and more!<br />

Interior <strong>Design</strong>: PULP DESIGN STUDIOS<br />

Photographer: CODY ULRICH<br />

Location: DALLAS<br />

Architect: SHM ARCHITECTS<br />

Builder: ROSEWOOD CUSTOM BUILDERS<br />

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The house has a very modern and chic design that offers a new twist on farmhouse chic.<br />

Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors let in beautiful natural light.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

Texture and layered wood tones perfect<br />

the mix of updated and vintage styles that<br />

were key to this home. All appliances are<br />

from Thermador.<br />

This family loves to entertain<br />

and welcome family and<br />

friends, so the open spaces<br />

flow into each other in the<br />

great room.<br />

The beamed ceilings seem to flow directly down into the kitchen<br />

cabinetry, creating a modern twist on a traditional element.<br />

Custom cabinetry and a large family island offer function while<br />

the waterfall counter and stunning light fixture from Gabriel Scott<br />

draw all eyes to the design.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

A pantry in the kitchen adds bonus storage, which every family needs.<br />

And a nearby desk ensures that there’s a chic place to work from home.<br />

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<strong>Pulp</strong> designed the glam custom table in the dining room, as well as the beautiful muscovite wall covering behind the bar.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

An open and light-filled hallway leads to a home office with<br />

a study and fireplace.<br />

The <strong>Pulp</strong> team’s expertise is in listening to what our clients really want in their homes. The result includes spaces like<br />

this one, where a unique work area was custom-designed for our clients to fit their profession and their tech needs.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

One of <strong>Pulp</strong>’s favorite spaces in this home is the primary<br />

bedroom suite. We love the calm tones and textures - it’s the<br />

perfect place to retreat to after a long day.<br />

The natural world right outside the windows inspired organic<br />

textures and motifs, like the faux bois console table. <strong>Pulp</strong> also<br />

designed a custom headboard for the bed - you can see a closer<br />

look at this beauty on page 44!<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

Continuing that modern organic design theme,<br />

the primary bath creates a serene retreat for<br />

these <strong>Pulp</strong> clients. It includes a free form tub,<br />

a walk-in shower with multiple shower heads<br />

and jets, and dual floating vanities.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

When we meet with our clients, we walk<br />

through every single detail of how they live<br />

in their homes. That’s how we knew that<br />

these clients would definitely want to invest<br />

in custom storage for their closets. There are<br />

specific shelves and drawers for shoes, bags,<br />

jewelry, watches, and more.<br />

This is a very family-centric home, full of color<br />

and fun. That includes the whimsical art on the<br />

stairs, and the fabulous game room upstairs.<br />

We made the room seem more cozy with<br />

bold stripes on a tall wall and included some<br />

unexpected details like the artistic table and<br />

super-tufted seating.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

The upstairs level also includes a full gym and<br />

laundry, great investments for inspired living!<br />

The kids also have fab spaces, starting with the<br />

neutral bathroom with show-stopping sconces<br />

and personal accessories that make the space<br />

unique and interesting.<br />

Every person in the home should feel like their<br />

rooms reflect who they are. In this boy’s room,<br />

we used wallpaper that highlights a favorite<br />

destination and ball team for this New York<br />

transplant. And in a more modern take on a bunk<br />

room, below, we gave the kids a great space to hang<br />

with friends.<br />

Also, don’t miss another fantastic kid’s bedroom on<br />

page 61, featuring customized neon art.<br />

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THE BIG PICTURE<br />

want to see<br />

MORE?!<br />

See more of this gorgeous<br />

Dallas home on our<br />

portfolio page. Just go to<br />

pulpdesignstudios.com.<br />

This family loves outdoor living, so <strong>Pulp</strong> designed multiple seating and gathering areas to give them outdoor rooms that<br />

are just as chic as the indoor areas. Family favorites include the fire pit and the bed swing that <strong>Pulp</strong> designed just for them.<br />

You can also see the art that spells out the family mantra in the photo below.<br />

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ALL<br />

GROWN<br />

UP!<br />

When those all-important life changes happen, <strong>Pulp</strong> has been lucky enough to have our clients bring us<br />

back to update their homes for new chapters. We had designed a lovely guest bedroom for this<br />

Highland Park project in Dallas when our clients found out they really needed a nursery!<br />

So we gave the room a chic makeover that is now the perfect space for a bundle of joy.<br />

We loved the quiet palette we originally<br />

created for this room, so we kept that color<br />

scheme, but added a few more unexpected<br />

details. We updated the light fixture to a<br />

playful “bubble” design and added wallpaper<br />

to the ceiling to give the little one something<br />

to study from the crib.<br />

The small vestibule just outside the door sets a chic tone, which we wanted to continue into the<br />

new nursery. The only thing that changed here is the view into the bedroom!<br />

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ALL GROWN UP<br />

We swapped out the seating for a glider rocker from<br />

Vanguard, perfect for rocking a baby to sleep. Or for<br />

the family fur baby! We loved the table from Arteriors<br />

so much that it stayed in the room’s design.<br />

One of our favorite finds for the nursery was a<br />

fabulous crib with built-in storage. It also converts<br />

to a toddler bed when the time is right.<br />

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Before &<br />

after<br />

after<br />

<strong>Pulp</strong> projects range from new builds to renovations to requests for<br />

furnishings and finishes. On this project, we were called in by a fellow<br />

interior designer who had started the project, but wanted <strong>Pulp</strong>’s help.<br />

It’s so hard to design your own home when you’re the professional<br />

(the <strong>Pulp</strong> duo can relate!), and she loved our aesthetic. So this project<br />

was about taking the design over the finish line!<br />

The open-area great room is a very large space, so <strong>Pulp</strong> crafted different zones to create a more intimate setting.<br />

There’s a traditional seating area in front of the television, as well as a conversation area with four swivel chairs.<br />

This room is one of our client’s favorites. She loves all the patterns the <strong>Pulp</strong> team layered in, as well as the palette. And because<br />

her family includes a dog and kids, we invested in performance fabrics that will hold up to anything the family can throw at them.<br />

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Interior <strong>Design</strong>: PULP DESIGN STUDIOS<br />

Photographer: CODY ULRICH Location: DALLAS<br />

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BEFORE & AFTER<br />

after<br />

after<br />

The dramatic powder room design is one of <strong>Pulp</strong>’s<br />

favorite spaces in the home. The geometric glass<br />

mosaic tile behind the sink is almost like a David<br />

Hicks pattern. It looks like a wallcovering, but is a<br />

bolder and more dimensional design.<br />

The kitchen is a gorgeous modern gathering space. <strong>Pulp</strong><br />

brought in modern seating and contemporary pendants<br />

to add a little edge to the more timeless white-kitchen<br />

design. We love those unexpected touches.<br />

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BEFORE & AFTER<br />

The family loves color and pattern, so the <strong>Pulp</strong> team created a magical mix<br />

in the dining room, including a <strong>Pulp</strong>-exclusive wallpaper that’s from one<br />

of our fabric patterns for S. Harris. We also used different textures and a<br />

gorgeous raspberry paint color on the ceiling. It’s an adventurous look that<br />

makes this home very unique and personalized.<br />

after<br />

after<br />

We took a bolder approach with color for the<br />

study, saturating the room in a deep, dark black.<br />

It’s the perfect backdrop for that bold light<br />

fixture and the art.<br />

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after<br />

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BEFORE & AFTER<br />

In the principal bathroom, <strong>Pulp</strong>’s goal was to<br />

add lovely design touches to elevate the space,<br />

including a lucite stool, a lovely fixture, and<br />

updated details.<br />

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We loved the architecture in the home,<br />

especially in the principal bedroom suite.<br />

We kept things neutral and calm, crafting<br />

a retreat for our clients. And we included<br />

a reading area where they can have some<br />

quiet time on their own.<br />

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SEE MORE OF THE AFTER IMAGES AT PULPDESIGNSTUDIOS.COM<br />

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a work in<br />

Progress<br />

This part of Washington state is so lovely, so we<br />

knew that the setting would inspire the interiors.<br />

Here you can see the construction underway in the spa wing,<br />

where the golf simulator will also be housed!<br />

<strong>Pulp</strong>’s design duo is all about BIG ideas and guiding our clients to think out of the box when it comes<br />

to their new homes. Here we’re giving you a sneak peek at one of our projects that’s still under<br />

construction. We’ll bring you the final look in an upcoming issue of <strong>ICON</strong>.<br />

For this new construction mountain<br />

home in Cle Elum, Washington, the<br />

<strong>Pulp</strong> team defined what our clients<br />

wanted in this fabulous compound.<br />

Sitting on two plots of land in a private<br />

community, this home is going to feature a<br />

spa wing, a golf simulator, an air hockey table,<br />

and a shuffleboard deck. <strong>Pulp</strong> works closely<br />

with builder and architects to ensure that our<br />

clients are not only getting exactly what they<br />

want, but that every square inch of the home<br />

is living up to its potential!<br />

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follow us!<br />

Follow us on Instagram<br />

@pulpdesigns<br />

to stay up to date<br />

on this project!<br />

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JUST for YOU<br />

Custom designs and furnishings create spaces that are personal and unique.<br />

Here’s how the <strong>Pulp</strong> team crafts those stunning custom looks.<br />

At <strong>Pulp</strong>, our team is known for crafting the most beautiful and functional<br />

homes for our clients. But we also want the interiors to be special and to<br />

stand out from the crowd of cookie cutter designs. We specialize in custom<br />

design that will give our projects a unique and stunning style. Why custom?<br />

Because we can create the perfect look that only our clients will have, and<br />

custom also can offer amazing solutions to design challenges. Here are<br />

some of the custom innovations we’ve devised for our projects!<br />

Sometimes we can’t find that perfect design that we’re looking for in<br />

a room, so we create it! That was the case for this custom headboard<br />

in the primary bedroom. The mixed materials and textures adds an<br />

unexpected look to the neutral and organic room.<br />

Unusual materials can also craft a unique design. In the dining room above, <strong>Pulp</strong> had muscovite hand<br />

applied to the wall behind a custom bar. It creates a lovely glow that is a singular look for our clients!<br />

See more of this project on page 12!<br />

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CUSTOM LOOKS<br />

Besides fully custom design, <strong>Pulp</strong> also works closely with<br />

our suppliers to customize their existing products so<br />

they’re a better fit for our clients’ homes. A great example<br />

is the Fromental wallpaper on the right, that we reworked<br />

so the snakes would perfectly curve around the sconces.<br />

And in the living room below, a blue settee was reworked<br />

so the scale and design details would offer our clients a<br />

functional and beautiful seat.<br />

For the project featured on page 12 of this issue, our clients told us they love to live and<br />

entertain outdoors, so we knew we wanted to give them some fabulous designs that would<br />

elevate their outdoor rooms. This <strong>Pulp</strong>-designed daybed swing is now a favorite destination<br />

for the entire family!<br />

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CUSTOM LOOKS<br />

Furnishings aren’t the only custom creations<br />

that <strong>Pulp</strong> crafts for our projects! We also love<br />

to design cabinetry that is super-chic and<br />

functional.<br />

For the Texas bathroom on the left, we added<br />

reeded drawer and door fronts to give the<br />

vanity a look that you can’t get anywhere else.<br />

And in a formerly unused nook below, we<br />

designed a cabinet that opens to reveal a full<br />

bar, complete with fridge drawers and storage!<br />

High-tech needs can also find a solution in custom<br />

design! The <strong>Pulp</strong> team used art to hide the TV in the<br />

project on the left, creating a unique folding door that<br />

opens to reveal the screen.<br />

In a music-lover’s house below, we gave them pull-out<br />

shelves that brings the tunes even closer to the action.<br />

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product FOCUS<br />

<strong>Pulp</strong>’s stunning fabric designs with S. Harris are now available as wallpaper.<br />

We’re excited to see these patterns hitting the walls!<br />

OLD CAIRO<br />

This wallcovering strike off<br />

showcases a look that we’re<br />

using in a Seattle bathroom.<br />

DRESDEN<br />

This pattern is one of our<br />

most popular in fabrics, and<br />

now in wallpaper, as you can<br />

see. On the previous page, it’s<br />

gorgeous in a bedroom, and<br />

on this page you can see an upclose<br />

look at the dining room<br />

installation from this issue’s<br />

Before & After feature!<br />

see more!<br />

Go to<br />

pulpdesigns.com<br />

to check out more patterns!<br />

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float room<br />

Bathrooms are one of <strong>Pulp</strong>’s favorite rooms to design - we love the mix of function and<br />

beauty in these spaces. For a modern look, we’re using more floating vanities, too. Here are<br />

a few of our best examples, and why we’re obsessed with this style!<br />

For a lakeside Seattle home, we wanted the<br />

primary bathroom to feel connected to the<br />

outdoor spaces. This double floating vanity<br />

continues that sense of air and space for a<br />

modern oasis.<br />

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In smaller bathrooms like this on in<br />

a high-rise condo, a floating vanity<br />

opens up the room, making it seem<br />

larger than it is.<br />

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FLOAT ROOMS<br />

There’s a bit of magic to a floating vanity that fits the <strong>Pulp</strong> teams aesthetic of unexpected looks.<br />

In the bathroom above, it’s almost a mystery as to how that gorgeous wood counter is levitating above the floor.<br />

Opposite page:<br />

This modern organic bathroom in a Seattle penthouse has a cloud-filled wallpaper.<br />

So the wood counter appears to float in the clouds, showcasing that unique design that we love.<br />

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6 tips for<br />

KITCHEN INVESTMENTS<br />

When it comes to making investments in your home, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms<br />

to consider. Here are <strong>Pulp</strong>’s pro tips for the 6 most important elements to invest in.<br />

2Cabinetry<br />

We encourage all of our<br />

clients to spend money to get<br />

the storage they need in the<br />

kitchen. This room is probably<br />

used more than any other in<br />

the house and there is nothing<br />

more frustrating than not<br />

having space for items. Or not<br />

being able to easily grab what<br />

you need as you’re cooking.<br />

Think very carefully about<br />

what specialty items you<br />

may need to store and walk<br />

through those ideas with your<br />

designer and contractor.<br />

1Counters<br />

The key to the right investments in your kitchen is to think about what you<br />

use the most. Counters and floors get a lot of action in a kitchen, so you<br />

need to select materials and styles that will stand up to a lot of use and<br />

abuse. For example, if you know you’re going to set hot pans directly on the<br />

counter, you may want to consider a quartz composite that won’t burn or<br />

show marks from the pans.<br />

3The Right Appliances<br />

How do you cook? That’s a question you<br />

should ask before you start purchasing<br />

the appliances for your kitchen. If you<br />

love to bake and craft gourmet meals,<br />

then a fabulous range is going to be on<br />

your must-have list. Or if you love wine,<br />

you may want to invest in a full wine<br />

fridge. Other options we talk about<br />

with clients are large refrigerators,<br />

fridge drawers, microwave drawers,<br />

double dishwashers, coffee stations<br />

and more. Select the right appliances to<br />

fit your lifestyle!<br />

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KITCHEN INVESTMENT<br />

4Faucet<br />

You probably never think about how often<br />

you will use the faucet in your kitchen sink,<br />

but it is definitely a work horse! There are a<br />

lot of options in faucets today that will give<br />

you more functionality. You may want a tall<br />

faucet for deep pots, or one with a detachable<br />

sprayer. We really like the wave-over faucets<br />

that don’t require you to touch a thing for the<br />

water to start flowing. High-tech ideas are<br />

definitely out there, so explore your options.<br />

5Lighting<br />

We love statement lighting in a<br />

kitchen, like the modern fixture<br />

below from Gabriel Scott. It’s like<br />

adding a piece of art the room! But<br />

you also want the light to function<br />

well, putting the spotlight on<br />

where you’re working or eating.<br />

6A Pantry<br />

We love smart storage in kitchen! Most of our projects include a pantry<br />

because they keep things so organized and efficient. Think carefully<br />

about what you’ll store here so you can custom craft the right sized<br />

shelves, drawers, and cubbies for everything you want to tuck away.<br />

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the POWER of<br />

WORDS<br />

The <strong>Pulp</strong> team might occasionally be called wordy, but we call it art! Word art is definitely making a<br />

statement in some of our projects, and we love what it has to say.<br />

We believe that art should always be personal, so we<br />

love the motivation message in our Dallas project above.<br />

Be sure to see more of this fabulous home on page 12.<br />

In the Palm Springs <strong>Pulp</strong> house (available on<br />

AirBNB!), we used song lyrics to create an edgy<br />

neon sign in the living room.<br />

In a lakeside Seattle home, we installed a witty lit<br />

installation that serves as a tongue-in-cheek reminder.<br />

In a teen girl’s bedroom, the word art spells out<br />

her family nickname. It’s both personal and fun!<br />

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product<br />

ROUNDUP<br />

The Supreme Functionality of Stools<br />

The <strong>Pulp</strong> team loves to add as much functionality to our clients’ homes as possible. And one<br />

of the biggest solutions with the smallest footprint is a stool! No matter which room<br />

(or outdoor space) that we put one in, it offers a lot of look for its size.<br />

LUXURY HOME<br />

FRAGRANCES<br />

AVAILABLE IN<br />

FOUR SCENTS<br />

One of the<br />

smartest places<br />

for a stool is under<br />

a console table in a<br />

hall or living area.<br />

They tuck away<br />

when they aren’t<br />

needed, and can<br />

quickly be pulled<br />

out for an extra<br />

seat or foot rest.<br />

We love stools that<br />

can also stand on<br />

their own (get it?!).<br />

These two have<br />

such a beautiful<br />

shape that they<br />

can function as the<br />

secondary seating<br />

in this living room.<br />

Outdoor stools<br />

are another fave<br />

for the <strong>Pulp</strong> team!<br />

These chic ceramic<br />

versions can be<br />

tables, seats, or<br />

foot rests, and<br />

definitely weather<br />

any storm.<br />

Stools are<br />

especially effective<br />

in a house with<br />

kids. That’s why<br />

we chose these<br />

playful blue<br />

designs for a game<br />

room in one of our<br />

projects. They look<br />

fun and they’re<br />

comfy to sit on!<br />

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ARIANNE BELLIZAIRE created a serene<br />

palette for this bedroom with our Kismet<br />

Moderno and Bijan fabrics for S.Harris.<br />

QASK<br />

PULP<br />

ANYTHING!<br />

“When it comes to smart investments for<br />

my home, what should I put at the top of<br />

my budget for my primary bedroom?”<br />

Linda Hylton<br />

HOW do<br />

YOU PULP?<br />

We love seeing how our designer friends use our<br />

fabrics, hardware, and other product designs in their<br />

interior projects!<br />

At the EDDIE ATE DYNAMITE bar<br />

in Nashville, the lounge sofas take<br />

a wild approach with our Leopardo<br />

fabric for S.Harris.<br />

NICOLE FORINA made a dreamy destination for<br />

coffee or cocktails, complete with draperies crafted<br />

with our Sahara Wave fabric in Cantaloupe, part of<br />

our S.Harris collection.<br />

GOODRICH NYC gave the<br />

Mayfair Miami hotel a retro<br />

modern design, including<br />

headboards covered in our<br />

Hyeres fabric in the Spiced color,<br />

from our S.Harris collection.<br />

The bedroom is definitely a room that needs to not only look beautiful, but it has got to<br />

function perfectly, too. So we always recommend that you invest in your bed because<br />

you’re going to spend one-third of your life sleeping in that bed. Spend plenty of time testing<br />

mattresses to find the right one for your body and your sleeping style. Use linens that make<br />

you the most comfortable as you sleep. And select a bed frame that gives you great support.<br />

For example, if you like to read in bed, then an upholstered headboard will be right for you.<br />

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We love to see how our fabrics, hardware, Kismet<br />

Collection, and luxury candles inspire your projects<br />

and homes! Want to see them in <strong>ICON</strong>? Tag us on<br />

Instagram with @pulpdesigns to be featured.<br />

Send your questions to icon@pulpdesignstudios.com<br />

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BEHIND the SCENES<br />

An Inside Look at How <strong>Pulp</strong> Works<br />

The details are what set a <strong>Pulp</strong> project apart from any other. Here’s how we stay detail-oriented on every project.<br />

And don’t miss our answer below to the Find Nicolas Cage !uiz!<br />

@<strong>Pulp</strong><strong>Design</strong>s<br />

See more insider photos on Instagram!<br />

STARBURST<br />

HARDWARE<br />

AVAILABLE IN<br />

FOUR FINISHES<br />

Schumacher wall covering for a mudroom Gorgeous Ann Sacks tile as a back splash Adding art and accessories<br />

Parts of a stunning chandelier<br />

Marking placement for the hardware<br />

Did you find Nicolas Cage?? He’s featured on a<br />

fun banana pillow, pages 19 and 42!<br />

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SHAKE it UP<br />

The Perfect Fall Cocktail<br />

the Leopardo<br />

A fall cocktail crafted by <strong>Pulp</strong> <strong>Design</strong> <strong>Studios</strong>’<br />

resident mixologist, Anna Wallace. Inspired by<br />

our leopard patterned textile, Leopardo.<br />

INGREDIENTS (serves 1)<br />

1.5 oz. Bulleit bourbon<br />

1 oz. Spiced Apple cider<br />

.75 oz. fresh lemon juice<br />

.25 oz. Senza Finne Autumn Amaro<br />

.25 oz. Campari<br />

.25 oz. Turbinado Rich Simple Syrup<br />

Garnish<br />

Cinnamon stick<br />

Boisson Dried Lime wheel<br />

Luxardo Maraschino Cherry<br />

EQUIPMENT<br />

Cocktail Shaker<br />

Hawthorn Strainer<br />

Double Strainer<br />

Large Collins Glass<br />

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Photo by Kevin Dotolo<br />

INGREDIENTS TO BATCH: Serves 12 drinks total<br />

18 oz. Bourbon - we like Bulleit or Four Roses Small Batch<br />

12 oz. spiced apple cider<br />

9 oz. fresh lemon juice<br />

6 oz cold water<br />

3 oz. Senza Finne Autumn Amaro<br />

3 oz. Campari<br />

3 oz. Turbinado simple syrup<br />

Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and chill thoroughly.<br />

Mix well prior to service. Once chilled, pour 4.5 oz. of pre-batched cocktail<br />

mix directly into a Double Old Fashioned or large Collins Glass. Add crushed ice.<br />

INSTRUCTIONS<br />

Add ingredients to cocktail shaker<br />

and shake with ice. Double strain into<br />

a large Collins Glass. Add crushed ice.<br />

Top with freshly grated cinnamon stick and<br />

garnish with dried lime wheel and cherry.<br />

Pre<br />

BATCH?<br />

Looking to host that fall get<br />

together? Make this ahead of<br />

time and focus on the fun<br />

with your friends!<br />

Photo by Kevin Dotolo<br />

BEST IN SHOW<br />

PULP FAVORITES PLAYLIST<br />

DALLAS<br />

Cissy Strut, The Meters<br />

Beauty Beats, Beats Antique<br />

Que Sera, Wax Tailor<br />

SEATTLE<br />

Come Through and Chill, Miguel<br />

Passin’ Me By, The Pharcyde<br />

Rebirth of Slick, Disable Planets<br />

LOS ANGELES<br />

Sober, Childish Gambino<br />

Celebrate, Anderson .Paak<br />

Bam Bam, Sister Nancy<br />

Find more <strong>Pulp</strong> <strong>Design</strong> <strong>Studios</strong><br />

playlists on Spotify! Shout out to our<br />

resident DJ @TheSextonReview<br />

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KEVIN DOTOLO<br />

photography<br />

THE<br />

LAST<br />

WORD!<br />

Hey, Beth &<br />

Carolina:<br />

What are your<br />

must-haves for<br />

a great kitchen?<br />

DYNAMIC DUO<br />

“I love to cook and entertain, so I have<br />

two things in my kitchen that I couldn’t<br />

live without. One is the large island - it<br />

becomes my workspace and a serving<br />

station. And I am crazy about the fridge<br />

drawers we installed, too!” — Carolina<br />

STORAGE SOLUTIONS<br />

“Just like so many of our clients, I have<br />

kids who are often in the kitchen with<br />

us as we’re preparing meals. What<br />

keeps everything from heading into<br />

chaos is perfectly planned cabinetry so<br />

everything has a place!” — Beth<br />

FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY FOR YOUR INTERIORS<br />

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