8/29/2011

La Vida de Lujo - Designed by Pablo Paniagua

I audibly oohed and aahed upon seeing photos of the following apartment designed by Spanish designer Pablo Paniagua. The home is located in a super old building right in the middle of Madrid...or at least that is what I gathered from Google's translation of Nuevo Estilo's online feature, Orden Clásico. I'm obviously impaired by the fact that I don't speak Spanish...hopefully my post title sort of makes sense!

Full of crisp whites and deep, dark hues, this design scheme really harnesses the power of contrast. In every room, lights and darks were adeptly combined to create drama and sophistication. The streamlined palette allows the architecture and the eclectic set of furnishings to shine. Take a look and please excuse my excessive amount of commentary!

The facet of this area that I like best is the set of four of cocktail tables. Clean-lined tables like these work in almost any setting and this foursome occupies the space perfectly. Finding a large-scale coffee table to anchor a space can be a real challenge and this set up is a great solution. I also like the retro sofa and the gourd lamps caught my eye too. The translation indicated that the lamps are opaline...which makes me desperate for purchasing information!
Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo


Instead of a console table, a desk can be perfect behind a sofa like this one is here. It looks fantastic and it probably gets plenty of use too. That desk is to die for...and so are those grand, glossy black doors!
Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo


I'm loving the twin ivory ottomans with the rich navy sofas. And the powder blue accent pillows add just the right dose of modernity.
Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo

In case you're fixated on the pillows on the navy sofa, the fabric is called Golden Sunburst from Jim Thompson's Tony Duquette Collection. A swatch is shown below...
Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo



I could talk about this dining room all day long! To me, the overall look of the space is awesome...it's cool, sophisticated, and intriguing. The juxtaposition of the huge, dramatic red canvas (by Anke Blaue) with the stately trimwork really sets the classic + current tone. 

I assume that those are butler's pantries on either side of the artwork and if so, that would be such a clutch element in a dining room. Or perhaps they are just points of entry into the room. Whatever they are, the glass-paneled doors are simply perfect. Further, I love the classic ebonized walnut tables, which were designed by Pablo Paniagua, and the tufted-seat chairs are so chic. The overhead pendants are a unexpected twist and they definitely keep the space looking fresh. The only quasi-negative part of the room is the double table set up. Having two separate tables doesn't make sense to me so I'd love to know why that arrangement was chosen.

Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo

Contrast is king in this kitchen. I love the simplicity and the floor to ceiling cabinetry. I also really like the oversized Roman shades.
Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo


Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo
Finally, here is a pretty marble-clad bathroom in the home. I've included it because I like the idea of placing a bar for hand towels on the sink console...a lot of that has to do with the fact that it's a nice way to show off monogrammed towels ;)
Designed by Pablo Paniagua, image via Nuevo Estilo

Well, what are your thoughts about the apartment? Any favorite rooms? I think it's pretty spectacular and would love to be able to see the whole thing in person. There are a few more shots of the project over at Nuevo Estilo so pop over there and take a look if you want to see more!

9 comments:

  1. I am with you on this one! Love it! So sophisticated. What a great idea to have two ottomans. I will have to remember that idea. The black and white kitchen I adore.

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  2. I need that kitchen and the bathroom! Both are filled with details I need in my future home :)

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  3. I'm in love with that kitchen and bathroom! Both are filled with details I need in my future home!

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  4. Beautiful! Imagine entertaining in that great room!

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  5. so this is what u consider jaw dropping design?
    its good and all...but eh..

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  6. whow

    Nuevo estilo has always the best projects!!
    Love work of Pablo Paniagua
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    Viera
    VT Interiors

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  7. Kyle thanks for sharing the photos. Love them.
    Anonymous do you have better ideas? at least show your name

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  8. I did not know this designer before. Those pics are really nice!! Thank you Kyle
    I have found more photos of his work if you are interested.
    http://eclecchic.blogspot.com/search?q=pablo

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