Sara Tuttle in Southern Living

I just finished the December issue of Southern Living and, per the usual, it was good. Really, really good. I'm trying hard not to just republish the issue. But one feature did make me particularly happy as it included a local designer, Sara Tuttle, and a house in Maryland that she recently designed.

You may have seen these images before (I spotted them on La Dolce Vita) but Southern Living decks out the spaces for Christmas and, as always, Laurey Glenn's mad photography skillz really bring a space to life. It's fun to see the same space styled two ways:

Via Southern Living, Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Image via Sara Tuttle Interiors

Via Southern Living, Photo by Laurey W. Glenn 

Image via Sara Tuttle Interiors 

Via Southern Living, Photo by Laurey W. Glenn 

Image via Sara Tuttle Interiors

Don't you love how the tree and presents look with those vibrant green curtains in the first photo? And I really like the switch over to a large, round, skirted table in the second photo...not as practical since you lose seating, but very pretty for a picture - especially the large pink poinsettia centerpiece!

And Southern Living includes a little bit on Sara (I like that touch):

Sara's interiors are fun to tour - she's a master of the color mix. Check out her portfolio here...

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Color Block

Design by Sara Tuttle, Image via La Dolce Vita

Color blocking (one word or two?) is hip in fashion and interior designer Sara Tuttle shows us that the technique can be applied with great effect to interiors. Those green curtains are absolutely wonderful in this space and I love that Sara used blocks of color over pattern to bring interest to the room. 

Could you imagine telling a client that your plan involves green curtains, a yellow couch and a red chair? I'd be interested to know how they reacted but this image shows that you should trust the professionals - Sara knew what she was doing! The key is the black and white foundation that allows the colors to work in harmony. REALLY love this space.

Happy week to you...

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Sara Tuttle

The latest issue of High Gloss Magazine introduced me to DC-area designer Sara Tuttle. And I couldn't be more pleased.

All images via saratuttle.com

To think Sara is whipping up these incredible, colorful creations in my own backyard is very exciting. Her interiors are fresh and full of personality...perfect for the young professionals that abound in our area.

I must meet Miss Tuttle.