GOOD MORNING AND WELCOME TO INSIGNIA and our SATURDAY SIT DOWN SERIES THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS – CLASSIC DESIGN As I started researching for my presentation today, the information I was gathering took me in a direction I really didn’t expect. I anticipated going through Classic design as it related to more of the traditional aspect of design until I realized that “Classic Design” really relates to the generations and times that a particular design was created. Bear with me as I go down this road – I promise I’ll get to how this all relates to my design discussion today!

1. THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS –
CLASSIC DESIGN
Terry Kenney
April 25, 2015

2. Welcome to Insignia!
• Timing for today – 10:30 to 11:30 – Terry K.
• Introduce our sponsor - Kohler
• Michelle Bernardi 11:30 am
• Coffee & refreshments – available any time
• Breaks – as you need
• Lunch will be served around noon

4. 1926 Version of LBD

5. World War II Era LBD

6. 1950’s LBD

7. Iconic Audrey Hepburn
Classic LBD from Breakfast at Tiffanys’

8. 1960’s Funky LBD

9. 1970 Halston Disco LBD

10. 1980’s fitted LBD

11. 1990’s elegant “grunge”
LBD

12. Even the First Lady wears the
classic LBD to state functions

13. Interiors are the
same as fashion –
classics are created
with the times.
What do you think when I
say Avocado Green or
Harvest Gold? Classic
1970’s colors!

14. CLASSIC DESIGN
Derived from Greek and Roman Design
- Based on Order, balance & perfect harmony
- No current influences – Steeped in tradition
- Contains a LARGE focal point
- Immaculate

15. Classic Interior colors are inspired by nature – deep blues,
yellows, greens & earth tones. Black is used to outline important
items in a room.

16. Roman columns, Busts, large vases & carved relief are
common in classic themed design.
Fabrics are understated – linens or cotton with a touch of
splash using taffeta and silk and velvet.

17. Classic flooring doesn’t stray far from natural materials used by the Greeks
& Romans – Marble, Wood, Slate, or Travertine are all ideal choices
Patterns should be kept conservative – large scale is typical
These spaces are often breathtaking & glamourous!

18. Classically designed does
not mean it needs to be
heavy.
Symmetry provides the
classic aspect in this
photo

20. Perfect illustration of
contemporary (of today)
living room classic design.

21. Classic Bathroom –
Focal point of the vanity – soft colors
Ornamentation in the legs of the vanity and the feet of the tub
Traditional but not. Modern but not. ABSOLUTELY CLASSIC!

22. Classic elements in
an eclectic room

23. Classic Modern – streamlined; simple lines; not fussy;
Aero Saarinen Tulip Table & Chairs

24. Classic but Modern

25. ELEMENTS IN CLASSIC CONTEMPORARY STYLE:
1. Clean Lines
2. Monochromatic color (mosty)
Think Black & Neutrals
3. Pops of color – bold
Think Zebra or bright yellow
4. Introduction of an organic Shape or Art
5. Glass & high polished surfaces
6. Uncluttered Accessories
7. Natural Light
8. Generous use of Metal and stone
9. No Fussy prints in the upholstery

26. CLASSIC
TRADITIONAL
ELEMENTS
• Calm, orderly and predictable
• Pieces match
• Placed in pairs & centered
• Somewhat casual (unlike the
glamour of Classic design)
• No eclectic or modern pieces
• Comfy feel for any age group
• Classic lines and understated
details
• Gentle curves in furniture
• Colors are mid range of tones
– Lightest colors on the walls &
ceilings
– Deeper hues for upholstery &
floors
– No Neon and no jarring
combinations

27. Classic Traditional Kitchen

29. Traditional Furniture is arranged on an axis.

30. Classic French Country

31. Classic French Country
Elements and colors of French Country:
- Sunny yellows and soft gold
- Fiery red and burnt rust
- Bright grass green and dark hunter green
- Cobalt blue and soft ocean blues
- Striking black and soft greys will punctuate and define accessories
- Use of natural materials like rough stained or painted plaster
- Hefty beamed ceilings
- Delicate carved wood details
- Stone Fireplace (in the kitchen it’s the hood) – Check out our
Grabill kitchen at lunch

32. Classic French Country

33. Classic French Country

34. Classic French Country

35. Classic French Country
Armoire
Reproduction by
Habersham

36. Classic French Country

37. Classic French Country

38. Classic French Country
Classic French Countr
Toile upholstery and
pillows

39. Classic French
Country
Toile wallpaper

40. - Warm earth tones – brown orange of terra cotta
- Light creamy worn plaster
- Warm shades of green and yellow
- Cobalt blue and deep burgundy (Similar to French Country)
- Rustic textures
- Old World Mediterranean furnishings
- Similar to our Southwestern style architecture
- Mostly Italian influences, but you will see French and Spanish in it as well
- Natural stones – travertine, marble, granite, limestone
- Dark wooden beams at the ceilings
- Stained wood cabinetry w/pot racks and copper hoods & pans

46. Classic Prairie/Craftsman/Arts and Crafts
 All similar but different – they get bunched together as a reference point
 Created as a rebuke against the Mass Production of design elements
 Starts with the architecture of the home
 All started in the late 19th century – some call these styles Movements
 Hand-crafted cabinetry
 Unique custom touches – inglenooks and window seats
 Open floor plans
 Influenced by Spanish missions and the Japanese aesthetic
 Usually used materials that were native to the area

47. Classic Prairie/Craftsman/Arts and Crafts

48. Classic Prairie/Craftsman/Arts and Crafts

49. Classic Prairie/Craftsman/Arts and Crafts

50. Classic Craftsman
Classic Prairie Style
Classic Mission
Classic Arts & Crafts
You pick it!

51. QUESTIONS?
Discussion
&

52. Michelle Bernardi
Kohler

53. APPENDIX