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NEWPORT, CALIFORNIA HOUSE

Oznell — Sun, 13 Feb 2022 14:28:29 GMT

Another one from influential designer Peter Dunham. In his portfolio, this one is called "Big Canyon", and it does have such an idyllic setting.

Here I like the way the natural area rug keeps things "toned down", and of course, the organic green and cream color scheme so compatible with the outdoors.

Love: distressed, bullseye mirror, reclaimed mantel, delicate sconces. If you enlarge any of these pictures, you'll see exquisite details.

That subtle color combo of a mossy, almost dusty green couch with raspberry toned pillows-- love. Pretty chintz on the armchair.

The airy dining room has iron and glass doors that open right onto a patio. One of Dunham's trademarks is the pretty rugs he puts in rooms.

In this relaxed family room, you also get that wonderful indoor-outdoor feeling.

Stunning hood.

I like the way he integrates vintage elements even in bathroom.

In other Dunham projects, he has at least one charming little wallpapered refuge-- here, it's the office. Love that with the green woodwork.

The mood turns cozy in the library. Note the enviable antique library steps at the bottom right!

This dreamy bedroom to me, has a glamorously 'weary', low-key, almost Old Hollywood air...

But comfort is always uppermost!

I like that in the guest bedroom, he introduces some piquant global touches in fabrics and accessories...

....including paisleys, exotic pillows, and those neat little Syrian tables...

More indoor-outdoor. Those doggos are overlooking a bluestone patio. Bluestone is my favorite paving surface.

Open air dining.

I just love this guy's style. He also designs textiles, which show up beautifully in his interiors.

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luvzchiz — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:44:12 GMT

@Oznell Love the cocker spaniels. They could make any house a home.

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36-10 — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:45:57 GMT

Thank you for sharing these beautiful rooms with us. Nice way to start the morning.

Love the play of the dark greens in the living room against the light colors.

Missing a dark green sofa I had yrs. Have a great wknd and fall!

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twinsister — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:48:44 GMT

@Oznell - Beautiful home! While some of the combinations of prints may not be my taste, the house still has an airy yet cozy feel. The one thing I would change would be the glass cabinets in the kitchen. I love that cream chaise lounge and the doggies!!

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godi — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 12:49:39 GMT

First off thank you @Oznell for all your interesting posts. Ok the house is fabulous but, I would not have all that wallpaper in the office area. Lovely home.

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stevieb — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:25:16 GMT

Lovely setting and many impressive elements. Overall though, I'm not wowed by his designs for this home.

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ECBG — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:40:05 GMT

VERY enjoyable! I loved quite a lot, especially the outside of the home and that glorious green couch which wasn't too "dusty".

Still not a fan of the large ottoman used as a table, they take up too much space.

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Elodie2 — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:47:12 GMT

Really love the little green office...even the papered ceiling. Very charming.

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roeroe1005 — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:49:43 GMT

Beautiful home!

I'm not crazy about some of the furnishings/decorations, but if someone wanted to give me this house, I would not say No!

Thank you Oznell - always enjoy your posts.

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NickNack — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:53:47 GMT

Beautiful @Oznell ! I love everything about this, especially the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.

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author — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:49:24 GMT

Fabulous! Loved it all, especially the airy dining room, oh my so beautiful. Thank you @Oznell for posting, wonderful begining to my day, will definitely bookmark this to look at again and again.

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shoptilyadropagain — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:20:45 GMT

The exterior is beautiful. Although a lot of the interior is not my style, it is still very nicely done. I'm not that much for green so anything with green would definitely need to be replaced for me.

I want to add my "thanks" to the others that really appreciate your bringing us so many beautiful homes to enjoy

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wilma — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:40:17 GMT

I like the exterior and outside spaces more than the way the interior rooms are decorated. I'm not loving all the colors, prints, and furnishings. My favorite rooms are the family room and library.

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nomar — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 19:40:59 GMT

Love that library also. However, when I saw the black and white cocker on the sofa I gasped. it looked like my Dottie Dog we lost a 18 months ago and I still think of her every single day. She was my best friend in the world. I would take that house and surroundings with no complaints at all.

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Oznell — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 21:58:17 GMT

Hey, me too, @36-10 ! I had a lush green velvet couch that I loved and would love to still have. That deep green is so mesmerizing...

@ECBG, yes, ottomans are not my favorite kind of coffee table either, yet I don't mind them in more casual spaces. One hilarious little detail about this one-- the notes said that Dunham upholstered it with vintage French leather gym mats, or wrestling mats or something, ha!

So sorry to hear of your loss of your precious Dottie Dog, @nomar -- she must have been a sweetie.

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ECBG — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 22:50:19 GMT

@Oznell

I look for that shade of green in clothing ALL the time!!!

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Sooner — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 23:00:51 GMT

I love it! I could move right in and be happy happy! And I'm not even a big fan of green.

I would have no need to change anything because I don't have to have things perfect for me. I even like the wallpaper--goes with my Wild Strawberry dishes!

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Katcat1 — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 23:49:47 GMT

The best part is the little dogs. I am not that crazy about the designer's taste; but I do like the outside with the loungers by the pool. Lovely setting.

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Oznell — Sat, 21 Aug 2021 01:08:56 GMT

@ECBG, that would be a pretty shade with your coloring, which I seem to think is warm blonde...

Discerning collector @Sooner , oh, of course you have "Wild Strawberry"-- such a beautiful pattern, and it would coordinate nicely with that room!

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Sooner — Sat, 21 Aug 2021 01:12:14 GMT

@Oznell wrote:
@ECBG, that would be a pretty shade with your coloring, which I seem to think is warm blonde...

Discerning collector @Sooner , oh, of course you have "Wild Strawberry"-- such a beautiful pattern, and it would coordinate nicely with that room!

@Oznell