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[Nonametoday]

The first shot of the somewhat formal sitting room, appears to be similar to something you would find in an upscale hotel, décor supplied by Decorating Den. It is almost likeable if you add art and flora to the cold, almost puritanical room. But WAIT. It shifts to a banquette which, tries without success.  It looks to be an unwanted wedding gift that the owner could not refuse. Perhaps later find fabric at the marketplace, upholster the banquette, paint the legs to blend with the dark, moody colors otherwise. The waffle pique rug appears to have been an afterthought. Someone threw one of the rent-a-banquette matching pillows onto the expensive sofa. I like the use of celadon atop the armoire, a well-thought-out wedding gift. The map, the mirror and lamps make a nice entry and quite in tempo yet warmer than the sitting room, save the banquette. The “lava room” is lovely and perfect. While I am not a fan of the marble used in the kitchen, I like the lightwood cabinetry. The bedroom definitely looks like a room in which I have spent nights, maybe Charleston Place, the Biltmore Hotel or the Monteleon. Yes, it does have the Decorating Den touch.

[DSD2]

LOVE the bedroom, the beautiful blue hues, the wallpaper, the desk and charming flowers. Perhaps the room is slightly bigger than it appears from this viewpoint? There may be more room for the chaise lounge than it appears but the bed takes up most of the room.

I also like the hall with the map and the pretty lamps, mirrors table and tulips.

I agree about the couch @Oznell it is a "muddy" brown and not attractive. The "mystery" picture detracts from the room; the drapes seem "heavy".

I dislike the kitchen which has too much packed into too small an area and loathe the countertops/backsplash. The bar area does nothing for me either.

Some pretty elements overall; thank you for posting @Oznell 

[rockygems123]

@Oznell 

This entire space is like a work of art.  Every vignette a great composition.

Colors are stunning. I know bright colors are a favorite, not for me. These colors are so peaceful and soothing. 

[Sooner]

This is just my thing!  I absolutely love it!  All the stone and the colors and details.  It's wonderful!

[AuntG]

Kitchen was not what I expected. It doesn't seem to fit with the rest of the apartment.

[Lilysmom1]

@Oznell , interesting!  I love the ceiling height.  That rug is just awful though and the painting would have to go.  Not liking the chaise in the LR or its placement with the back to the sofa.  I would turn it facing the sofa.  Just doesn't seem to fit the room.

The powder room is way too dark for me but I like the sink profile.

I love the banquette and the bedroom.  

I could live here!

[AngelPuppy1]

It's very pretty but it's too formal for me!  I am a very casual person and I like kind of country or more laid back kind of furnishings in a home.  None of these things look particular comfy or inviting.  It looks more for show, not for living.  

[faeriemoon]

Interesting space.  As someone who tends to comment on overall vibes rather than individual aspects, my criticism is that this apartment feels a little too "serious."  Does anyone get what I'm saying?

I will make one specific observation however.  I don't care for the wall art.

[Oznell]

I had a feeling this one would be sort of a Rorschach (sp?) test--  and it kind of is!   Fascinating range of opinion on this one.

Love it when posters do a deep dive, explaining what they like or detest.  Even when I disagree, it is fun and very illuminating.  Thank you all for taking the time to analyze.

@Desert Lily and @Lilysmom1 ,  interesting analysis of the living room chaise.  @Lilysmom1 , agree that it would be superior to have a chaise that angles in the other direction, toward the couch...

And @Citrine1 ,  that fringe you picked up on is one of the things that helps soften this room for me.  You and I are in a very small club of posters here who like deep fringe, yay!   (Used in moderation.)

@Nonametoday ,  ha, ha, the "Decorating Den"--  I haven't thought of them in ages!  Ouch, I bet the rarefied CeCe Barfield Thompson would be 'surprised' by that comparison....

The apt. is a little bit of a departure from her usual slightly more colorful and gently frolicsome, English-influenced take on things. Here, I thought the mood was a sort of controlled urbanity, which could come off as "somewhat generic hotel room" I suppose.  But I think she stops short of that, with her delicate touches, art and luxuriant finishes...

@faeriemoon ,  I do get your critique of it being "overly serious",  and I think that that's what some other posters might have been getting at too, with some of their comments.

As a general reaction, I'm a little surprised at the widespread dislike of the kitchen.   I thought the vitality of that marble, with its wonderful "movement",  is such a great counterpoint to the warm wood....  

It's still that soulless rug that takes the most points off for me.  

[Yahooey]

how does all those huges branches stay in that small vase?

i pefer to see a potted plant

as for the rest.... 🤐