DESIGNING WITH #CAFECORE, CHOCOLATE AND MOCHA MATERIALS
Want to add more depth, warmth, mystery and cozy connections to your space AND SHOP SMARTER?
#Cafecore is about curating spaces that echo the comfort, functionality and the social of comfort connections. After all, who doesn't love chocolate, #mocha and the warm cozy vibes reminiscent of your favorite cafe shop?
After a recent family trip to Toronto, we discovered the magic and mystery of lingering longer with cozy conversations while hanging out at an amazing coffee shop.
So, today I'm sharing my curated collection of #cafecore, chocolate & #mocha favorites with you so you can spend your weekends with those that matter. This collection is full of warmth, cozy colors, reclaimed woods, metallic metal finishes and rich materials that get better with age.
It's a timeless look that mixes well with any collection while making a bold modern statement.
All the design elements in the curated collection have been sourced and styled to save you time so feel free to use my links to explore my favorites and buy what you need. I source from over 200 elusive, to-the-trade only, trusted trade partners to save you hours of legwork, I don't require a minimum order & I provide a dedicated and logistics support team to ensure your authenticity is brought to life on your timeline.
ALL the furnishings, decor, lighting and accessories shown above are purchased by the piece or by the collection by clicking on the shopping list below and adding items to your shopping cart. And yes, I receive a commission on each item you purchase.
At the heart of #cofacore lies a seamless blend of functionality and aesthetics which is about creating spaces that effortlessly caters to daily life while embodying a warm inviting charm and facilitating moments of shared experiences, fellowship and community.
Design Tips to Make it Your Own:
You'll want to start by using warm and inviting colors for your space - like earth and ivory tones, with muted chocolate and #mocha hues to create comfortable and relaxing environment (Read this blog post for my favorite mocha paint colors).
Then, think beyond the typical arrangement of casual furniture. Your furniture layout defines how the space will be used and #CaféCore embodies the essence of social connections and is all about the art of creating spaces that naturally invite comfort connections & conversations.
Add a few textures or textiles like your favorite chocolate doodle pup, luxurious velvet, soft leather, dried flowers and other natural botanicals along with the aroma of a fresh baked loaf of pumpkin bread and you have all the goodness and grace of #cafecore.
Feel free to use the following vibe board to jumpstart communicating your story and design aim expectations.
Here are three more design tips for incorporating the #cafecore comfort connection into your space:
Upgrade to comfortable furniture & seating. Select plush chairs and soft cushions that will encourage you to settle in, enjoy the space and linger longer thus making your home a place of comfort and consolation which leads to connection.
Use ambient lighting like candles, to create an inviting space. I love layering candles to bring dimension and add a warm and inviting glow. Vertical elements draw the eye upward making the space feel more dynamic and intimate.
Refreshing your dining area for more intimate, memorable family meals and celebrations are always a priority. Why just eat when each meal can be a party? I remember when my Mr and I spent hours refreshing our dining space with paint and a good edit before adding dried flowers and thrifted china for a small group gathering. And at the end of our fellowship, our group leader stood up and declared that "God surely met us here tonight". My husband and I looked at each other and smiled and I heard a small voice in my head say, “by wisdom a house is built, through understanding it is established & through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures" and I thought; Interior Design is the same thing. Was our home filled with rare & beautiful treasures - absolutely not. What it was filled with was our heart’s desire to create a place where everyone felt comfortable, cared for and connected.
I believe this is God’s purpose for every home today - to create a “relational home,” a place where we can come together to build bridges, encourage and nurture - a place that mirrors our Creator's unconditional love for us.
Karen Savage Design's Color & Aesthetic Look Book Page 37
The joy of home is about a crackling fire, the warmth of the season, welcomed company and lingering longer.
We navigate the world through our relationships and we make the world better one home, one room, one person at a time.
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I hope this blog post provides both inspiration and tips to help you create more depth, warmth, mystery and cozy connections to your space.
Need help creating your own story and timeless aesthetic mix? It all starts with aligned values and a 30 minute conversation. Send me an email at karensavagedesign@outlook.com and I'll walk you through it.
Everyone has a story worth sharing - a story based on shared values and expressed in your home's environment - what's yours?
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