Dixon Rye

I love Atlanta. People often say it is like Dallas with more trees. They also have such a pulse on design. I mean think of all the greats there- Suzanne Kasler is based there, Phoebe Howard has a store there, plus Danielle Rollins is quite the tastemaking guru, Parker Kennedy Living resides there, and my favorite monogram queen, Laurie Byrne is there as well. It is also home to the always chic design of Bradley Odom.

Bradley recently opened a new home store in the area called Dixon Rye. He has such an eye for collected, chicly effortless, and dimensional design. There is something so refreshing about his style. It is like a breath of fresh air with a hint of something woodsy. Maybe it is just his ability to combine texture with a clean palette and classic lines. Whatever it is, it surely makes Dixon Rye a place I am desperately ready to frequent.

I had the opportunity to send him a few questions about Dixon Rye. Feast yourself on the beautiful images of his store and his wonderful vision for making Dixon Rye a design destination.

For design work of Bradley Odom, founder and curator of Dixon Rye, please click here.

Photos courtesy of Domino Media Group

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How would you describe your personal design aesthetic?

Dark and moody—masculine colors with over the top texture. At Dixon Rye we talk a lot about identifying the hero of a room and letting it be a hero. For me personally, the hero is usually something leather or a cool architectural find.

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What hopes do you have for Dixon Rye?

I always say that first and foremost we are a creative brand. We are a retail shop and we offer design services but a creative process informs every decision we make. It’s an atmosphere where lasting relationships are formed, consumers are educated about where things are made. It is always a question of how products are made, who made them and why that matters. We pay special attention to all details from the music we play, the packaging, and of course, the friendly experts you engage with. We’ll continue to grow our DR Collection and our online presence.

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Shot of an interior project designed by Bradley Odom.

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What are your design pet peeves?

Not considering scale and volume of a space or an individual piece, especially lamps! We like to ensure that lamps are the appropriate size in relationship to the table and room. Sounds simple but it’s something I notice and it stands out like a sore thumb to me.

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Best advice you ever received about design/decor?

One of my former professors once said, “A good idea is just that, a good idea, until you actually spend time working out the details and ensuring it actually works.”

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Who inspires you?

I love the work of Billy Baldwin. He was one of the greats that never missed an opportunity to add an interesting detail to an otherwise basic piece of furniture—and we’re both Sagittarius. Recently, I’ve been inspired by Meyer-Davis. Their ability to mix materials is awe-inspiring.

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What is on your nightstand?

Books! Sounds so expected, but I love being surrounded by inspiration. I also have a favorite piece of art that my Mom gifted me which leans on the wall off of my nightstand, and I’d be lying if I didn’t say my iPhone.

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SOUTHERN CHIC REALNESS!

Beauty and Charm

I have fallen in love and poured over a recent issue of Homes & Gardens from the UK. There is this fabulous New York apartment by Dallas designer Cathy Kincaid that I posted on my instagram stories yesterday. It is totally dreamy! Upon trying to find and share the gorgeously adorned apartment, I searched the magazine’s website only to stumble across this charming home in Norfolk, England owned and designed by Birdie Fortesque.

You can’t help but be charmed by the brick, the wallpaper, the furniture, and pattern. It is a total English dream. With a soft palette and well thought-out design, it is no wonder this is the most enchanting countryside escape.

 

 

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English Roses & French Rose

Hello friends! I am back from my trip across the pond. Hopefully you followed along on instagram stories. If not, I rounded up some fun photos from the trip. I visited London and Paris this week. Both cities I have explored previously, but it was fun to tackle the city by foot and with great enthusiasm for good food and even better shopping.

I have a series of great posts lined up in the coming weeks. Until then, enjoy these photos, get inspired, and let me share some of our itinerary with you!

Cheers, Au Revoir, and see you tomorrow! xxoo

London

Stafford Hotel photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

A great stay at The Stafford

Red door in London photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

British red door.

sketch london tea photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Sketch London photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Afternoon tea at Sketch is a MUST!

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The luncheon room at sketch.

London landscape 2 photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

London landscape photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

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Pretty street side London landscape.

Pink Notting Hill Home photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

All is quaint in Notting Hill.

Notting Hill Home 6 photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Notting Hill Home 2 photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Notting Hill Home 4 photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

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All lovely Notting Hill.

Liberty London photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

The best shopping at the most enchanting Liberty London.

London doorway photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Black front door in London photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Black doors reign in London…and I love it.

Claridges Hotel photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

The lobby of Claridge’s Hotel. Super deco and chic.

Paris

The Ritz Paris

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Boxwood at The Ritz Paris

The most beautiful hotel. The Ritz in Paris.  Snails and Rose at L'Avenue photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

Who doesn’t love a little snails…

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Ralph’s in Paris was every bit as chic as you would imagine.

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Snuck my phone through a gate…not even sure what this was..

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This blue. I can imagine it on a future door or in a future room.

Parisian Balcony photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

The Parisian architecture is so enchanting.

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Palais Royale.

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Parisian doors.

Flower display at Merci Paris photo by Christina Dandar for The Potted Boxwood

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Merci Paris. A very chic and fun store.

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Beautiful flowers by Jeff Latham flowers at the Four Season George V.

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Completely charming flower stores.

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A follower of mine, Rebecca Lindrew, recommended visiting Chatelles shoes. One try on the foot, and I am obsessed. In case you wanted to know, I bought the black. Well, I also bought some leopard slippers too….

Oui Oui

Well after London (as featured yesterday), I am also heading to Paris for a couple of days. I am so excited to be back in the city of lights and the epitome of chic. My photos of Paris (pre-blogging days) are some of my favorites. The architecture, the scenery, the gardens- all of it leaves you in a romantical daze. Today, I had to share the beautiful Parisian apartment of the former Veranda editor, Susan Gutfreund. It is a Francophile’s dream. It has all the romance and worldly wonder you would expect from a Parisian apartment, and then some.

This will be my last post before hopping the pond. In which case, I will be back with posts and photos to share all the beauty. Again, please follow @thepottedboxwood on Instagram (and instagram stories) to see up to the minute photos.

All photos of Susan Gutfreund’s Paris Apartment via Veranda.

Merci! XOXO

Christina

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London Town

Happy Monday! I am still here, promise! I have been pretty swamped recently, and I think summer will get me back on track. I have so many great and fun post ideas, but not enough hours in the day to share!

Anyway, I am rewarding these last long months with a fun girl’s trip across the pond. I am heading to London for a few days with a good friend. I spent a summer abroad there in college, and have not been back since. There is something so perfectly fabulous about the rich and beautiful history of the big and bustling city. I am also very excited to grab some pictures of the timeless architecture around the city. Be sure to check my instagram (and instagram stories) for up to the minute photos and fun.

Speaking of architecture, I am obsessed with the design of Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeyen. Their storied and passionately designed London townhouse is beyond chic. Every room features just the right amount of pattern, color, and collectedly stunning decor. It really is a London dream (and my dream to be invited over for tea — ha-ha). Cheers to your week!

To see more of this designing dream team, be sure to check out their book (it is one of my favorites). All photos here are from Architectural Digest.

Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen London Townhouse via AD

I love the woodwork and color palette.

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So perfectly paneled and the best injection of velvety texture.

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A dramatic dining area with a great contrast of dark painted wood and mirror.

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This room offers a more bespoke and polished tone.

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I am obsessed with the tapestry on the wall. The perfect way to add art and texture at the same time.

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Dream tub

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Moschino and Vergeylen do bedrooms better than any pair I know. Perfectly executed for a beautiful dream.