About Refined

Refined is the creation of Anna Applegate and Kathryn Ivey, who combine years of design training with a love for finding classic furnishings and accessories and updating them to fit today's chic interiors. 

Seeking an alternative to mass-produced home decor, Anna and Kathryn feel that one's home should be personal and distinctive, so each piece they sell is one of a kind. And by reviving vintage items with their creative eyes, the girls strive to encourage responsible, "green" design. 


Monday, March 30, 2009

Dare Devil Dining Room



As I was flipping through the January issue of W Magazine, I came across the home of Agnes Gund, a philanthropist and world renowned art collector. I was drawn to her fabulous dining room with its peacock blue walls and the captivating painting by Roy Lichtenstein. I love the juxtaposition between the contemporary, avant-garde painting with the traditional table and chairs. The blue walls seem to harmonize the juxtapositions into a delicious room!

I dream of having a dining room with walls painted this same blue, and maybe these fun chairs?



~Kathryn

1 comment:

Andrew T. Gillies said...

Hi Kathryn,

I bought a few pieces from you last year for the Bahamas project--all are great down there. Funny--I was just fantasizing today about my next dining room being a watery peacock blue. Love it.

Best,
Nora