Atlanta based designer Jade Joyner joins the show this week to talk about Metal + Petal, the full service interior design firm that she and her husband own and operate. Jade talks with us about working with both residential and commercial clients, including Alpha Phi sorority and the Golden Pantry Market. We hear the inspiration behind Jade’s use of bold yet tasteful patterns and textures, and why she believes sometimes less is more. Jade also gives her advice on where to splurge and where to save, why she loves a good console table, and designing living rooms and kitchens for big families.
What You’ll Hear on This Episode:
Trials and triumphs about a beautiful but powerless dinner, new chairs, Dawn detergent as a secret weapon, and an unwanted foot bath.
Where Jade developed an eye for the bold and sculptural pieces we see on her blog and social media.
Jade’s use of unique silhouettes to create interest in a room.
Jade’s work with the Alpha Phi sorority to renovate a historic home into a residence for the group of young women. Hear how Jade worked to marry the old with the new, but still kept the integrity of the home.
Why Jade suggests carrying some aspect of a room’s color all throughout the house, whether it is in an accent piece, paint color, or accessory.
Don’t be afraid to edit. Jade reminds us that often, less is more.
Some of Jade’s tips for using custom tables and sofas in living rooms, and why a great sofa that stands the test of time is one of her top items to splurge on.
Hear why Jade loves a beautiful console table, and quite frankly — we agree!
Our realization that ranches may be the next big dream home. They are spacious, more affordable, and offer things traditional houses may not.
What projects Jade has now, including the Golden Pantry Market where she works with local artisans based in Athens.
Behind the scenes of what really goes through a designer’s mind when their home is part of a photoshoot or magazine spread.
Mentioned In This Episode:
Metal and Petal
Metal and Petal Blog
@metalandpetal
Pier1 Candles
Dorothy Draper
Rebecca Atwood
Decorating Dilemma
Hi there, and thank you for writing! We would suggest taking off the top panels of the trim, and adding some molding around the ceiling to help finish the room. We love the sconce, but we may switch them out for even bigger ones on the outside. Adding some mirrors in the room would add reflection and provide more texture and interest. Feel free to check out our selection at Ballard! Also, painting the area all one color may help it all blend together. Keep us updated!
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You have a great base, and are a good portion of the way there! Here are the main edits we would make: get bigger art above the sofa, and Jade would love to see some floor lamps on either side of the sofa. Add panels on the windows on either side of the sofa, keep the bamboo shades. A large mirror could add some variation in heights. A bold drapery pattern or some wild pillow patterns could be a great way to add some color without having to make major adjustments. Check out some of the drapery and pillows on Jade’s page.
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