Color palette you love?
I gravitate toward strong, saturated color. I want my surroundings to stimulate my senses and provide an inspiring dose of energy.
Celebrity designer crush?
I love Summer Thornton for her fearless use of color and pattern; Kelly Wearstler for her avant-garde eye; and Martyn Lawrence Bullard for his details and layered, dramatic approach.
What elements would you combine if a client with no budget restraints asked for a “collected look?”
Amazing architectural elements; original art; statement lighting; a few antique rugs and furnishings; unique fabrics and wall coverings; and modern, iconic upholstery.
What patterns—or solids—define your personal aesthetic?
I’m very much drawn to abstract patterns that were created with a modern, artistic approach.
VIBRANT PALETTE
Clockwise from opposite: Scenic wallpaper and statement art welcome visitors. Bonnell created a cushy window seat in a family room for reading or taking in garden views. A mom and her two kids share a chic and organized home office.
Erika Bonnell Interiors
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