Love black window frames - I’ve had them installed in my new rooftop apartment that is currently under construction because they frame the view to the sea so well
Wonderful content Garrett. FYI, it is possible to have cutouts for electrical outlets on the side of a waterfall counter. I've done it. I personally love the waterfall in a contemporary space. Also for a more contemporary look, consider making the overhang of the counter 1 inch vs. the typical 1.5 - 2 inches.
I have never loved mirrors as a design element - now I’m in rainy, grey Oregon and I’m considering following your advice. I have painted a warm white (OK, tallow) and am going to hang a family heirloom mirror. Thank you!
Electrical outlets can be easily integrated into hard surface waterfall edges, including granite. In fact, I've had several installed in my own granite countertops since 1998 without any issues.
I had a stone island counter top with waterfall edges installed in a home with an open plan living room I owner built in 2000. I always loved it. The stone was a mink colour and the floor was a beige marble with white vein. I had the stone mason cut a power outlet space in each waterfall that allowed for a double power outlet at each end of the counter - it was a hassle to organise but I was so pleased I did this because those power outlets were super useful on that large island bench. It always looked luxe
I go back and forth on reds. I typically go for blues/greens/creams/browns but red still adds interest. I will typically do 'red' in more of a burgundy or deep oxblood, than a fire engine. Over time I rotate the reds in and out depending on how powerful they feel for a time. To me, it feels like a red lip. Can be great but can also be overpowering if not harnessed and in the right way. As for the others, I have color drenched my primary bedroom and it was amazing. Not a fan of the waterfall, but don't hate it. Not a fan at all of a linear fireplace. Certain MCM homes make sense but the majority of them just feel wonky to me.
I love colour drenching with different sheens. I saw this amazing wall online where a stencil was used to create a black on black pattern with matte and satin paint.
I based my bedroom accent colors around the Waverly Inspirations Red Lattice fabric - I Mod Podged it on the interiors of my bookcases and entertainment center. It's more of a deep red - but I just love it - it makes it feel cozy and safe to me. I've adapted every holidays' decorations to match. I used a painted matched tiny trim to cover the seams between bookcases/units. My base color of the furniture is Behr Chocolate Froth - my favorite paint color ever (we custom built all our furniture)! I get it red is tricky for a lot of people - but as a kid - I had red in my bedroom - so maybe preferences happen earlier than we think? ...but really - who needs that much color??? - All we need is a Garret LeChic video playing on our tvs to add all the spice we need!!! 🤩
When Garrett said "what are you trying to say with your pop of red" i looked up at my red stand mixer and thought.... "I'm an angry baker..." 😂😂😂 i have a very gray house (it came that way) so my mixer is like my little protest against all the gray. Love the channel:)
I would like color drenching in a library in a dark color with multiple lighting options if necessary ( of course moldings r always a plus in the appropriate home ) red only in artwork (very little only but would rather not include
I think black window frames can be very chic and attractive, but, I don’t think it suits all house styles. I see people painting their windows black and it just doesn’t work with the house style.
Some thoughts: Color drenching--not my favorite look so I wouldn't do it in my home; Black window frames--have never lived in a house with them and wouldn't paint them black because I always want as much light as possible in my home; Waterfall edge countertops--never had them but like them and would consider them in kitchen; Linear fireplace--not a fan; Pop of red--been there, done that with a deep wine red/burgundy, not regular red. Loved it, but got tired of it after awhile. Completely agree with you! Thanks for the great video!
I haven't ever been in a home with black window panes. I love the look when I see them on photos. Waterfall counters I have always loved. It makes a huge impact in look and budget. We have an electric fireplace and I still selected a more traditional appearing fireplace than the very modern linear version. I love the images you have shared. I just removed red from my house.
I agree, when color drenching is done right (and in a color I like) I think it's gorgeous. When it's done wrong it looks like someone was a lazy painter who either didn't care or didn't know better. Not crazy about the waterfall countertops. I can't figure out why... I guess they're just so severe. I do love your idea for doing it on the end of cabinets if you have one though. Linear fireplaces seem the most lovely in commercial settings to me. Yes, I'd use a pop of red in my home but I'd be really picky about it. That stove that you showed...YES.
oh ya....regarding the pops of red...i have an industrial look for the kitchen, black kitchen cabinets and cement countertop and white subway tiles...and planning to get a vintage fridge(since its timeless) in the color red. And this would be the only red color item i will own in my entire home. Is that ok too? not repeating the color elsewhere?
Hi Garrett. Thank you for your video and for letting us see the pups for a few minutes. I love them. I grew up with a big square fireplace that burned wood, and that’s the shape I prefer; not a big fan of linear fireplace. I prefer softer colors and don’t feel excited about a big pop of red. I don’t like sudden contrast. Interestingly, I have a Persian rug with a lot of white and pink that I thought was too feminine in my office, and when I coincidentally bought a red magazine holder with Asian design at an estate sale, it accentuated the darker pink and red tones in the rug, and now that’s what my eye is drawn to. I’m pleased it worked out that way. Just a little red made a difference. Not a fan of color drenching with dark colors - I feel claustrophobic. Nothing like not being able to see where the door / exit is to make one feel anxious. LOL. ❤
Waterfall countertops are ideal for high-traffic areas, as they offer a durable surface that can withstand water, pets, and frequent use. Additionally, it's easy to integrate electrical outlets into kitchen islands, including those made of granite.
I use red in my soft furnishings for the fall and winter. Our climate is cold and gray, so the red gives a sense of coziness and warmth to my otherwise cool neutral color palette.
I’m a traditional girl. Soft yellow walls or dark blue gray walls in the bedroom. White ceiling, white trim. But I love looking at other homes and different types of decorating. This gets me through long, dark Vermont winters
I have a thin coffer in my ceiling (about two inches). We painted our living and dining rooms gray (lighter in the living room and darker in the dining room), and painted the coffer red. It gives just a little pop and I love it.
I am with you my Fine Fella. I did one of my bedrooms in the deep purple of royalty. I did do flat/matte walls with eggshell woodwork, the difference in sheen is very subtle. I love it.
My new build came with a linear fireplace. I've seen pictures of linear fireplaces with a custom limestone hearth/mantle around it but I'm assuming those are pricey. So you are probably right. They can look beautiful with a higher budget.
I have myself and used many times in my homes a dark framed window typically not black more typically Bellemeade green, which is an extremely dark deep rich green that many people think are black until they look very closely at I like that even better than black, but I love both
Yes I love all the trends…. Not using them all….. I am going to paint my fireplace black…. I have something red in every room…. Something small but still a piece of red…. I have always done that…a chair… a door or in a piece of artwork…. Kinda my signature lol…. Love the video…. Thanks for sharing ❤…. Great to see the babies …. And yes some one was jealous not naming names lol 😊
I might like a waterfall edge. I would rather see decorative trim on the surface, which could be repeated elsewhere in the room. A pop of red in the kitchen would be nice, but not a whole lot of it unless it was a huge room, but a room the size I'm thinking of would be a very large restaurant kitchen. I've never seen black window frames but with a good view it would be worthwhile but cost would also be a consideration. Again, all the frames or none of them. I like continuity.
I agree with you about the linear fireplace. They just don’t look right in 99% of the settings. They seem to put them in. I think that seems to be the case with all of these trends. In the right setting, they might be fine, but otherwise no.
I did the color drenching in my small primary bedroom. I did the dots and trim about 20% darker and a step shinier. I love how it turned out. Not sure how I feel about the waterfall countertops. As far as red goes, I like small unexpected, warm reds only as accents. Like you, Garrett, I mainly use red at Christmas time.
Personally, I do not care for the waterfall look on islands or cabinets. I’m with you on decorating with red~let’s wait for Christmas decorating to use!
I literally agree with everything you said here haha I love black windows, they look so"right" to me for some reason. We have white which is the norm around here, but we did do one black with a diamond pattern for the big window in the master bath! It makes sense with the interior and exterior, trust me. And waterfall countertops seem less inviting or charming, more high end and formal imho. It depends what you want in a home. Personally, my kitchen is part of my home. Waterfall edges, stainless steel everything, and colorless cabinets are NOT welcome in my house haha (jk. We have stainless sink+appliances, they were the best deal). But my dream kitchen is an extension of home, not a cosplay like I'm a professional chef. I am not, I cook in my underwear and silk bonnet when I'm home alone 💀
Love the silk bonnet comment! I just bought a cotton plisse bonnet-iLOVE IT! Anyway I also like the kitchen to reflect and complement my home so a more traditional look works for me. I do love the look of the waterfall, maybe in my next home!
I like the idea of the unintentional red in a room. One reason is that it is accessible to most of us, no matter our budget. Another reason is - it’s spicy. As for the waterfall counter, I don’t love it, or even like it. It seems that it could go so wrong in a renovation: the scale could be way off base in a smaller room, and, as others have mentioned, it definitely has a whiff of ostentation. Scale is such a tricky thing and we need a better understanding from designers like you. Thanks for your videos, G.
I guess I’m ahead of my time;) I’ve always color drenched everything. I’m the one who paints & it’s WAY easier. My whole house is white. Looks awesome says people who c it 💞✌🏼🌻
Waterfall is quite popular and I see it often in elevated kitchens. Like anything else, if it’s done well it’s lovely. It’s one possibility among others, but I don’t see it as a fad like shag carpet.
I have a beautiful fireplace and a mantel in my living room on my houseboat. Originally it was propane tanks to fuel it, but not really safe. I found an electric inset of candles and a heater. It gives off the vibe but I do not need to fret about a fire. My contractor put an outlet inside the hearth, so no cords hanging out and there is the glass and even a screen in front of it.
My preferred color palette is blue/green, much like that print behind you. However, in the late 70's I developed a craving for red. I bought clothing with red accents, pillows, prints and a comforter based on Monet's Poppies. The craving vanished as mysteriously as it came. I think the only room I'd like to color saturate would be a powder room, perhaps with some fun wallpaper. Black window frames are fine in modern rooms, but I find them too stark and masculine.
i painted all my window frames black...planning to color drenching my entryway,because its a small area....and i wanted the space to look bigger having everything the same color....i tried painting it a dark blue before...but i realize that i get bored easily with color and i dont really have super smooth walls....a dark color makes all the imperfections on the wall obvious....my question is; is it ok to use a light grey for color drenching?all the other walls is painted white....its not very obvious but i dont think its working... the whole point color drenching is to make it obvious right? plus the entryway is dark even with a chandelier. Please help me decide. Will dark grey would be a better choice?. I have cement floors,black furniture and more of industrial look.
Hi Sofie! Thanks for sharing. I cannot comment about your specific space and what I would recommend because every situation is different. I would need to see it and I discuss it with you. While I’m confident I could help, I can only suggest booking a virtual consultation with me at intro.co/garrettlechic if you would like my assistance in coming up with a solution. The available consultation times you see are already set in your time zone. Thanks for watching!😊😊😊
People put in a linear fireplace because they want to put the tv above. Trouble is the tv then turns out to be a bit too high, despite using the lower fireplace. What do you get-crick in the neck, absolute misery, don’t bother, Make two focal areas-one the fireplace, the other the tv-both at a comfortable height.
No, to black framed windows. I don't like waterfall edge countertops, no to linear fireplace, and absolutely no red walls. My style is southern traditional with French cottage 😊
I too love color drenched rooms if done well. I think modern design would suit black window frames (a touch of black in a room looks good). I think waterfall countertops will become a standard in a few years and you can do a pop up on the top of the counter for electronics. No opinion on fireplaces as we don't have them on my tropical island. And I am no fan of red. Excellent job Garrett and hugs to those cuties 🥰☺️❤️😍😊☀️🦩🌴
Black window frames and black front door, No waterfall, to contemporary , have linear fireplace, no mantel, need frame around tv...Builders basic house, want crown around the fireplace top and widen the top of the wall before the mantle to make it look real..
My home is dark and I white window frames. I’ve never had black and I don’t think I’ve seen any in person. I suppose in a home with large bright areas black would be beautiful. Not a fan of waterfall counters, especially island where kids sit. It would be tough to see the dirt or spills under there 😳. We don’t have a fireplace and I miss having one. I like fireplaces that have a hearth and mantle. I hate the tv above the fireplace. Only pop if red I use is in the Christmas tree or fresh flowers 🌹☺️
Hi Garrett, Thank you for the vlog. Ohhhh I love the colour drench idea, super gorgeous and super sexy 😍 These 2 boys are cuddly kiddos. Lol the moment Arden squeezed in, I can sense the second child feeling😂 The linear fireplace is not my taste. I love the traditional fireplaces integrated thoughtfully. The black frame windows : never thought of it in the way you mentioned. We don’t have it in this house but thanks for sharing I will start noticing how it feels as and when I see it:) The RED: fiery passion ❤️🔥 I think at times it’s age related or just the personality. As I said earlier my kitchen was red and cream combo(when i was 26) but now at 47 I don’t think so I like that kind of pops. As you mentioned, our house too at this stage is a mix of white, blue and little bit of blush pinks around. You have a wonderful week ahead. See you soon again 🥰🤗
Personally, I see waterfall countertops as an ostentatious show of wealth. If someone added them because they wanted more of the color to balance other features in their kitchen, they could probably find a way to do it without more marble, quartzite, or another expensive slab of granite.
I don’t think that comment is quite fair. Some people just like waterfall countertops like me, and I’m not trying nor do I have to do anything to impress anyone. We design what we like in our home, and not for adulation. That should be the premise regardless of the features added. For those who like it, there is no shame or problem having them.
I am drawn to traditional looks. However, we are renovating a beach condo and I’m choosing the waterfall edge on our island. I also plan on doing an electric fireplace in the family room but want to do a square fireplace box with a hearth. Something different than a rectangular fire box. I also plan to do a waterfall edge on the fireplace surround. I’ve been struggling with color drenching - or not. Thank you! Red isn’t my favorite. I choose blue primarily and don’t use red during the holidays any longer. Blue, silver, cream, gold with lots of glass decor. Thanks so much!
I would (and have) used red in the dining room and kitchen and really liked it, but I would never use it in a bedroom or office workspace because of the energy and distraction factor.
The waterfall edge on the cabinets looks nice, but it's not something I would choose. As for red....I have a love/hate relationship with the color. It's a very difficult color to work with because there are SO many hues of red. Tying it into a room can be impossible, as many shades of red are not compatible. I especially hate orangish red. I hate orange in general, and the only time it's in my house is when I decorate for fall. I use it with dusty greens, wine/burgundy, creams, muted yellows, rich browns, etc. I do have some red in my house, but very sparsely, mostly in art prints and some art glass. It's just too aggressive a color for me. The exception obviously is Christmas. It's traditional and not so in my face with all the greens, metals, etc. If I have my druthers, I will always look for a richer cranberry or burgundy red.
The built-in tv to match fireplace dimensions is iffy to me. As time goes on, we tend to get bigger tvs, and now you’re trapped to a certain size. I love the look but not the lack of flexibility.
Love your examples & explanation of color drenching. Beautiful & dramatic design concept when done by a talented person, such as you. // Have enjoyed the look of linear fireplaces in modern boutique hotels, but agree just not my taste in most homes. Great tips to make them work though. // I do like pops of red, but as you said, when done right in the right space. Thanks for your always highly informative & enjoyable content (especially enjoy your vast knowledge / professional expertise). ⭐️🌸
Psychology. I’m not sure what you mean. It’s a take on a style. Perhaps, it’s just what someone likes or finds tasteful. There doesn’t have to a psychological reason as design is an art with many variations that appeal to people in different ways or not.
I really want to try the color drenching. I love the look. I don’t like the long skinny fireplaces in my own space, I don’t like red except for Christmas, waterfall counters are just not my jam, black windows are pretty, but I am fine with my cream. Oh Puppies!!
I think many people have white vinyl windows. In that case, people need to consider that. All the photos showing color drenching have paintable windows. It kind of loses the effect when you try color drenching a dark color with bright white windows. Trust me, I did it.
The linear fireplace catalogue pictures never show where the accoutrements of fire making are kept. E.g tools and the wood box. Perhaps they are all faux gas fires , in which case- why bother?
Other than truly vintage mid century modern linear fireplaces which are quite rare to find or see, I’ve never encountered a linear fireplace that wasn’t gas or electric. They are used mainly for mood and visual aesthetic for those who like them.
Waterfall countertop. Yes, it looks great, over saturated! When everybody and their brother is doing it its boring. I believe it will time stamp the remodel just like every other trend. Custom home is just that. Custom. Not what everyone is doing...
I know what custom homes are very well and like it or not many of them have waterfall. It’s a legitimate choice especially in high end kitchens in homes whether custom or not. However, I advocate a person having whatever makes them happy in their home, waterfall or no waterfall.
1. Maybe-to color drenching but probably not 2. No-to black window frames but yes to black lanai screens 3. NO-to waterfall countertop edges…to me it looks weird/cheap and is more expensive 4. Linear fireplaces-I could take them or leave them ..too contemporary for my style (btw I am a total novice) and I already have 2 regular ones 5. Red is my least favorite color but a little bit in the home is okay. There-my feedback!
First I love the dogs. Dogs belong in any house lol. I would need a much larger home for any of these ideas. The skinny fireplace I like the least... I mean why have one if you need glasses to see it. I would love back trim, but not in my house as it is dark and so small. Love red accents.
I don’t like the waterfall edge. I don’t like the look of it and I sure a heck don’t like the cost of it. it looks very heavy. In the right space, a very large space, it might be OK.
Hey Garrett! Love your channel... (I'm logged in under our biz account, so ignore that lol). I've been following a lady named Anna Reid, bc I like her commentary on clothing styles, and today she posted a "update of her living room" in which I immediatly I thought of you. Maybe you can possibly collab and help her out?
Thanks so much, but at this point in our journey I need to collaborate with other content creators to help us grow. Getting helped out is not very easy especially in the design space.
I come for Garrett and his priceless design advice, I stay for the doggos.
For my dad, the no. 1 painting principle was: the quicker, the better. So, to my dad, color drenching was... well, painting!
Love black window frames - I’ve had them installed in my new rooftop apartment that is currently under construction because they frame the view to the sea so well
Wonderful content Garrett. FYI, it is possible to have cutouts for electrical outlets on the side of a waterfall counter. I've done it. I personally love the waterfall in a contemporary space. Also for a more contemporary look, consider making the overhang of the counter 1 inch vs. the typical 1.5 - 2 inches.
I have never loved mirrors as a design element - now I’m in rainy, grey Oregon and I’m considering following your advice. I have painted a warm white (OK, tallow) and am going to hang a family heirloom mirror. Thank you!
The waterfall looks lovely, but I would not give up convenient outlets and even possibly some storage.
Exactly!!
Electrical outlets can be easily integrated into hard surface waterfall edges, including granite. In fact, I've had several installed in my own granite countertops since 1998 without any issues.
I had a stone island counter top with waterfall edges installed in a home with an open plan living room I owner built in 2000. I always loved it. The stone was a mink colour and the floor was a beige marble with white vein. I had the stone mason cut a power outlet space in each waterfall that allowed for a double power outlet at each end of the counter - it was a hassle to organise but I was so pleased I did this because those power outlets were super useful on that large island bench. It always looked luxe
I go back and forth on reds. I typically go for blues/greens/creams/browns but red still adds interest. I will typically do 'red' in more of a burgundy or deep oxblood, than a fire engine. Over time I rotate the reds in and out depending on how powerful they feel for a time. To me, it feels like a red lip. Can be great but can also be overpowering if not harnessed and in the right way. As for the others, I have color drenched my primary bedroom and it was amazing. Not a fan of the waterfall, but don't hate it. Not a fan at all of a linear fireplace. Certain MCM homes make sense but the majority of them just feel wonky to me.
I love colour drenching with different sheens. I saw this amazing wall online where a stencil was used to create a black on black pattern with matte and satin paint.
No red in my home.
I have a suggestion for a video. When painting a door, when each room is a different color, how do you handle the edges?
I love a wine red, to me it’s cozy and comforting.
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I based my bedroom accent colors around the Waverly Inspirations Red Lattice fabric - I Mod Podged it on the interiors of my bookcases and entertainment center. It's more of a deep red - but I just love it - it makes it feel cozy and safe to me. I've adapted every holidays' decorations to match. I used a painted matched tiny trim to cover the seams between bookcases/units. My base color of the furniture is Behr Chocolate Froth - my favorite paint color ever (we custom built all our furniture)! I get it red is tricky for a lot of people - but as a kid - I had red in my bedroom - so maybe preferences happen earlier than we think? ...but really - who needs that much color??? - All we need is a Garret LeChic video playing on our tvs to add all the spice we need!!! 🤩
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I love a pop of red. My house is mostly green/blue/cream but I do love a tiny bit of red here and there.
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When Garrett said "what are you trying to say with your pop of red" i looked up at my red stand mixer and thought.... "I'm an angry baker..." 😂😂😂 i have a very gray house (it came that way) so my mixer is like my little protest against all the gray. Love the channel:)
Thanks so much! Glad you are enjoying.
I have a yellow kitchen aid and my nephew told me it looks like a minion, now I can’t unsee it 😂
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I would like color drenching in a library in a dark color with multiple lighting options if necessary ( of course moldings r always a plus in the appropriate home ) red only in artwork (very little only but would rather not include
I love red. That range is gorgeous
I love a bit of red in a room, but you definitely need to choose the right shade, and amount. The red stove in the image you shared was fantastic.
In the rooms with paintable ceilings, I do the ceilings one shade lighter than the walls, and it LOOKS like it's the sane.
Oh, I did that in my bedroom! It really does look pretty much the same in most light.
I think black window frames can be very chic and attractive, but, I don’t think it suits all house styles. I see people painting their windows black and it just doesn’t work with the house style.
I had no idea that the waterfall edge goes beyond the kitchen island.
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Some thoughts: Color drenching--not my favorite look so I wouldn't do it in my home; Black window frames--have never lived in a house with them and wouldn't paint them black because I always want as much light as possible in my home; Waterfall edge countertops--never had them but like them and would consider them in kitchen; Linear fireplace--not a fan; Pop of red--been there, done that with a deep wine red/burgundy, not regular red. Loved it, but got tired of it after awhile. Completely agree with you! Thanks for the great video!
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed.
I haven't ever been in a home with black window panes. I love the look when I see them on photos.
Waterfall counters I have always loved. It makes a huge impact in look and budget.
We have an electric fireplace and I still selected a more traditional appearing fireplace than the very modern linear version.
I love the images you have shared. I just removed red from my house.
I don’t know why but, the linear fireplace gives scarcity vibes. Give me a nice bold definitely there fireplaces not some line. 🤗
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I agree, when color drenching is done right (and in a color I like) I think it's gorgeous. When it's done wrong it looks like someone was a lazy painter who either didn't care or didn't know better. Not crazy about the waterfall countertops. I can't figure out why... I guess they're just so severe. I do love your idea for doing it on the end of cabinets if you have one though. Linear fireplaces seem the most lovely in commercial settings to me. Yes, I'd use a pop of red in my home but I'd be really picky about it. That stove that you showed...YES.
oh ya....regarding the pops of red...i have an industrial look for the kitchen, black kitchen cabinets and cement countertop and white subway tiles...and planning to get a vintage fridge(since its timeless) in the color red. And this would be the only red color item i will own in my entire home. Is that ok too? not repeating the color elsewhere?
Hi Garrett. Thank you for your video and for letting us see the pups for a few minutes. I love them.
I grew up with a big square fireplace that burned wood, and that’s the shape I prefer; not a big fan of linear fireplace.
I prefer softer colors and don’t feel excited about a big pop of red. I don’t like sudden contrast. Interestingly, I have a Persian rug with a lot of white and pink that I thought was too feminine in my office, and when I coincidentally bought a red magazine holder with Asian design at an estate sale, it accentuated the darker pink and red tones in the rug, and now that’s what my eye is drawn to. I’m pleased it worked out that way. Just a little red made a difference.
Not a fan of color drenching with dark colors - I feel claustrophobic. Nothing like not being able to see where the door / exit is to make one feel anxious. LOL. ❤
My pleasure! Thanks for sharing.
IMO, waterfall edge makes me think HGTV. I am more of a traditionalist, so may not be the best judge of this trend. Thank you for another great video!
Waterfall countertops are ideal for high-traffic areas, as they offer a durable surface that can withstand water, pets, and frequent use. Additionally, it's easy to integrate electrical outlets into kitchen islands, including those made of granite.
For many years I have had LOTS of red in my interiors. I still love it and am not aware of trending pops.
I use red in my soft furnishings for the fall and winter. Our climate is cold and gray, so the red gives a sense of coziness and warmth to my otherwise cool neutral color palette.
I’m a traditional girl. Soft yellow walls or dark blue gray walls in the bedroom. White ceiling, white trim. But I love looking at other homes and different types of decorating. This gets me through long, dark Vermont winters
I adore black crittall doors. Wasn’t practical when we upgraded but tried to emulate the style as best we could
I have a thin coffer in my ceiling (about two inches). We painted our living and dining rooms gray (lighter in the living room and darker in the dining room), and painted the coffer red. It gives just a little pop and I love it.
I am with you my Fine Fella. I did one of my bedrooms in the deep purple of royalty. I did do flat/matte walls with eggshell woodwork, the difference in sheen is very subtle. I love it.
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My new build came with a linear fireplace. I've seen pictures of linear fireplaces with a custom limestone hearth/mantle around it but I'm assuming those are pricey. So you are probably right. They can look beautiful with a higher budget.
Agreed, and in a room where it accentuates the space. The linear fireplace also has to be the correct size for space.
I have myself and used many times in my homes a dark framed window typically not black more typically Bellemeade green, which is an extremely dark deep rich green that many people think are black until they look very closely at I like that even better than black, but I love both
Red pops - like it! ❤
Great advice!🖤
Thank you!!
Yes I love all the trends…. Not using them all….. I am going to paint my fireplace black…. I have something red in every room…. Something small but still a piece of red…. I have always done that…a chair… a door or in a piece of artwork…. Kinda my signature lol…. Love the video…. Thanks for sharing ❤…. Great to see the babies …. And yes some one was jealous not naming names lol 😊
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I might like a waterfall edge. I would rather see decorative trim on the surface, which could be repeated elsewhere in the room. A pop of red in the kitchen would be nice, but not a whole lot of it unless it was a huge room, but a room the size I'm thinking of would be a very large restaurant kitchen. I've never seen black window frames but with a good view it would be worthwhile but cost would also be a consideration. Again, all the frames or none of them. I like continuity.
I agree with you about the linear fireplace. They just don’t look right in 99% of the settings. They seem to put them in. I think that seems to be the case with all of these trends. In the right setting, they might be fine, but otherwise no.
Ok, at 15:01 when you said “the unexpected 👐 pop 👐…” An ad broke in lol.
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Good video!
I did the color drenching in my small primary bedroom. I did the dots and trim about 20% darker and a step shinier. I love how it turned out. Not sure how I feel about the waterfall countertops. As far as red goes, I like small unexpected, warm reds only as accents. Like you, Garrett, I mainly use red at Christmas time.
Personally, I do not care for the waterfall look on islands or cabinets. I’m with you on decorating with red~let’s wait for Christmas decorating to use!
Black window frames? Love them in the right place. In my place I love color, and like a british garden I would want a color.
I don’t really like color drenching and I hate wallpaper. But for some reason when you put the two together, it’s not bad.
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Thanks so much!
I prefer to let countertop materials shine as a horizontal element. I prefer to use other materials on all vertical surfaces.
I literally agree with everything you said here haha
I love black windows, they look so"right" to me for some reason. We have white which is the norm around here, but we did do one black with a diamond pattern for the big window in the master bath! It makes sense with the interior and exterior, trust me.
And waterfall countertops seem less inviting or charming, more high end and formal imho. It depends what you want in a home. Personally, my kitchen is part of my home. Waterfall edges, stainless steel everything, and colorless cabinets are NOT welcome in my house haha (jk. We have stainless sink+appliances, they were the best deal). But my dream kitchen is an extension of home, not a cosplay like I'm a professional chef. I am not, I cook in my underwear and silk bonnet when I'm home alone 💀
Love the silk bonnet comment! I just bought a cotton plisse bonnet-iLOVE IT!
Anyway I also like the kitchen to reflect and complement my home so a more traditional look works for me. I do love the look of the waterfall, maybe in my next home!
I have a Pendleton blanket and the base color is red and I absolutely love it.
Ok Cornelious, I'll do what you say!
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Red, used as pop color, I love, but not in the kitchen, as I feel that perhaps the store ran out of the correct color needed.
I like the idea of the unintentional red in a room. One reason is that it is accessible to most of us, no matter our budget. Another reason is - it’s spicy. As for the waterfall counter, I don’t love it, or even like it. It seems that it could go so wrong in a renovation: the scale could be way off base in a smaller room, and, as others have mentioned, it definitely has a whiff of ostentation. Scale is such a tricky thing and we need a better understanding from designers like you. Thanks for your videos, G.
My pleasure!
I still love my tone on tone bedroom wallpaper, I have had it many years, 2 opposite walls.
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“..OR do you have too much light and want to get rid of it..”
I’ll bet you’re a hoot to hang with.
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I guess I’m ahead of my time;) I’ve always color drenched everything. I’m the one who paints & it’s WAY easier. My whole house is white. Looks awesome says people who c it 💞✌🏼🌻
The waterfall edge looks commercial to me.
@@moocrazytn to me, waterfall is a trend that ppl will look at & think,” oh i remember when that was in”.
Waterfall is quite popular and I see it often in elevated kitchens. Like anything else, if it’s done well it’s lovely. It’s one possibility among others, but I don’t see it as a fad like shag carpet.
People always say that red is an angry color but it makes me feel happy.
*No Red* . I just can't do that color in my home, not even for
x-mas.
I prefer a traditional fireplace .. I love all the other trends you mentioned Garrett ❤
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I have a beautiful fireplace and a mantel in my living room on my houseboat. Originally it was propane tanks to fuel it, but not really safe. I found an electric inset of candles and a heater. It gives off the vibe but I do not need to fret about a fire. My contractor put an outlet inside the hearth, so no cords hanging out and there is the glass and even a screen in front of it.
Personally, I’m sick of seeing waterfall edges, as well as “statement” marble. Ugh.
My preferred color palette is blue/green, much like that print behind you. However, in the late 70's I developed a craving for red. I bought clothing with red accents, pillows, prints and a comforter based on Monet's Poppies. The craving vanished as mysteriously as it came. I think the only room I'd like to color saturate would be a powder room, perhaps with some fun wallpaper. Black window frames are fine in modern rooms, but I find them too stark and masculine.
i painted all my window frames black...planning to color drenching my entryway,because its a small area....and i wanted the space to look bigger having everything the same color....i tried painting it a dark blue before...but i realize that i get bored easily with color and i dont really have super smooth walls....a dark color makes all the imperfections on the wall obvious....my question is; is it ok to use a light grey for color drenching?all the other walls is painted white....its not very obvious but i dont think its working... the whole point color drenching is to make it obvious right? plus the entryway is dark even with a chandelier. Please help me decide. Will dark grey would be a better choice?. I have cement floors,black furniture and more of industrial look.
Hi Sofie! Thanks for sharing. I cannot comment about your specific space and what I would recommend because every situation is different. I would need to see it and I discuss it with you. While I’m confident I could help, I can only suggest booking a virtual consultation with me at intro.co/garrettlechic if you would like my assistance in coming up with a solution. The available consultation times you see are already set in your time zone. Thanks for watching!😊😊😊
People put in a linear fireplace because they want to put the tv above. Trouble is the tv then turns out to be a bit too high, despite using the lower fireplace. What do you get-crick in the neck, absolute misery, don’t bother, Make two focal areas-one the fireplace, the other the tv-both at a comfortable height.
No, to black framed windows. I don't like waterfall edge countertops, no to linear fireplace, and absolutely no red walls. My style is southern traditional with French cottage 😊
I too love color drenched rooms if done well. I think modern design would suit black window frames (a touch of black in a room looks good). I think waterfall countertops will become a standard in a few years and you can do a pop up on the top of the counter for electronics. No opinion on fireplaces as we don't have them on my tropical island. And I am no fan of red. Excellent job Garrett and hugs to those cuties 🥰☺️❤️😍😊☀️🦩🌴
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I agree that the linear fireplace will become dated. Not a fan. I have seen pretty ones but in a commercial setting not a home.
Hi Garrett, and LeChic fam!
Morning!
Linear fireplaces give me aquarium vibes, poor fish.
Black window frames and black front door, No waterfall, to contemporary , have linear fireplace, no mantel, need frame around tv...Builders basic house, want crown around the fireplace top and widen the top of the wall before the mantle to make it look real..
My home is dark and I white window frames. I’ve never had black and I don’t think I’ve seen any in person. I suppose in a home with large bright areas black would be beautiful. Not a fan of waterfall counters, especially island where kids sit. It would be tough to see the dirt or spills under there 😳. We don’t have a fireplace and I miss having one. I like fireplaces that have a hearth and mantle. I hate the tv above the fireplace. Only pop if red I use is in the Christmas tree or fresh flowers 🌹☺️
Hi Garrett,
Thank you for the vlog.
Ohhhh I love the colour drench idea, super gorgeous and super sexy 😍
These 2 boys are cuddly kiddos. Lol the moment Arden squeezed in, I can sense the second child feeling😂
The linear fireplace is not my taste. I love the traditional fireplaces integrated thoughtfully.
The black frame windows : never thought of it in the way you mentioned. We don’t have it in this house but thanks for sharing I will start noticing how it feels as and when I see it:)
The RED: fiery passion ❤️🔥
I think at times it’s age related or just the personality. As I said earlier my kitchen was red and cream combo(when i was 26) but now at 47 I don’t think so I like that kind of pops. As you mentioned, our house too at this stage is a mix of white, blue and little bit of blush pinks around.
You have a wonderful week ahead. See you soon again 🥰🤗
Thanks so much for watching! Have a great week. 😊😊🐾🐾🐶🐶
Also a local here in Vegas! Love watching your videos and your dogs are so cute ☺️
Awesome! Thank you!🐶🐶
Ngl, I came for the interior design talk but I stayed for the dogs.
We love having you with us!
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Personally, I see waterfall countertops as an ostentatious show of wealth. If someone added them because they wanted more of the color to balance other features in their kitchen, they could probably find a way to do it without more marble, quartzite, or another expensive slab of granite.
I don’t think that comment is quite fair. Some people just like waterfall countertops like me, and I’m not trying nor do I have to do anything to impress anyone. We design what we like in our home, and not for adulation. That should be the premise regardless of the features added. For those who like it, there is no shame or problem having them.
I am drawn to traditional looks. However, we are renovating a beach condo and I’m choosing the waterfall edge on our island. I also plan on doing an electric fireplace in the family room but want to do a square fireplace box with a hearth. Something different than a rectangular fire box. I also plan to do a waterfall edge on the fireplace surround. I’ve been struggling with color drenching - or not. Thank you! Red isn’t my favorite. I choose blue primarily and don’t use red during the holidays any longer. Blue, silver, cream, gold with lots of glass decor. Thanks so much!
Thanks for sharing!
I would (and have) used red in the dining room and kitchen and really liked it, but I would never use it in a bedroom or office workspace because of the energy and distraction factor.
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The waterfall edge on the cabinets looks nice, but it's not something I would choose. As for red....I have a love/hate relationship with the color. It's a very difficult color to work with because there are SO many hues of red. Tying it into a room can be impossible, as many shades of red are not compatible. I especially hate orangish red. I hate orange in general, and the only time it's in my house is when I decorate for fall. I use it with dusty greens, wine/burgundy, creams, muted yellows, rich browns, etc. I do have some red in my house, but very sparsely, mostly in art prints and some art glass. It's just too aggressive a color for me. The exception obviously is Christmas. It's traditional and not so in my face with all the greens, metals, etc. If I have my druthers, I will always look for a richer cranberry or burgundy red.
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I prefer to visit ppl with color drench… then come home to my Greek Villa walls with white trim throughout ! I guess I’m boring 🫤
We just did a bath in Greek Villa and love it with our marble floor.
@@CarrieV9 it’s the BEST! Everyone that comes here, asks what it is!
We just did our house in Greek Villa..loving it..
It’s a great color. I picked it out about 5 years ago, and now I see it everywhere lol
I don't like the look of waterfall countertops. I think that may be because I like the look of wood.
The built-in tv to match fireplace dimensions is iffy to me. As time goes on, we tend to get bigger tvs, and now you’re trapped to a certain size. I love the look but not the lack of flexibility.
Love your examples & explanation of color drenching. Beautiful & dramatic design concept when done by a talented person, such as you. // Have enjoyed the look of linear fireplaces in modern boutique hotels, but agree just not my taste in most homes. Great tips to make them work though. // I do like pops of red, but as you said, when done right in the right space. Thanks for your always highly informative & enjoyable content (especially enjoy your vast knowledge / professional expertise). ⭐️🌸
Thank you so much!
Watching from my garden! 👋 everyone!🎉🇲🇽💫
Edit to ask a question: What's the psichology in a navy blue a white quartz kitchen?
Thanks!
Psychology. I’m not sure what you mean. It’s a take on a style. Perhaps, it’s just what someone likes or finds tasteful. There doesn’t have to a psychological reason as design is an art with many variations that appeal to people in different ways or not.
I really want to try the color drenching. I love the look. I don’t like the long skinny fireplaces in my own space, I don’t like red except for Christmas, waterfall counters are just not my jam, black windows are pretty, but I am fine with my cream. Oh Puppies!!
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Stunning as always 🎉
Thanks so much!😊🐶🐶
I think many people have white vinyl windows. In that case, people need to consider that. All the photos showing color drenching have paintable windows. It kind of loses the effect when you try color drenching a dark color with bright white windows. Trust me, I did it.
Yes I agree and never advocated one do that. I think I even mentioned that scenario in the the video itself.
The linear fireplace catalogue pictures never show where the accoutrements of fire making are kept. E.g tools and the wood box. Perhaps they are all faux gas fires , in which case- why bother?
Other than truly vintage mid century modern linear fireplaces which are quite rare to find or see, I’ve never encountered a linear fireplace that wasn’t gas or electric. They are used mainly for mood and visual aesthetic for those who like them.
Waterfall countertop. Yes, it looks great, over saturated! When everybody and their brother is doing it its boring. I believe it will time stamp the remodel just like every other trend. Custom home is just that. Custom. Not what everyone is doing...
I know what custom homes are very well and like it or not many of them have waterfall. It’s a legitimate choice especially in high end kitchens in homes whether custom or not. However, I advocate a person having whatever makes them happy in their home, waterfall or no waterfall.
Oops, I mean red tone on tone wallpaper
1. Maybe-to color drenching but probably not
2. No-to black window frames but yes to black lanai screens
3. NO-to waterfall countertop edges…to me it looks weird/cheap and is more expensive
4. Linear fireplaces-I could take them or leave them ..too contemporary for my style (btw I am a total novice) and I already have 2 regular ones
5. Red is my least favorite color but a little bit in the home is okay. There-my feedback!
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First I love the dogs. Dogs belong in any house lol. I would need a much larger home for any of these ideas. The skinny fireplace I like the least... I mean why have one if you need glasses to see it. I would love back trim, but not in my house as it is dark and so small. Love red accents.
Thanks so much! They are wonderful boys. 🐶🐶
I made it! ❤
Yay! Thanks much. I truly appreciate it.
I don’t like the waterfall edge. I don’t like the look of it and I sure a heck don’t like the cost of it. it looks very heavy. In the right space, a very large space, it might be OK.
Hey Garrett! Love your channel... (I'm logged in under our biz account, so ignore that lol). I've been following a lady named Anna Reid, bc I like her commentary on clothing styles, and today she posted a "update of her living room" in which I immediatly I thought of you. Maybe you can possibly collab and help her out?
Thanks so much, but at this point in our journey I need to collaborate with other content creators to help us grow. Getting helped out is not very easy especially in the design space.
In during the first hour!!
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Mixed feelings on waterfall edge. Use to like it but now meh