In the BOH series What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now.
Martyn Lawrence Bullard needs no introduction. The Los Angeles designer’s work has graced countless magazine covers and adorned the homes of A-listers ranging from Cher to Kylie Jenner, RuPaul and Gwen Stefani.
Beloved for his bold, high-contrast interiors, Bullard curated his current mood board with the warm tones of autumn in mind. “Black-and-white has always been a signature of mine, but I currently love to add the warmth of chocolate brown, caramel, golden umber and brass tones into the mix to create a timeless, comfortable and chic environment,” he tells Business of Home.
The final scheme is a maximalist wonderland, brimming with charismatic pieces and glittering touches, including a brass bath tub and a solid marble floor lamp with built-in side table. “My selection for this flat lay is all about pattern, texture, comfort and, as always, glamour!” he says.
Here, Bullard breaks down the details, from a state-of-the-art turntable to a machine-washable rug.
1. MLB TEAK EASY CHAIR IN TEAK NATURAL FINISH AND COPACABANA MIDNIGHT FABRIC BY MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD FOR HARBOUR
“Chic and timeless, this chair is the perfect addition to any garden.”
2. MULL FABRIC IN 03 BY OSBORNE & LITTLE
“Black-and-white is always a winner, and this textured fabric upholsters like a dream.”
3. BEOGRAM 4000C TURNTABLE BY SAINT LAURENT FOR BANG & OLUFSEN
“For the person who has everything, this Saint Laurent collaborative turntable is the hottest accessory of the season.”
4. COLETTA FLOOR LAMP BY SOHO HOME
“Not only superstylish, but also a very decorative yet useful form of lighting that happens to be attached to a very smart little drink table. The perfect addition to a living room.”
5. MANILA HEMP WALLCOVERING IN TRUFFLE BROWN BY PHILLIP JEFFRIES
“I love a good textured paper, and this example from Phillip Jeffries in its beautiful mocha brown tone provides the perfect backdrop to create an immersive room scheme.”
6. ALEXANDER MOSAIC TILE IN BLACK & WHITE BY MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD FOR ANN SACKS
“Terrazzo has always been a favorite material of mine, and these graphic tiles from my Ann Sacks collection are scaled to create a statement in whichever room they are placed.”
7. THE POLISHED BRASS BATEAU BY CATCHPOLE & RYE
“As an Englishman, I love a bath, and this beautiful polished brass tub is not only the most luxurious spot to bathe in—it becomes the jewel and the crown of any bathroom.”
8. OAK BLACK & CAMEL RUG BY MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD FOR RUGGABLE
“This rug from my recent Ruggable collab has an art deco inspiration that is currently very on trend. The colorway is timeless, with the added benefit of being able to be thrown into the washing machine. It’s the perfect rug for high-traffic areas and people with pets—or unruly house guests!”
9. STRIPE SUPER SOFT BLANKET BY THE ELDER STATESMAN
“The Elder Statesman weaves with the most beautiful cashmere, and is now offering a magnificent selection of blankets to complement its fashion collection.”
10. WASABI SCENTED CANDLE BY LOEWE AT NEIMAN MARCUS
“No room is complete without the right fragrance to set the ambience! This Loewe candle not only smells amazing; its yellow ceramic container is a wonderful decorative object in itself.”
11. LARIA FABRIC BY ROSEMARY HALLGARTEN
“Rosemary Hallgarten blends ancient craftsmanship with a luxurious sensibility, and this fabric exemplifies her approach to texture.”
12. SAYAT FABRIC IN 04 BY ZAK+FOX
“This Zak+Fox fabric has a great graphic quality I love, especially as an accessory fabric for pillows or club chairs.”
13. BRONZE PITCH DROP STOOL BY WRINKLE AT GARDE
“This mirror-finished table has just enough of a quirky vibe to add artistic flair to any room it’s placed in.”
14. ANDREAS WINDOWCOVERING IN PARCHMENT BY MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD FOR THE SHADE STORE
“My favorite fabric from my latest collaboration with the Shade Store, Andreas, not only provides beautiful texture at the window, but it also allows a very pretty play on light due to the multiple weaves in its design.”
