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THIS OR THAT: THE BENCHMARK ON ENTRYWAY SEATING!

May 17, 2012
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White Gustav style bench in a white foyer with a blue, white and black striped rug

Which of these three foyers do you like best?  They all have something in common…traditional Louis XVI or Gustav style benches, white walls, art.

Wish I had a foyer large enough for seating of some sort. I think even a chair would do!

So do you like any of these or would you prefer your foyer bench free? That’s the question in today’s THIS OR THAT!

Foyer with Louis XVI bench, staircase, area rug and dark wood floor
Foyer with dark wood Louis XVI bench with white cushions, dark wood floor and staircase

So which do you prefer…1, 2 or 3? Or do you not like any? Be honest…do tell! I’m leaning towards 2 but like the brightness of 1.

Happy Thursday!

xo
Coco

P.S. Sorry didn’t post yesterday! Running around like a chicken with no head …work is super busy…plus making all of these changes at my house before best of friend AM and her hubby JE and their kids come visit in 2 weeks. The not exciting thing is that none of the changes are fun design and decorating changes…they are more functional…like tearing down the fence on the side of my house and building a new one, constructing a new front gate, fixing the side deck, covering the side patio, sanding the main deck, drywalling the skylight in my bedroom and fixing a portion of the wood floors in my house and new outdoor lighting…oh did I mention, I’m sending out one of my sofas to be reupholstered? Things I notice everyday that are driving me CRAZY and would totally bug me if guests were here and saw these things…I’m sure they won’t even notice the difference…but I will. So my house is a construction zone right now. Yay and oh dear at the same time!

P.P.S. In the middle of all of this, COCOCOZY is moving into a new office space, so all of that has to be arranged (yes, I took the Beverly Hills office in the shabby building but with lots of light…it is so central and near my day job so I can pop by after or before work…so I chose location. I did inquire about office space in downtown Los Angeles and it was about 1/3 of the price only problem is that I would never ever be able to get to the office because downtown is so far from my house and from where I am during the day that it would have made no sense. We move in on Sunday. Wood floors have gone in, fluorescent lights removed and paint has been refreshed. CM is helping with all of the moving thank goodness.

P.P.P.S. Prepping for my friend AZ’s wedding in Puerto Vallarta too…did I mention that? Don’t know what I will wear? Resort, casual, beach appropriate attire is in need. Can’t wait.

P.P.P.P.S. How do you typically prep when guests are coming to stay at your house? Do you do construction or do you just add a flower here and there? Do tell any stories about getting ready for house guests!

Photos: Stadshem; Bella Casa Design; Joe Schmelzer,Treasure Bite Studios

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14 responses to “THIS OR THAT: THE BENCHMARK ON ENTRYWAY SEATING!”

  1. Michelle says:
    May 17, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    I adore the third — but I think it’s more for the dark floors than anything else — gorgeous!!

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  2. Anonymous says:
    May 17, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Three or two. One will likely not wear as well through time.

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  3. Vivian Munroe says:
    May 17, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    I would choose number 1, it’s so clean and bright, it feels like peace and angels! It reminded me of a white chair by BRABBU called NANOOK. Have a look: http://www.brabbu.com/upholstery/nanook.html
    Brabbu will be presenting their pieces at ICFF this week, booth 1148, do visit if you can!

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  4. ID by Gwen says:
    May 17, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    A bench in an entryway is my #1 choice of all! Very inviting. I can change accent pillows with the season. Love it! I like photo #1. It is airy and crisp although I would have chosen a larger rug with geometric design.
    My house guests usually come from France so they stay a LOOONG time! All kind of construction plans start fusing…in my head! It all ends with flowers on the bedside table! Next time I will hire you!

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  5. GruVe Interiors Design Muse says:
    May 17, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    I like each one. From a Design point of view they each represent a clear representation of the syle.
    As far as house guests, It depends on who…..I ALWAYS want to have my house looking its best, so any clutter & unfinished items usually get the motivation to be dealt with! Always – Fresh flowers, fresh sheets and fresh air in the guest bedroom – at the least. And oh yea, their favorite wine or Champagne. Well, my friends joke to be greeted at the door with it!

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  6. coby kutcher says:
    May 17, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    I love the shape of #2 and am thinking of the glorious things you could do with those bolsters and some great fabric.

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  7. Anonymous says:
    May 17, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    I’d pick number three as my favorite!

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  8. Fletcher- High Cotton Style says:
    May 17, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    I like #2 and #3 but leaning more towards 2! Busy Busy Busy girl!

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  9. Inner-Outer Beauty says:
    May 17, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    Nr 2 or 3, leaning towards 3 the most. No 1 is ok but to much country style for my taste…But a bench in the foyer is great! Love from Sweden

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  10. mom22 says:
    May 17, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Love them all but I’ll take number two..

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  11. Karena says:
    May 17, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    Coco I adore #3 because of the gorgeous contrast of the dark wood floors and cane back settee with the whites!

    2012 Artist Series Featuring the Gifted Decorative Painter Theresa Cheek

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    Art by Karena

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  12. Jo @ Let's Face the Music says:
    May 18, 2012 at 7:36 AM

    Love #1, so many possibilities with it. I might not go for the white floor, however, due to foyer foot traffic. Jo @ Let’s Face the Music

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  13. Alyssa Queen says:
    May 18, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    3!

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  14. LiveLaughDecorate says:
    May 21, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Okay serious when do you sleep?….LOL Or did you finally find a clone machine on Ebay? Can wait to see pics of the new office

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