Las Vegas Interior Design – Lighting

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Laura Bielecki

Vintage Las Vegas Sign

Vegas is a lot of things to a lot of different people…. parties, drinking, gambling, nightlife, shows and on and on and on…. To Interior Designers Vegas is ceilings and lighting (on top of everything else of course…)

Aria Hotel main floor corridor lighting photo: Laura Bielecki

These black linear fixtures are stunning. I love the form and the matte black finish of these custom ceiling elements.

Unknown restaurant - Las Vegas photo: Laura Bielecki

My last trip to sin city was in November 2010 and it consisted of 3 solid days of walking the strip with my camera in hand pointed up at the ceiling. I explored every Las Vegas Hotel, Las Vegas Restaurant, Las Vegas Bar, Las Vegas Buffet and Las Vegas wedding chapel I could step foot in to get the best insiders look at the details and concepts that have been realized. Like walking into a candy box of Interior Design excellence most of the spaces are filled with my favorite furniture, fixtures and finishes…. I could point out who manufactured each wall covering or fabric or who’s furniture or lighting pieces were used. All of the luxury items thrown together like a true sample board come to life. The theatrical nature of each space was typically well considered and thought out… no walls were left bare and no detail spared. I guess this is what it looks like when a project isn’t ”value engineered”… That being said however there are plenty of design catastrophe’s in Las Vegas Nevada… overly reflective spaces far past out of date, worn down furniture and beaten up “used” hotel rooms. I had to turn a blind eye so as to only focus on the real design that I was their to catch first hand.

Mandarin Oriental sky lobby designed by Tihany Design photo:Laura Bielecki

In love with ALL Mandarin Oriental Hotels… what a fabulous chain for design excellence!

: Bocci 14 pendant in the Twist Restaurant Mandarin Oriental by Tihany Design photo: Laura Bielecki

I was very impressed by the overall design of the Mandarin Oriental. The use of materials was phenomenal and the custom lighting was very well crafted. I was a little disappointed however that i was only given a tour of the sky lobby, lounge, twist restaurant and spa. I really wish I could have taken a peak into the suites… hopefully they will allow me next time.

light and water feature detail at the entry to the Sensi restaurant in the Bellagio photo: Laura Bielecki

Great eye catching signage into the Sensi restaurant at the Bellagio. I was impressed with the smaller details like a lit sign behind the water feature which makes the logo stand out far more than stainless steel lettering.

Caesars Palace Lobby photo: Laura Bielecki

Caesars Palace Hotel… while over done was incredibly well detailed with ever element considered. The space is magnificent to stand in and the lighting designer deserves a bonus for setting the right mood to the interiors.

Custom venetian chandelier photo: Laura Bielecki

Casino unkown: Custom blue drum shade photo: Laura Bielecki

Plate and cutlery ceiling detail Restaurant unkown photo: Laura Bielecki

Now this totally blows my mind. Why even use a chandelier if you can draw peoples attention to the ceiling with a beautifully ornate ceiling crafted in plates and flatware?! Unfortunately I do not recall the name of the restaurant since I was all over the place over the 3 days. if I figure it out I will definitely repost.

Floor to Ceiling chandeliers casino unkown photo: Laura Bielecki

ornate restaurant and night club interior

Chic interior of a Las Vegas Night club photo: Laura Bielecki

Custom jellyfish chandelier photo: Laura Bielecki

Zia Priven style Las Vegas custom lighting photo: Laura Bielecki

Wynn Hotel Las Vegas oriental lamps photo: Laura Bielecki

Wynn Las Vegas oriental paper lanterns

The Wynn had my favorite light fixtures of all time. These theatrical and fun oriental lamps were such a surprise to see and fit perfectly over the grand staircase overlooking the water.

RED Interior Design

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Laura Bielecki

Faena Hotel Argentina by Philippe Starck

Happy Valentines’s Day to all my blog readers, I love you all! I hope you all have a romantic and love inspired day. Whether it consists of a romantic dinner for two, a trip to an exotic location, a massage or even just a love note from a friend or client this day is sure to be red, pink, white and gushy!

Here are some great Red color schemes and red interiors to inspire your day. Stop and think… what makes a space romantic? what makes a space luxurious? what makes a space an exciting getaway? what sights, smells, textures, lighting and moods are necessary for a valentines surprise? It can be hard to introduce the color red to a color scheme without overtaking the interior, but if you add it as bold pops in luxurious materials with a white backdrop you are sure to have a winner! The shade of red you choose will also impact the mood you achieve. orange reds appeal more to men and blue reds appeal more to women- is that why Valentines items tend to be more blue-red focused?

Romantic Red Forest

Red and White bedroom from Elle Decor

This room is so beautiful! I think it is another Philippe Starck creation but I don’t remember! It has plenty of old world charm but all done in a new way. The freshness of the white bedding, headboard and walls make the picture frame collage on the wall and the red blanket really stand out and add character to the cleanliness of the bedroom. This is a very feminine but sweet space that I could see a teenage girl, woman or even grandmother loving to spend her time in and store her pearls.

All you need is LOVE!

Nothing like beautiful black and white photography with pops of red!

Red and White bathroom

This red and white color scheme is excellently executed. Not only am I in love with the Red wall paneling and its proportion but the white and red mosaic tiles are the perfect way to ground the space and give it some refined pattern. This space also would not have been as well executed without the natural daylight to brighten up the deepness of the red.

LOVE red

I dont know why I love it so much but the NYC LOVE sculpture is incredible. I have a picture of me standing in it somewhere in my files… I will have to post it as soon as I find it! The Holly Hunt chair to the right of the LOVE is one of my all time fav pieces from the collection the color shape and materials are all so beautiful for both residential and hospitality spaces.

Faeno Hotel Argentina Spa by Philippe Starck

The Faena Hotel in Argentina by Philippe Starck is stunning and looks like it was created just for Valentine’s day. I love at all that beautiful white marble, mirror details and red accents. Very feminine and luxurious.

Valentines in Valentino Red

You cannot even begin to think about Valentine’s day without a touch of Valentino and his iconic Valentino Red… the perfect touch to a romantic day.

Romantic Bedroom - source unkown

This room has a serene quality to it with beautiful well thought out touches. All the low furniture leaves room for this simple and beautifully executed wall mural.

Baxter Italy red chairs

Faena Hotel Argentina Bedroom by Philippe Starck

Let me know how you spent your day and where your inspiration came from! Do you have any romantic red color scheme spaces that inspire you?

Canadian Interiors Magazine Who’s Who

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Laura Bielecki

Laura Bielecki and other Edmonton Interior Design Industry greats in Canadian Interiors Magazine Jan/Feb 2011 edition

Take a look at the January/February 2011 Canadian Interiors magazine for a couple great shots of some of Edmonton Interior Design industries favorite people! The photos are from the IDA 2010 Christmas Party at TU Gallery in Edmonton- if you remember my article from a little while back. There is a cute little picture of me in there as well with my fellow planners of the event Celeste from Shaw carpet and Laurie from Edgewise design. Any press is good press and Canadian Interiors Magazine is great press…. one step closer to making it in there for a project!

Italian Flower Arrangements and Luxury Lighting

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Laura Bielecki

VG NEWTREND Lighting

I am still head over heels for the stunning artistry of Vincenzo and Marllena of VG NEW TREND. Their products are so refined and sophisticated. Unlike most Italian companies I find these products are very well presented with rich photography and backdrops, and from what I have seen of images of their stores every last detail of presentation has been considered. The VG of VG NEWTREND stands for Vanin Giancarlo Spa, an Italian company with years of experience and discernment in interior decor. The company is well known in national and international markets for the attention it pays to detail. The VG NEWTREND collection includes furnishing, luxury accessories, lighting and objects made of fine metals, resins, glasses, ceramics and exotic woods. VGNEWTRENDS’ aim is to create visually striking environments which incorporate influences and hints of different worlds and cultures.

I would love to see these light fixtures and chandeliers in luxury hotels, retail stores and restaurants… the mood and quality they exude would perfectly showcase a high end brand. I can imagine a hallway with the hanging wall sconces as the only lighting with rich materials and textures. the amoebic forms of these sea creature like floor lamps would be stunning in a lobby or even under a grand staircase.

Art direction for the company has come from Vincenzo Antonuccio and Marllena Calbini who started up the Scuola d’Arte Floreal Laboratorio Idee a school that teaches the art of flower arranging.

Here are some amazing examples of their floral arrangements that I could imagine in high profile spaces, luxury getaways and dramatic weddings. I love the way they present each flower and use the vase or base as a creative element that goes with the flowers rather than being a separate element. The photography of their products is truly gorgeous!

This image is of one of their shops- high end finishing, dramatic lighting and creative displays showing off all of their home decor, floral and illumination objects.

Luxury Interior Design Journal

A World of Luxury by Interior Designer Laura Bielecki B.I.D.

Las Vegas Interior Design – Lighting

RED Interior Design

Canadian Interiors Magazine Who’s Who

Italian Flower Arrangements and Luxury Lighting