I've been saving today's home tour for a little while because there's something about Kori's decorating style that reads so fall to me. From the more muted selections of my work to the use of earth tones and organic textures, it was a very cool experience to see how sheincorporated her GM framed prints into her unique interior decor style. Before I get ahead of myself, though please allow me to give you a bit of backstory. Kori and I were first introduced through a friend over the summer, and aside from telling me all about her e-commerce site, which specializes in curated vintage, I also found out that she's a big collector of my work. Intrigued to learn more on both subjects, it was quickly determined that Kori would be featured as a Home Tour on the blog as well as our continued focus on entrepreneurs.
About a month or so later, I stopped by Kori's house for a visit. Immediately struck by herclassic Tudor style homein the hip neighborhood of Silverlake inLos Angeles, I was excited to step inside to see more as I had a feeling it wasn't going to be the California Contemporary style that's so popular in the city. Upon entering, we're quickly in the living room, and I'm in love with Kori's ability to mix old and new in such a modern way. It's clear that her love for vintage fashion overflows into her approach to interior design.
## THE LIVING ROOM
I mention this observation to her and here's what she had to say...
## Decorating Style...
> Home decor would have to be my second love. When it comes to interior I like a mix of rustic antique design with hints of slick, modern pieces. I like the juxtaposition of new and old. I believe that is how my business developed the way it did, I loved mixing new and vintage pieces together. Like rocking a pair of J Brand jeans with a destroyed 50’s t-shirt. In terms of interior, I love the intense detail and sleek design of the early to mid 1920’s. Decor was so lavish yet, still invoked such simplicity and minimalism.
## Similar to vintage fashion finds, are there items in your house you're especially fond of?
> I love my living room sconces. It was a challenge to find a set of 3 and have them match and be the specific style I was trying to achieve. I was at an old downtown lighting warehouse and found these incredible split iron sconces. They are from the 18th century and were used as candle sconces. I had them custom wired and hung. I am so in love with them.
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> Also, the pair of swedish 1930’s chairs in my living room are so incredible. The patina, the sleek modern but antique feel of them are so breathtaking. I found them at Galerie Half.
## And, what made you chooseAquinnah Kayaker, Martha's Vineyard for this room?
> To be honest, I really loved the color combination and the overall earthy feel to it. It has a fantastic mixture of color and texture.I have been to Martha's Vineyard once before, so it isnice to have a geographical connection to it,but it really was the shot itself that attracted me to it. I love the beach aerials that have a feeling of solitude to them. We don't get that very often at thebeaches of Los Angeles, so I opted to have my peaceful beach moments through the art.
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> My Dawn print is totally different story, though. I grew up in Texas, so was immediately attracted to it for personal reasons. I absolutely love the combination of fashion and the ruggedness of my home state. I adore it!
I always love hearing about people's motivations behind their print selections. I, too, am from Texas, so the Prada Marfa series will always hold a special place. Passing through the dining room, where her Dawn prints helps transistion from the living room, we head into the kitchen.
## THE KITCHEN
.jpg-G8DGJvg)Isn't this the cutest breakfast nook you've ever seen? This was certainly an unexpected sighting as we entered the kitchen, which makes it extra fun! Turns out Kori and I share a love of the Parker Parker Palm Springs. and she gets to enjoy her morning coffee with the Porter I.
Moving towards the back of the house, I asked her to tell me a little more about her curated vintage site, Kori Bero.
## Could you give us an overview about what your business is all about?
> P+L was created for my love of vintage and fashion. The freedom it gives me to express myself. I pride myself on hand selecting each and every piece. I always create a narrative or story to create each collection, like MixMedia. It usually comes from a photograph, an inspirational vintage piece; something triggers the inspiration and I take the journey from there. I let it evolve on it’s own. I heavily research what is trending and fashion forward at the moment and implement those ideas into the process. I also pride on just curating pieces I love whether they are relevant or not. Fashion is freedom. It’s limitless exploration. Each collection speaks a different language and you can always encounter something different and interesting.
## And, what are the challenges you've encountered along the way?
> It’s challenging being the sole proprietor of my business. I touch every aspect of my company, from photography, styling, curating...etc. I obsess wanting my hand in all of it! It is overwhelming at times because of the amount of energy and time each sector of my business needs, but I also love seeing a final launch of a collection or utter enjoyment I feel to see other women enjoying the pieces. It makes all the hard work totally worth it and so rewarding!
I can certainly relate to that sentiment! In fact, I am experiencing it as I walk through Kori's home. Turning the attention back to her decor, I asked...
## What inspired you when it comes to art selction?
> I wanted each room to tell a story. That is the beauty of art, the choice to take someone in another time and space, to question everything. That is exactly the feeling and essence of how your art as well as some of my other piecesmake me feel. We get to experience the world in such a broad and dimensional way, seeing the world in its familiarity, but look more closely and one canquestion everything.
> For example, in the guest bathroom, I loved this print from the Whitsunday Islands release. I think it's so nice to offer someone a beachy escape whenever their staying over. This one in particular just feels so expansive, as if you could step right into it, specifically within this relatively stark room.
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> Whereas, the master bathroom has quite a bit more character, with a clawfoot bathtub and deco tiled floor. I knew I wanted something special, yet a bit subdued when it came to the decor. I first became aware of the Bhutan series, when I came across the blog post about it. I really loved learning about how it was created, especially theEnchantment shot.
> Last but not least, the black and white tree photo is a personal favorite. Being a film photography hobbiest I love a still, simple and to the point photograph. The image is organized and simple but still has so much dominance.
As we headed back down to the living room, I asked Kori about her ensemble and just as her home decor, every piece had a story.
> I am wearing a gorgeous 70s Colorado fur with a sewn in fur collar that was added. I love taking a beloved vintage piece that is close to my heart and my life journey and giving it life again on Kori Bero. I just scored this amazing 70s paisley, silk halter dress! It’s such an incredible piece. Then again, every piece on my site I have had a love affair with at one time or another. I love that vintage is so single, so individualistic. There's only one for you to cherish and wear and express yourself in, their is such magic in that.
Thanks so much Kori! It was such fun talking art, fashion and home decor with you. I hope you all enjoyed touring this highly curated home as much as I did! To learn more about Kori and Parks + Lea, be sure to follow along here as well as check out her site for all of her vintage treasures.
Cheers,
xx
GM