In the BOH series What I Love, we’re asking designers to build us a mood board of what’s inspiring them right now.
Jessica Shaw likes textiles that inspire curiosity. The New York–based director of interiors at The Turett Collaborative gravitates toward sophisticated pieces in unexpected materials and compositions that strike a balance between innovative and trend transcendent. “Duality drives my creative process,” she tells Business of Home.
Contrast reigns supreme in her current flat lay, which features an array of two-tone graphic motifs and color combinations. “The groundwork of this palette is neutral by choice,” says Shaw. “The variety of black-and-white [designs] creates a sort of yin-yang effect—dichotomies keep things interesting.”
The final scheme is equal parts cozy and cutting-edge, showcasing a symphony of inventive items—including metallic mesh fabrics and high-tech leather weaves—that feel livable yet sexy. “Creating beautiful tension between materials is the hallmark of a sophisticated interior,” she says.
Here, the designer breaks down the details, from fluted terrazzo tile to mixed-metal finishes.
1. INAYA INDIUM PRINTED LINEN BY BLACK EDITION
“I love the watercolor moodiness of this linen. It makes for stylish breezy drapery or a sumptuous custom duvet cover.”
2. VENETIAN PLASTER WALLCOVERING IN MARBLE DUST BY PHILLIP JEFFRIES
“Venetian plaster brings an added dimension and texture to walls that is luminous, smooth and always in style. This wallcovering makes the timeless look more accessible.”
3. ZEN LIGHT FABRIC IN PERLA BY DEDAR
“Zen Light from Dedar is one of my go-tos. It has the most gorgeous effect as a ripple-fold drapery, creating a veil between the inside and outside that is both modern and elegant.”
4. KOTAKOT LEATHER WEAVE IN WHITE BY DEDAR
“I’m really interested in organic and natural materials intersecting with high technology, and this fabric ticks that box.”
5. AMERICAN ELMWOOD WALL PANELS BY WEST | WOOD
“The beauty of natural wood is important to the projects we do. American elm has a unique character to its grain that sets it apart from others.”
6. CORIAN SOLID SURFACE IN GLACIER WHITE BY CORIAN DESIGN
“Enduring, versatile, clean and modern—there are too many ways to count the benefits of Corian surfaces, both architecturally and decoratively.”
7. IMPERIAL DANBY HONED MARBLE BY STONE SOURCE
“I love a locally sourced stone—this one is from Vermont—that can be used in wet and dry locations.”
8. CATCH A GLANCE FABRIC IN CA1675/099 BY CARLUCCI AT JAB ANSTOETZ
“This fabric has both glam and tribal elements, as well as hand-made and machine-made attributes—it’s the yin-yang of upholstery!”
9. SEQUENCE FABRIC IN 0001 BY SAHCO AT KVADRAT
“This fabric works wonders on a large sofa, and provides a bridge between light and dark room palettes. There is a modernity to this weave and mix of the black and white that I love, and the nubby texture has more strength and durability than a traditional boucle.”
10. TERRAZZO RENATA FLUTED FIELD TILE IN GRIGIO CARNICO BY ANN SACKS
“This fluted tile appeals to my love of hard-soft dichotomies, which is a foundational theme for many of the palettes I develop for my clients.”
11. ARAMIS FABRIC IN PERLE BY DEDAR
“This metallic mesh fabric has organic vibes.”
12. ASTROGRAFIA FABRIC BY DEDAR
“This fabric is a textural dream.”
13. EMBER FABRIC IN NOIR BY KIRKBY DESIGN
“At a time when boucle is surging in popularity, this fabric is constructed like kryptonite and stands out with its two-tone speckle.”
14. FINISH SAMPLES IN ARCHITECTURAL BRONZE, UNLACQUERED BRASS AND MATTE NICKEL BY WATERWORKS
“Mixing finishes in the same project is so exciting.”
15. ATELIER NO. 021 WIDE-PLANK OAK FLOORING BY MADERA
“This flooring is pure natural beauty—so tranquil, tactile and enduring.”
16. CARMEN FABRIC IN GUADALUPE BY ADARA LIMITED
“This black sisal is the perfect solution for a high-traffic entry stair; it’s so chic and modern.”
17. LOOKER FAUX LEATHER FABRIC IN BRONZE BY KRAVET
“A little stress-free bling—this stain-resistant, super durable vinyl gives me peace of mind that it will stand the test of time and wear.”
18. ABSOLUTE LEATHER IN ROWBOAT BY MOORE & GILES
“Set in the context of modern weaves and organic textures, this leather sings.”
19. KOTAKOT LEATHER WEAVE IN BLACK BY DEDAR
“This leather weave evokes hand-made traditions, yet is unquestionably modern.”
20. EDOLO FABRIC IN 540 BY 4SPACES
“A variation of the Zen Light fabric, this drapery is denser and therefore has a different character, as well as expanding on my color choices.”
