Florida Design Magazine Vol. 13, No. 2
Page 3
"ISLAND IN THE SUN"
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After a day of
fishing, owners Don and Erika Wallace
hang their hats on a rack between the kitchen and
foyer. The Asian chest
in the foyer introduces Taylor’s use of antiques
throughout the home.
and charm,
and accessories for whimsy and local flavor. Natural
fibers, such as water hyacinth, sisal and rattan,
forge a link between the indoors and outdoors.
Taking into account the practical requirements of
the Wallaces’ active family, Taylor covered a
sofa with a washable white slipcover. Woven water-hyacinth
chairs flank an antique French table whose top becomes
a game board when turned over. A child-size antique
American rocker snuggles close to the cocktail table,
while a full-size antique rocker completes the arrangement.
Hand-painted, blue-
and-white
wicker stacked boxes add to the room’s lighthearted
feel.
An antique apothecary cabinet backs up to the sofa,
forming a visual division between the living and dining
areas. In the dining area, dark wood chairs with wicker
backs and a vintage
