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DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT - Coco Tully - Cote Interiors

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT - Coco Tully - Cote Interiors
We seriously LOVE the Interior Designers we work with and we want to shout their skills from the rooftops.
DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT is where we showcase
their incredible talents a little further.

This month we shine the spotlight on Coco Tully from Cote

What’s your favorite room to design and why?

Kitchens! They tap into both sides of my brain - puzzling together a logical layout mixed with so many materials to get creative with - it’s heaven! I also love cooking (I went to culinary school!) and entertaining, so kitchens will always have a soft spot in my heart. 

What's your favorite design trend at the moment?

I’m loving the use of natural materials and textures at the moment! It’s a hallmark of the coastal style we tend towards at Cote and something I’m seeing more and more in different aesthetics. I adore natural stone, textural timber and organic pigments - nothing quite compares to the works of art created by nature herself. 

One piece of advice for aspiring designers?

Find your people and keep them close! I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for the amazing designers, mentors, and friends I’ve met along my interior design journey. I’m all about sharing knowledge, collaboration over competition, and celebrating each other as much as possible. This mentality has found me studios to work in, new projects, and some of my very best friends! 

What's your process for selecting hardware and fixtures for a project?

I like to think of the hardware and fixtures as the jewelry on our designs - they complete and elevate the outfit. 

While of course I consider the aesthetics - are we going more contemporary or more classic, more streamlined or more maximalist, etc - I also take into account the functionality. For example, it is important that we have an easy to grip handle on heavy drawers that are used often while a simple, small knob will suffice on a vanity cabinet. 

And I always look for excellent quality materials to stand the test of time, solid brass being my go to! 



What is your favourite place to find design inspiration?

Travel! As cliche as it may sound, I am incredibly inspired by visiting new places, staying in beautiful resorts, immersing myself in various cultures, and experiencing impeccable service. I live and breathe the holiday lifestyle - from growing up on an island in the Caribbean to living and traveling around the globe. I find whenever I getaway I come back with renewed creativity, fresh ideas, and ways to make the design experience even better for my clients! 

Can you share a design tip or trick that you swear by?

I’m a big fan of wallpaper and I’ve been known to put it inside every bar I design! It is such a fun and playful surprise when you open up the door to pour your guests a cocktail!



What's your favourite Hepburn Hardware product? 

The Henley T-bar in Acid Washed Brass is just perfection in my eyes! 

 



 Minimalist or maximalist? 

Maximalist but always curated and considered. 



Thank you, we hope you enjoyed this Designer Spotlight.

XOXO
Alison & The HH Team
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