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LAID OUT IN luxury

Interior designer, Holly Volpe, teams up with luxury bedding brand Eastern Accents to makeover your bedroom

By Jennifer DeCillis

Your bedroom should be a place of relaxation, comfort, and solace. The haven for the essential ritual of rest, the bedroom is a sanctuary, and that begins with its design. Designing the different rooms in your home can be a fun way to reinvent your space and breathe life into its otherwise timeworn aesthetic, especially following the past few months of being confined inside.

Interior designer, Holly Volpe of Holly Volpe Interior Design, decided to put her expertise to the test and mentor a group of BELLA readers in redesigning their own bedrooms. As Holly says, “a great night’s sleep starts with a well-made bed.”

The Laid Out In Luxury Bedroom Design Challenge commenced in the early fall of 2020 and spanned eight weeks, encouraging first-time, would-be designers to revamp their spaces utilizing Holly’s blueprint, advice, and weekly guidance. The participants, all amassed into a community Facebook group, shared their progress and encouraged one another, alongside Holly, who checked in weekly with live updates and answers to pertinent questions.

Aside from design expert advice and a feature in BELLA Magazine, the final winner(s) of the Laid Out In Luxury Challenge were also gifted luxury bedding from Eastern Accents. These lavish bedding sets are not only beautiful (beaucoup bucks worth of beautiful!), they are also highquality, customizable, and available in virtually any color or pattern to perfectly accent your aesthetic with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

In the spirit of giving, and as an added bonus in participating in our first ever interior design challenge, Holly even decided to gift two winners with their choice in Eastern Accents bedding sets. All of the participants worked diligently in designing their spaces, sharing ideas, and investing in this project—but two women were truly dedicated to mastering the art of interior design.

One of the winners, Danielle Woolley, says of her experience, “our bedroom is our favorite room in the house and I always thought it was missing something but couldn’t quite figure out what. Through this challenge, I discovered we didn’t need to add much, and actually wound up removing some things and making some minor changes to make us love the room even more and feel more relaxed when it is time to go to bed. I loved the feedback, inspiration, and guidance of the group and the way everything was broken down into small weekly challenges. The weeks flew by! I am using what I learned and taking the inspiration into other rooms in my house, so thank you!”

Fellow challenge winner, Nicole Abbott-Peretz, shared that the Laid Out in Luxury Challenge was incredibly motivating and fun. “It was great to have a timeline for the redesign process, and Holly provided many great design suggestions for the room. I especially enjoyed seeing what others were doing with their spaces!”

The Eastern Accents bedding sets that Danielle and Nicole chose, along with many other Eastern Accents pieces and sets, can be found in Holly’s very own boutique, The Shop. The Shop by Holly is a destination boutique for home decor, accessories, gifts and more. The Shop features a vibrant hub of color, pattern, and texture, so you can explore the possibilities of interior design and bring your vision to life.

Holly is diligent about keeping selections and products fresh, new, and well styled. She hand-selects and creates all displays of furniture and décor, filling the store with vignettes in every nook and cranny. To see all of her one-of-a-kind items and interior design inspiration, visit TheShopByHolly.com. And to stay up to date on all things home décor and for interior design tips and alerts about the next bedroom design challenge, join the Facebook group, Laid Out In Luxury. Danielle Woolley Nicole Abbott-Peretz

Where the city stops and an urban resort begins LA PEER HOTEL

is West Hollywood’s HIDDEN GEM

By Jennifer DeCillis

Anchored between the famed streets of Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue, La Peer Hotel is located in West Hollywood’s coveted Design District. The design-forward hotel evokes a cool style that is quintessential California and reflects the neighborhood’s incomparable harmony of art, architecture, and fashion.

From the street, the building’s elegant clean lines and tile-clad façade reflect the classic Art Deco design of Southern California. Inside, Los Angeles-based designer Gulla Jonsdottier did not overlook any details, designing the hotel’s reception desk and the threedimensional map of Los Angeles on the wall behind it. The Living Room features leather tiles on its curvaceous ceilings and a custom chandelier, which casts a warm glow. The overall feeling is custom tailored to feel like a chic retreat in the heart of West Hollywood.

Facilities and amenities

Disconnect in this inviting urban oasis, delivering the perfect dose of relaxation and a place to reconnect with those who matter. Allow the La Peer team to introduce you to what cosmopolitan leisure feels like in Southern California. Experience the simple joys with a curated list of amenities available throughout your stay.

Poolside

Enjoy equal moments of tranquility balanced with bursts of energy to stimulate the body, mind, and soul, while the courtyard bar serves delectable snacks and refreshing libations throughout the day.

Fitness and wellness

Experience the sleek, poolside fitness center with 24-hour access. La Peer takes wellness seriously, so each guest room comes equipped with an in-room yoga kit: a perfect way to start your day. Their wellness programs extend with a local approach and guests have access to the highest levels of programs, from the celebrated fitness facility known as “Dogpound,” to rooftop yoga, on-site stretch, and massage therapists.

Divine dishes

Viale dei Romani features dishes that are classic Southern Italian creations with equal parts small plates, salads, pasta, seafood, pizza and grilled meats. While featuring lush interiors, Viale offers unparalleled outdoor al fresco dining with patio and poolside venues.

A pop-up bazaar

Amidst the pandemic, La Peer has been dedicated to opening its doors to inspiring West Hollywood businesses as a friendly refuge and safe escape. In addition to the already available amenities, their collaborations keep La Peer energized as an experiential wonderland for guests, while ensuring that the creative spirit of the neighborhood remains vibrant and strong.

Olivetta on holiday

Amongst La Peer’s very own Viale, LA’s hottest new restaurant, Olivetta, has roared back to life at the hotel’s poolside patio and rooftop lounge with an exciting “Guest Chef” residency by Michael Fiorelli, who showcases signature pastas, pizzas, seafood, and much more!

GBK Brand Bar

Built upon two decades of GBK’s renowned award show celebrity gifting lounges, the Brand Bar offers a true one-of-a-kind retail experience, in which locals and hotel guests can discover bespoke and artisanal brands focused on fashion, jewelry, cosmetics, hair care, pets, health and wellness, and gourmet snacks and drinks.

Art gallery and lessons with the artist

Explore James Peter Henry’s art gallery, which presents art, china, apparel, and commissioned projects. Experience the spirit of the design district for yourself with a personal lesson from the artist himself.

Saved by the barber

Cut, dress, groom, and style without ever leaving the hotel. You can now indulge in pampering with La Peer’s in-house resident barber, Zach Tupaz.

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