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Jan 12, 2011 | Designs and Designers

Phyllis Morris

Phyllis Morris (1925-1988) was a Los Angeles based designer and manufacturer of luxurious custom furniture, lighting and accessories.  Phyllis Morris Originals was founded in 1953, a time when Mid Century furniture design favored Modern Minimalism.  According to Phyllis Morris, “Minimalism is for those without much to say.”

Phyllis Morris was known for her extravagant designs, such as her throne chairs, unique cabinets and signature canopy beds, all hand crafted in California using the highest quality materials.

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One of Phyllis Morris’ first designs was the Poodle Lamp, which she delivered to clients personally in her pink Cadillac convertible.

Phyllis Morris’ clients include Joan Crawford, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, Howard Hughes, Aristotle Onassis, Barbra Streisand, and Cher, among many others.

 

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Phyllis Morris Originals still creates fabulous furniture, lighting and accessories.  Since 1988, Phyllis Morris Originals has been run by Phyllis’ daughter, Jamie Adler.  Phyllis Morris’ signature style legacy has continued and further expanded.

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Pair of Phyllis Morris Consoles

  

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IN AN ENTRY…

Entry Table via Billionaire

 

IN A LIVING ROOM…

Display Cabinets & Cocktail Table via Avenues

 

Bar, Bar Chairs & Cocktail Table via Avenues

 

IN AN OFFICE…

Desk & Credenza via Billionaire

 

IN A BEDROOM…

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TV: SamsungChair: Palecek, in Peter Fasano fabricLight: Shades from the Midnight SunWallcovering: Schumacher (foyer).

Kitchen

Every appliance is concealed by painted paneling. Counter stools: Artistic FramePendants: Weplight, with Radish Moon fabricBacksplash: Tiles of Ezra.

Breakfast nook

Bowman chose a seafoam green for the spot where the family enjoys casual meals. Wallcovering: Phillip JeffriesChandelier: Julie NeillChairs: Design Within Reach, in Pierre Frey fabricTable: custom.

Dining Room

Bunk Room

Bowman turned a tiny space into a spare bedroom for the children’s friends. Floor tile: Mirth StudioWallcovering: ThibautPaint: Cloud White (trim, bunks) and In Your Eyes (ceiling), Benjamin Moore.

Girl’s Room

The room was decorated so that (optimistically) it will last through her teen years. Paint: Sprout, Sherwin-WilliamsWallcovering: Pacific Designs International (ceiling). Nightstand: Chelsea TextilesSconces: PalecekCurtains: Lisa Fine TextilesBedding: MatoukBed: Coley Home.

Primary Bathroom

Cabana

Painted cement tile by Sabine Hill and Perennials performance fabric can withstand post-pool hangouts. Paint: Marry Me (cabinets), Benjamin MooreWallcovering: Pacific Designs InternationalSofa: vintage.

Patio

Pool House

Shutters painted in Pink Cloud by Benjamin Moore are a subtle departure from the neighboring homes—yet still wholly Floridian.