I don’t know about you, but I find accessorizing one of the most challenging parts of the design process. It’s partly because you have to get the right “mix” of accessories. There has to be a balance between textural and smooth, shiny and matte, colorful and neutral, etc. It can also be difficult because you might find the perfect accessory, but the scale is totally off…or maybe it’s the fact that it’s the last step in the process and if you are anything like me, you are a perfectionist and won’t quit until you find those amazing last touches for the space.
But above all, I truly believe that accessories can be so frustrating because of the lack thereof. Of course there are a lot of accessory showrooms in Dallas, but not very many that will let you take things on approval to test out and that is KEY with accessories (buying more than you need, playing around with the arrangement at the residence to get the perfect balance and then being able to return anything that just didn’t work out). This past year I re-discovered IBB Design Group, a 40,000 square foot showroom who lets you take on approval, has up-to-date/ stylish accessories and has a warehouse FULL of them!
And if that’s not enough to convince you, here is proof-
Shay Geyer and her mother, Beth Rafferty are the brains (and beauties) behind the thirty year old showroom. The duo’s knack for creating inspiring commercial and residential interiors, as well as stocking their showroom full of goodies from markets around the world, has kept their clients coming back for more.
{Shay in front of one of her favorite pieces}
Not only do they have accessories galore, but they also stock furniture from tons of different manufacturers such as Baker, Henredon, Lee Industries and Vanguard. The best part? Everything is available for purchase off the floor!
As you can see, they have tons of mirrored pieces. I recently bought two John Richards mirrored etageres from them that are to die for!
Their colorful, patterned vignettes are constantly changing as things move off the floor very quickly (and I have to say this keeps my visits really interesting!) You never know what they will be up to next
They also have great abstract giclees at amazing prices for the size! Most of them are really large and already come framed. You get a lot of bang for your buck with these.
They use really fun patterned fabrics on their pillows and accent pieces….
They sell tons of lighting too…lanterns, drum shade chandeliers, crystal lamps- you name it.
See what I mean about the art?
Did I mention the bedding yet? So luxurious! All you need is a matching silk sleeping eye mask to complete this relaxing scenario.
I’m normally not a huge fan of leather chairs, but I could totally do a pair of these-
Their chairs never lack detail. Whether it’s a back with a contrasting fabric, a shiny set of nailheads or patterned tape trim, you can count on them to give you designer quality furnishings.
This one here is from their own line…isn’t it great? I love the gray fabric mixed with the gold nailheads. Very unexpected yet so chic.
On my last visit, I snuck back to the warehouse to look at even more inventory and came across this turquoise chest with fabulous oversized hardware-
I love these chairs because they are traditional but with a modern funky flare. You’d expect the chairs to be all neutral right, but a patterned ikat back? Only at IBB!
Come visit them! Monday through Saturday- 10-5pm
5798 Genesis Court, Frisco, TX
And the cream Barbara Barry tray was a steal! Wouldn’t these look great on a coffee table or ottoman?
