Out of Martha Stewart's various properties, her Maine estate, Skylands, has been on our radar lately. Stewart has been dutifully documenting the renovations to her expansive, Duncan Candler-designed home on her Instagram page, and the latest reveal is especially striking. The home's entryway has undergone a facelift via the addition of large, Japanese screens, which hang high on the walls above wood paneling.
The ambiance from the natural materials is continued through the space's stone floors, and large plants sitting atop the sleek console, while candled sconces bring an antique feel to the area. 'Two beautiful 18th-century Japanese screens were just hung so artfully on two opposing walls high up in the double-story entry hall,' Stewart states in the post's caption. 'I call it “bringing the outdoors in“ which is a recurring theme in this 1925 gracious home.
' It's a masterclass in decorating with antiques . A post shared by Martha Stewart (@marthastewart48) A photo posted by on According to experts, introducing artwork into a space is one of the best ways to play with existing color palettes, while introducing new shades and shapes into a space. 'Incorporate artwork and accessories that highlight neutral tones but with a maximalist twist,' says designer Nina Lichtenstein .
'Large-scale abstract paintings with splashes of white, taupe, and gray, or an array of ceramics in varying shades of off-white, can create a gallery-like feel.' Stewart's screens feature snow-white tr.