Fresh off her viral project, Kendall Jenner’s self-appointed “grandma chic” mountain home, AD100 designer Heidi Caillier is here to bring her expertly curated interiors to the masses. In her new collaboration with Lulu and Georgia, launched today, the San Francisco—based talent has lent her vintage-loving hand to a line of furniture, lighting, soft goods, and wallpapers. As someone who loves color and pattern almost as much as I fear committing to it, Caillier’s work is my Brooklyn apartment’s North Star. She is a master at making a home feel lived in and never too precious, blending various design styles into something that feels personal and specific to each client. As a humble market editor, Caillier is well out of my price range, but now I can get a piece of her vibe without the consultation. For this collection that has been years in the making, she set out to create pieces you’d rarely find new. “I hope it encourages people to use things in a way that feels fresh and interesting, not matchy. It is meant to be a bit eclectic and feel collected, not like you went and bought everything from one place,” Caillier says in the press release for the debut.
Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
Bronzed sconces, square-arm sofas with pleated skirts, and flared leg tables bring a sophisticated sense of whimsy to Caillier’s signature layered style. It’s a fresh take on vintage finds without the need to haggle and scour piles of hidden gems piled in a field. But there’s no need to overhaul your space to incorporate a bit of Caillier’s flair. “I think one of the strengths of this collection is that you can mix pieces into existing rooms. It references different design styles and eras,” she says. “A tenet of my design philosophy is that we use pieces like this to create layers and make it feel like a room has been there forever.” There are clean lines for the modernist chintzy florals for the grandma-core enthusiast, and there’s high-gloss earthenware for an artisanal touch. I’m highlighting my 10 favorite pieces from the collection below; may your wallets forgive you.
The Roma accent chair is all 1950s boho energy with its high wingback and rattan construction. This piece looks like it belongs on a European retiree’s patio, accompanied by a fresh cup of tea and a mystery novel, and I say that complementarily and aspirationally. The floral is just chintz enough, and the overstuffed cushions (and their ties) give a more laid-back air to a traditionally stiff shape.
Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
Francis Floor Lamp by Heidi Caillier
In the best sense, this lamp looks like a Beauty and the Beast character. The flared tripod base, elongated neck, and the wide linen shade are exaggerated rather than perfectly proportional; it’s a statement piece for the minimalist. This is not the floor lamp you tuck behind a sofa; you give the Francis room to breathe, to showcase itself against the rest of your decor.
Marella Sofa by Heidi Caillier
I’m a sucker for a skirted sofa, especially one that utilizes pleats and gathers for a bit of depth and movement against solid upholstery. Caillier’s Marella sofa takes the traditional boxy silhouette and accentuates the juxtaposition between the straight lines and ruffled edge. For those who like to stretch out, the shape is available in a sectional as well.
I firmly believe that you can never have too many cloth napkins (a kitchen essential that my partner wishes I would stop buying). Caillier’s Baker napkins, with their wide burgundy gingham, elevate a summer picnic just as well as they would a holiday dinner. The print and colorway are not limited to a season or climate. Pair these with the Golden Linen tablecloth for some expert-approved pattern clashing.
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Baker Napkins (Set of 4) by Heidi Caillier
Piedmont Full Length Mirror by Heidi Caillier
Full-length mirrors are typically utilitarian pieces. They must show your entire figure without distortion and be secure whether hung on the wall or propped up on the floor. The Piedmont defies the odds with a form you’ll stare at more than your own reflection.
Kemble Woven Handled Basket by Heidi Caillier
Every room needs a woven basket. Whether to house throw blankets, dog toys, craft supplies, stuffed animals—you name it—it will look chicer when thrown into a rattan vessel. The tall-handled basket is ideal for portable storage, but it’s the perfect size to keep beside a sofa or under a console table for daily use items that need a home.
Isabelle Dining Chair by Heidi Caillier
Slightly Scandi yet also Americana, the Isabelle dining chair is versatile with its detailed back and woven seat. I picture this seated around the Crew dining table (they share the same elegantly flared legs) with plenty of earthenware and vintage chinoiserie dinnerware. This chair is supportive and firm while still allowing for a bit of casualness when the second glass of wine hits after the entree.
Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
Drisco Nightstand by Heidi Caillier
The Drisco is the kind of piece you’d dream of finding in an antiques market. Its rounded ball feet and oversized hardware give it a contemporary appeal, while the rich oak construction ensures it’ll be timeless enough to eventually be a coveted family heirloom.
Garda Sconce by Heidi Caillier
If the beautiful ironwork pieces from Cox London and vintage filigree got together, this sconce would be their love child. Gilded leaves and florals surround an open bulb, and the antique bronze gives character to even the most builder-grade of new builds.
I’d be remiss to talk about Caillier and not mention wallpaper. Each of her projects is expertly drenched in pattern, especially the walls (and Jenner’s space is no exception). The Fillmore is the only non-floral in this collection, as well as the only paperweave. There’s a subtle texture to this wallpaper, accentuated by the check within a check. When used in a large space, it offers structure and direction without overwhelming the eye, but I imagine it would create a perfectly intimate powder room, like the bathroom at your favorite swanky bar.
