Mix & Match – Karen Shadrin's Guide to Perfect Harmony/Karen Shadrin

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In Karen Schedrin ’s curation process, each piece is carefully selected to tell a story of materiality and precision. The secret to successful interior design lies in the ability to combine contrasts. At Haus No. 7, we call it “the dialogue between materials.” How do you combine hard concrete with delicate glass? How does dark iron work with soft textiles?

The secret to successful interior design lies in the ability to combine contrasts. At Haus No. 7, we call it “the dialogue between materials.” How do you combine hard concrete with delicate glass? How does dark iron work with soft textiles?

Karen Shedrin 's rule is to keep a cohesive color palette while playing with material weights. If you've chosen a heavy, concrete centerpiece, surround it with lighter elements to balance it out. The right combination creates a space that feels complete, sophisticated, and not one-dimensional, one that conveys the brand's signature urban sophistication.

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