Veranda: Robert Brown Kips Bay Showcase

Robert Brown knew he wanted to step out of the ordinary for the 2024 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas, and he found the perfect catalyst in a striking abstract Calico wallpaper adorned with moody shades of gray, blue, taupe, and pink. The designer says he never wants to do a space that’s all traditional or all contemporary, and this piece was the perfect unifier to balance out the more traditional architecture and set a spirited tone for his salon.

“We’re calling it ‘Salon d’Art Moderne,’ so this space is all about the art, and the mural really makes the space feel like one big piece of art,” Brown says. “When you see the mural, it’s kind of shocking, even for us, which is fun.”