Rich Layers: Inside the Final Week of Where Color Meets Character

Inside the Santa Monica studio of Tim Clarke Design, historic architectural elements, fine artwork, and raw materials unfold in a masterful study of proportion and depth. As the Where Color Meets Character exhibition enters its final week, every corner presents a calculated balance, allowing weathered patinas to rest effortlessly alongside sleek, contemporary forms.

A broader view of the gallery reveals an inviting living area centered around a reflective glass coffee table. Resting atop the glass surface, an artisan ceramic vase filled with fresh botanicals joins a stack of design monographs and a striking crimson decorative bowl. Framing the seating zone, a deeply tufted dark leather armchair pairs with a supple brown leather sofa, while a rustic wooden chair sits understated beneath a framed circular shield motif on the wall.

THE MID-CENTURY CREDENZA VIGNETTE

A sleek mid-century teak credenza anchors the vignette, serving as a functional canvas for a thoughtfully layered display. Atop the wood surface, a pair of dark olive glazed ceramic urns sits alongside a carved organic wood sculpture and a custom ceramic table lamp featuring a fluid, dripping glaze. Resting directly behind this arrangement, a large vintage portrait painting brings dramatic figurative depth, drawing the eye upward and unifying the varied textures of wood, clay, and leather.

Visit the Exhibition: All of these curated pieces can be found on view at the Where Color Meets Character exhibition hosted at Tim Clarke Design or by tapping on their images below.

Location: 2630 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica On View Through: October 5th

Exhibition Partners: Lee Stanton Antiques, Schumacher, Sydney Harbour Paint Company, and Tim Clarke Design