Why shouldn't the hobbies that guide our lives be at the center of our homes? Going beyond tacky posters or printed fabrics, there are subtle ways to integrate our passions into our decor for a chic effect. Carole King's Laurel Canyon living room is the perfect example.
An archival photograph from 1971 shows how every element reflected the singer-songwriter's passion for music. Her living room idea centers on a dark wood grand piano paired with an intricately carved, chocolate-colored bench. A string instrument called a 'zither' hangs on her cream-colored walls as a piece of art (this instrument from Amazon has a similarly compelling shape). Carole's red and navy Persian rug grounds the dark wood in a rich scheme, while a set of French doors fills the Los Angeles home with light.
