Mysest56 
July 17, 2019
Designer Lori Haspel typically combs estate revenue and vintage warehouses for one-of-a-kind products for clients and her store, Nomadic Classic. But she recently turned her eager layout eye to her new home in North Dallas, Texas.
Haspel decorated her home, built in the 1970s, at a midcentury modern fashion with tribal, Moroccan and Asian influences. “The home was pretty awesome when we saw it,” she states. “However, I got really enthusiastic about its potential.” With a blend of vintage and cheap finds, Haspel has created an eclectic and modern home with a groovy, Zen vibe.
in a Glance
Who lives here: Lori Haspel, her husband, 4-year-old twins, a dog and a kitty
Location: North Dallas
Size: 3,600 square feet: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
That’s intriguing: Haspel is a part Choctaw and finds inspiration from Native American art and textiles.
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An expansive brick hearth presides at the core of the central living space. Granite counters, hardwood flooring and clerestory windows provide a beautiful background for Haspel’s mix of furniture and textiles. “My late mother had innate style,” she states. “I will never match her but continue to try.”
Lounge chair: Eames; place rug: 1 King’s Lane; zebra rug: antiques store, New Orleans; couch: Cantoni; java table: property sale
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A circular sunburst mirror made from bamboo has been paired with a midcentury-style console and Buddha lamp. “My design is a little wabi-sabi-meets-eclectic-modern and is constantly changing,” states Haspel.
Wabi-sabi philosophy, which has origins in Japan, finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence. The jagged lamp color in this image and the ever-changing vignette of discovered objects keeps Haspel’s home energized and rested.
Table: Crate & Barrel; mirror: Ballard Designs
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Among the major selling points of the home has been its open floor plan and energy stream. “I love having a dining room that may be seen from each the shared spaces,” states Haspel.
Lighting fixture: Ballard Designs; place rug: vintage Turkish
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Among Haspel’s fruitful antique-hunting expeditions resulted in this dining table, which initially came from a convent at Texas.
“I really like to dig and find a fantastic piece,” states Haspel. “We wanted a massive table that we could use every day. This table has rings, imperfections and marks galore. The twins eat each meal in this table, colour on it, and the patina only gets better with all the use.”
Wall paint: Amazing Gray, Sherwin-Williams; Asian art trio: neighborhood dealer; long side table: Robb & Stucky
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Haspel worked with the house’s relaxing ambience to create a comfortable atmosphere for her loved ones. Using existing furniture, family heirlooms and neighborhood estate finds made the space personal and cut down on costs.
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Having 4-year-old twins signifies that Haspel has to maintain durability in mind. “The kids literally ride their bicycles around inside on the wood flooring, so there are not any precious spaces here,” she states. The family also loves to entertain, so the layout lets them create their home prepared for a dinner party with a fast cleanup.
Wall paint: Amazing Gray, Sherwin-Williams; credenza: Allan Knight, from an estate sale
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Haspel showcases sacred Tibetan, Buddhist and Indian art throughout the home. A Tibetan thangka is observed here, organized with a rustic red Chinese chest and chinoiserie lamp. Haspel found all these pieces in an antiques store in New Orleans.
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The back of the fireplace faces the front entrance, with open walking distance on either side. Haspel topped an Asian-inspired console table with a natural wood jar, a mustard-colored orchid and abstract art.
Table: Robb & Stucky; ottomans: Missoni for Target; art: Ballard Designs
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She changed the kitchen by a mix of faux wood and black appliances for this bright and large space. The brand new kitchen boasts a large island, Danby marble countertops and an open floor plan. The space is lit by a large skylight, recessed lighting and three modern pendant lamps that hang over the bar.
Cabinets and Cabinets paint: Dorian Gray, Sherwin-Williams; pub stools: T.J.Maxx
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The family remodeled the home, doing many of the most significant jobs before going in. Painting the chimney, installing granite countertops, putting in new appliances and installing hardwood flooring all happened in the month before the family moved in. “We have lots to do, but I am happy with the outcome thus far,” Haspel states.
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The den has been tucked away behind the kitchen and gives a relaxing getaway. A leather couch and pair of upholstered seats surround a reclaimed wood coffee table and dark wood entertainment center.
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Since the majority of the budget has been spent on the kitchen, Haspel’s skills at discovering great and affordable furniture arrived in handy when furnishing the bedrooms. The rug in the master bedroom is a sneak in the Missoni for Target line, and Haspel discovered that the brass bed at an estate sale for $150. “It is these sorts of items that really make the room,” she states.
Bedding: kantha, Wisteria; bedside lamps: vintage; art: Asian, from an estate sale
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The master bedroom features floor-to-ceiling windows that look over the backyard and pool area. “Among the things we loved most about the home was that the perspectives,” states Haspel. “It seems a bit like a tree house.”
Area Shade: Missoni for Target
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Haspel describes the master bath because the”final frontier” and expects to shortly remodel this 1970s gold-flecked museum-like space. She loves the solarium and plans to incorporate it in the new layout.
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The twins have their own bedrooms and discuss this colorful playroom. Haspel covered an whole wall in chalkboard paint and filled the living room with smart storage, kid-size toys and furniture.
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A puppet theatre and toy closet share space with a bright and comfy rocking chair. Haspel dressed the walls up with her kids’ art in frames.
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The family is still trying to determine what to do with the backyard. Even though it’s a peaceful retreat, they’re expecting to change the landscaping up and materials. “The stonework isn’t conducive to small ones,” states Haspel. “It has got so much potential, though.”
Patio collection: wicker, Pier 1 Imports
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Among Haspel’s favorite items is this cruiser bike from the Missoni for Target . “I kind of went crazy when the Missoni line came out,” she states. “My husband was getting a little exasperated with me. However, you have to admit, it is a sweet ride.”
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Homeowner and designer Lori Haspel appreciates a second on the back patio with the household dog, Dutch. “Designing my home has only made me hungry for more,” she states. The designer is currently expanding her company and intends to start a booth in White Elephant Antiques from the Dallas Design District.