The fashion studio of cult Melbourne fashion label Obus was transformed recently by the talented team at west elm. And what was formerly a basic white room is now a medley of terracotta and pink that much better reflects the brand known for its smart tailoring, vibrant colours and statement prints.
![BEFORE studio](https://staging.theinteriorsaddict.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/west-elm-obus-before-640x427.jpg)
![AFTER studio](https://staging.theinteriorsaddict.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/west-elm-obus-after-640x427.jpg)
The naturally bright room was repainted with Haymes Paint and a gorgeous burnt orange shade now adorns the fireplace. The centrepiece of the room, the meeting table remains but it’s been refreshed with a variety of different seating options including leather dining chairs and stools custom upholstered in Obus El Castillo print fabric. A terracotta rug helps to define the space and a statement pendant light adds a fabulous touch of drama.
![This gorgeous west elm chair was custom upholstered in Obus fabric](https://staging.theinteriorsaddict.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/west-elm-obus-custom-chair.jpg)
“Our west elm design crew created a space that’s as vibrant and bold as the print and pattern play that Obus creates. The brief was to create a space that’s hardworking – yet inspiring, and to incorporate existing pieces into the design,” says Angus Whyte, west elm’s vice president of country merchandising.
![: Kylie Zerbst, the founder and creative director of Obus, at her new desk](https://staging.theinteriorsaddict.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/west-elm-obus-founder-640x427.jpg)
And while a mirror is essential for a fashion brand, the west elm metal framed arched floor mirror looks amazing in the studio, complemented by a west elm Bishop pedestal planter in midnight blue and some much-needed indoor plants.
A multi-tasking piece, the west elm Fulton bar cart takes on different roles depending on what is happening in the studio. It acts as a moveable fitting station when the in-house model is in the studio on a Monday but once Friday rolls around it’s the perfect post-work cocktail station. “I love the idea of pieces serving double-duty, so we stayed focused on making smart, simple additions that complement what was already in play,” says west elm visual lead Rhys Duggan.
![The multi-tasking west elm Fulton bar cart](https://staging.theinteriorsaddict.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Westelm-Obus-bar-trolley-640x960.jpg)
To celebrate the collaboration, one lucky person has the chance to win their own $850 custom Obus x west elm armchair, together with a $500 west elm gift card and $500 Obus gift card. Enter here.