A velvet jewel-toned sectional sprawls across the living room, nestled between disco balls and cheetah rugs.
The surfaces drip with bold hues, a stroke of lime green swathed over the front door.
Black portraits glisten in the passageways, bold and welcoming.
The Spruce / Illustration by Amy Sheehan / Tanika Rottura
Of course, this isNew Yorkso its all accomplished in under 1,000 square feet to top it off.
Tanika Rottura
How did you first discover your space?
What about it appealed to you?
Tanika Rottura
Describe the surrounding neighborhooddoes your home fit in or stand out?
Our neighborhood is family-friendly, near Central Park.
How would you describe your style and approach to decorating your home?
Tanika Rottura
I would describe my style as super chic, colorful, and edgy.
Who or what are your biggest design inspirations?
Erykah Badu and Kelly Wearstler.
Tanika Rottura
With that said, creativity is what sparks joy in me and I love designing my wardrobe and apartment.
How does your heritage inform your style?
I love using West African indigo cloth as throws for the couch and chairs.
Tanika Rottura
Any other cultures you take design notes from?
I love vintage pieces from Paris and Italy.
What were the greatest finds in your home?
Tanika Rottura
I feel so fancy drinking from the cups.
Do you have a favorite design feature or room?
I now have a place to keep 175 pairs of shoes I’ve collected and a dressing room.
Tanika Rottura
It is a dream.
I have coffee in the morning while I stare at my treasures.
And after a long day, I sip wine on my bench seat and prepare for the week.
Tanika Rottura
Tanika Rottura
Tanika Rottura
Tanika Rottura
