Wish List: Eliza Tan

It’s no surprise that, as a onetime student of music, Eliza Tan values harmony in her design work. “I don’t like dissonance in my environment,” she says. Tan takes a holistic approach to her craft. “I believe you have to take it all in, understanding color, shape, texture, scale—whether in a whole room or just in a detail.”

Nothing is accidental, she says. “There is always a reason why you choose something. Everything is part of the whole.” So a bit of trim is part of a sofa, but also of the larger seating area, the room and, in turn, the whole house. “It’s like a giant chain reaction,” she marvels. “One thing leads to another, from the small to the large and from the large back to the small.” Her style tends toward the transitional with an emphasis on subtle, calming colors, but she steers clear of a design formula, preferring to create spaces that are as unique as her clients. “I think it’s so wonderful—particularly today in a world that’s very stressful, very uncertain—to be able to create environments for people that are a respite from the normal craziness of life,” she says. ELIZA TAN INTERIORS, ACTON, MASS., (978) 429-8123, WWW.ELIZATAN.COM

Modern Floor Lamp from Las Palmas Collection “I love this lamp because it combines contemporary flair with a bit of glitz. It is perfect in a traditional or modern setting.” M-GEOUGH, BOSTON DESIGN CENTER, (617) 451-1412, WWW.M-GEOUGH.COM

Scoop Chair from Gloster “What a decadent outdoor spot for lounging. The shape reminds me of a giant scoop of ice cream. How cool and delicious for summer!” AILANTHUS LTD., BOSTON DESIGN CENTER, (617) 482-5605, WWW.AILANTHUSLTD.COM

Gate Andirons from John Lyle Design “These andirons with a Greek key design are a strong geometrical accent to any fireplace. They provide a beautiful gleam to a transitional room. Very chic!” FURN & CO., BOSTON DESIGN CENTER, (617)-342-1500, WWW.FURNCO.US

Custom Hand-Knotted Nepalese Carpet “This beautiful wool and silk hand-knotted carpet feels as luxurious as it looks. The subtle pattern and coloring make an elegant backdrop for furnishings in any room.” (Photograph by Keith Scott Morton) STEVEN KING DECORATIVE CARPETS, BOSTON DESIGN CENTER, (617) 426-3302, WWW.STEVENKINGINC.COM

Ikat Fabric from Bermingham & Co. “This handwoven silk has such rich vegetable-dye colors. The diffused pattern gives an artisan quality while at the same time being very ‘today.’ Wonderful for accent pillows and occasional chairs.” BRUNSCHWIG & FILS, BOSTON DESIGN CENTER, (617) 348-2855, WWW.BRUNSCHWIG.COM

“Gilded” Glass Sinks from Vitraform “These sinks are amazing. The metallic and ebonized finishes on glass provide a very glamorous and sophisticated focal point in a powder room. I can’t wait to use them!” BILLIE BRENNER LTD., BOSTON DESIGN CENTER, (617) 348-2858, WWW.BILLIEBRENNERLTD.COM