Jenni Kayne Interiors: Learn the Pacific Natural Look Now!

How is your Thanksgiving week prep going? Every year I wonder what the heck we are all thinking with the number of details centered around one meal. Yet almost every year, there I am in the frenzy. We sometimes break with tradition, and a couple of Thanksgivings ago, we skipped the trappings except for roasting the turkey. We used it for turkey sandwiches and care packages for folks without homes and drove around delivering them. It was humbling of course. If you’ll have time this holiday season to cozy on down with a shelter magazine or design book, here’s one to consider. PACIFIC NATURAL AT HOME (Rizzoli, 2021) by Jenni Kayne is amazing. Featuring Jenni Kayne Interiors (which are always understated and California cool), today’s post treats you to a taste of the goodness inside the book.

Jenni Kayne designed kitchen with open shelving, French range, and Pacific Natural style that oozes California cool. #jennikaynekitchen #californiacool #pacificnatural

Jenni Kayne Interiors: Learn from the Pacific Natural Look

1. This Book Is Calling Your Name…It Inspires for DAYS.

There is so much beauty to soak up, and if Jenni Kayne’s brand is new to you, this is a brilliant primer to get a feel for the lifestyle and aesthetic.

Pacific Natural at Home by Jennie Kayne - book cover
Buy it HERE and also here: Pacific Natural at Home (Rizzoli, 2021)

Lifestyle? Yes, m’am. In addition to interiors and beautiful things for home, JK designs things to wear and nourish skin. I use her Oak Essentials routine day and night, and it is diviiiiiine.

Gratitude quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #gratitudequotes #thanksgiving #gratefulquotes
Window seat and plaster shelves in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
Image: P. 138-139 Sarah Solis; Photographer: Angi Welsch

2. Look Closely at What a Pacific Natural Interior Lacks

As you consider these designs within Pacific Natural At Home, you’ll begin to see the spaces aren’t just minimal or tone-on-tone, a lot of traditional materials are missing.

White modern natural kitchen in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
Image: P. 60-61 Sheila Bouttier Photographer: Nicki Sebastian

You’ll notice Jenni’s flavor of California cool shares commonality with modern Belgian country style. Modern in that trim and ornamentation are minimal. Should we all begin to rip out our baseboards to emulate this look?

Calm serene white bedroom in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
Image: p. 174-175 Molly Isaksen Photographer: Karyn Millet

Mmmmmmaybe not. But we could consider painting the trim the same color as the wall for a calm feel like this.

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3. Let the Natural Light Show Off

Unless you are building from scratch or ready to install skylights, it’s not easy to increase natural light in your space. However, where privacy is not an issue, maybe there are ways to play with the light. Can blinds be removed and a cafe curtain added inside the window’s bottom half?

Natural and organic office in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
PACIFIC NATURAL AT HOME (Rizzoli, 2021) by Jenni Kayne. Image: P. 230-231 Jessica De Ruiter Photographer: Angi Welsch

Have you tried living without heavy curtains in the space? Would sheers be adequate instead? We can’t all usher in California sunshine, but maybe some creative tweaking could bring in more of that Vitamin D.

Quietly serene bedroom in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
PACIFIC NATURAL AT HOME (Rizzoli, 2021) by Jenni Kayne. Image: P. 34-35 Jenni Kayne Photographer: Angi Welsch

4. Mastering the Natural in a Pacific Natural Home

Clearly Jenni Kayne favors white oak, and those beautiful light hardwoods set a tone in the interiors you see here. Like French country and modern French style interiors, white oak feels airy and serene. Natural, organic materials play a starring role and feel European-yet-California-cool that isn’t too crusty or rustic.

Calm white bedroom with linen headboard in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
Image: P. 51 Emma Grede Photographer: Angi Welsch

How can we learn from this Jenni Kayne look to lighten up our own homes? Jenni is a big fan of bringing natural stone, wood, and linen, cotton, and plants into the mix. Think about the amount of plastic and synthetics in a given space and how you might begin to change the ratio.

5. Paint Colors & a Quiet Neutral Color Story for Interiors

“A timeless palette grounded in neutrals gives way to endless possibilities for layering, tone, and texture.” – Jenni Kayne

Courtney Cox designed bedroom with natural serene style in Pacific Natural at Home - an interior inside this lovely book by Jenni Kayne. #pacificnatural #interiordesign #minimalstyle #neutralinteriors
Image: P. 100-101 Courteney Cox Photographer: Angi Welsch

But with the range of white paints even when you decide on white, which neutral paint colors?

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There are certain hues Jenni Kayne turns to again and again. For Benjamin Moore colors, try Alaskan Husky, Barely There, Gray Owl, Steam, and Pure White

Jenni Kayne cedar stump with linen sofa in a lovely tranquil natural luxe space.
Jenni Kayne’s unfussy approach to styling…hello lovely indeed.

For Portola Paints (check out their amazing Roman Clay and Limewash finishes!), try Drop Out, White Cliffs, Figueroa, Full Circle, Mont Blanc, Stone 1, Gem, and Stone 2.

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Pin me! Jenni Kayne Interiors as well as learning the look of Pacific Natural at Home.

About That Roman Clay!

Did you see Nate Berkus & Jeremiah Brent’s Manhattan house in my post with checkered floors and herringbone floors? They favor a Roman Clay color called Saint Sauvant from Portola Paints.

Jenni Kayne dining table
Jenni Kayne’s effortlessly cool tablescapes are also legendary!

As for Farrow & Ball colors to consider for this calm, cool chic…try Dimity, Strong White, James White, Wimborne White, and Pointing. You can buy samples RIGHT HERE.

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6. The Sophisticated Simplicity Nature Offers

Pacific Natural at Home will inspire you to look around outdoors for blooms, branches and foliage and to consider living with potted trees.

Jenni Kayne dining table with minimal design and clean lines.
Jenni Kayne Dining Table…in case you’re after a natural California modern look.

If you have seen the dining room we renovated in our new place, you may have noticed a Ficus in the corner. My husband has had it for a quarter of a century now, and we love the calm clean feel it adds.

7. Shelf Styling & Tabletops

You are bound to score ideas inside PACIFIC NATURAL AT HOME for Jenni Kayne’s beautiful approach to styling shelves, tables, and kitchens.

Jenni Kayne Harbor Sofa in natural linen looks organic, quiet, and luxurious in this sunny living room with coffee table.
Jenni Kayne California cool interiors…hello lovely indeed.

Is it truly as simple as a few books, one of Jenni’s candles (I like cedar and Topanga), an artisan bowl, and a casual arrangement?

8. Study the Style Jenni Kayne Elevated

JK’s airy, tranquil, timelessly modern approach to Pacific natural interiors and lifestyle is easy on the eye. Visit Jenni’s site HERE to learn from the look and see the range of resources available.

Lack back Cali organic natural luxe bathroom by Jenni Kayne with nesting basket.

Sometimes the look comes with a hefty price tag, but you may have access to items you notice in these interiors that won’t cost a dime. For example, the stump accent table above? I have three nearly identical ones I use outside. They are from trees that didn’t make it on our former property.

Mary Oliver quote and poetry on Hello Lovely Studio. #maryoliver #encouragementquote #inspirationalquote

If a particular pillow is beyond your budget, you may still be able to get the look with a slight pivot. (Natural canvas dropcloth material is still relatively inexpensive and easy DIY envelope pillow tutorials are one YouTube search away.)

Lovely wood end of bed bench by Jenni Kayne with throw pillows, sheepskin rug, and cozy slippers.

Studying Jenni’s Style in Images on Her Site

Notice the details of the pieces offered at JK Home such as the shape of furniture legs, the Midcentury Modern influences, and the neutral color stories.

Natural, quiet, subdued mood in a lovely Jenni Kayne bedroom with white bedding and linens.

For example, in this bedroom, the color black draws the eye to the outside in a way that demands attention.

Natural, quiet, subdued mood in a lovely Jenni Kayne bedroom with stripe rug and minimal design.

Also notice how various geometric shapes together feel playful and modern.

Inspirational quote about gratitude on Hello Lovely Studio. #gratitude #inspirational #quotes #lyubomirsky

Look around at your own room and decide whether you may need to add something curvy or round to balance a lot of linear interest.

Jenni Kayne round dining table and chairs for a quiet, laid back, Cali luxe organic vibe.

If you’re a certain age, the room below may bring back some nostalgia!

Natural, quiet, subdued mood in a lovely Jenni Kayne bedroom with macrame wall hanging.
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Ya know? I’m reminded of beautiful 1970s macrame and handcrafted wall decor made by my mother.

9. Consult Jenni Kayne’s PACIFIC NATURAL Book As Well

For entertaining and lifestyle tips, there’s a wealth of natural beauty in Pacific Natural too.

Jenni Kayne's first book Pacific Natural (Rizzoli) - book cover with picnic table, benches, layer cake, and modern rustic styling.
Pacific Natural (Rizzoli, 2019) by Jenni Kayne

What I wouldn’t give for this layer cake on the beautiful natural wood pedestal near my Thanksgiving buffet!

Naked cake with fruit for an outdoor fete with an organic, earthy, laid back feel - Jenni Kayne for PACIFIC NATURAL (Rizzoli, 2019).
Photo: PACIFIC NATURAL by Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

Right?

Outdoor dining tablescape with organic, earthy, Jenni Kayne style - in PACIFIC NATURAL (Rizzoli, 2019).
Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

And I’m loving this idea for a gift for each guest at the table:

Beautiful outdoor tablescape with earthy organic florals and fruit - Jenni Kayne for PACIFIC NATURAL (Rizzoli, 2019).
Photo: PACIFIC NATURAL by Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

Hopefully I am not stressing you out with these entertaining suggestions if you will be hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year. Here’s another beautiful idea using a color other than white for candles on the table:

Lovely unfussy laid back Cali organic style tablesape with gray candles - Jenni Kayne in PACIFIC NATURAL (Rizzoli, 2019).
PACIFIC NATURAL by Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

And don’t you love the ideas of low arrangements so you can look into the eyes of guests across the table?

Gorgeous organic and earthy, unfussy outdoor tablescape with black plates - design by Jenni Kayne in PACIFIC NATURAL (Rizzoli, 2019).
Photo: PACIFIC NATURAL by Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

I also love a table covered with the simplest little clear glass votives. In fact, I cannot live without them and rely on them (HERE) to make every occasion sparkle where I’m the hostess.

Earthy organic outdoor tablescape by Jenni Kayne for PACIFIC NATURAL - a must own lifestyle book with recipes.
PACIFIC NATURAL by Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

A Reminder if You Already Need a Holiday from the Holidays

Should you indeed feel beyond exhausted from doing all the things that we tend to do when we love our people and create magic for them, and should you be the type who cries when you’re tired or at the end of your resources…

Glennon Doyle quote about crying on Hello Lovely Studio. #glennondoyle #inspirationalquotes #glennondoyle

It’s okay to shed a few tears in your cocktail or mocktail or banana split.

Organic Cali style by Jenni Kayne for these styled cocktails with rosemary - in PACIFIC NATURAL (Rizzoli, 2019).
PACIFIC NATURAL by Jenni Kayne (Rizzoli, 2019)

I’m tired too and looking forward to possibly shifting into full-on sloth mode the day after Thanksgiving.

Anne Lamott unplugged quote about rest on Hello Lovely Studio. #annelamott #personalgrowthquotes #workquotes #restquotes

Thanks so much for spending time with me each day. It’s lovely to have you here.

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Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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2 Comments

  1. Carole
    November 22, 2022 / 10:18 pm

    You had me with the very first picture. Then the ‘Thanksgiving’ table with the layer cake really did me in!

    • Michele
      Author
      November 23, 2022 / 5:47 am

      Hahaha – so many peaceful moments from Jenni Kayne, and I’m not gonna try to bake a layer cake this Thanksgiving but maybe between now and Christmas. 🙂 Thankful for your presence here. Happy Thanksgiving, friend.

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