Our custom stencils can be anything! From classic Damask looks to whatever your inspiration can dream up, we can design and execute a gorgeous, compelling, and durable all-over stencil in your space!
Custom Stencils
Sylvia T. Designs is the premier stencil artist and designer in the New Orleans area! We can add a unique and beautiful design and finish to your space. From traditional styles and patterns, such as Damask, to something that is completely modern or original, we can create it for you!
Stencils can give the look of wallpaper but are, most often, a better alternative. They are much more durable and, of course, won’t shrink and there are no seams. They are also highly cost-effective and can be much less expensive than decorative wallpaper. What’s more? The design options are endless. We can take your inspiration and design a true, hand-painted original work of art.
We have the ability to create in-house designs that capture your vision and goals for your space. We work with only top-flight fabricators to produce the stencil template itself. Importantly, we have been creating and applying stencils for more than two decades. So, the delivery can be anywhere between stunning to subtle, traditional to contemporary, and will be executed with the utmost craftsmanship and expertise.
Check out some of our stencil work in the gallery below and drop us a line to discuss how we can create a stencil design uniquely for you!
See more on our faux finish, layered strié, and striping finish work here. All are also great alternatives to wallpaper (see more on that here.)
More from our new construction residential project on the West Bank of New Orleans where we delivered numerous elements (see our earlier post on the great room’s stunning feature wall.) We created this beautiful look in the powder room. First, we did a soft metallic plaster finish on the walls and ceiling, setting the stage. We gold-leafed the ceiling medallion that serves as a nice focal point in room. Then we designed and handpainted the custom leaf stencil that crosses the ceiling and “falls” down the walls. Collectively, it results in beautiful undulations of light and color! The look certainly plays perfectly with the medallion, lighting, and mirror!
As the premier full-service decorative arts firm serving the Gulf South and points beyond, we are uniquely suited to deliver spaces like this. Taking the approach where we combine various disciplines, materials, and techniques, we can deliver something that is not only beautiful but also durable. It is a great alternative to wallpaper which can fail in humid environments. By using plaster, paint, and meticulous artistry, we are able to realize your vision in ways that no one else in this part of the world is able to do! Let us know how we can make your space a work of art!
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Here is another shot of a significant project we recently completed in an historic home in the Bywater of New Orleans. We delivered several decorative finishes and other elements throughout the residence. Here, in one of the bathrooms, you can see the spectacular floor! We produced a custom stencil design and then aged the entire floor to give it an “old” look. You can also see some of the walls where we applied a dry application of tadelakt plaster (see our previous post to see the wet application of tadelakt in the shower!)
Sylvia T Designs is the premier New Orleans and Gulf Coast region decorative arts firm. Trusted in historic spaces, our skill, care, and experience are unmatched. Owner and master artisan, Sylvia Thompson-Dias, was recently recognized as the “Design Master” in the decorative arts by New Orleans Homes Magazine. If you want the best, reach out and let us know how we can make your space a work of art!
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One of the main things we do here at Sylvia T Designs is color! It’s in our DNA. Looking for some guidance on color selections for your project? We got you! And this isn’t limited to our decorative arts deliverables on a job, we can help you with color on any part of your project! Where we also excel is with color matching (in fact, we’re unmatched in that regard – pun intended😅)! We’re experts at matching colors, whether standard or custom, with our work. We can take whatever colors your project requires and make a perfect match with the plasters, microcement, lime washes, and mineral paints we use as well as with many other aspects of the decorative arts we deliver (murals, stencils, custom signage, etc.)
Sylvia T Designs is the premier decorative arts firm in the New Orleans and Gulf Coast region. Let us know how can take your colors and make your space a work of art!🎨🖌
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We hit the ground running here at Sylvia T Designs in 2022! Lots of exciting projects to share! Here is an in-progress shot as we got going on a recently completed project in the Warehouse District of New Orleans. This is a terrific staycation townhouse where we delivered a fun, New Orleans-themed custom mural and a cool faux brick breakaway plaster on the façade of the bedroom loft. The latter compliments the walls of the building. Much more on this and other current projects coming soon. Stay tuned!
Sylvia T Designs is the region’s premier decorative arts firm and your go-to for custom murals, decorative plaster, faux finishes and much more!
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Hey All! Two more areas (last one coming soon) we want to share from the residential project in the Lakeview neighborhood of New Orleans we’ve been posting lately. Here, in the hall that leads to several bedrooms, we turned a pretty bland space into something special. We delivered an all-over classic Damask stencil on the walls. We also brought in a beautiful metallic paint finish to the ceiling. Lastly, we gold leafed the master bedroom doors’ rosettes. Everything ties together with the gold tones used in the stencil in this long hallway!
Sylvia T Designs is the region’s premier decorative arts firm. Whether your project is residential or commercial, new or historic, small or large, we make your space a work of art!
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This was such a cool and challenging project in this Old Metairie residence! We created a custom stencil design with leaves and wisteria. Because the powder room is under a curved stair, it has odd angles. We decided that to achieve a cohesive feel that flows and feels larger, we would apply a pearlescent metallic plaster on the walls and ceiling. Then, we would layer the stencils with a soft metallic look starting on the ceiling and falling gently onto the walls. We left the center of the ceiling open with the leaf work softly framing it to appear as a clearing in the forest. The result makes the space feel more open and comfortable, even though it is small and irregularly shaped.
Sylvia T Designs is the premier native New Orleans decorative arts firm and the region’s top decorative plaster artisan. Let us know how we can make your space a work of art!
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We hope everyone had a very joyous and safe New Year’s! We’re excited for 2021 (aren’t we all?!?) and ready to make your space a work of art!
A feature wall or area can transform your residence or business. Grab visitors with your vision, your inspiration, or your brand! Here, we delivered an elegant reception area for a local dentist’s office. We expertly combined paint and plaster to create this flowing and striking reception desk and wall presentation. Thanks to our friend and interior designer. @clairelewisdesigns, for bringing us in on this great project! Click the link in our bio to learn more!
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Hey All! Check out our latest blog post on “Feature Walls.” We can help you create a striking look in your space that grabs attention! Whether it’s something inspirational in your home or conveying your brand in your business, feature walls and areas can be showstoppers! They can be decorative plaster finishes, murals, stencils, and more. Sylvia T Designs is your New Orleans and Gulf Coast area’s premier feature wall decorative artist. We’ll work with you to create something unique that showcases your vision, fits your budget, and makes a lasting impression! Just click the link in our bio…
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In this shot, you can see a custom stencil we designed and executed for our friends at the terrific French Quarter absinthe lounge and restaurant, Belle Époque! The design brings in elements of their logo and shows an absinthe spoon surrounded by wormwood (a key ingredient in absinthe.) It’s situated in the stairwell in the entry way into the space. You can see how the light shimmers off the metallic paint used in the design! Also, you can see part of an additional stencil under the stairwell that shows a beautiful artistic take on the wormwood plant. Sylvia T Designs led the aesthetic design of the entire establishment! Let us know how we can help make your bar, restaurant, or any space a work of art!
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We love turning residential spaces into works of art! On this project, a luxury condo in downtown New Orleans just outside of the French Quarter, we transformed the entire space for the owners based on their vision and how they want to enjoy its use. Here, in the foyer, we delivered a reflective metallic finish on the walls and ceiling. We also added a hand-painted classic Damask stencil to the walls. The metallic plaster finish, especially on the ceiling, mimics the feel of the sky and gives this small area a sense of greater space! Much more on this project coming soon!
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Modern, yet inviting, Claret is a terrific new spot in the Lower Garden District in New Orleans! They’re now open on Magazine St. featuring wine, cocktails, and small plates all in a terrific atmosphere. Sylvia T Designs was charged with delivering the space’s aesthetic. We’re proud and honored to have worked with owners, Latter Hospitality, on this amazing project. Click the link in our profile to see what we did at Claret. Or, you can visit this link - http://bit.ly/SylviaTDesigns-ClaretNOLA. Be sure to check them out seven days a week!
Photo courtesy of @nolafoodphotog and @claretnola.
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Claret, the hot new wine and cocktail bar that also features delicious small plates, is now open in the Lower Garden District in New Orleans on Magazine St.! We delivered the aesthetic look and design of the place working with owners, Latter Hospitality, to deliver their vision. Here, is a close-up shot of the featured wall where we applied a hand-painted, layered Damask stencil pattern and then added a “pulled-off” plaster technique to mimic ageing. It’s a striking part of the space! Click the link in our profile to see more on Claret and all the work we did there. Be sure to check them out – they’re open seven days a week!
Photo courtesy of @nolafoodphotog and @claretnola.
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Custom Stencil Design
Longway Tavern – French Quarter
Custom Stencil Design
Longway Tavern – French Quarter
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Hallway
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Hallway
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Hallway
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Hallway
Feature Wall – Claret Wine Bar
Allover Stencil on aged plaster finish
Feature Wall – Claret Wine Bar
Allover Stencil on aged plaster finish
Metallic Plaster with Damask Stencil
Condominium Foyer Metallic Plaster with Damask Stencil
Belle Epoque Absinthe Lounge
Custom Designed Stencil – Foyer
Belle Epoque Absinthe Lounge
Custom Designed Stencil – Foyer
Damask Stencil over Plaster
Powder Room
Damask Stencil over Plaster
Powder Room
Silver Damask Stencil
Cavan NOLA Restroom
Silver Damask Stencil
Cavan NOLA Restroom
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Dining Room
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Dining Room
Pale Gold Damask Stencil
Dining Room
Damask Stencil over Plaster
Powder Room
Custom Designed Stencil
Coffered Ceiling
Custom Designed Stencil
Master Bathroom Ceiling
Floor Tile Stencil
Floor Tile Stencil