Gem Design Pictures From DIY Network Ultimate Retreat 2018
DIY Network Ultimate Retreat 2018 is nestled in the North Carolina mountains, an area known for its gemstone mining history. The home’s design echoes this history in every choice, down to the smallest details.
Classically Framed
The area’s gem mine culture infuses the design of this home down to the smallest detail, including these custom framed gemstone guides. The mix and match of textures and sparkle add texture and interest to this corner of the home.
Geometric Details
Combining a geometric planter in glass and brass with an agate slice side table adds gem-inspired shine to the great room of DIY Network Ultimate Retreat 2018.
Modern Elements
Combining geometric designed tile with modern white and brass planters brings subtle shine and life to this corner. Mixing gemstone inspired designs with geometric elements keeps the area’s history alive throughout the space.
Angled Accents
Gem-style brass hardware is found throughout the kitchen adding subtle shine and a nod to the area’s mining history.
Simply Sparkling
The soft feel of the landscape is a beautiful contrast to the simple lines of the metallic accented planters on this side table buffet. The clean-cut lines of the table lamp feel fresh in modern in bright white and still echoes the gemstone theme in it’s geometric and angular design.
Naturally Inspired
A mixture of nature-inspired books accents mix with a glass and metal box showcasing rocks and gems. Mixing natural details with items that reference the area’s history and heritage are a wonderful way to subtly weave a sense of place into every space.
Brilliant Botanicals
A gallery style wall of botanical prints featuring birds and botanicals adds a softer, natural contrast to the geometric and gem-inspired details. A subtle glass terrarium with brass detailing continues the geometric theme without overpowering the featured wall of artwork.
Faceted Feature
Modern pottery in black, blue and white echoes the color palette found throughout the great room while also incorporating gem-inspired details adds an artistic moment above the fireplace.
Timeless Treasure
An antique printer’s drawer is repurposed to display area gemstones in this cozy nook. Metallic accents on the shelving adds sparkle and brings this workspace out of the everyday with modern and industrial style.
Clean and Simple
Classic-styled doors combine with angular-cut hardware for a clean and simple interpretation of the gemstone theme.
Bygone Beauty
The regional history surrounding DIY Network Ultimate Retreat 2018 is highlighted in this custom, vintage inspired sign found in the entry of the home.

Photo By: Robert Peterson, Rustic White Photography