Details : Rope

Laura and I were out shopping the other day and found some nautical inspired items. As usual, it caught Laura’s eye!  I think of Laura when I see nautical inspired home decor. So Laura, this one is for you: clever uses of rope as interior detail.

Staircase by Pursley Dixon Architecture

Shelving by Niche Interiors

Contemporary Staircase by Interior Designer Joel Snayd

Modern Bathroom by SB Architects

 

Contemporary Bathroom by Greenbelt Homes

Traditional Kitchen by Atlanta Interior Designer Yvonne McFadden LLC

Living Room by MB Jessee

Family Room by Interior Designer Cristi Holcombe

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Circle Tiles

We spent this morning looking at wood flooring and tile. This circular frosted tile displayed among predominantly straight-edged tiles caught my eye. The wispy, bubbly look stirred my imagination. Here are some creative examples of using circular tiles.

Bathroom by StoneMar Natural Stone Company LLC

Contemporary Kitchen by Moeski Design Agency

Bathroom by Farrar Construction & Design

Bar Area by Jill Jordan

Modern Bathroom by imagine That! Interior design

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Conversation Starter : Stately Tables

Here’s something fun for today: Stately Tables. The tables are made of repurposed barn wood, carved into YOUR home state! Select the table leg style, soy-based stain and size. You can even pick the city where you would like the sterling silver star to inlaid. This is a great conversation starter piece to add to your home!

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A Crayon Box : Dining Room Chairs

The warmer, sunny weather is putting me in a cheerful and colorful mood. My mood is working its way into researching colorful dining room chairs. Here’s a crayon box full of dining room chairs, covering the entire spectrum! Enjoy the sunshine!

Dining Room by Su Casa Designs

Mediterranean Dining Room by Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

Dining Room by Diego Alejandro Design

Dining Room by Optimise Design

Dining Room by TruexCullins Architecture + Interior Design

Dining Room by Martha Angus Inc.

Contemporary Dining Room by Sabal Homes

Dining Room by Cheryl Burke Interior Design

Dining Room by London Interior Designer Design-OD

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Beach House Dreaming

This just a beautiful, sand-and-sea colored, South Carolina beach home by Carter Kay Interiors.

Happy Weekend!

Retail Research

In this edition of retail research…. Outdoor furniture & decor!

 

Inspiration for a modern, relaxed patio

Montauk Nest Chair – West Elm

Round Umbrella Arroyo Cover – Crate and Barrel

Vintage String Lights – Ballard Designs

Lumbar Pillow Set – Target

Landon Coffee Table – World Market

Valencia Sofa with Harbor Blue Cushion – Crate and Barrel

Details : Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks

Thinking about an upgrade in your kitchen? A sparkling new sink can add a polished look, as well as make your life easier. Upgrading to a deeper sink helps quite a bit when cleaning large pots or pans.  Here are some good tips to consider when choosing a new stainless steel kitchen sink.

 

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is heat resistant, stain resistant and easy to clean. Can’t seem to get it sparkling due to hard water? Try some Bar Keeper’s Friend.

       

Top-Mount, Under-Mount or Dual-Mount

Be sure you take note of what mount style you require for your kitchen. Top-Mount sinks (bottom photo) are easy to install and simply drop into the opening of the counter top. They have a lip edge covering the counter top. Typically, these are used with laminate counter tops. Under-Mount (top photo) attach below the counter top. It is a bit easier for cleaning; crumbs can be swept right into the sink. These are typically used for stone counter tops. Dual-Mount sinks can be used either way for your convenience.

 

Stainless Steel Gauge 

Stainless steel thickness is measured by the gauge. Thin steel has a higher gauge and thicker steel has a lower gauge. Less expensive sinks start at 22. As sink prices goes up, you will see the gauge around 18 or even 16. With a thicker sink (lower gauge), it will be more resistant to dents, the sink will be quieter when in use and it will hold up much better overtime.

Kitchen by Sawhorse Designs

Additional Options

After determining the basics, there are plenty more options to choose from. Beginning with the photo above, this kitchen has a single basin, apron-front style with a towel bar.

Double sink basins are not always the exact same size. In the Moen sink above, two different basin depths are available. This can be helpful when cleaning large items.

This Kohler Prologue sink has a work surface on the side. The sink includes a custom fit cutting board and colander. Many manufacturers have unique, custom sinks like this one.

For the serious cook or chef, this long Kohler Crevasse sink is perfect for chopping food. The water automatically sweeps the chopped scraps down to the garbage disposal.

Or if you don’t care about sinks, here’s the sink for you! It’s the Crystalline by Blanco. Hide it when you’re done! Excellent for small spaces.

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April showers bring May flowers: Floral Decor

Well, April is drawing to a close and May is almost here!  I can’t believe it!  Soon flowers will be in full bloom.  Floral artwork and accessories are quite popular and can really add that pop of color to your space.  And for those of us lacking a green thumb it’s a way to bring nature indoors.  Sometimes a floral upholstered piece looks great too!  Let’s take a look at a few examples:

Contemporary Kids by Mexico City Interior Designer Silvia Garcia Interior’s

Contemporary Dining Room by Los Angeles Interior Designer Sara Ingrassia Interiors

I love how these floral chairs add just the right touch of whimsy!

Contemporary Dining Room by Kelowna Interior Designer Begrand Fast Design Inc.

Notice how the artwork ties in several colors in the space.  Sometimes starting with the artwork and working backwards will give you a great color palate.

Traditional Family Room by San Francisco Interior Designer RANERE DESIGN GROUP

The vibrant colors in the rug really add life to this room.  I love the dark walls!

Traditional Dining Room by Boston Architect Jan Gleysteen Architects, Inc

Check out this funky room! The floral wallpaper becomes the rooms artwork.

Happy May Day tomorrow!  Perhaps some flowers will brighten your day!

Focus : Lighting

Lighting is a key element to design. It could arguably be one of the more critical and functional elements to design. So, since you HAVE to have lighting… make it worthwhile and take time to select the right fixture for your space. Here are some examples of fixtures that might inspire you to reconsider lighting in your home!

Cage Pendant – Regina Andrew

Sewing Thread Pendant Light – Filagree Creations Etsy Shop

Industrial Pendant Light in Clear or Mercury Glass – West Elm

Rustica – Studio Jota

Denley 6 Light Pendant – Ballard Design

Bluff City Pendant – Design Within Reach

Capiz Pendant Light – Pottery Barn

Jeeves Pendant Light – YLighting

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Yellow : Accent Pieces

After taking time off to say a final goodbye to my wonderful Grandmother, I have returned and began to poke & prod at my creative brain. It’s been a little hard, but I found inspiration today: I have a beautiful new arrangement of yellow and orange flowers next to my desk. Yellow was my Grandmother’s favorite colors… so here’s how you, too, can use yellow in accents! How cheerful!

Traditional Kitchen by Heydt Designs

Bedroom by New York Interior Designer Tara Seawright

Bedroom by Tara Bussema

Exterior by Beverly Hills Interior Designer Tracy Murdock Allied ASID

Modern Home Office by Pizzigati Designs

Home Office by Portland Design-build New Energy Works Timberframers

Modern Bathroom by De Meza + Architecture

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