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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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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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

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!

Happy Easter!

This is the time of year as a child, I would dream of being Judy Garland on 5th Avenue, pretending I have a beautiful Easter bonnet with all the frills upon it! Anyone else also enjoy watching Easter Parade? Like Judy Garland and Fred Astaire, Easter is quite charming when it comes to style and fashion. Here’s a sweet peek at Easter and spring inspirations making their way into home interiors!

Family Room by Digs Design Company

Living Room by Tobi Fairley

Living Room by from Pawleys Island

Bedroom by Tara Seawright

Bedroom by CWB Architects

Dining Room by Cindy Rinfret

Bathroom by  Cynthia Marks – Interiors

Eclectic Staircase by Polsky Perlstein Architects

Living Room by Evon Kirkland Interiors

Dining Room by Restyled Home Blog

Living Room by Capitol Lighting

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Details : Inspired by Mad Men

Just over a week away, it’s time to go back a few decades with Mad Men. I love watching the show, but especially love looking at the sets of their offices and homes. It’s been a while since I’ve watched the past seasons, but a few things always stick out in my mind, like Don and Betty’s blue tufted headboard in their old bedroom! Enjoy!

Modern Living Room by Setless Studio

Jonathan Adler Capri Bottle Lamp

Camden Tufted Headboard – Ballard Design

Modern Living Room by Dufner Heighes Inc

Raleigh Armchair – DWR

Mid Century 6 Drawer Dresser – West Elm

Modern Living Room

Vintage Lowball Glasses – Amanda Milk Vintage Etsy Shop

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Trend : Coral

Coral is a charming color, inspired by tranquil seas. I think by now, we’re all looking forward to warmer weather. Seems like today is a good day to warm up and see how the coral trend crosses over from bedrooms to living rooms to patios! As you can see, it is versatile : pairing nicely with other warm neutrals, white, teal and navy. A simple foot stool, pillow or an entire chair in coral can warm things up!

Bedroom design by Blue Sky Building Company

Living Room design by Charmean Neithart Interiors

Bedroom Design by Interior Designer Meredith Heron

Home Office design by REFINED LLC

Love the coral on the back of the white shelves. I received that teal and coral vase as a Christmas gift this past year! It’s from Anthropologie!

Dining Room design by Sara Tuttle Interiors

Bedroom design by Lisa Benbow – Garnish Designs

This color is more orange, but I love that octopus!!

Patio design by Calico Corners

Bring trends to the outdoor living spaces!

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Favorites : Sputnik

With the snow covering the Midwest today, I’m inside dreaming away about one of my favorite pieces : the sputnik chandelier. It’s anything but boring. A burst of energy. I love adding interesting pieces like this. Especially when they’re functional, too!

Dining Room design by Lizette Marie Interior Design

Living Room design by Ann Lowengart Interiors, LLC

Contemporary Dining Room design by Amoroso Design

Contemporary Kids design by Création Maryse Crôteau

Modern Entry design by Jennifer Weiss Architecture

Mirror, mirror, on the wall

Happy Thursday!  I hope you all had a lovely week thus far.  While reflecting back on my week I got to thinking about mirrors.  How great they can look in a space, the light they can add to a room, and that special finishing touch a mirror can add!  So let’s take a look at a few!

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Photo by Peg Berens Interior Design LLC. See more contemporary bedroom designs

Photo by Charmean Neithart Interiors. See more traditional living room designs

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