Modern Beach Styled Living from Miami House & Home…
October 16th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
When I was younger, my dad did handyman work for a number of people and would bring back catalogues that they were going to toss. That began my love of browsing magazines. To this day, everybody who knows me knows when I come over, I’m going to have several on me, or in my car. Architectural Digest was one of the ones I’d see often. Back then my heart was set on being a high school art teacher but looking back, there was a reason I never tossed that mag. Why is it still sitting on a shelf in my living room? I could never part with it and the many beautiful interiors. Even way back as a kid, I had a deep appreciation for aesthetics. So when I would go to Walgreens and browse the mag section, I slowly became interested in what the shelter mags had to offer. Florida Design was one I would buy on occasion. The homes were completely different from anything you see here in Milwaukee or the midwest period. Miami House & Home is similar which is the source of these images.
I usually hate with a passion plates on a wall but I love the whimsiness of these. The taupe, beige, black and white scheme creates a warm and sexy palette. The winged back linen upholstered bench gives a casual vibe. The circular details are echoed in numerous pieces like the tables, trays and lighting pendants and really offsets all the 90 degree angles within the rest of the space. Repeating shapes is a good way to make a space cohesive.
From here on out, the home has beautiful large selections of art. Really like the chrome quilted detail in the built ins.
Art is a great way to infuse color through out. However you can find inspiration for color schemes anywhere. The pops of citrus hues from the Koi picture and pillows really makes this Miami-esque.
This whale picture…or is that a person? Nonetheless I like. Design Tip: Use wall sconces instead of nightstand lamps to free up some space.
Color Schemes: Fire Engine Red & Turquoise…
October 12th, 2011 § 1 Comment
The photo above is the inspiration for a bright color contrast…
{Rue Mag}
{On Home Design}
{Houzz}
{all other images via Pinterest}
Decorating with Striped Curtains…
October 9th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
I like pattern, I like bold but I’m not always a huge fan of regular stripe curtains unless the palette is subtle. But I do like the bold stripes of these window treatments in this post. It allows someone to have something modern and inject tones of color without being too overpowering like how traditional stripes can be.
{The Decorista}
{Avalon Communities}
The bumblebee black and white scheme…
Color Schemes: Camel, Black & White…
September 12th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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I’ve mentioned before how my living room area is global glam safari sort of look but it’s not this nice. The white mats and art pops against the CHARCOAL WALL and everything zebra is always stylish. The gold grommet details in the TUFTED camel hued sofa is echoed in the legs of the table & frames…
{Architectural Digest}
Adore this living room interior. Layering rugs over carpeting gives the floor tons of texture. Animal prints here and there oozes a safari feel without becoming too themey. Camel colored wooden furniture warms up the space…
{Lonny Mag}
What is that, velvet?…
August 18th, 2011 § 1 Comment
It’s almost that time of year where fashions have heavier textiles. Velvet and suede are some fabric choices that makes a home feel cozy, warm and plush…just like these interiors…
{Gilt}
The TEAL WALL & NAILHEAD trim details makes this design gender neutral…
One of my favorite designers is Candace Olson of HGTV. She really knows how to maximize every inch of space and make it the most functional with traffic flows and adequate seating. This tufted back for the BENCH/CHAIR dining area is so jazzy & lounge like. Feels like something out of a club. Perfect for entertaining…
The velvet backing to this bench area is so dramatic and exudes sexiness in the space. Candace picked an incredible BLACK CHANDELIER to anchor the area…
{Home Designing Blog}
Love this calm pastel pallete for an office setting. The chrome details of the studded trim on the chair is repeated in other accessories & lighting tying everything in…
{Signed by Tina}
Love this lucite & velvet ottoman. Reminds me of a blue version of J.Lo’s blush one. Zebra rugs always makes for fabulous flooring.
So what textiles do you plan to add to your home this fall? Do you add the plush throws in cooler seasons or leave them out year round?
Keeping Up with the Kardashian’s Interiors…
August 7th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
I love that crazy family and I love their homes even more. The interiors are quite nice and I’ve learned that L.A.’s interior designer Jeff Andrews has basically designed every part of the Jenner home that you see on tv. Here are a few pics…
{all images via LA Times}
iWant an exposed brick wall in my next place…
July 22nd, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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This wall could have been very stale and cold if it were all white. The gray actually warms it up and I adore the placement of photos. I’m really not a fan of skirted sinks but I think this does it justice.Very stylish now. I love the texture and architecture of an EXPOSED BRICK WALL. I gotta have one in my next spot…
{Design Sponge}
{Made by Girl}
The rustic details of the floor, beams, ceiling and exposed brick is merged with feminine qualities like the color pink, sheer WHITE PANELS & a crystal chandelier…
{Pinterest}
Love the architecture of this arched brick ceiling…
{Lonny Mag}
{Rue Mag}
Drapery, chandeliers and ornate mirrors help soften the look of this space…
Masculine Interior Delights pt 2…
July 15th, 2011 § 1 Comment
Benches + Chairs+ Table = Comfy Cozy Nooks…
July 6th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
One modern way to design a dining or kitchen space is to create as much seating as possible. Typically nooks or benches have more space. Placing different chairs on surrounding sides and a bench, ottoman or sofa on the other creates an interesting look. The worst thing you can do most times is having matching sets. Yeah it’s cheaper but a well designed space will marriage different styles of furniture. I personally think NOOKS of all kinds are comfortable and casual. Having them creates a welcoming feel.
Tuesday’s Tips: Turning unused formal dining room into home office
July 5th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
I was catching up on some of my blogroll sites when I came across THIS on Blu Label Bungalow. She gave advice on how to make better use of an office space. Erika suggested using a formal dining room as the area for the home office and I think that’s a great idea. Nowadays most people prefer open floor plans and since many members of family have so many different schedules, sitting together for dinner at the table rarely happens. So for those of you who have a dining room that you don’t use, just REPURPOSE the room. Who says you can’t use a room for a different purpose than what it was intended for?
