Nature…..on the inside!
From a design perspective, 2012 has been a big year for natural-inspired interiors. I must admit that chatting about natural designs brings horrible flashbacks to “lodge” décor, where nature inspired rooms included black bears or references to the “ole hunting camp”. Eesh! Thankfully we have evolved into a less themed, simply elegant use of nature …
Personalizing your Fall home
Fall weather….ahhhhh……curling up in snugly blankets, sipping hot cider and building roaring fires. Don’t ‘cha just love it?! Cooler fall temps remind me that it’s time to cozy up my home decor too. If you’re like me, personalizing your fall home will include adding rich colors and loads of texture; pulling out the nubby, warm …
Fall for Red and Orange!
With fall upon us in a few weeks, my thoughts turn to making homes cozy for those (hopefully!) cooler days and nights. I absolutely adore fall decorating….layering textiles, adding ambiance, introducing new colors to the home…..heavenly! This fall I’m focusing on a myriad of glorious shades between orange and red. From paler blush and rose …
Aqua and the Aegean Sea
Inspired by my recent travels to the Aegean sea, I’m hooked on the color aqua. Throughout Greece the water was truly amazing. The Aquas are everywhere, not just in the gorgeous tranquil waters, but painted on buildings, signs, balconies, and store fronts. I wanted to bring it back with me! Knowing this wasn’t possible, I now …
Finding Rug Love When You Least Expect It
Finding the perfect rug for a space can take time and admittedly, a bit of trial and error even for the best designers. If you have a blank canvas of a room, a beautiful rug can be a great starting point that serves as a foundation for the rest of the furnishings and accent pieces. …
Mommy Time: Do something for yourself, Give yourself a peaceful sanctum
I know I’ve said it before and I’ll continue to say it, but only because it’s so true… As moms, we often put ourselves and our needs behind the needs of our children – and all the other demands in our lives. Case in point… For years I’ve dreamt of creating my perfect bedroom – my sanctuary, my space. And for …
Top 5 Sites for Homespiration
I’m constantly wanting to redecorate my house…does this usually happen? No. But a girl can dream right? If I had an unlimited disposable income, a full time live in nanny, and I only worked one day a week…I’d have the coolest house ever! So while I’m sitting on the couch after a full day I …