Focal Wall Idea

Happy Tuesday everyone! Came across this great idea from Emily A. Clark's blog today. I love the painted scroll detail above the mirror. Adds so much style and draws your eye up the wall. Who could ignore the amazing stripes...I adore a striped wall! But it was the added scroll detail that really caught my eye with this photo - what an economical way to add a little extra pizazz to a simple mirror!

photo credit: Emily A. Clark

Muted Monday

Maybe it's my breezy white window draperies blowing in the ocean wind...but lately my eyes go crazy over muted, monochromatic color schemes. This adorable cozy corner really caught my eye because it proves that white and cream doesn't have to be boring! Love it with the natural wood tones.

photo credit: delight by design

Hope you enjoy this Monday inspiration as much as I did. Think of it as a peaceful, calm to start off your week!

Golden Rule

You may hang your walls with tapestry insread of whitewash or paper; or you may cover them with mosaic; or have them frescoed by a great painter: all this is not luxury, if it be done for beauty's sake, and not for show: it does not break our golden rule: Have nothing in your houses which you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.

William Morris

 

photo credit: absolutely beautiful things

 These bold yellow chairs are both useful and beautiful! love the pop of color.

I'm baaaaaack! I took a little break-a-roo from my design blog to get settled into our new temporary life. Quite a bit has changed from my last post. My husband transferred to The Westin St. John and we have been living here for about 8 months. Life could not be any sweeter! I have been working at Island Style Weddings as a destination wedding planner; which has been a perfect fit for me down here to be able to still have a creative outlet.

Here's a photo of Hawknest Beach which is just a glimpse of what our 'backyard' looks like. Those of you who haven't visited St. John....I highly recommend it! 2/3 of the island is a national park that offers endless serene beaches, hikes, and snorkeling adventures!

I intend to continue my blog focusing on interior design inspiration which will always be my no. 1 passion....but I will also be sharing my experiences here in Love City as well as some wedding planning inspiration.

Hope you will join me as I share my design adventures - there's nothing more inspirational to me than traveling and experiences to kick-start the wheels a turnin' in my head.

Have a great weekend!
P.S. It's great to be back

the monday blues

Happy Monday....in response to our depressing 10 day forecast, I've chosen to focus on sunny patios and breezy living spaces to help me daydream of warmer sunnier weather. Hope these photos will help inspire your spring decor...sun is just around the corner ( I hope).

greenroom at the oscars

This Sunday the stars at the Oscars will be waiting in luxury before they head on stage. Michael S. Smith was chosen to design the greenroom for this years Oscars; going with a 1940's Hollywood theme. Sophistication and glamor are just pouring out of this stunning room.

Here are some greenrooms from the past...a little walk down memory lane.

munch bar

The Munch Bar in Bellevue opened about three weeks ago and I went their last night to check it out for little birthday dinner with some girlfriends. What a great concept! The only other one is in Vegas...I think my favorite part is the Piano Bash section which is a dueling piano bar! Love it....will definitely be heading back for a little sing session! Menu and service were great...go check it out!

not your mom's wallpaper

Weitzner Limited has some amazing wallpaper that is sure to turn heads.I love the idea of having part of your wallpaper design be the paint color on the wall. The holes in the last photo could be so fun with a bold color like red painted behind the paper.

trip to aspen

Love the architecture and function of this modern home in Aspen Colorado! A gigantic wine cellar, art gallery, and stunning views grabbed my attention...hope you enjoy this beautiful home designed by Studio B Architects.

fall back in love with your bedroom

Love is in the air this month and my hope is that everyone can fall back in love with their bedrooms! The room that should make you feel relaxed, romantic, calming, and inspiring often gets forgotten. Get some inspiration from these beautiful bedrooms and fall back in love with your bedroom. Create a space that you will truly LOVE.

designers & books

A great new blog is launching today for designers who like to read! Designers & Books is the name of the blog created by Steve Kroeter...it's not just focused on interior design but architects, fashion designers, and graphic designers can all gain something from this blog and book recommendations. Here are the top three ideas behind this new blog....enjoy!

1. There is a special relationship between designers and books. Designers read books, write them, design them, collect them, learn from them, and are inspired by them.
2. Similar to the way that “good design can make your life better”—we also believe that “good books can make your life better.”
3. Because of #1 and #2, it is worthwhile to pay attention to the books that designers pay attention to.

love is in the air

Tis the season for love....here are some beautiful and fun ideas to celebrate with the one you love. Courtesy of Hostess With The Mostess.