creative table scape

Leave it to good old Martha Stewart to give us creative ideas to dress up our candle holders. Just some double stick tape and vellum or paper can really dress up a simple glass votive holder. Little hole punches is a cute idea to take it up a notch further! I might actually try one of these....

beautiful designs from Eric Schmidt

What makes a great room? Well here is a quote I agree with 100% from Eric Schmidt,

"A great room is the perfect blending of style, comfort and function for today’s modern family. Perhaps drawing you in through tactile pleasures; well blended textures; soft, hard, smooth, rough…or by color or light. It should be a room you enjoy being in."

His designs are detailed to the last accessory and I'm inspired by the all beautiful colors he experiments with! Hope you enjoy them as much as I have this morning...

And lastly a little tid bit from Eric and how he describes his design style.

"My overall design vision is “The Modernization of Tradition”. Creating timeless interiors that embrace a variety of styles with a clean, contemporary edge. I enjoy taking a fresh approach to design, one that stretches the imagination – a new approach to the familiar."

What type of tree are you?

I realized this year, that I like to stuff trees full of ornaments and lights. What tree are you - colored lights or white? Themed ornaments or a mixture? Tall or Fat...or both? We went to get our tree yesterday and after it was all decorated, we realized it needed some more - so off to the store we went! And I'm glad we did...it is beautiful! Here are some other trees to help inspire your tree decorating this year....

White House Tree

Paris Department store tree

Not too sure about the pink one...but it is cute! Merry Christmas!

unique christmas ideas

Everyone wants to find just the right gift for that special someone this time of year. I love to try and find something different and unique...something that they may not have seen before! Here are some eye catching fun stocking stuffers from MZ Wallace.

Pink Cotton Tips

Cleansing Clothes with Moisturizer

Fish Soap

Penguin Paper Clips

holiday entertaining ideas

I can't believe tomorrow is December already....you all know what that means. Party time! This morning I have been inspired by some great ideas from Hip Hostess.The cluster of bulbs would be such a fun idea with Christmas lights for a holiday chandelier. I am slightly obsessed with the marshmallow dippers! These would work with kids and adults....dip them in cocoa or cocoa & peppermint schnapps for a delicious adult beverage! The table settings are all from Celebrations at Home...beautiful ideas sure to impress your guests.

Happy party planning!

SPIRE offers amenities for the masses

SPIRE is one of the fastest selling high-rise condos in the Nation! It's no surprise when you read about all the amenities they offer and a lifestyle that would fit a wide range of homeowners.

Gorgeous views of the Rocky Mountains, while still enjoying the energy and accessibility of downtown Denver....surely this would be a place I could definitely get used to. Sustainable design throughout the building along with a dog park, pool deck, yoga garden, fitness center and private screening room are all reasons that make this spot quite desirable.  I think the dog park is my favorite! I've lived in the city with a dog...and nothing sounds better than having an off leash dog park in your own building!

painted glass

I'm working with a client now who is very opposed to grout and is interested in anything that will eliminate it all together. Here are some photos of a great kitchen backsplash idea....painted glass! You have the flexibility to paint it any color and the result is stunning, fresh, and practical!

holiday decorating

Wow...I can't believe the holiday season is already here! I am especially excited for Christmas this year in our new house; I wish I could go out and get a tree now! I'm looking for all sorts of fun, affordable ways to decorate this holiday season...here are some great ideas to get you started early.

Birch Ball from Shop Terrain

Mahogany Wreath from Shop Terrain

Burlap Stocking from Etsy.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Linen Flower Stocking from Etsy.com

Lollipops from inthepinkboutique.com

Peace Wreath from Pier 1 Imports

 

Stocking from Martha Stewart

 

Glitter Candles from Martha Stewart

Mistletoe Ball from Martha Stewart

 

Crystal Snowflake from Martha Stewart

Tazmania Ballroom Contemporan

Apartment Therapy posted these photos of the Tazmania Ballroom in Hong Kong and I just had to share them! The lighting design and color pallet are so dynamic; it sets a stunning atmosphere for a lounge.