Classic Palette

Blue and white is such a fresh and crisp color palette. It can be done in a formal manner or a casual one. Whether you are designing a relaxing beach house or a grand plantation style house, blue and white is a classic go to combo! Here are some examples of blue and white done formally and a few casual examples. I also love how Chinese pottery works so well in these rooms.

Chic Designs

I am mostly familiar with Laura Kirar through her furniture and accessory line at Baker. Her style is very chic and sophisticated. I love how she uses shapes within her furniture and interiors. Although many of her rooms are clean and contemporary they are softened with the use of organic materials. Flowers, branches and stone are usually found in some aspect of her rooms. Here are a few highlights and some pieces from Baker Furniture..

Flor

Flor carpet tiles have been around for a awhile now. I have never used them but love the looks and function of them. They seem perfect for families with pets and children. They make garages look absolutely livable. With are so many colors and patterns the design options are limitless!

Deck the Halls...

I like to put up my Christmas decorations the weekend after Thanksgiving. It's a lot of work and I like to enjoy the decorations for a least a month before packing them all away again. My favorite place to shop for holiday decor is Neiman Marcus. This year they have a collection that I really like called Champagne Frost. Here are a few items from some of their collections and images of fully decorated living spaces to inspire you!

Setting the Table

Thanksgiving is here and feels too early! I think it's because of the endless Summer we had here is Southern California but it just doesn't feel like Thanksgiving should be here yet. But alas, it is and tables need to be set and turkeys need to be cooked. This year I am drawn to crisp, bright, settings probably because it is still hot outside. So if you need some inspiration for setting your holiday table...here it is!

Simple Pumpkin with a White Runner

Burberry Runner, Fall Leaves, and White Pumpkins

Leaves and Candles

Branches and Tapers

Candles and Twigs

Traditional Fall Setting

There's a Place in France...

You know the old saying "Don't judge a book by its cover"? Well, I am of the opinion that a cover should match its contents. But sometimes it doesn't....and that can be a good thing! Take this house in France...

Such a beautiful, traditional house...I expected to see scrolled arm sofas in velvet and gilt framed oil paintings. Instead it's this....

Modern Sofas and Tables

Polished Concrete Floors

Traditional Beams and Fireplace Juxtaposed with Clean Lined Furniture

Rustic Wood Flooring with Oversized Drum Shades

Totally Modern Kitchen

Light and Airy Master

Masculine Bathroom Softened by Pooling Drapes

Rustic Sliding Doors

Character is brought to most spaces through architectural elements. Moldings, archways, beams, casings, and doors are the adjectives of a home. Rustic sliding doors add instant architecture to a variety of spaces. They can be used as closet or pantry doors, window coverings, room dividers or used to hide a TV when not in use. Here are a few inspiration rooms....