Someday this...
Will hopefully look like these...
photograph by Stuart McIntyre, via desiretoinspire
from vitsoe.com
from flickr
It's going to be a challenge, but aren't these PK-22 chairs by Poul Kjaerholm beautiful?
May 18, 2010
May 13, 2010
The Difference a Bulb Makes
A few weeks ago I posted about the "new" light fixture we inherited. I used the photos of the standard white light bulb, which was there because it was the only extra bulb we had. Well, we finally changed the bulb to something more fitting - a simple clear globe. Obviously the fixture looks better, but what really surprised me was the sudden dramatic lighting effect created with the clear vs. white frosted glass. Our Kitchen has become a disco. Not really, but the lighting effect is pretty amazing. So for everyone who suggested the clear globe bulbs, here's a pic for you. Please ignore the frayed black cord (which will someday be replaced) and the horrific mini-blinds (which should probably be higher on our priority list than they are).
May 12, 2010
Inspiration: White / Walnut Kitchens
by Audrey Matlock via Desire to Inspire
I love the contrast of stark white with a warm wood like walnut in modern kitchens. I keep hoping for a client that wants this look, and yesterday I may have met that client... fingers crossed!
May 10, 2010
Deal of the Day
This rug is only $ 4.99 at the World Market in Park City (and I assume other locations too). I'm not sure where I'll put it, but who can resist a 5-dollar rug? Available in a couple other colors. Approximately 2'x3'.
May 9, 2010
Upholstered Dining Chairs
by Emma Jane Pilkington via Little Green Notebook
My good friend Nedra is looking to reupholster a set of dining chairs and she's torn between a neutral fabric or something more bold with color and pattern. I've offered to post some photos depicting various fabric prints to see if anything inspires her. Here are some fabric looks that I love and think could work really well in her setting. And the great thing is, if you don't want to commit to bold color, you can still use a bold pattern in a more neutral tone and get a very sophisticated look.
1) Trellis Patterns. Kelly Wearstler's Imperial Trellis fabric for Schumacher is a huge hit right now. I love the look of that as well as some of similar trellis patterns.
by Brown Design, Inc. via decorpad (I LOVE this space!)
via designlinesltd
via designlinesltd (love the yellow accents!)
2) Large Floral & Abstract Floral Prints.
by Little Green Notebook, using the oh-so-popular Chiang Mai Dragon fabric
Thomas Paul design for Duralee
Thomas Paul design for Duralee
3) Chevron pattern.
from 1st Dibs via Caitlin Creer
And one more thing... I've seen that indoor/outdoor fabrics, which are more comfortable and stylish than ever, are being used more and more in interior spaces, which might make sense for a dining room used by kids. Otherwise just make sure whatever you choose is durable and has some sort of stain treatment. Here is a great post from Spruce Austin about fabric durability.
Have fun Nedra!
May 5, 2010
Accent Color Interiors on Bookcases and Cabinetry
from Design Actually
I think this is a great DIY idea for adding personality to a room. Simply painting the interior of a shelving unit an accent color can add new life to an otherwise boring furniture piece, and it can really highlight whatever you might be displaying on those shelves. I've got a couple friends who have recently purchased new homes with ugly kitchen cabinetry, and I've recommended removing some of the wall cabinet doors and adding an accent color in the back of the open shelves, just for fun.
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Ana's bookcase from Design*Sponge
Cecille's home from Design*Sponge
Melanie's kitchen from Design*Sponge
May 4, 2010
Inspiration: Modern Staircases and Railings
A while ago I was helping a client plan an open-riser modern staircase and railing. I collected these images for inspiration. This was long before I thought about starting a blog, so unfortunately I did not save any of the photo sources, but I want you all to be able to drool over them as much as I did anyway. If anyone really wants specific info on any of these I'd be willing to search around for its original source.
(I took this one. The stair material is 3-form, and it's awesome!)
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