Currently Loving: Artesian Bar by David Collins

<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRzNuhlGWPEYaBHhHi65LNqSgtiE4fwS2NZ8drYcWkW1b84q9_8VfzzQRRvizFjWpeIAQRcbnVOo2dIbTGPf5AABPGLRj-ycIFVvZH_4r1moA2GHorj1RXiXPVaYke3xBD8juzDR7znQw/s1600-h/david%252520collins%252520artesian%25255B5%25255D.png"><img alt="david collins artesian" border="0" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwbik5QGnY_BHTaHZAYQRXKWpKxBF9R6T4sm_gb-bAnvAplyfNW3PIlwmv0G9yuvePKUXHrPR6yEZ2LYzftuYi4S9yrTB-KjWL5cWI0KgJBp6lDM4CniMHz8BaYbcONOQcgREZBHNBg_o/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="david collins artesian" width="620" /></a></p> <p>London-based <a href="http://www.davidcollins.com/index.php">David Collins</a> is one of my favorite designers in the world.I usually don’t think twice about a person calling his or herself a decorator or a designer, but for anyone who might be wondering, Mr. Collins is a designer in the true sense of the word. He doesn’t just plan and decorate spaces, he also designs furniture, lighting and offers branding and architectural design as part of his services, creating something beautiful from nothing. The man is a creative genius. Time and time again, I am blown away by the sophisticated, glamorous spaces her creates. I constantly look forward to seeing new projects from him and it always feels like Christmas when I come across a new project of his. <a href="http://www.davidcollins.com/projects/hotel-bars-bespoke/artesian-bar-the-langham-hotel-london">The Artesian Bar</a> at the Langham Hotel in London is no exception. Every last detail in this bar is stunning from the lighting to the lavender color palette and the Asian influences that are evident throughout the space. </p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIN-ENen0jLl_W-zsWH5xulO2Jw5dBUoxp_Fd3g07mdnpPJ0lNTSXZA0jlGYACwVYM-9hyphenhyphendgoPo69ZSI7MlGgaPPK51-KYUmq54ZgdzxJ-KvycV-DfGE7lp3oofQdWd7u-x2kXAHX4ORQ/s1600-h/david%252520collins%252520artesian2%25255B5%25255D.png"><img alt="david collins artesian2" border="0" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJtSF5EOLAP7DGmtChOxJhCA4irCmruFl1sPmGLkQr36kdXsYah_UgTaYRCVkKHvyKjS4d6S5RsvE1QHipKBB_WWOOeM5kx9Alhw08MPsPQXWi05xpIHz8Qlv_MEWBRMaujZvj4Zh7MVlT/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="david collins artesian2" width="620" /></a></p> <p>Take a look at the gorgeous details in this shot. The mirror inlay on the walls is beyond! Everything is so rich and sumptuous. Other cities should take note as London has some of the best design hotels, restaurants, and bars in the world and the Artesian certainly falls into that category. Perhaps Mr. Collins should take his talents to cities like Madrid which offer a very small selection of design destinations as I recently discovered while planning our upcoming trip.</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNBzTa4SOkmr1UfrQjah8BJ38InqHqJ1tK1u3SMp4rVRNkP3KJ8C_5L8_BZj4ZrtJCRAGnGPmRW-pCLKjFpM5GvXe8F0b3awgc92nO6l4ToE8lxuOTlDwTI4FEh7OQ_RGBPoVd6dP5uCI/s1600-h/david%252520collins%252520artesian3%25255B5%25255D.png"><img alt="david collins artesian3" border="0" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitRaxyPdlsRh7ap5yla9YLrjNabplkyQA9bfK_tJIOqIEKkf7eeRPwZxxUxS0UHVyMmrB_dhKUk6z280670pD73EjNhXOHkio4CFcMpFA-msjbqgz8M1d7OFjkJTyCnmVO3dtfeLVyl6F6/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="david collins artesian3" width="620" /></a></p> <p>Things take a slightly more classic turn in the Artesian’s bathrooms where Mr. Collins has opted for clean lines and timeless finishes. Is anyone else feeling inspired to hop on a plane to London to experience this gorgeous space in person? I’ll be at the bar!</p> <p> </p> <p align="center">{Image Source: <a href="http://www.davidcollins.com/index.php">David Collins Studio</a>}</p>

Currently Loving: Artesian Bar by David Collins

London-based David Collins is one of my favorite designers in the world.I usually don’t think twice about a person calling his or herself a decorator or a designer, but for anyone who might be wondering, Mr. Collins is a designer in the true sense of the word. He doesn’t just plan and decorate spa…

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Dream Home: Arianna Belle

I have loved seeing the ways in which everyone who has participated in the "Dream Home" series since last December has taken rooms that are either new to us and even some we've seen and loved for some time and have made them look completely fresh and exciting within the context of their dream homes. I am in love with the post that Arianna of <a href="http://ariannabelle.com/blog/">Arianna Belle Organized Interiors</a> has put together for us today. Many of these images are new to me, while others are old favorites and they all look absolutely perfect together. I love the classic, romantic sensibility of this home. Fabulous job, Arianna!  <div style="text-align: center"> <div style="text-align: justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_H1F0Eiu3qpVMh75Wam8GBjxheDXW0p9MXhIBS0P4-vFnM4vn3lpUW414IpkyJeM06oIJUhcOhJNhmnaZrSxmlCOMA0JK0zm18hswfZy9QNnhBTdRBRgggBrjwhF5ROTOFf81B5eBhPSO/s1600-h/arianna%252520blog%25255B5%25255D.png"><img alt="arianna blog" border="0" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEHIrZWIrXFum0lVcTlNcUn8zJAgoQynCj3ncxpIm9TAOCmD3KEPYkztSTUksnn4l3L5fRkLLZDEnEB_v5GjpcVoOxI8PkWsaandxx7rQ5zmwJA8AQ3jTyCbBi3jrQoOX_OXdaTutiwryp/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="arianna blog" width="568" /></a></div> <div style="text-align: justify"> </div> <div style="text-align: justify">Thank you Paloma for inviting me to participate in this series. Putting together this post was such a fun exercise! My dream home would have beautiful curb appeal. I love the exterior of this home <span style="font-style: italic; font-size: 85%">(below)</span> though I'd probably add a bit more to the landscaping (maybe roses or hydrangeas) to make it a bit more lush... </div> <img alt="1- exterior.jpg" height="647" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6061/6088200310_5058ac402d_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">The entry door would be painted a fun color (maybe blue like the one below) and would have beautiful little details like a unique knob... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="2- entry.jpg" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6062/6088200684_0db6af294a_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">The "formal" living room would be bright and inviting... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="3- formal_livingroom" height="514" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6075/6088236576_ab52971f31_o.jpg" width="450" /> <div style="text-align: justify">The kitchen would have white cabinetry (with glass front upper cabinets), marble counter-tops, pendant lighting, and a big island in the middle with some seating, since the kitchen always tends to be a hang out spot... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><span style="text-decoration: underline"><img alt="4 -kitchen" height="1708" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6082/6088218392_732c787c8b_o.jpg" width="500" /> </span> <div style="text-align: justify">There'd also be a little breakfast nook in the corner surrounded by windows to allow for lots of natural light as well as views of the backyard greenery... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><span style="text-decoration: underline"><img alt="breakfastnook.jpg" height="398" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6206/6089760390_af7b6708fb_o.jpg" width="550" /> </span> <div style="text-align: justify">Speaking of backyard, just outside the kitchen would be a garden where my husband and I could grow our own organic veggies and herbs. There would also be an accompanying garden shed... </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="10 -garden.jpg" height="399" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6076/6088200338_446ab8790a_o.jpg" width="550" /></div> <div style="text-align: justify">Back inside, the dining room would be perfect for entertaining. It would have a long table enough to seat at least six, white framed chairs, a chandelier (or two!) and a fireplace... </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="diningroom.jpg" height="757" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6189/6087731539_2a0f74fded_o.jpg" width="500" /></div> </div> <div style="text-align: left"> <div style="text-align: justify">The living room would also have a fireplace, as well as framed artwork, elegant lighting, cozy throws, and comfy seating... </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="livingroom.jpg" height="619" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6186/6093748685_74b52916a6_o.jpg" width="500" /> </div> A blue George Smith sofa just like Sofia Coppola's would be perfect! </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="sofiacoppola-livingroom.jpg" height="544" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6075/6094286920_914e989fff_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">My home office would be a bit glam with a mirrored desk, a lucite table lamp, gold accessories, and fresh flowers... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><span style="text-decoration: underline"><img alt="8- home_office.jpg" height="351" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6191/6089636800_56b3292668_o.jpg" width="497" /> </span> <div style="text-align: justify">Framed artwork on the walls and gorgeous drapery framing large windows would make for a beautiful hallway... </div> <img alt="hallway.jpg" height="630" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6066/6089090715_94fe859a9d_o.jpg" width="450" /> <div style="text-align: left">The guest room would be serene and fresh... <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="guest-bed.jpg" height="596" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6079/6094286740_e4e6dcf7ed_o.jpg" width="458" /> </div> A bright clean guest bath would be adjacent... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="guest-bath.jpg" height="577" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6066/6094286682_7b32573b83_o.jpg" width="452" /> <div style="text-align: justify">The nursery <span style="font-size: 85%">{<span style="font-style: italic">for my hypothetical kid(s</span>)}</span> would be soothing yet bright and cheerful... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="14- kidsroom.jpg" height="704" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6073/6088200526_494f4b7c21_o.jpg" width="549" /> <div style="text-align: justify">There would also be a colorful playroom with toy cubbies, bookshelves, a window seat, and lots of floor space... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="playroom" height="349" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6196/6090565886_f54eeab35d_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">The master bedroom would be tranquil and have a king sized plush bed with luxurious sheets... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="16- masterbedroom.jpg" height="661" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6085/6088200584_8963fd15c3_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">A balcony would be accessible through the bedroom and would be the perfect spot for enjoying a cup of coffee in the mornings or simply a few moments of fresh air... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="17- bedroom balcony.jpg" height="592" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6079/6087654599_019b223e38_o.jpg" width="450" /> <div style="text-align: justify">The master bath would have double sinks, floor to ceiling white subway tiles, a rainshower, and most importantly a luxurious tub... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="11- masterbath" height="800" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6083/6093496556_9928585b2c_o.jpg" width="535" /> <div style="text-align: left">There would be two walk-in closets. One for me... </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="14- closethers2" height="620" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6203/6089811692_ab2d406b0e_o.jpg" width="476" /> <div style="text-align: left">one for him... </div> </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="19- closethis.jpg" height="563" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6080/6087654671_7268df67aa_o.jpg" width="450" /></div> <div style="text-align: left">Both beautifully organized of course ;-) </div> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="12- library2.jpg" height="415" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6085/6089636618_fede5b9e33_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: left">The library would be a quiet refuge with cozy spots for reading and unwinding... </div> <img alt="12- library.jpg" height="561" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6061/6088200446_3fd4f426fa_o.jpg" width="450" /> <div style="text-align: left">The sunroom would be another great spot for relaxing... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="6 -sunroom.jpg" height="588" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6198/6087654843_30c299891f_o.jpg" width="450" /> <div style="text-align: left">as well as the hammock out on the backyard... </div> <img alt="9- hammock.jpg" height="500" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6081/6087654975_bd667ceca9_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">Last but not least, my dream home would have a beautiful outdoor living area. Something like this... </div> </div> <div style="text-align: center"> <div style="text-align: center"><img alt="7- outdoorsittingarea.jpg" height="703" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6089/6088200900_4deb75ba6b_o.jpg" width="500" /> <div style="text-align: justify">...with a pergola, flowers everywhere, a fireplace and comfortable seating, would be the perfect spot for enjoying evenings with good company. </div> </div> <div style="text-align: left"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%">image credits: </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">exterior</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - <a href="http://www.gleysteendesign.com/">gleysteen design</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">entrance</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - domino; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">formal living room </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%">- photography by <a href="http://www.staceybrandford.com/">stacey brandford</a> via <a href="http://houseandhome.com/design/bright-neutral-living-room">house and home</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">kitchen</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> 1- via <a href="http://milkandhoneyhome.com/">milk and honey home</a>, 2- design by jennifer dyer via mar/apr '11 issue of <a href="http://www.lonnymag.com/decorate/kitchens">lonny</a>, 3- unknown; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">breakfast nook </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%">1- <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/20590916/">pin</a>, 2- <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/132485228/">pin</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">garden</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/marthas-vegetable-garden-in-bedford#slide_6">martha stewart</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">garden shed</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - better homes and gardens; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">dining room</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> -via <a href="http://www.elliman.com/new-york-city/manhattan/west-village/23-perry-street/perry-street/lyzoafs">prudential douglas elliman real estate</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">living room</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> 1-william sonoma, 2- house + garden magazine; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">office</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> 1- photography by norman jean roy, 2- shot from the devil wears prada; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">hallway</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> -<a href="http://www.blumenfeldinteriors.com/holly3.html">blumenfeld interiors</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">guest room</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - via <a href="http://styleathome.com/">style at home</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">guest bath</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/cm/countryliving/images/White-bathroom-MKOVR0405-de-62997652.jpg">country living</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">nursery</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> (all) - <a href="http://sarahrichardsondesign.com/">sarah richardson</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">playroom</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> via <a href="http://designyourrevolution.blogspot.com/2010/09/colorful-playrooms.html">design revolution</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">master bedroom </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%">- photography by <a href="http://www.melanieacevedo.com/">melanie acevedo</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">bedroom balcony</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - via <a href="http://oliveaux.blogspot.com/2010/04/thank-you.html">oliveaux blog</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">master bath </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%">1- photography by jose picayo via </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"><a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/decorating/kansas-city-style-0807">house beautiful</a>, 2- <a href="http://elledecor.com/">elle decor</a>, 3-photography by jose picayo via <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/decorating/kansas-city-style-0807">house beautiful</a>, 4- via <a href="http://oliveaux.blogspot.com/">oliveaux blog</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">her closet</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - jan/feb '11 issue of <a href="http://lonnymag.com/issues/13-jan-feb-2011/pages/73#p72">lonny</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">his closet</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/tour-kevin-sharkeys-new-apartment#slide_12">martha stewart</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">library</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> 1-shot from something's gotta give via <a href="http://www.architecturaldigest.com/homes/spaces/2007/07/somethingsgottagive_slideshow#slide=3">architectural digest</a> 2-unknown; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">sunroom</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - unknown; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">hammock</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%"> - french country home by jocelyn sibuet via <a href="http://dressdesigndecor.blogspot.com/2010/06/long-weekend.html">dress design decor</a>; </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold">outdoor living area </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(153,153,153); font-size: 78%">- <a href="http://bhg.com/">better homes and gardens</a></span> </div> </div> </div>

Dream Home: Arianna Belle

I have loved seeing the ways in which everyone who has participated in the "Dream Home" series since last December has taken rooms that are either new to us and even some we've seen and loved for some time and have made them look completely fresh and exciting within the context of their dream homes.…

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Style Profile: David Scott Interiors

<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6KhbCBHrd4mya-v7pG06rJsGy_7XtgTHqAZIPgZMuIjMH5xXr7N6AKXG53phjWey3YUpQ8pAWWFn2IbvfLzLSXkyQYLdLME97GTaoRp0D8Ax-zXrahpDPF7kz0Xa3tWnIzRM35WV1N2yJ/s1600-h/david%252520scott7%25255B3%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott7" border="0" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJmV2Qxog8KQbFXvGFggEXuVkFCQ8R-aREZHrVbZ6AMTvwdG1fYDDNsx8lV_j7iWYVZln3REzGMY3Sk9M1Mgt5kfGHBI_DX4oL9FH5QzIZRC_FODLfK9paoSvqo5LNoVkz9HQlHoZsK8Vk/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott7" width="620" /></a></p> <blockquote> <p align="center">{A Contemporary, Eclectic New York Apartment Designed by David Scott Interiors}</p> </blockquote> <p>I recently came across the work of New York-based interior designer, <a href="http://www.davidscottinteriors.com/" target="_blank">David Scott</a> for the first time. It is always so refreshing to find a designer whose work is both new and inspiring to you, especially here in blog land where it seems that we often focus on the same designers over and over again. David’s work is tailored and sophisticated, a reflection of his personal aesthetic as well as his surroundings. For nearly twenty years, David Scott Interiors has produced chic spaces perfectly suited to both town and country. His work has appeared in publications such as Architectural Digest, The New York Times, and Gotham magazine. </p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF1NxW5Ci4r4QsUAmJDrnLqbNCdWp07H7XagpW8nUswizv02IIV_2F_AWaNTEMFOrL8gOVH9hSFenepd2W8ukW1zlXQaxGb1I1SrNkbNGcFyOnSr4YGjnicKq6_59OwTpyE-wVfwJkFYE/s1600-h/david%252520scott8%25255B3%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott8" border="0" height="597" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Ya8Dj4fNkd3KhoF8_xrMbNvlvNGTvHE-LhCgrsnkfFDYayBlFzGJmjNcqBOABs6zFl8RC6yrTn1xKS_rMqrjNxacxhu3bPwxBz4tsZnxJAc9M-CN8sbNrRgrp8UoUZG_VpH0gr4r52o/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott8" width="400" /></a></p> <p align="center">{An Elegant Bathroom Filled with Unique Touches, Such as the Unique Vanity and Tilework}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9IelGCCpPVtZECcMR-ce8BQXQwPFkC_w2sfHE6pEwdq5my2R-BR1DfYAQCUqn6aM0NYvHWog0jbsrlEYwdn1KblfjReWNDK8smTKk4pPeZyoXlovYFBw5eAKVpkNDnBJEVao_gPAClaRz/s1600-h/david%252520scott9%25255B2%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott9" border="0" height="595" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGw9SnXbb3EJdWe4LQu1uc5tCVhsgDCFLaIXPsYIMJsYlwoPkAPuvAEN69_lcSwoNI1czqEyF7J-X9jU9t3eqIRXNbOnRF0rOcILb9_r6H0fi73mw8ayaobcbsvF9ndg4UxlikXvk-pu_P/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott9" width="399" /></a></p> <p align="center">{The New York Galley Kitchen Goes Chic}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-2eD7l5HnR8WoESZvqYCpxPMbflTdC4BGY-WmEU84P3PF1-Mv-JnFSrJuOSkqO5-2rInq87be41eUfgJjh6ht1JdeHcCjmgSE4iTLvAez88kES68l5e8uPP4IrO4VUa51AEXx4T7iUbC7/s1600-h/david%252520scott10%25255B2%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott10" border="0" height="591" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzW0NVAaDwXxffX_aWY_5kDmjLxZ_s9DIzTBQOihYlXTj0R4Vtq4J5ASeOYUleJ_Ei1_RnJZ9jj2_IPLezsUeNYy1pEVU07a2kvI2AHXL06XinQA5BhKavbrH6sZbQmQ-9ZU7DZfZQvqU/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott10" width="396" /></a></p> <p align="center">{I love the choice of fabrics in this child’s room.}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicYsGu9RhLMv2k3kXB5EINblDl3aSquycJdQKK9mEult8A2wKJZj9ZDp9-aGEvNQ5_rummbtnFKeTJwfxcCF2Fl0gh9N9rXrrM4hImdoHtpemNboFz7il539AWCYWTAm1Ki3uIg2h6iIuQ/s1600-h/david%252520scott4%25255B3%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott4" border="0" height="421" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX3T-SCwb8DLGiOE29266NL7S_u1HkO8-d1-Agnv-SEw0g1DsAlYp8JjKXnqJ72JQI4MI83xsGW4YAtL2dXSd2q05zuPgFFsbIUHscCrgUPBGOXW6h64EMFcqaiAMIbceUmfqO-dJsc2k/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott4" width="620" /></a></p> <p align="center">{A Tailored, yet Casual Living Room}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNeAuw4PBJTnhaKk0O3A0T1e1VFLqVTEDw7bCLGl97sD6_5zCBmtFPeu2vNvow2JdT-ZEiDvZUK0cMjR3-5TP4qgN-oVt5r8EOqpGKQTaBbHgaGnij6ZKRQ480g7lKRHqI6X3X4XigxTwd/s1600-h/david%252520scott6%25255B3%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott6" border="0" height="415" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix1B-im6Mq5PJo4JFeEGAsB0WP0chR8r2xMozVufFwATAS91mCcgUWCNEBxouW_L_hRaXpPI3tNfx1Qy6riD8QInZ84fePJ3JMVeHXsdotYjB79Fsv41Z5GjuwM9OgwtBXdQ6O0oqZpbuR/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott6" width="620" /></a></p> <p align="center">{A Stylish Kitchen with all of the Classic Elements}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidFe4FaEI1y1xLio-VATrPC3CKgH9S1MMdBYXF6V-JvovhYGuPkls8rwASQZnfJaJzH_jyH26TclXhE6Vs3u_n_SxdtEhsbi0NXpjOwrXeOQXEgws97bY6bCxoY91UzFHaNMWHq-9xB9A/s1600-h/david%252520scott5%25255B2%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott5" border="0" height="594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC1Hc2ER22zsJfTdkN629vaZ76eqZv9kPNdYQ1eRqbEdV1o3C_dnz96l7E0QjRq-wjxuvNqcUbQWAKxMSpZ57yG5vAcweAdGyeRujwF1RB3aja1Moa5HKJUwzfyuDQ3TkdzGsXSwpJAM3S/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott5" width="399" /></a></p> <p align="center">{The white clapboards and the styling in this space are just lovely.}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbLHOUaT3P0vIXc_SvvOFy8s3cnQEchXg1ax7fak1M4MR_QcV0eWaWpHF1vlQRdHrAy0E2j7V-pBN84dD_iZsz0P7dcQxaZXfxNfdzfgusIfrTaaX-2jEnyMIbDZMWhBsWN0xyhOWgIsk/s1600-h/david%252520scott3%25255B3%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott3" border="0" height="413" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOxSJzBeg3bK8HtHlEjNYbms-jwM_XCb1knICqU9XMPd5ylk-YwaYS_K1xcKWMyR2XoBroRRhp-ipD6YFzDyz578LbgnJnY9Qxz7DYEIogmM026wEqvLIfPi5WfeOqZCXRK_y1fxNkBhZN/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott3" width="620" /></a></p> <p align="center">{A Tailored Living Room Filled with Textures and Patterns}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIuFr3ZlRaNgd93HpY0OmttsurSiK16I6xG3HomC-QyX-2AWZ82WxDBjTbcXhXLL5TBMLyWFAvBNTvkUSHugUbPa0fApPplRpnSY_JhSoIFsEBSGBi84vVUUKu6MSwy_KzSEAWCC9la1Y/s1600-h/david%252520scott2%25255B3%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott2" border="0" height="436" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU64gYbTV9abj3g7IgHhQ8a6WECQwbPvOrRKgzrFS-BSkD47DYOhKIsogppToA4gZDjqWE9pg-E53pWniZTT-M-CwlmhtTJylVOzQPF5u7ee-q6WEM3G0rrusu81VSDSgZFF5_xFg0C3w/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott2" width="620" /></a></p> <p align="center">{This is such a handsome bedroom. I love the bed and the combination of linens. This color palette looks very luxurious.}</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzDIQN7XkBP9clXK2wnumdEHhaxyAEPGfyrDQ22bKZaM2mAcT_gAgbVyNQGVBVIxs7QjNA7PEEz0PJgb_DT6LDJIR3hieb-QDwGrhek6MWDanrXKO0rte0XrmmGGRe-dOAPn5SUtJHx_0/s1600-h/david%252520scott%25255B2%25255D.png"><img alt="david scott" border="0" height="596" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLRQd0Qj4vBody5leptFIdKDWSeY5fyuir2Eqpm0M17zMMtMktrdDUN_Gz8pxreh6K8SVQeza92TLLQdCueMldqxEMfLxIz-nu3_hooHxgDPLIcyFnarmFyJG11xwuYBZzQCg8J1RXk4jT/?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="david scott" width="483" /></a></p> <p align="center">{The Drapes, Gorgeous Mirror, and Art-Deco Inspired Chandelier are Just a Few of the Lovely Touches in this Corridor}</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center">{Images via <a href="http://www.davidscottinteriors.com/" target="_blank">David Scott Interiors</a>}</p>

Style Profile: David Scott Interiors

{A Contemporary, Eclectic New York Apartment Designed by David Scott Interiors} I recently came across the work of New York-based interior designer, David Scott for the first time. It is always so refreshing to find a designer whose work is both new and inspiring to you, especially here in bl…

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This Week’s Quote

<p><img border="0" src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/135743327_VSHcE12I_c.jpg" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" /></p> <p><img height="390" src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/144061096_aKkC8diq_c.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="390" /></p> <p> </p> <p align="center">{Images via <a href="http://pinterest.com/ladolcevitablog/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>}</p>

This Week’s Quote

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Fabulous Room Friday 08.26.11

<p><img height="477" src="http://www.aleciastevens.com/images/designPortfolio/edinaStoneHouse/03.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="620" /></p> <p align="left">I recently came across this fabulous kitchen by Minneapolis designer, <a href="http://www.aleciastevens.com/">Alecia Stevens</a> and immediately fell in love with every chic detail. I love the classic checkerboard floor and the beautiful, pale grey cabinets. I am a huge fan of pairing light grey with gold accents and this kitchen absolutely nails the look with the use of brass hardware, plumbing fixtures, LaCornue range, and of course, lighting. The <a href="http://www.visualcomfort.com/login.aspx">Visual Comfort</a> lighting in this kitchen makes the room even more fabulous! If you missed my <a href="http://paloma81.blogspot.com/2011/08/back-to-work.html">announcement on Wednesday</a>, I am now the Director of Marketing for Visual Comfort. Shown here are two of the popular <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/search_results.aspx?q=goodman">Goodman Hanging Lamp</a> over the island and a <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=3325">Clark Ceiling Light</a> over the sink. Both fixtures are shown in Hand-Rubbed Antique Bronze.</p> <p><img border="0" height="500" src="http://www.aleciastevens.com/images/designPortfolio/edinaStoneHouse/04.jpg" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" width="650" /></p> <p align="left">The graphic tile backsplash is stunning paired with the La Cornue range and brass accents. I absolutely LOVE this kitchen, but I can’t help but wonder if the backsplash will eventually look dated in five or ten years. Would you do something like this in your own home or do you prefer to admire it from afar? Do you choose to embrace trends now and update the look later on?</p> <p align="center">Have a wonderful weekend!</p> <p align="center">{Image Source: <a href="http://www.aleciastevens.com/index.htm">Alecia Stevens</a>}</p>

Fabulous Room Friday 08.26.11

I recently came across this fabulous kitchen by Minneapolis designer, Alecia Stevens and immediately fell in love with every chic detail. I love the classic checkerboard floor and the beautiful, pale grey cabinets. I am a huge fan of pairing light grey with gold accents and this kitchen absolutely…

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And the Winner is...

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic15WJuF0pqeNl2J6GFQ3l1enCgtN2vXg4eHj4iyozL2nI0GsFUTFKtVJmxnIDY-7kSTem1sGt9YnXi1nMkI0CTU6M_KRYzajC63oFcEPqVWsnnmYP__13nrxuOHX-ftFwJuQ1-O_W-JtG/s1600/plumpretty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic15WJuF0pqeNl2J6GFQ3l1enCgtN2vXg4eHj4iyozL2nI0GsFUTFKtVJmxnIDY-7kSTem1sGt9YnXi1nMkI0CTU6M_KRYzajC63oFcEPqVWsnnmYP__13nrxuOHX-ftFwJuQ1-O_W-JtG/s1600/plumpretty.jpg" /></a></div><br />Congratulations to Lauren Christine of <a href="http://goldenwhitedecor.blogspot.com/">Golden White Decor </a>who is the lucky winner of the lovely robe from <a href="http://www.plumprettysugar.com/">Plum Pretty Sugar Loungerie</a>! Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway and to Plum Pretty Sugar for sponsoring this contest.<br /><br />

And the Winner is...

Congratulations to Lauren Christine of Golden White Decor who is the lucky winner of the lovely robe from Plum Pretty Sugar Loungerie! Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway and to Plum Pretty Sugar for sponsoring this contest.…

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Love it or Leave it: A Lush Entrance

<p><img border="0" height="480" src="http://madelinestuart.com/images/interiors/Brentwood_Exterior01.jpg" width="619" /></p> <p>I recently came across this home while perusing designer,  <a href="http://madelinestuart.com/interiors.php?project=Brentwood&photo=1">Madeline Stuart’s</a> website and was immediately smitten. Located in Los Angeles’ gorgeous Brentwood neighborhood, this home exudes chic style and charm through the entrance alone. I don’t know what it is, but lately, I have been coming across so many beautiful homes located in Brentwood. Anyhow, I love the lush landscaping and the lovely ironwork surrounding this entrance, but I am sure this look isn’t for everyone. Something tells me this is one of those “love it or leave it” cases. Does this appeal to you or would you pass on this home?</p>

Love it or Leave it: A Lush Entrance

I recently came across this home while perusing designer,  Madeline Stuart’s website and was immediately smitten. Located in Los Angeles’ gorgeous Brentwood neighborhood, this home exudes chic style and charm through the entrance alone. I don’t know what it is, but lately, I have been coming acros…

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Back to work!

<img src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/104755595_2YTfQ7n0_c.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" /> <blockquote> <p align="center">{Illustration by <a href="http://inslee.net/" target="_blank">Inslee Haynes</a>}</p> </blockquote> <p>For the past three years, I have worked from home blogging, taking on freelance projects, and in the past year, starting and running High Gloss. As most of you know, a couple of weeks ago, we announced that High Gloss has come to an end. Your words of encouragement have truly helped us through what was a very difficult decision. But remember, I told you that we each have some exciting things going on. While I’ll let  Lauren and Dabney share their news when they feel the time is right, I am so excited to share my big change with you! </p> <p><img border="0" src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/71120773_EvZvHv8g_c.jpg" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" /></p> <p align="center">{Illustration by <a href="http://inslee.net/" target="_blank">Inslee Haynes</a>}</p> <p>I used to believe that the old adage of “everything happens for a reason” was kind of a cliché, but I truly have come to believe in these words over the past couple of years. I have often said that since I started this blog over four years ago, I have felt as if I’ve been on the journey that was meant for me, but I wasn’t quite sure what the final destination would be. While most of us will never really know what the final stop on our journey will be, we certainly do know when we arrive at a destination that feels perfectly right for us; the type of place we’d like to linger for a long time. I was lucky enough to arrive at that place just a few weeks ago. In the midst of analyzing the big decision of whether or not to continue with High Gloss, I was called in for a meeting to discuss social media strategy which led to an offer to be Director of Marketing for <a href="http://visualcomfort.com/login.aspx" target="_blank">Visual Comfort & Company</a>. I was both surprised and elated because it was all so unexpected, it was an incredible opportunity, and the timing could not have been better. </p> <p><img alt="Visual Comfort" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6LuQegxgPN3jJZAaKO2fhlIPv3vwCvX9wvRE8h422F6zqJH7HYIq553db47EZkeetKFJjogNf0PAHynvOBQSiD7OtKBRCOlMgDJDXcRXQj6FXFDPVWnqOhFAW8P2KvzxmXZEX4wmfUPA/s1600/VC+Blog+Header2.PNG" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="585" /></p> <p>Whether you know the Visual Comfort name or not, chances are, you are probably very familiar with their products. The fabulous lighting selection at my beloved <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/" target="_blank">Circa Lighting</a> is manufactured by Visual Comfort. Visual Comfort sells to the trade while Circa Lighting sells to the public through its retail stores and website. For nearly twenty-five years, Visual Comfort has executed the vision of America’s most important designers including Ralph Lauren, Sandy Chapman, Thomas O’Brien, Barbara Barry, Alexa Hampton, and Suzanne Kasler. Every month, Visual Comfort’s designs appear in the pages of the top shelter magazines and are a topic of conversation on many of your blogs as they have been on mine. I am elated to be overseeing all aspects of marketing, brand identity, and brand awareness for Visual Comfort’s designer lighting collections as well as managing our social media efforts, directing the creation of marketing materials and advertising, and handling press and media relations. To say that this job is right up my alley might be an understatement! </p> <p><img alt="VC_AH3024PN-NP" border="0" height="546" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidh9qrERma6BFeGIewCE9vM7BzsKf0DNB7qj0EZavAfktmEZrWh56kNR3fxvf42XvCscvvxzYuM5JOKksdV2UZ75EOxOJPXz02b3fJhHk6FktaYlYytzbLH0_FY4JShnHaMsZbMQ_Ocjc/?imgmax=800" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="VC_AH3024PN-NP" width="441" /></p> <p>We’ve all adjusted to my working outside of our home full-time rather well, though it has been a big lifestyle change. Fabian’s mom is generous enough with her time to visit Tate every afternoon so that he doesn’t get too lonely and I am loving being in a traditional work environment again. I’ve been busy at work with several projects, including the implementation of Visual Comfort’s social media accounts. It would mean so much to me if you could show us some support and follow us on <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/Visual_Comfort" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Visual-Comfort-and-Company/258725097472935" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and the <a href="http://visualcomfort.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Visual Comfort Blog</a>. Thank you!</p>

Back to work!

{Illustration by Inslee Haynes} For the past three years, I have worked from home blogging, taking on freelance projects, and in the past year, starting and running High Gloss. As most of you know, a couple of weeks ago, we announced that High Gloss has come to an end. Your words of encourag…

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Dream Home: designstILes

<p align="left">Today, the stylish Irene from designstILes is sharing her "Dream Home" with us. I love the way she blends bohemian style with classic elegance. The result is beautiful and inviting. Enjoy!</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me"><img alt="designstILes" border="0" height="137" src="http://biz96.inmotionhosting.com/~desig162/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/design-logo.png" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" width="556" /></a></p> <p align="center">Hello, it's Irene from <a href="../">designstILes</a>. So flattered Paloma asked me to be a part of this fun series. I had to refresh my page a few times just to make sure her email was in fact meant to be sent to me.</p> <p align="center">My dream home consists of a colonial facade, filled with punches of color and patterned interiors.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/housefront.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6197" height="534" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/housefront.jpg" title="housefront" width="500" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">pinterest</span></p> <p align="center">Welcome to my dream crib.</p> <p align="center">That's Mr. Dream Car too.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/foyer-housebeautiful.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6198" height="460" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/foyer-housebeautiful.jpg" title="foyer (housebeautiful)" width="360" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">housebeautiful</span></p> <p align="center">Foyer.</p> <p align="center">Natural light is a must. It's all throughout the house.</p> <p align="center">My owl is from Home Goods. Even though I'm rich and have a big house, I still like to keep it real.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/formallivingroom-lonnymag.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6199" height="444" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/formallivingroom-lonnymag.jpg" title="formallivingroom (lonnymag)" width="554" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">lonny</span></p> <p align="center">Formal living room where no one really hangs out. I usually only come in to water my orchid. Don't ask me how it stays alive.</p> <p align="center">In your face patterned ottomans are my favorite pieces in the room.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/diningroom-habituallychic.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6200" height="491" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/diningroom-habituallychic.jpg" title="diningroom (habituallychic)" width="339" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">lonny</span></p> <p align="center">Across the living room is the dining room. We rarely eat dinner in here. I'm uneasy about stains ruining my ikat chairs.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Kitchen2-housebeautiful.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6201" height="360" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Kitchen2-housebeautiful.jpg" title="Kitchen2 (housebeautiful)" width="460" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">housebeautiful</span></p> <p align="center">Adjacent to the dining room is the kitchen. I just made cookies, in case you're wondering why the milk is out. You came to visit on the right day.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Dining-Setting-area-designstiles.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6202" height="460" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Dining-Setting-area-designstiles.jpg" title="Dining Setting area (designstiles)" width="360" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">designstiles</span></p> <p align="center">This is the nook off the kitchen where we eat most of our meals. Oh look, more food.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Family-Room-lonny.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6203" height="371" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Family-Room-lonny.jpg" title="Family Room (lonny)" width="480" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">lonny</span></p> <p align="center">Family Room. We hang out in here a lot. My husband loves the pink ottoman.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/powderroomhousebeautiful.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6204" height="460" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/powderroomhousebeautiful.jpg" title="powderroom(housebeautiful)" width="360" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">housebeautiful</span></p> <p align="center">Powder Room. Love the natural wood mixed with wallpaper and faux bamboo pieces.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/officeruemag.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6205" height="679" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/officeruemag.jpg" title="office(ruemag)" width="454" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">rue</span></p> <p align="center">My home office. She's a beauty.</p> <p style="text-align: left" align="center"><img alt="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6209/6067835369_7d91d932a2.jpg" height="295" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6209/6067835369_7d91d932a2.jpg" width="329" /><img alt="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6183/6068380296_f089821617_m.jpg" height="295" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6183/6068380296_f089821617_m.jpg" width="238" /></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">nurserynotions</span></p> <p align="center">A playroom for my daughter and one day other sibling. It's not always this clean.</p> <p align="center">Follow me upstairs.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/hallwayinspirationfordecoration.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6211" height="479" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/hallwayinspirationfordecoration.jpg" title="hallway(inspirationfordecoration)" width="375" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">inspirationfordecoration</span></p> <p align="center">Sometimes my laptop and I hang out on that window seat. My dogs love looking out the window.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/laundryroombrynalexandra.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6212" height="512" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/laundryroombrynalexandra.jpg" title="laundryroom(brynalexandra)" width="331" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">brynalexandra</span></p> <p align="center">Glad I decided to put the laundry room upstairs. It's a lot easier not having to carry several loads up the stairs.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/GuestRoombetterhomesandgardens.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6213" height="480" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/GuestRoombetterhomesandgardens.jpg" title="GuestRoom(betterhomesandgardens)" width="360" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">better homes and gardens</span></p> <p align="center">Guest Room is what I call California Cool. Easy Breezy.</p> <p style="text-align: left" align="center"><img alt="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6186/6068399428_0ec5473aa4.jpg" height="400" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6186/6068399428_0ec5473aa4.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="267" /> <img alt="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6062/6067853889_3489c2068a.jpg" height="400" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6062/6067853889_3489c2068a.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="313" /></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">younghouselove/house beautiful</span></p> <p align="center">Guest Bath. We get lots of compliments on the clawfoot tub. Good choice.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/nurserypinterest.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6216" height="457" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/nurserypinterest.jpg" title="nursery(pinterest)" width="306" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">pinterest</span></p> <p align="center">Nursery. Dresser was a Craigslist find. I had it professionally painted.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/masterbedroomdecorpad.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6217" height="322" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/masterbedroomdecorpad.jpg" title="masterbedroom(decorpad)" width="400" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">decorpad</span></p> <p align="center">Master Bedroom. Even though I have an office, I added a desk to our room. I'm confused too.</p> <p style="text-align: left" align="center"><img alt="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6066/6068417856_a5bf4b47e8.jpg" height="408" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6066/6068417856_a5bf4b47e8.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="408" /> <img alt="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6190/6067872707_ba28ac9cf6.jpg" height="508" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6190/6067872707_ba28ac9cf6.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" width="383" /></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">coastal living/pinterest</span></p> <p align="center">Master Bath. The vanity was custom. Kept things classic with the white subway tile.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/closet-decorpad.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6221" height="375" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/closet-decorpad.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="closet (decorpad)" width="354" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">decorpad</span></p> <p align="center">My dressing room. I have lots of fancy dresses but don't really go to fancy parties. I like to be prepared.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/backyardtumblr.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-6222" height="352" src="http://designstiles.me/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/backyardtumblr.jpg" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="backyard(tumblr)" width="529" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: xx-small">tumblr</span></p> <p align="center">Big backyard where we host lots of bbqs and outdoor movie night come summer.</p> <p align="center">Sometimes I do cartwheels on the grass. No, not really.</p> <p align="center">Thanks for visiting my dream home. You should come by more often.</p> <p align="center">And thank you Paloma for having me!</p>

Dream Home: designstILes

Today, the stylish Irene from designstILes is sharing her "Dream Home" with us. I love the way she blends bohemian style with classic elegance. The result is beautiful and inviting. Enjoy! Hello, it's Irene from designstILes. So flattered Paloma asked me to be a part of this fun series. I had to …

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