Category: masculine

  • Bedroom Office Inspiration

    Bedroom Office Inspiration

    Beautiful ways to have a home office in your bedroom

    We finally hired a nanny 2 days a week so I can start getting back to work.  It is wonderful to have some help finally.  Working in the evenings after Leo went to bed has been taking it’s toll.  I love being back in my home office, but hubby works from home two days a week and there may be some days when we both need to work, but only have one desk available.  So we’ve been considering putting a desk in our bedroom for him to work from on the days he works from home.  Here are some office in the bedroom ideas I found.

    You’ll notice one common characteristic of a successful desk in the bedroom is that it doesn’t try to be a standout statement piece.  It matches the bedroom’s existing style and looks like it belongs.
    via Home Portfolio

    Another characteristic is that desks are either kept very minimal and clean, or they are treated like a piece of furniture one often finds in a bedroom, like a vanity or nightstand, and decorated with lamps and picture frames.

    via DecorPad

    via Decor Chick
    The desks chairs are also kept relatively inconspicuous.

    via Lonny

    I love this example because the desk actually has a computer on it, as I imagine 98% of all desks do!
    via Timeless Wrought Iron

    Do you have a desk in your master bedroom?  If so, how have you styled it?
    via Timeless Wrought Iron

  • Lovely living room in darker colors

    Lovely living room in darker colors

    Beautiful rooms don’t have to be lighter shades of color or whites. If you are brave enough, dark rich shades of color can make for a beautiful elegant living room. The living rooms below prove how lovely dark living rooms can be.

    Bright colored furniture keeps this living room modern instead of stuffy.  The white vaulted ceiling and pastel area rug also makes a chic contrast.

    This dark brown living room is yummy.  The artwork and pillows keep the area tailored with crisp graphics, and the shiny lamp and mirrors make for a polished look. So, properly learn room colours and what they mean.

    The dark gray moulding makes this living room masculine.  A large mirror behind the couch helps to amplify the natural light in the room.

    I really like the exposed brick paired with the modern white chairs. The portrait is a fun nod to the room’s historic past.

    This room is painted a dark gray, but the amazing large windows allow enough light that the room doesn’t feel too dark.  Those modern black and gold chairs are amazing too!

    I wouldn’t ever think to match a rug and wall in the same color, but it works here.  The gallery wall breaks up the wall from being a giant panel of blue.  The burgundy curtains and accents throughout the room complete the jewel toned palette.
    Do you or have you ever had a dark living room?  Did you like it?
  • Why I love the color gray!

    Why I love the color gray!

    I know I have shared my love of neutrals all over this blog. The bright white crisp look is one of my favorites but so is gray. Here are a few examples why:
    It can coordinate with almost ANY color! It is so versatile, clean, and to me there’s something calming about it. 
    DON'T Forget the Headboard Taller headboards introduce a vertical element that can enlarge the sense of space:
    via bhg
    It can be masculine or feminine! There are an endless amount of ways you can style it to fit almost any style or preference.
    It can be warm and cozy and looks great with nature.
    It can make a statement and works great in children rooms too!
    I’ve also noticed it’s the best balance between the which shows more dirt discussion! It hides it quite well!
    Do you love gray as much as I do? 
  • Bathroom’s with a fun twist.

    Bathroom’s with a fun twist.

    Most bathrooms in a home are just your average bathroom with a touch of paint or wallpaper and maybe an updated mirror. Here are a few that are anything but traditional!
    To me this says, masculine doesn’t have to be boring!
    Do: Spread the light around. Have several different lighting sources. Put them high, low and in-between.
    via yahoo
    Country meets luxury!
    Neutral elegance or a day at the spa!
    https://www.echopaul.com/ #bathroom #ideas Master bathroom idea, love it.
    via indulgy
    Masculine with texture!
    Simple with a touch of fun!
  • Timeless transitional

    Transitional can take so many leans, I guess that’s why I like it so much. It also has a timeless appeal, and timeless equals good taste.

    via Houzz

    via Cure Design Group

    via Lonny

    via Houzz

    via Chango & CO.

    via Home and Design

    What do you think of transitional?

  • Show Off Your Design: Ann Ueno

    Show Off Your Design: Ann Ueno

    Today we are showing off the lovely design from Ann Ueno who blogs at House and Host (not to be missed!). Check out her space and what she has to say about her design process:

    Entryway – I LOVE wall galleries and the inspiration for this space was to be inviting, attention-grabbing supported by stories.  This gallery features all of my own personal photography (great way to create cheap art) of places my husband and I have traveled, combined with smaller accent pieces that welcome people into our home.  Our last name initial.  The ‘chateau’ sign from Anthropologie.  Small trio mirror (of course, you always need some mirror in entryway to apply lipstick, right?).

    Dining – the next two shots are our dining area.  The main asset here is the table.  I was very inspired by one of my favorite authors, Shauna Neiquist and the importance of hospitality, hosting and feeding friends and family alike.  In order to do that, you have to have enough space and a welcoming space.  So when I saw this amazing farmhouse table, which was relatively inexpensive and plus when I bought it, it was on sale (from Restoration Hardware).  The moments and memories we have had around this table will forever be stamped on my heart.  There already stains and spills and I love it.  It’s the way it’s supposed to be.  Imperfect, with incredible stories shared. (the chairs are Z Gallerie and I always get asked where they are from!!)
    Master BR – since becoming married, a challenge I face is trying to make sure our house isn’t TOO girly.  Of course, some areas still are.  But, I really tried to ensure our master bedroom had a balance of masculinity and femininity.  And the inspiration was from a hotel room.  My husband and I are both in the hotel business so that was my vision.  Dark navy walls, personal artwork and photography in the form of a gallery, clean white linens.  It works perfectly for us and I do think it creates a nice balance and a personal touch with our hotel backgrounds. 
    Last – just a fun styled shot of our living room coffee table.  I change this often so no big story here, other than taking cues from blogs and Pinterest on how to style a coffee table!

    Isn’t Ann’s space fab? Don’t forget to submit your Design to Show Off here on Decorology (See Instructions here)!

  • Show Off Your Design: Ann Ueno

    Show Off Your Design: Ann Ueno

    Today we are showing off the lovely design from Ann Ueno who blogs at House and Host (not to be missed!). Check out her space and what she has to say about her design process:

    Entryway – I LOVE wall galleries and the inspiration for this space was to be inviting, attention-grabbing supported by stories.  This gallery features all of my own personal photography (great way to create cheap art) of places my husband and I have traveled, combined with smaller accent pieces that welcome people into our home.  Our last name initial.  The ‘chateau’ sign from Anthropologie.  Small trio mirror (of course, you always need some mirror in entryway to apply lipstick, right?).

    Dining – the next two shots are our dining area.  The main asset here is the table.  I was very inspired by one of my favorite authors, Shauna Neiquist and the importance of hospitality, hosting and feeding friends and family alike.  In order to do that, you have to have enough space and a welcoming space.  So when I saw this amazing farmhouse table, which was relatively inexpensive and plus when I bought it, it was on sale (from Restoration Hardware).  The moments and memories we have had around this table will forever be stamped on my heart.  There already stains and spills and I love it.  It’s the way it’s supposed to be.  Imperfect, with incredible stories shared. (the chairs are Z Gallerie and I always get asked where they are from!!)
    Master BR – since becoming married, a challenge I face is trying to make sure our house isn’t TOO girly.  Of course, some areas still are.  But, I really tried to ensure our master bedroom had a balance of masculinity and femininity.  And the inspiration was from a hotel room.  My husband and I are both in the hotel business so that was my vision.  Dark navy walls, personal artwork and photography in the form of a gallery, clean white linens.  It works perfectly for us and I do think it creates a nice balance and a personal touch with our hotel backgrounds. 
    Last – just a fun styled shot of our living room coffee table.  I change this often so no big story here, other than taking cues from blogs and Pinterest on how to style a coffee table!

    Isn’t Ann’s space fab? Don’t forget to submit your Design to Show Off here on Decorology (See Instructions here)!

  • A great book for all my girly girls out there

    A great book for all my girly girls out there

    The aptly titled “Hers,” by Jacqueline deMontravel is a treasure trove of inspiration and ideas to feminize your space, no matter what your style.   The book starts off with the “queen” of all feminine rooms, the bedroom.  The bedroom section was definitely may favorite, and helps you narrow down colors, details, fabrics, and layering.

    I love this bedroom, and the balance between masculine and feminine. I’m also crazy about the delicate lace trimmed sheet paired with the chocolate brown coverlet. Perfect.

    Like I said before, this book isn’t just about glitzy glam rooms.  It doesn’t matter what your style, you can still apply the suggested methods.

    The bedroom section was my favorite, but the book also covers other rooms in other chapters, like home offices, outside spaces, creating your own personal space, accommodating guests, and accessorizing. 

    If this book sounds like just the motivation you’ve been needing for your home, you can buy it online here.