Category: pot rack

  • A 600 sq. ft. California Cabin Retreat

    A 600 sq. ft. California Cabin Retreat

    Stocked with finds from budget go-to’s like west elm and ikea, this rustic retreat was made beautiful on a modest budget. Even the cabin (it’s a rental) was found on craigslist!

    The cabin was built in the 1970’s, but they’ve managed to make the wool paneling look fresh.

    The chairs are by West Elm.  I have been scouring Craigslist for a similar table – I love it!

     

     

    LOVE the chevron poufs – they add a punch of mod to the space.

    I could read on this couch all afternoon.

    Any retreat needs a well stocked bar. I am a coffee girl above a cocktail girl…so I might have a fancy coffee bar instead.

    Read details about the cabin and the pics above on Country Living

  • 4 Intangibles That Make Your Home More Appealing

    4 Intangibles That Make Your Home More Appealing

    It’s easy to see a return on your investment for tangible home improvements such as painting or remodeling a bathroom or kitchen. It’s more difficult to put a value on intangible things such as lighting, mood, and use of space. However, these aspects of your home are as essential to your enjoyment, and perhaps even to resale value, as most tangible improvements. Here are four intangibles that will make your home more appealing.

    Lighting

    mood lighting

    via mydomaine.com

    Mood lighting is as important to your home as is functional lighting. When in the kitchen cutting vegetables for your Thai curry dinner, you need to be able to see what you’re doing and read the cookbook on the counter. But when sitting at the dining room table enjoying your freshly prepared meal with your family, you don’t need direct lighting glaring down on your dish. Think about mood versus function in your home, and do what you can to still be practical while giving your home that cozy feel. Just changing out some light bulbs to a lower wattage might help.

    comfortable living room

    via Pinterest

    Comfort

    A consistent and natural temperature in your home is imperative to your comfort, and it’s one of those intangibles that will make a huge difference in the way your home feels. You don’t want Grandma to visit and have to bring her parka along to stay comfortable. A reliable and energy-efficient HVAC system that enables you to maintain a steady temperature and control humidity is essential to your well-being.

    transitional kitchen

    via Apartment Therapy

    Fragrance

    Have you ever stepped into someone’s home and had your nostrils assaulted by a foul smell? Your home’s fragrance is so important that real estate agents often instruct sellers to bake cookies or light vanilla-scented candles to make their homes more appealing to potential buyers. Don’t overdo it, though. Some people are sensitive to overpowering scents, so keep it subtle.

    Flow

    flow

    via Instagram

    Good flow and use of space are other important intangibles that will make your home more appealing. For instance, no one wants to go up two flights of stairs to unload groceries. And the pantry should be in the kitchen, not in the basement. At the minimum, there should be one bathroom for every two occupants. Feng shui is also becoming a popular trend. It’s an ancient Chinese art and concept established more than 3,000 years ago. It shows people how to balance the energies and flow in any space to promote good fortune and blessings for the people living in it.

    An inviting and memorable home will make you feel proud. And when visitors compliment you on your living space, it gives you a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, when you spend time on the important intangibles of your home, they can actually add value. The bonus benefit to having a home that is pleasing to guests is that it’s more alluring to you, as well. So, the next time you want to spruce up your home, don’t forget to spend time on the intangibles that will make your house appealing.

  • Divine Kitchens

    Divine Kitchens

    I think kitchens can really tell a lot about a person. Do they cook a lot, are they messy or neat, modern or traditional, are they collectors or purgers…, etc.. Below are some lovelies I’ve pulled together…

    I’m not usually a big fan of modern, but the rug and sheers adds softness.

    Love the light fixtures, love the backsplash.  Kitchen tiles and flooring tile is really something that makes a huge impact and can’t really be faked.  I’m sure when I’m lucky enough to design my dream kitchen, and floors, I’m going to try and look into every possible money saving option, like buying wholesale tile, click here for an example.

    White is my favorite for cabinets.

    Wow! 3 chandeliers, that wallpaper, that green island!  It all makes for one pretty and cheerful kitchen.

    Sleek and efficient.

    I don’t think I’ve seen a kitchen with this much exposed brick.

    Definitely the kitchen of a fun-loving, quirky chef.

    What does your kitchen say about you?

    1. Rue Mag,  2 – 4.  BHG, 6. House Beautiful, 7. Coco & Kelly  5., 8. Desire to Inspire

    *disclosure: this post is in partnership with prosourcefloors.com

  • Beautiful white

    Beautiful white

    you know me – I love my white interiors…

    Such a great desk to sit and read in the morning.

    Layers of white in different textiles and textures, so gorgeous whatever the season

    via Country Living

  • A 600 sq. ft. California Cabin Retreat

    A 600 sq. ft. California Cabin Retreat

    Stocked with finds from budget go-to’s like west elm and ikea, this rustic retreat was made beautiful on a modest budget. Even the cabin (it’s a rental) was found on craigslist! 

    The cabin was built in the 1970’s, but they’ve managed to make the wool paneling look fresh.

    The chairs are by West Elm.  I have been scouring Craigslist for a similar table – I love it!

    LOVE the chevron poufs – they add a punch of mod to the space.

    I could read on this couch all afternoon.

    Any retreat needs a well stocked bar. I am a coffee girl above a cocktail girl…so I might have a fancy coffee bar instead.

    Read details about the cabin and the pics above on Country Living

  • Fabulous, classy kitchens

    Fabulous, classy kitchens

    These kitchens are elegant and functional, a quality that I think could make my cooking taste decent….

    via Pinterest

    via Trad Home

    check out the arm chair in the kitchen!  Do you like this look?

    Stunning…the floor, the tiles…the jumbo baskets…

    check out the light fixture….spoons!

    An interesting loft minimalist kitchen

    Interesting layout – great use of rugs…

    5 images above via Schibsted Forlag

  • A glam Hollywood Hills home that somehow manages to also feel down to earth

    A glam Hollywood Hills home that somehow manages to also feel down to earth

    Usually I hear “Hollywood Hills” and it instantly conjures up images in my head of tacky, over the top glamor, or a super-cold modern house. This house by Nate Berkus Associates surprised me though, because it’s rustic touches and happy embracing of color keeps it warm and lovely.

    Click on each image for a larger, better view – the details are worth it!

    Adore the Moroccan rug and striped floors…and the ceiling!

    Dream kitchen.  Love the saddle-like stools and the potrack

    dreamy

    Love the colors in this dining room.  It’s so cozy and intimate

    via Nate Berkus Associates

  • Super cute and charming kitchens…

    Super cute and charming kitchens…

    So not all of these kitchens are tiny cottage nooks, but they aren’t the glossy granite and marble monstrosities you’d see in the high-end home decor mags either. Most are modest and give me hope that no matter how small the kitchen in my future rental, I can give it some charm and make it work for me…

    Some vintage stools add coziness and floor to ceiling cabinets and creative storage solutions makes this small kitchen clever

    via Kitchenisms

    The green dishes are too cute

    via Kitchenisms

    adorable coastal kitchen
    via Kitchenisms

    would love to have me a proper pot rack one day… this island is amazing too
    via Kitchenisms

    even a galley kitchen can be beautiful and functional!
    via Kitchenisms

    …amazing butcher block island
    via Kitchenisms

    2 more small but pretty kitchens from House to Home

  • Earthy but refined – dreamy dining rooms and kitchens

    Earthy but refined – dreamy dining rooms and kitchens

    No other room will serve you like a well designed kitchen, pantry, and dining room. Undoubtedly these serve there purpose – and look gorgeous!

    A pot rack is a functional and attractive solution for too little cupboard space. Check out the gorgeous tile backsplash
    via House Beautiful

    I’ve never seen mirrored cabinets before – what do you think?
    via House Beautiful

    This is a dining room for late nights sipping wine and lazy mornings drinking coffee and reading. How couldn’t you with the fireplace and settee!
    via Elle Decor

    via Elle Decor

    A great example of how vertical space can be utilized if horizontal space is lacking
    via Loft Life Magazine

    This pantry is TO DIE FOR!

    via Marie Claire Maison

    I always like dining areas in or connected to the kitchen – it’s so cozy and intimate.
    NikreationS

  • A gorgeous Copenhagen apartment in white with bold contrasts

    A gorgeous Copenhagen apartment in white with bold contrasts

    Happy Friday! A little eye candy for ya…










    Love the old leather chair in the corner


    via Indenfor