A touch of vintage: Rooms full of history, beauty and character.

So I discovered a new (to me) blog, The Vintaquarian, that I love.  I cannot stop looking.  Below is just a taste of the beauty to behold there.A gallery wall of mirrors, a daybed sofa with tassel fringe. swoon.What an amazing view from a cozy window seat.I really like the large windows in this dining room.A little vignette of...

Oh what a rug can do: Space transforming rugs

I'm not getting tired of seeing the amazing ways designers are incorporating oriental rugs - both antique and modern spins, into homes.  Some trends I get tired of, but this one I can't get enough of.  Granted, oriental rugs are a classic, so even if they fall out of favor for a little bit, I know they'll be back.This...

Why you shouldn’t neglect your hallways

It's not a new idea to utilize your hallways and not let them be wasted space, but some - myself included- are still guilty of this.  Now that the weather is cooling we will be spending more time indoors, therefore freeing up time to show your halls some love.A lot of the examples below are foyers, but entryways often...

Style the perfect bed for Fall

Now that the temperatures are dropping (*tear), it means I've been pulling out heavier blankets for warmth during the cool nights.  I thought it would be a good time to dig up some inspiration for dressing your bed for fall.Just because you're piling on layers doesn't meed your be can't be tailored.  Go for crisp sheets and graphic patterns.via...

Alexa Hampton’s rich and beautiful interiors

It's Monday...ugh.  I need an interior eye candy pick-me-up.  Want to join me? These absolutely stunning, elegant rooms are the work of Alexa Hampton.I LOVE this canopy fabric.The hours I could spend on the sofas in this room perusing my art books.The periwinkle of this room is such a pretty shade of blue.This guest bedroom proves that little can still...

An amazing industrial chic New York City apartment

Okay, so this apartment isn't technically in New York, it's in Hoboken.  I actually worked in Hoboken years ago when I lived in Brooklyn, and it's a really cool city with great views and great food.  I also recently discovered the work of John B. Murray Architect and have been binging on the portfolio.  Here is just one of...

Decorating with Velvet for a touch of luxe

I'm definitely not into frilly and fussy when it comes to my home decor, but sometimes a girl just needs a little luxury in her life.  Especially as the temperatures drop and we spend more times indoors, it's nice to have your home feeling a little more indulgent and comfortable.Enter velvet, beautiful color, amazing texture, and when done right...

Small kitchen inspiration and ideas

Small kitchen?  Me too.  Why is that a good thing?  Because everything is closer at hand!  I actually prefer a smaller kitchen to a large one because everything in my kitchen is at most 3 to 4 steps away.  We actually only have 3 drawers.  In a small kitchen the biggest challenge is adequate storage space and work surfaces.I...

Fall Anthropologie that we love

Fall 2016 is about nature, layering textures, and patternPink dining room chairs?  Don't mind if I do!  And out that window?  That's beautiful Idaho.The new catalog features a bohemian mid-century modern fusion, which I likeWhile I like a lot of Anthropologie's furniture, I'm just as excited to see the locations they shoot in - they always find places with...

Things to love about fall

Branding - I want the site to feel comfortable, not stiff or *too* professional. It has to be fun & homey.:
There are so many things to love about fall! It always seems to come right when we have had enough of the blazing hot weather. It's like a gentle reminder that the world is always changing but also that each day brings something new and amazing. via iconosquareI love snuggling up in blankets, the neutral colors mixed in with the bright...