An elegant bohemian loft

A stylish and sophisticated loft in PhiladelphiaElegant and bohemian aren't normally two styles you necessarily see together, but done right they make quite the beautiful pair!  This loft is the work of Design Manifest, and isn't new to the blogosphere, but worth a revisit! All photos are from Design Manifest.Stark white walls are the canvas, but you'll find ample...

How a chair can change a room.

Amber Interiors - Before + After: Client Second Times A Charm. Photos by Tessa Neustadt:
It's amazing how a simple thing like a chair can completely change the entire personality of a room. It can evoke a feeling of comfort or simply define a certain style you were going for. via amberinteriordesignvia lovegrowswildvia dustjacket-atticvia beckiowensvia amberinteriordesignSo when you are thinking about the feeling, the style, and the look you are going for in a room, don't think that a chair...

The many uses of a rug!

Bursting With Plants, a 1910 Portland Foursquare for a Florist and Barista (via Bloglovin.com ):
There are plenty of ways to use a rug in a home that might give you a new perspective on what kind of rugs you choose! I love a rug that has a deeper meaning than just it's beauty. There are so many antique and vintage rugs that bring a sense of history to a room.via bloglovinThere are rugs whose...

Bold, colorful and eclectic interior design

Mix and match pattern and color from Turnstyle interior design firmBaby Leo isn't in the mood to allow me to sit here and write for very long, so I have to keep this post brief.  These spaces from Turnstyle don't need much said on their behalf - they speak for themselves!I actually featured this glamorous kitchen recently following it's...

Dream home: Lots of natural light, architectural details, and beautiful colors

A pretty and polished home from Studio McGeeThis house is pretty darn close to my dream house.  The large windows that pour in natural light, the molding, the palette in neutral cool tones with pops of color here and there. ...sigh....The three images above show the formal living room.The kitchen and kitchen nook feature white and gray cabinetry and...

Kid Friendly Homes

More and more and I enjoy seeing kids incorporated in home decor design. Most of what you see is staged views of how a home "should" look like but what we should see is more of what real life looks like combined with good design! via apartmenttherapyWhen beautiful design and real life functionality come together, it's a beautiful thing!via insideoutWe should all...

What’s up with Anthropologie?

Stuff I'm loving from AnthropologieSo I've been really out of the loop when it comes to EVERYTHING since Leo was born 1 year and 2 days ago!  Slowly I'm starting to come out from the first-time mom rock and live a bit of my own life again.  This includes dedicating more time to Decorology (a new Decorology is coming...

Create a staycation worthy home!

Daydreaming of a vacation but your budget says no? How about a staycation instead! Now it won't be easy because it comes with a lot of planning and preparation, but the reward is totally worth it!via sfgirlbybayStep One: Declutter EVERYTHING! Spend a day in each room going through every single item you own. Fill boxes with things that need to...

The Everygirl Alaina Kaczmarski’s Chicago Apartment Tour

A feminine pretty apartment with beautiful architectural detailsI'm a sucker for a girly home that uses pastels and whites and uses cosmetics as decor.  With hubby and a baby boy though, it's just not in the cards.  I get my fix from perusing house tours like this one below from the co-founder and editor of The Everygirl and...

A bright Brooklyn home filled with light and airy layers

Fashion designer Ulla Johnson's Brooklyn home tourUlla Johnson's Brooklyn home is sure to inspire you to rethink the way you use textiles and texture. Similar to the garment's that she designs, every piece in her home needs to be globally minded, comfortable, and chic.White paint and neutral colored furnishings create a peaceful environment throughout the entire home.I'm really crushing...