Vintage interiors and beautiful moody moments
Vintage interiors really shine when the craftsmanship and details of the past generations pair well with modern sensibilities of less clutter. And, for simply the heck of it, I've added some shots that simply remind me that there is beauty in life to be had, though for personal reasons I might have trouble focusing on them right now.
A beautiful...
Traditional kitchens, stunning and white, from architect John B. Murray
Below are some jaw-dropping traditional kitchens from the John B. Murray Architect. I've featured their work before, as I'm a big fan of the mix of modern efficiencies with the character and novelty of more traditional interior design principles.
My kitchen is nowhere near the size of these. In fact, I only have 4 drawers, but it is streamlined and efficient,...
Just beautiful rooms to start your week off right
No specific topic today, just beautiful rooms to inspire this rather gloomy morning (at least here in MD). Granted, it's also not Monday, but I also wasn't particularly productive yesterday. So, without further ado, I bring you some interior design eye candy and inspiration.
What a great kitchen to wake up to every morning. The natural light and open concept...
Oriental rugs in modern homes and decor
Oriental rugs in modern decor are something I've had my eye on lately. Oriental, or any hand-knotted antique rugs in that case have a way of beautifully grounding and warming up a space, which is why I think they work in modern decor so well, and the contrast makes a great impact.
I'm also listening to an audiobook right now,...
We’re back! A new year, a new Decorology to welcome 2017!
Let's welcome 2017 as a new year of health, kindness, beauty, respect for the planet, reverence for our bodies, reverence for our souls, accepting others and embracing our differences, and PEACE. As cliche and naive as it may sound, why can't we all be "humble and kind," as Tim McGraw's "Humble and Kind" pleads?
Below are images I've found that illustrate...
Stylish and Colorful Interiors
The temperatures here in Maryland might be dropping, but the sun is shining! Even though I tend to go for more subdued colors in my home's palette, I do like to interject little pops of color to add some cheer and energy to the room.via BHGvia Dering Hallvia?This room is very traditional in forms and lines, but gets cheeky...
America the Beautiful
Whether you're disappointed like I am today, or happy you were heard, I thought it was a good day to share something all of us have in common in America. This beautiful, beautiful land.Blue Ridge Mountains - one of my favorite places.Savannah's Bonaventure CemeteryAdirondacks, New YorkAntelope Valley, CaliforniaBig Sur, CaliforniaJoshua Tree National Park, Mohave Desert, CaliforniaKansas's Tallgrass Prairie PreserveLake...
Inspiring home offices in darker hues
Depending on the amount of natural light, your ceiling height, and finish - you can make a dark home office an enlightening place to be productive!
Modern bohemian and Scandinavian inspired home office
Eek! Love this! That Moroccan pendant AND the small pendant on the computer desk!!
A trendy study/office nook with dark chalkboard walls and a built-in desk.
The square built-in cubbies...
Warm and rustic spaces to inspire you to cozy up for winter
Well, we're expectinh highs of 78 here in Maryland, but we all know winter will be here in the blink of an eye. Whether you're a fan of winter or not, these rustic cozy interiors will make evenings indoor a toasty treat.
A glamorous modern chandelier and sleek upholstered headboard nicely contrast the dark wook paneling.
A really cool live edge...
Happy Halloween! Our favorite spooky, silly, and charming Halloween decorating ideas.
Hope everyone has a safe and happy Halloween!How pretty is this entrance with the pumpkins and cornstalks?The crows add a nod to the spooky season.via House of HargroveI love carved pumpkins I just never have the time. These pumpkins as found on Southern Living are more sweet than scary.I like the subtlety of this one. The mirror and the crows...