A real home that looks beautiful and lived in at the same time

Pictures of beautiful interiors abound but I always appreciate house tours much more than staged spaces for editorial pieces. This real home is in Chicago, lived in by a furniture designer and art professional, circa early 1900's, and is 1200 sq. feet.Enjoy!I'm really into simply lately. The lines are clean and you can tell possessions are well edited....I...

Pied-à-terre anyone? Adorable Parisian abodes…

This company finds apartments in Paris and lovingly restores them to their state of original charm...Love that unusual lamp and the chair!Respect for the original architectural details is givensoooooooo prettyAll of the floors are to die forWhat do you think - would you like a little Pied-à-terre?See more at the company site, a+b kasha

Entryways and staircases – basics that should not be ignored

Staircases and entryways are something most of us have in our homes yet so many people overlook them when decorating their home. If you are one of them, or are just bored with yours, hopefully you'll find some inspiration below...Okay, so really I just love the dog bringing the watering can...so cute!!It must be so wonderful to open the...

A chic and elegant renovated Brooklyn Brownstone

I used to live on the ground floor of a brownstone in Brooklyn and loved it. They have charm, history, and excellent construction. Check out this renovated beauty.The navy blue wall is so luxe.The bathroom is modern but I love that the mirror is a nod to the age of the house and time period in which...

Gorgeous spring bedrooms

I don't know why, but I love the dark little landscape painting above the bed...Perfection. A great use of different wood tones and great light.2 images above via Eric RothLovely antiqued pink. What do you think of the books stacked up on the chest at the foot of the bed?via House Beautifulvia LantlivThe artwork and black frames...

Turquoise ocean and vineyards on cliffs – the amazingly stunning Amalfi coast

After Pompeii, the next stop on my trip around Europe last summer was the Amalfi coast. If you don't have a car, than the best way to see it is by bus. Most of the pictures are from the bus window, so forgive me if they are blurry or have a glare. As terrifying as it was to...

A house tour sure to become one of my all time favorites

I discovered this Toronto home recently in an issue of the lovely Covet Garden magazine. It was love at first site. The cleanliness and colors are so peaceful and serene. Enjoy!It must be so mind-cleansing to come home to this entryway so free of clutterCouldn't agree moreThe light blue they've used is just perfectLove the wallpaperMost...

“Om” inspiring images

As always a HECTIC Monday here at the Decorology desk. If one of these images can't inspire a little peace, I don't know what will...via Rue MagSuch a wonderful place to sit and just breathe deep...via House to Home Design Lovefest

A gorgeous home tour to brighten up your Monday

I'm not always a fan of florals but I just had to share this one with you. The floral pattern used throughout this house is so beautiful.I love the color coded book look but my books are never colorful enough.Love the turquoise consoleI would never think to put a brown quilt with these florals but I really like the...

Loving the new trend of bright colors but afraid to try? Here’s how to start

More and more I see beautiful, bold color on the covers of home decor mags but rarely do you ever see such color in someone's home. The reason is that, as I'm sure you know, the thought of painting your living room royal blue, or whatever your color crush, is a little scary....The trick, and I'm sure...