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 door at the end of the day to this large, sparse entry.


The wall paper is a bit much for me, but the architecture of the stairs is beautiful, and the painted underside is interesting as well



I like over-sized round tables in foyers.

What do you think?
via Eric Roth Photography

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 it was built.


via Rue Magazine

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 Roth

Lovely antiqued pink. What do you think of the books stacked up on the chest at the foot of the bed?
via House Beautiful

via Lantliv

The artwork and black frames ad a lot to this space
via Skona Hem
via Real Simple

Pretty cottage bedroom in pastels
via Rue Magazine

I’m starting to like the four poster bed with curtains more and more
via Design Interior

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 be at times on this bus whizzing around curves on the edge of the rocky cliff side, the view was staggeringly beautiful.

The bus stops in towns along the coast. The first one had a very interesting cathedral

Impressive homes and vineyards perched on the cliffs

Vineyard

We took a swim in this town

I spotted this gorgeous secluded beach from the bus…

Our last stop was Positano. It is touristy and a resort town, but it really was beautiful.

Here’s that list again of all my posts from our travels that I’ve posted –

Spain

•Introduction to my European backpacking trip and a list of places we visited
Galicia – Baiona and Isle de Cies
Galicia – the coast, some charming vineyards, and Pontevedra
Santiago de Compostela and gorgeous hidden beaches
Gorgeous mountain lakes of Picos de Europa
Stunning mountains – Picos de Europa
Bilbao and San Sebastian
Beautiful Barcelona
The amazing Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona
Art Nouveau dream house by Gaudi in Barcelona

Italy

Not to miss – the gorgeous rocky coast of Italy’s Cinque Terre
More from my summer traveling Europe – amazing Rome
From my summer in Europe – amazing Pompeii

So…tonight we are leaving for Sicily, where we will be scurrying around like nuts trying to see everything the island has to offer in 7 days. I will try to post but I don’t know how much I’ll accomplish. I will definitely be back on the 21st!

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 clutter


Couldn’t agree more

The light blue they’ve used is just perfect



Love the wallpaper

Most Toronto homes lack closets so they turned a spare bedroom into a dressing room

Love the invisible book shelf as a clean and simple nightstand. I could never keep mine so empty though…

soooo pretty!

What do you think?

“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 Mag

Such 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 console

I would never think to put a brown quilt with these florals but I really like the look.


What do you think?

images via Adore Home magazine

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 this is no secret – is to start with a few accessories in a color you love, and then, if you are happy living with it, start adding more and more layers at a time.

For example, in the room above – maybe they just started with those fab. aqua pillows. They were happy and added the aqua lamp. Then maybe the colorful vase you see in the back. Their courage was up and maybe a few weeks or months later they add some pink pillows and those gorgeous blue curtains!
via Pier 1

Bright color is scary enough, so stick with one hue if you need to. This cornflower blue alone has big impact.
via House to Home

Really color shy? Try just adding a bright throw as seen in the two views of the living room below. Sometimes just one pop is enough to satiate your need for color…


via Alice in Designland

If you want to be a little braver – try an upholstered piece, like this gorgeous plum velvet chesterfield. Mix and match pillows and an eclectic rug keeps the space down to earth.

via House to Home

In the jewel-toned home office above, different bold colors are brought in in layers – a turquoise screen, a plum chair, and green foliage.
via House Beautiful

Now…for those of us who think we may be able to paint….

Maybe start with a washed effect of a bright color….like this pink below, which is bright but also a little translucent.

…or try going all out in a smaller space, like this purple hall, fully decked out with a vibrantly patterned chaise and that AMAZING pillow!
two above via Elle Decor

I don’t know if I’ll ever be brave enough to do something like this but it sure is glamorous isn’t it!
via Real Simple

How about you? Have you wanted to use color but are always too scared? Is anyone living with color and loving it?

Gorgeous farmhouse modern in Chicago

This home is a great example of how one can do a modern interior and still keep it warm. All of the lovely, dark hardwoods keep it cozy, but the hard edges and careful editing keep it very zen.

What do you think?

Amazing window!


Love their entryway

A farmhouse table mixed with modern chairs keeps both rustic and modernity in check.

I’m a big fan of large mirrors leaning against the wall. It’s luxurious but not stuffy.

via Rue Magazine

A super chic and mod mix in a North Copenhagen home

This home has a meditative quality that I am instantly drawn to, however, I don’t know if I could keep it so spare. I think I’d ultimately end up adding some elements to bring in some coziness.

How about you? Could you/do you live in a space this minimal?




oooh…a baby grand

love the floors in this place…

via Indenfor & Undenfor