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Sunday, May 31, 2009
What I'm Craving
As I've said before, some people crave food, I crave furniture. This past month I got my Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams catalog in the mail and I've been trying to find the perfect lamp to go on my nightstand with my new bedset. I decided I'm going to paint my walls this great gray-brown color called Sticks and Stones from Sherwin or a more gray-purple that is light and almost metallic. Haven't
living room - interior design
nice living room, particularly the interplay between the pedestal table and woven leather chair. And that blue lamp in the background.living room [via] interior design
Saturday, May 30, 2009
What's Big In Wall Decor?
Mike has just posted an article about Fathead Wall Graphics at Home Accents Today's The Landfair Retail Focus titled Fathead Wall Graphics Are Big!Bev & MikeLandfair Furniture + Design galleryFollow us on Twitter
Chic Weekend Retreats
I considered not attending signing party for Susanna Salk's new book Weekend Retreats at David Duncan Antiques Thursday night because I was still feeling a little under the weather but I'm glad I went because it was a great event that brought out the big guns of the design world. Interior designer Harry Heissmann (above) was excited to get his copy signed as were Charlotte Moss, Christopher
Stalking Nate Berkus
I regularly stalk, I mean check out, Nate Berkus's website hoping for new photos of his work and this morning I was rewarded with not only photos but I little back story. Seems everyone is on a budget these days including his clients, one of whom asked Nate and his team to outfit "two properties with beautiful, timeless, and affordable finds." He also thinks that although these type of
Denver Home Living Tips Examiner: How toxic is your furniture?
Denver Home Living Tips Examiner: How toxic is your furniture?Posted using ShareThisQuestions you can ask:What kind of wood is this item made of?Where was it made, does it contain MDF?Does this product contain natural ingredients, fabrics or chemicals?Is this carpet of a synthetic or natural fiber?Are the fabrics or stuffing of this mattress, cushion or window covering natural?Was
At Home and Work with Kimberly Ayres
Kimberly Ayres could have been another casualty of the demise of Domino magazine but since the photos of her home and office were taken by my friend Eric Cahan, I get to introduce you to this Designer to Watch for 2009 instead! Kimberly, like many designers, started out renovating and decorating her own houses while she was practicing law as a way to relax. Luckily for the design world, law
Williams Sonoma at Home
Williams Sonoma at Home I was leafing through the March 2008 issue of House Beautiful when I saw a photo of chairs on a stair landing that reminded me of the new Williams-Sonoma Home store in New York. When I looked closer, one of the names of the designers, David DeMattei, sounded familiar. Then I realized that he is the group president for Williams-Sonoma and I actually met him at the
Interiors Decorations
Home decoration is the art of decorating a room so that it looks good, is easy to use and function wells with the existing architecture, The goal of home decoration is to provide a certain "feel" for the room, it encompasses applying wall paper, painting walls and other surfaces, choosing furniture and fittings and providing other decorations like artefacts and sculptures. There is a very thin
Interior Design Magazine
Design InteriorSalon Interiors (http://www.salon.ru/)Interior Design (http://www.interiordesign.net/)The World of Interiors (http://www.worldofinteriors.co.uk/ )Architecture Media (http://www.archmedia.com.au/)Home and Design (http://www.homeanddesign.com/)
Home Vastu Shastra
Universe is one of the beautiful creations of nature and everything stands alive only in the limelight of truth. Just like every subject of human aspect is governed with rules, regulations & acts, similarly the nature has also got certain key factor principles for smooth governing of its residents, in which "Vastu stands for nature law" and ignorance of law is not an excuse
Interior Painting
Here are some of the effects of the paints that one can create apart from the flat surface, but one should be aware of the effect, one desire to create. COLORWASHING: Color washing is among the group of finishes that have their beginnings in fine are, they are often known as broken-color technique. Specifically, it involves the application of thin
Interior Lighting
Light can define space, substance and style. Outdoors, with the shifting sun and atmospheric conditions, light and the shadows change the appearance of things natural and man made. But in the indoors, the play of natural and artificial lighting largely determine both function and decoration. Today lighting is considered to be a very important element of decorating scheme.
Door Interior
A door is a hinged, sliding or folding barrier of wood, metal, glass for opening and closing an entrance to a building or room. But now the definition for the doors has changed as first impressions are the lasting ones and the front entry makes a statement about the house. It is something that we pass through million times in our lives, from day we enter this world to day we
Interior Paint
Paint has been used for centuries to decorate all kinds of homes and in that time a huge variety of finishes and effects have been employed beyond the flat coverage of a simply painted surface. Many of what are now regarded as traditional paint effects have their origins in the great houses of the European aristocracy and were later adopted by the rising merchant classes who
Home Interior
Personal style and freedom of expression are driving forces in today's home design. Decorate means to beautify and is derived from a French word meaning the same. Yet while beautiful, self-expressive homes are wonderful, interior designers and architects have a growing responsibility to create healthy, accessible, and environmentally sensitive spaces. Home decor is a pretty
Interior Design Ideas
Home decoration is the art of decorating a room so that it looks good, is easy to use and function wells with the existing architecture, The goal of home decoration is to provide a certain "feel" for the room, it encompasses applying wall paper, painting walls and other surfaces, choosing furniture and fittings and providing other decorations like artefacts and sculptures.
Neutral bedroom - interior design
Neutral bedroom with colorful modern art : Interior design by Thad Hayes“The precision may make it look severe to some people,” says interior designer Thad Hayes, “but the fabrics are tactile, and the house is made for comfort.” The cedar paneling in the master bedroom of this rural Massachusettes home, as elsewhere in the house, reinforces the interior’s relationship to the outdoors. The
Friday, May 29, 2009
The antique desk is from BloomIn her newly-built Hamptons 'barn,' Ina Garten turned an alcove outside her bedroom into a small office. Walls are painted Farrow & Ball's White Tie. The antique desk is from Bloom, in Sag Harbor, and the photo of Luxembourg Gardens is by Jean-Michel Berts. Photo by Simon Upton, House Beautiful.
Landfair Furniture Adds Woodard Outdoor Furniture
Landfair Furniture is proud to add Woodard, an outdoor furniture line, to our list of vendors. For over five years we have enjoyed Woodard furniture in our backyard. The table chairs, and lounge look as nice today as the day we brought them home. To keep it looking nice, we cover it in the winter and occasionally wipe off the top.For over 140 years Woodard outdoor furniture has earned a
My Style: Coastal shabby chic meets all white with pops of color, flowers & candles
I tore through Coastal Living this morning to bring you examples of what 'my style' is and what I like. Simple ways to introduce what I call "Coastal shabby chic meets all white with pops of color, flowers & candles".All images from Coastal Living online.
Country Living, June 2009
I was browsing through June 2009 of Country Living, and I have to say I'm pretty impressed. They made it 'all new' and some great new changes. Even the cover looks amazing. Here's some highlights. I'm loving the sharp contrast of the black and white in the bedroom on the cover, and the introduction of splashes of color like the kelly green in the throw pillow and the hydrangeas. Beautiful!I'm a
Modern Poggenpohl galley kitchen - interior design
Modern Poggenpohl galley kitchen with Saarinen table and neutral palette. Interior design by Thad Hayes. Photo by Scott Frances, Architectural Digest, June 2007.College roommates and colleagues Thad Hayes (an interior designer) and Doug Reed (a landscape architect) collaborated on this sleek, modern home in rural Massachusetts, designed by architect Maryann Thompson. The kitchen, by Poggenpohl,
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Blue and brown bedroom - interior design
The master bedroom of a 2,400 square foot Boston condo. Roop designed the headboard and steel wall sculpture. The bed platform is upholstered in his signature Edelman leather.Photo by Eric Roth, Metropolitan Home.Blue and brown bedroom [via] home interior
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Home Interior Design with Blue ColourWalls are painted Farrow & Ball’s Lulworth Blue. Step ladder bookcase, £125, Marks and Spencer. Set of 3 wooden storage jars, £55 (comes with crock), Really Linda Barker. Blue carafe, £5, Zara Home. White wine goblets, £39.95 for set of 6, Really Linda Barker. Blue wine Goblets, £6.50 each, www.divertimenti.co.uk. Large wooden crock, £55 (comes with 3 storage
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Bed Room Interior Designer Moises Esquenazi’sThe master bedroom of interior designer Moises Esquenazi’s Los Angeles bungalow. He kept things dark and cozy with walls painted Farrow & Ball’s Mahogany. He designed the mohair velvet headboard; curtains are Donghia's Uma Black Print. Leather Saigon stools are from Bourgeois Bohème. Moroccan rug from Mosaik.
Artic massage bathtub - bathroom
Clean, white surfaces and straight lines form a fine base for all bathrooms – but this does not mean that you should avoid colours and patterns. White surfaces and white furniture give you extra space to experiment.A straight-line massage bathtub from the ARTic range is perfect for tiling in with large, glossy white tiles.And the straight lines are continued in the cabinet from the Logic
Take A Look At Paige Taylor Design
Congratulations Paige Taylor for being NWSID's Designer of the month. You can see some examples of her work on the NWSID's web site.Paige A. Taylor Owner www.PaigeTaylorDesign.com 503 305-8868 Studio and fax 503 209-9201 CellMike & BevLandfair Furniture + Design Gallery@landfairfurnitu
Monday, May 25, 2009
Cool and Beachy Bedroom Interior DesignThis bedroom could be in Phoenix and would still look cool and beachy... just so happens, though, it's in the Hamptons. Sigh. Designer/homeowner Leslie Klotz took a cool dip of color and a bright splash of pattern and turned an attic-like space into a lofty and restful haven. Walls are painted Spring Mint and trim is Light Touch, both by Benjamin Moore. She
Blue and brown living room in Long Island beach house
Blue and brown living room in Long Island beach house. Interior design by Thad Hayes.A detailed view of the living room, designer Thad Hayes placed a pair of Pierre Jeanneret slipper chairs near the living room fireplace, beside a slate-topped low table designed by Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell. The floor lamp is by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. Behind it is Gray Wood by Alex Hay.In the
Best Balcony Design for Hotel
I found these balcony at www.usdivetravel.com and www.hotelchatter.com, I love the balcony, because we can see more wider from the top or the side of the house.
2009 Home Design Trend, Oriental Sweetness
Everybody wants to know about the predictions of next year trend in all things. It is still early days for interior predictions for 2009, but let's going to look into one of the trends that is looking hot for 2009, "Oriental Sweetness"."Oriental Sweetness" is all about the East: Asian & Oriental influences are all big. Look at old skool floral Japanese textiles for inspiration. The simple,
Best Kitchen Remodeling Design from Sterling Surfaces
A simple and modern design from sterling surfaces, designed by David Rockwell, this kitchen used a special wood, for elegant Riverhouse condominiums in New York. The one of the best kitchen remodeling design I ever known.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Stock - interior design - kitchen
kitchen - interior by cheng designA warren of separate spaces in this 70’s home has been redesigned to embrace cooking, casual dining, entertainment, reading and relaxation in one harmonious space. Custom, renewable-sourced bamboo cabinets and locally made Cheng Geocrete concrete counters harmoniously combine responsible design in an earthy, tranquil environment. The elliptical food prep island
For the love of Peonies.
One of the things I love most about Spring, Summer and design is flowers. I love them, and my favorite flowers are hydrangeas and peonies. So I've compiled photos of my favorite peonies, either to inspire you to garden, buy flowers or just stop and smell some roses (or peonies!).Photo Credits: Click photo for direct link to photo.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Beautiful bathroom
Beautiful bathroom from Custom Homes from Hans Hagen Homes.Beautiful bathroom model of a custom home from Minnesota custom new home builder, Hans Hagen Homes.www.hanshagenhomes.com
Friday, May 22, 2009
Traditional Dining Room
Traditional Dining Room Chippendale Table1920's Chinese advertising posters over the mantel add a light touch.Devine paint traditional dining roomA traditional formal dining room painted in Devine Paint's Toile color, a medium brick red.www.flickr.com/photos/kerryanndame
Thursday, May 21, 2009
SANAA Houses
SANAA Houses is a new book about the cult Japanese architectural practice headed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa.
Basic Interior
Learn basic interior design principles used by the designers! Get ideas to help in creating your own personalized living space. Find out how to create a floor plan and the basics on selecting furniture and room decorating.
East Beach Cafe interior
We’ve finally got hold of a photo of the interior of Thomas Heatherwick’s just-opened East Beach Cafe in Littlehampton, England. Just the one though. See our earlier post for more images and links.
Cheap Decorating tips
Here's some quick and inexpensive ways to update your home without breaking the bank!*Curtains*Paint*Shelves*AccessoriesI also included some great ways to do this, even if your not crafty yourself.This shelf, from Etsy.com is a great way to update a child's bedroom or playroom with a vibrant and fun color for summer. You can do this yourself by painting the bookshelf and attaching wallpaper,
Comfortable Kitchen
Comfortable Kitchen - interior designThis easy to live in family kitchen is warmed by Sumack carpets from Peel and Company.www.flickr.com/photos/kerryanndame
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Hunting on Craigslist
This mirror is just $40~ I can't believe it. Great in a dining room, against an orange wall. Might I suggest Jalapeno, by Sherwin-Williams ;) or even Lemon Verbena, or Aquasphere. Those are some of my favorite colors that this mirror would look incredible against. If your interested and in the Rochester area, the post email is sale-pa7zf-1180783550@craigslist.org. all pictures from the post.Look
Check out this incredible apartment!
Normally I will spend hours browsing apartmenttherapy.com looking for unique rooms, pictures, ideas and inspiration. I always wish I could find a room or an apartment/house that really fufills what I want in a house or is similar to my design aesthetic and I think I've finally found one! Here it is! It's from Natalie Walton of Austrailia. I love how she uses unique accessories, multiple picture
Things I'm Loving [May]
I'm loving the idea of painting the inside of closets as a great way to bring that 'pop' of color and interest. This is especially great if you don't want to make a huge change to your house, or are afraid of color. If you are more daring and bold, I say the cerulean blue and orange are vibrant and beautiful and a welcome addition with Summer on the way! Bring on the popsicle stick colors!
Blue dining room
Blue dining room by Barry DixonThis doesn't look like a room where one would eat a banana. Maybe they're fake. Hand-painted mural by Warnock Studios. Osborne & Little Coromandel silk draperies. Design by Barry Dixon. Photo by Edward Addeo, from Barry Dixon Interiors.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009
Defining Space in an Open Floor Plan
Many of today's home designs incorporate open floor planning - with kitchen, dining and living areas all very open to one another. Open planning is great for entertaining and family gatherings because it allows people congretating within these "zones" to remain connected with one another.
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One problem with open planning however is that sometimes the combined space becomes too large and begins to lose a sense of intimacy. Also, how about that kitchen clutter? Many clients want to remain "connected" with their guests while in the kitchen, but do not necessarily want all of that kitchen clutter exposed to their guests.
There are a number of ways to combat these issues. I will try to illustrate in the following examples designed by Larson Brenner Architects in Stillwater, MN.
Photo below illustrates dining area and adjacent front foyer. A dropped soffit in the foyer and hallway helps to define the edge of the dining space (ceiling elevation changes are a great way of defining space). Cabinetry placed between the hallway and dining serves as china cabinet and buffet counter. The position of the cabinet also reinforces the edge of the dining area. Windows on two adjacent walls help to define the center of the space, where the dining table is positioned.
Photo below illustrates a dining area and adjacent front entry foyer beyond. The cabinetry is now engaged between walls. This method provides a little more "enclosure" for the dining space. Double thick wall with "bulkhead" opening provides space for ductwork and creates a more dimensional separation from the adjacent kitchen and stair.
Here you can see that double thick wall opening between the dining and kitchen areas. Kitchen island has 3 surface heights. The 42" high eating bar and 48" high display cabinets conceal the primary kitchen work / clutter surfaces behind. The island itself defines the long edge of the kitchen.
In this example a kitchen is separated from the dining room with a full height cabinet. The cabinet has a "hole" in the middle to provide space for a serving counter and to maintain visibility between the spaces. Circulation flows around either side of the cabinet. The cabinet engages at the top with a bulkhead which further helps to define each of the two spaces.
View from kitchen side. Again the raised serving bar helps to conceal kitchen clutter from the adjacent dining space.
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Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Not So Big 10 Year Anniversary
It is the 10 year anniversary of "the not so big house". This was the first book in a series published by Residential Architect Sarah Susanka. This series of books touts the virtues and benefits of great design, clearly illustrating with beautiful and thoughtful examples that modest spaces can be as functional and more intimate than large ones.
The book series has been exceedingly popular, and Ms. Susanka has tirelessly promoted it. In the process she has single handily done more to promote the value of an Architect than any efforts I have witnessed over my career by the American Institute of Architects. For this I say - Thank You Sarah Susanka!Her book series can be found at Amazon.com
Friday, May 1, 2009
New Interior Video of Stillwater Craftsman
Simply Elegant Home Designs has added an interior animation of their "Stillwater Craftsman" house plan. The animation can be seen below.
Simply Elegant intends to publish more interiors information on all of their home designs. The idea is to provide customers with better information so that they can make more informed buying decisions.
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