Cozy Chic..

I'm loving ALL things organic and cozy lately. Jennifer Aniston's home in March's issue of Architectural Digest is no exception! The two year renovation turned out a welcoming, uber- stylish home with just the right amount of old Hollywood Glamour! LOVE..............it.

Images: Architectural Digest - Scott Frances

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How Sweet...

My posts may be a on the quick side for the next few weeks, between my new baby and my active two year old, I am a bit on the busy side...thank god for Sesame Street..

So I don't know about the old wives tales and pregnancy, but my sweet tooth was insane with this pregnancy. I'm scared to even think about stuffing myself back into my jeans again. I honestly consumed enough hot fudge sundaes to last me a lifetime. The crazy thing is, the cravings haven't slowed down; I still love all things sweet. I'm smitten with pretty colors and feminine design details. I guess that's to be expected right?

I just adore Ruthie Sommer's ice-cream parlor inspired breakfast nook design! The Saarinen table, the classic white chairs, the bright linen upholstery in a rainbow of colors, the chocolate stripes, the light pink paint accents.. sweet perfection.

Images: Traditional Home

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My bags are packed....

I'll keep this short and sweet since I'm leaving for the hospital to have my baby {eek} in about twenty minutes. First off, thank you for all your kind messages, baby name suggestions and well wishes over the past week! I appreciate every one of them!!

Secondly, I thought I'd leave you with a little eye candy while I'm gone...I don't know about you, but I am definitely a bit weary of the over the top "Hollywood Regency" look.. What never grows old though is a sense of fabulous, sophisticated style. The home pictured below is the epitome of chic but still contains a sense of calm, order and fun! Enjoy and Cheers....I'll be back to posting in about a week or two!!!! Julie

New York designer Philip Gorrivan helped Victoria Webster with her home. I've long admired his use of color and ability to mix period pieces and patterns.

Images: Canadian House and Home, Philip Gorrivan

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A cheery space on a snowy Monday...

I know Sabrina Linn's home has been posted before, but I enjoy looking at amazing spaces again + again because I tend to notice something new every time. I love this loft's mix of high/low, old/ new, and refined/rustic. It's unexpected, fun and lived in.. Isn't exactly that the way a home should be?

{this is one of my favorite shots}

Images: Canadian House and Home + via Peacock Feather events {great blog btw}

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Can you stand?

how AMAZING Windsor Smith's home is??? I know a number of you have probably seen this in House Beautiful or via the blogging world, but I couldn't resist posting it. That mid- night blue kitchen {although I did LOVE her turquoise floored kitchen too} and graphic foyer - are beyond words

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"What" I'd like to decorate..

A BUNGALOW - inside + out!

I've always loved the potential that bungalow style homes have!

Their exteriors and interiors clean up beautifully because of their charming proportions and interesting architectural details. I know someone in the process of purchasing a bungalow. If they approve, I'll post the "before" + "after" transformation.

In the meantime here's some info. on the bungalow (Craftsman) homes and a bit of exterior inspiration!

Most Bungalows found in the U.S. were built between 1905-1930

Features

"Low-pitched gabled rood (sometimes hipped)"

"wide unenclosed eave overhangs"

"roof rafters often exposed"

"decorative false beams or braces under gables"

"porches - either full or partial-width, with roof supported by tapered square columns"

"columns or pedestals frequently extend to ground level {without a break at level of porch floor}"

{info. taken directly from A Field Guide to American Houses; Virginia + Lee McAlester}

Initially craftsman style homes were found in Southern California but they soon became a popular smaller style home across america. "Few were built after 1930."

BEFORE


AFTER

I love the fence and carriage house details

Images: Country Living, Martha Stewart, Country Living (before and after images), Cottage Living, Old Houses.com, L.A. Times, Old Houses.com {bottom two}

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