Showing posts with label Outdoor Inspirations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Outdoor Inspirations. Show all posts

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Dreaming of..

stealing a moment in a warm sunny place..It's about this time of year {every year} that I start to get the winter blahs.....I love the retro feel of the pink umbrella above. In fact I love almost all of Santa Barbara Designs umbrella's..



I would love to have a beach bungalow in a place like the Bahamas someday! I imagine my space would be fresh, clean and "under decorated". {think Tom Scheerer's beach spaces} {isn't day dreaming fun?}

The pure simplicity of this gorgeous outdoor dining spot is magical!
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Monday, July 27, 2009

The two pictured here are available through Circa Lighting
I still love the look of lanterns used indoors and out! There are an array of new, custom and old versions available!

This lantern's the perfect choice in this graphic bedroom full of americana influences.
A custom version of this beautiful light is available through Brown's in Texas
I loved the set design of this kitchen in the movie "The Holiday". The lanterns punctuate the space beautifully.





Pagoda Styles are a favorite for me. Brunelli Designs
An over-sized version adds a bit of drama to this dining room


Images: Ashley Whitaker, Vanessa De Vargas, Elle Decor, Elle Decor

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Thursday, May 28, 2009

Another project + I would love your help!





Your basic sunbrella fabric



Brighter Turquoise


If an interior designer isn't working on someone else's projects, {he or she} is usually in the throws of a personal creative venture. Back in July as a rookie blogger, I did one of my first posts on the chair below. I found these on my way to the beach one day. I screamed to my husband "stop the car". This isn't a rare occurrence in our lives, as I often find myself picking up stranger's castaways. None the less, he still thinks I'm out of my mind.


I loved the bamboo detailing of these tired chairs. The bottom photo is what they originally looked like. I have since painted one glossy black and now need to choose an outdoor fabric for all seven of them.

That's where you come in!! I can't decide what to do. My choices are above. I love the idea of doing a simple solid turquoise, or maybe even yellow but apart of me thinks the quirky bright green bird print might be fun!! {The website touts it as being very "high-end", whatever that means in the outdoor fabric world - softer I guess} WHAT DO YOU THINK? Oh and these fabrics are all well priced, I don't want to spend a fortune on fabric. I look forward to your thoughts!






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Thursday, May 7, 2009

Inspired by wire..Which do you prefer?

The truly old-fashioned look of the 20's + 30's ?
Bertoia's mid-century modern designs?

or something with a bit more glamour?



Hire Wire by Anthropolgie

re -Trouve by Patricia Urquiola

Hire Wire from Anthropologie
Images: Domo.comau-Jardin line, Bertoia image: via Apartment Therapy

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Friday, April 10, 2009

FRIDAY FINDS...DINING "OUT"

This outdoor dining space is amazing. The owner of the home creatively transformed an ordinary outdoor shed and it's surroundings into an extraordinary dining room.
Love the idea of creating an "outdoor" dining room...These images do just that, beautifully...
Happy Weekend!!

This has long been one of my favorites...Hanging light fixtures outdoors creates "a moment". {as I say to my students}

I've had this image, FOREVER, but I still love those bamboo chairs..and a fairly undiscovered Kelly Wearstler. {2001}
Whose says you can't enjoy nature in the city? This is a pretty roof deck isn't it? Sometimes potted plants galore can do the trick. Image from top: Country Living, Elle Decor, Met. Home, House Beautiful 2001., Elle Decor, Veranda
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Thursday, March 26, 2009

PICK A NUMBER

Jonathan Borofsky # 5 print, available through Joni Moisant Weyl

I can't think of a better time of year to add a bit of graphic whimsy to your home.


How Sweet, Tea cups - Anthropologie

Mary McDonald's guest home - kitchen; Numbered plates available through dfd boutique


A feminine or masculine touch will do..
Hand made pillows by Red Shoes llc

Felt pillows by Soft Goods
Recycled sail cloth tote through Ella Vickers


How simply creative are these table numbers? What a great idea for a casual, outdoor wedding, shower or party.
Image via Pink to Green

Image: Domino

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Friday, March 20, 2009

Friday - Happy Spring

To meander down this garden path everyday would be simply divine!
In light of the first day of Spring and my crazy busy week, I thought I'd keep my post simple today. Look for some of my new "Friday-Finds" next week!! HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SPRING!
Image: House and Garden

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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Where I'd like to...

Enjoy cocktails and dinner with friends...
This is a photo of Randolph Duke's outdoor dining patio, his entire home can be yours for a mere 7.85 million dollars, read more here.. I love what he dubs "glam-organic", "combining natural elements with sleek, polished pieces and antiques." {I'll toast to that}
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Monday, March 16, 2009

A MUCH better shot...

I posted this fabulously graphic, outdoor space a couple of weeks ago, but the binding really
obscured the full view...here's a better look!!
Image: Design New England
Photographer: Eric Roth
Designer: Weena and Spook
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Wednesday, March 4, 2009

I SPY..


MORE STRIPES...


If you are a weekly {or daily} reader of my blog, you'll recall last week's post on how I'm spotting stripes everywhere! I came across these graphic photos yesterday in Design New England, this graphic design scheme is clearly Dorothy Draper inspired. {below}

{lft. the Greenbrier Hotel, right. The Museum of The City of New York, Dorothy Draper installation}
Images: Design New England, Photography: Eric Roth, Designer: Weena and Spook. Bottom: DorothyDraper.com
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