Monthly Archives: September 2011

WEEKEND PHOTO!

Posted on September 25, 2011 by tonyg

A wonderful corridor…a glass enclosed walkway. I don’t know why I find corridors and doorways so intriguing. Maybe there is some mystery to them…both implying movement into a new space…an unknown space. Something optimistic about corridors and doorways too…moving into … Continue reading →

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Before & After: The Goodbye to Matchy-Matchy Makeover Real Simple

Posted on September 23, 2011 by tonyg

Shanta lives in Forest Hills in a prewar one bedroom apartment. Spacious and with good light, this living room has lots going for it, but lacks color and a real sense of Shanta’s personality. Everyth

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LOGICAL LIVING – PRECISELY DESIGNED LIVING ROOMS!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by tonyg

I like these two living rooms from Atlanta based design firm The Design Atelier. Something so neat and orderly and precise about the design. These rooms are both on the traditional side of design but have a bit I like … Continue reading →

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Shoreham House by SJB Architects

Posted on September 19, 2011 by tonyg

SJB Architects designed the Shoreham House on Australia’s Mornington Peninsula. . Description from the architects: Situated on a stunning site overlooking Westernport Bay, this residence was conceived as two pavilions sliding across the landscape, creating shelter, shade and relief from … Continue reading →

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WEEKEND PHOTO!

Posted on September 15, 2011 by tonyg

Woohooo! A long weekend is almost here! So excited. Labor Day weekend!  Would love to be in the Hamptons in this home on this enclosed porch. Perfect place for a wonderful family luncheon. I like the fact that it is … Continue reading →

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COLOR WATCH: COCOCOZY SUMMER STYLE BOARDS!

Posted on September 15, 2011 by tonyg

Simple lines, clean and fresh…teal and blue shades…summer inspired decorating! (above) I love summer.  Flowers, sky, water, grass, trees all inspire my summer decor style.   Here are my inspiration boards for Summer 2011. BLUE Sounds cliche but blue skies do … Continue reading →

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Backyard inspiration

Posted on September 15, 2011 by tonyg

This, my friends, is EXACTLY what I want to do in my backyard once the new house is complete. Maybe not the bamboo because I’m not sure that can grow in the climate up here in good ‘ol Canada but … Continue reading →

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Connect 4: Artist Condos Hover Above Communal Courtyard

Posted on September 15, 2011 by tonyg

This Japanese dwelling complex embodies the best of both private and public living: four lofted apartments with privacy and views above, and a space for collaboration, gatherings and exhibitions in a covered outdoor courtyard space below. Support functions (such as … Continue reading →

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SEE THIS HOUSE: A $2 MILLION DOLLAR SPANISH RANCH IN LOS ANGELES!

Posted on September 15, 2011 by tonyg

A mere $1,995,000, gets you a 4 bed, 3 bath, 2857 square feet 1928 Spanish ranch style home in the heart of Los Angeles – something they are now calling the Beverly Grove area of town (I grew up in Los Angeles…and when … Continue reading →

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HOW A LITTLE ZEBRA CAN GO A LONG WAY – ANIMAL PRINT USED JUST RIGHT!

Posted on September 15, 2011 by tonyg

I received an email from interior designer Martha Moos asking to sign up for the daily COCOCOZY email blast the other day. Her email signature had a link to her interior design site and of course I couldn’t help myself … Continue reading →

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