Monthly Archives: June 2012

Elizabeth’s Art Deco Monkey House Dream Living Room Inspiration

My parents bought their place back in the early 1980s, and it was purchased fully decorated from a couple who had a taste for deco and what I’d later ascertain to be a near-limitless decorating budget. There were mirrored surfaces, … Continue reading

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Hard/Soft: Concrete Lacy DIY Votives

What’s at the intersection of a hard material and a soft one? Hope? Strength? Balance? In the case of this snappy DIY project, it’s good design. Especially good, we’d imagine, for outdoor spaces (but equally as lovely in any indoor … Continue reading

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Eco-Friendly Outdoor Drool-Worthy Furniture

Looking for some awesome outdoor furniture to enhance your outdoor space? Doesn’t seem much sense to fill your outdoor space with products that won’t be good for the earth, considering how close to Mother Nature these pieces will be. We’ve … Continue reading

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Dabney’s Edgy Scandinavian Dream Living Room Inspiration

This living room is what would happen if Marimekko had its annual office party at a biker bar. It’s both happily bright and a little on the dark side. It’s also sophisticated and playful at the same time. I love … Continue reading

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Designing Around a Bold-Patterned Chair Dream Living Room Inspiration

I have a love affair with boldly patterned chairs. More playful than a pillow, not as dominating as a whole sofa, they’re the perfect spark for my creative fire. The latest object of my affection is this chic, Southwest-inspired beauty. … Continue reading

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Do You Have a Piece of Furniture You Love but Never Use?

In my home, space is at a premium. Because my living room was divided into two rooms to create a dining room, neither of the two rooms are particularly large. This lack of space does not leave much room for … Continue reading

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Admire It & Acquire It: An Elegant Ensemble

There is so much to love about this living room from designer Betsy Brown. It is a cohesive look but each element is beautiful on its own. Of course, much of this room is very expensive, but with some patient … Continue reading

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BEFORE & AFTER: A D.C. TOWNHOUSE TRANSFORMATION!

Before and after views of the living room in aWashington D.C. townhouse that was recently totally remodeled and redesigned! (above) Here’s a never before seen BEFORE & AFTER look at a home… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit … Continue reading

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FASHION FORWARD: LIVING IN SUMMER PASTELS!

I like this coastal living room. Bright, cheerful, great ocean views. Am not normally a pastels girl…but I like the way the pastel colors work in this living space…I also might this summer even… [[ This is a content summary … Continue reading

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Beach Modern Ideas!

Got any beach plans to beat the heat this summer? Or stuck in your home for the next few months? Whatever your situation, your home itself can channel the awesomeness that is beach chic with a wide variety of beach- … Continue reading

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