Sunday, November 30, 2008

Modern Interior Design

How to Get a Cutting-Edge LookModern interior design is a new cutting edge style of design that is becoming more and more popular in interior design in homes, offices, hotels and many other places.The amazing thing about this type of design is that it gives a very impressive look to your place that people will be amazed about.A modern or contemporary interior design gives a rich, luxury look to

Office Interior Design Ideas

How to Get the Perfect Design for Your OfficeUsing a professional impressing office interior design for your office will make a special look to your business and company. Because just like the cover of a book, the design of your office says a lot of things to your clients and customers.That's why more and more professionals and businesses are hiring interior designers to create an impressing,

Saturday, November 29, 2008

Christmas Decorating Ideas

Christmas decorating in the Shabby Chic Cottage Style is defined as an elegant, comfortable, "lived in" feeling with a perfect mix of the old and the new.Here are a few simple steps for creating a shabby chic, cottage Christmas by turning your home or apartment into a place of warmth this holiday season!1. Choosing a color palette - Whites and creams are the staple colors for Shabby Chic style

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Tips for kid’s bedroom interior designing

Your child’s bedroom is a place where he spends most of his time at home, we must pay special attention to organizing and planning of the Chamber.1. Always choose high-gloss paint for the children’s room, because it is can be washed.2. This is a great concept of the wall paintings are based on a theme of your child’s choice3. To save room space, buy multifunctional furniture for your child’s room

Decorating a Child's Room

8 Simple Strategies to Make You Both Happy!Decorating a Kids Room When it comes to decorating a child's room, your approach should be much different from decorating an adult bedroom.For kids, their bedroom is where they play games, read, listen to music, day-dream, or just go to be alone sometimes. So use these eight strategies to help create a space that will make you both happy: 1. Talk to

Monday, November 24, 2008

this is dan...

this is dan...
this is dan's entertainment area.

this is dan's entry way/ living room/bedroom


this is dan's murphy bed... (the painting is amazing)



this is part of dan's kitchen.
dan lives in san francisco and this is his newish place, a lovely studio with more architectural details than a boy could shake a stick at. dan loves to cook. dan loves to entertain. dan loves color.
one picture i ommited but im sure dan would love you all to see would be his bathroom which includes but is not limited to a custom matouk shower curtain with his monogram on it... as dan would say "not a big deal"
we love dan.



Saturday, November 22, 2008

Home Remodeling Tips

Home Remodeling TipsRemodeling your home while giving it a high-end look and style is what each one of us wants for our house. Making the best out of the money spent and giving a new image to your home is what we talk about here. Bringing out the best in your house requires careful planning and organizing. Whether you are remodeling for selling purpose or to upgrade it to a modern lifestyle these

Friday, November 21, 2008

humphrey bogart's hollywood retreat

simple, classic, relaxed.





...all images from architectural digest



Tuesday, November 18, 2008

inspiration for nov/dec...
















Sunday, November 16, 2008

Interior Design Color Trends for 2009

Interior Trends for 2009 - Oriental Sweetness:After Woolmark has launched its new interior colour trends for 2009/10 at the start of the New Year, it looks like Japanese Inspired themes are going to be prevalent. It is still early days as far as interior predictions for 2009, but we are going to look into one of the trends that is looking hot for next year, Oriental Sweetness & produce a

Saturday, November 15, 2008

Country Home Decor Gifts

Rustic and country decor is one of the favorite styles of home decorations nowadays. Being one with nature and having a decor that complement your choice is simply a dream come true. And if you know someone who also enjoys country home decorations then selecting unique gifts for them is a complete pleasure. In this section of country home decor gifts we bring together different ideas to make the

Novelty Gifts For Home Decor

Selecting novelty gifts for home decor is something that always seems to puzzle us. What to get that enhances the charm of the house. It should be useful, stylish and also have the novelty gift touch to it. There are different gift ideas for selecting the perfect novelty gift for a housewarming party or even for your own home decorations. Select from these unique novelty gifts and give your home

Fall autumn Decorations ideas and inspirations

Fall is here with a dip in temperature and changing colors outdoors. The weather is still warm yet the gorgeous hues of nature finally announce the advent of autumn. Most of us don’t have the time to drape the entire home decor with the fall collection. However with some simple items you can bring the outdoor fall spirit right into your living space. From some simple table

Friday, November 14, 2008

...a soothing bathroom, drak rooms, navy tones and an hermes coffee table
















Winter Home Interior Decorations

Changing the interiors of your home as different seasons roll in is one of the simplest ways to deck your home interiors with a completely new look. With the holiday season soon advancing and the winter chills setting in it is once more time to give a fresh feel to your interior decorations. With some warm colors and soft fluffy fabrics welcome the winter season in style. In this section of

Summer Home Decorations

Summer is finally here and as the heat glares down on us, we try to find new and different ways to cool our surroundings, making our home surroundings comfortable and pleasant for us to stay. So let's take a look at these summers home decor tips and make our homes cooler welcoming the summers with a bright smile.Light Colors Are The Summer Style We are all aware that summer is

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Discount Home Decorations Ideas

Giving your home decor a unique style statement and that too in a budget is what this section on discount home decor ideas is about. Give your home a completely new look with some great discount home decoration tips for different rooms. These discount decor ideas are inexpensive and also give your rooms an attractive appearance. So read through these different home decor ideas and enter a

Tropical Home Interior Decorations Ideas

Tropical home decor is the easiest way to feel the cool ambience of the islands around you. When one thinks of tropical interior decorations, one relates to sand, leisurely vacations and the tranquility of the Caribbean and Hawaiian islands. As you start conceptualizing the tropical interiors for your home, close your eyes and imagine the blue ocean and green vegetation around you. And what can

Cheap Home Decorations Ideas

Decorating your home in the right way doesn’t always dig a hole in your wallet. It is simply letting your creativity run loose and adding some tit and bits. You will be surprised how by simply adding some wall accessories or painting one section of the house in a separate color can make all the difference. In this section of cheap home decor ideas we bring together different tips and ideas to

Home Decorations Accessories - Antiques

Home is a world that we call our own. It is the abode where you can come back and simply be yourself. A place that is cozy and inviting, making us smile each time we open the door. A lot goes into making our house a reflection of our taste and style. And this is where home decor accessories come in. With some personal elements, colors, artifacts and furnishing we turn a house into a home.Creating

Home Interior Decoration - furnishings and home accessories

Home interior decor is one of the most personal and creative experiences that is shared by anybody as they step into their abode of joy and dreams. Creating the perfect home interiors for you is not something that can be done in haste. With the right wall colors, furnishings and home accessories, one creates the right look for each room.A home interior decoration is always a reflection of the

Unique Home Decor Ideas - Living Room Decorations

Welcome to the special section on unique home decor ideas. If you are looking for ideas to decorate your home in a special and unique way then we have just the answer. When we look for unique and different ways to decorate our home interiors then the best way to go about it is by taking one step at a time. So let’s take a quick look at these different tips and ideas and adorn our homes in some

Rustic Home Decoration - ideas and tips

Rustic home decor brings to mind the perfect ambience of the deep woods, the log huts and the peaceful mountain retreats. But is it always possible to be surrounded in this serene delight? Well the answer is Absolutely!!In the section of rustic home decorations we bring together ideas and tips to bring the rustic appeal of the outdoors within your home. With a bit of rustic interior decorations

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

50 Ideas for modern barthroom

1. Choose a bold color such as this tomato red to brighten up a space. Or simply keep the wall a lighter or neutral shade, and choose bold accent pieces. 2. Add a fabric-covered or built-in valance above the tub to accentuate your shower curtain. 3. Wall sconces provide task lighting and serve as decorative focal points. Bathroom Vanities

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Pattern on pattern on pattern for a small office space could really inspire some hard work.

...i just really like the balance in this room







...the last three are just pieces ive found all over that i really liked this week... and yes, id put them all in the same room.




console tables...












...I really enjoy seeing new console solutions and the many different varieties there are. Either in an entry way or behind a sofa these tables can really add some space to a room and also invite you in. Back home in Newport in my apartment i was rather proud of myself for using an antique wooden ironing board under a very large guilt mirror in my entry way...not always expected but definetly unique... plus think of all the beautiful objects that can adorn these tables...



Sunday, November 9, 2008

MODERN Kids Room - Furniture IDEAS

I had posted a month or so ago about wanting to apply for an Interior Designer Position at IKEA. Shortly after I had posted about it, I had another job offer. I was offered to work at a new antique mall that is opening 5 minutes from my house. I love antique malls, and worked at one for 5 years. My favorite job ever, and really the only job I have ever LOVED. My boss is someone that I have

How To Redecorate Kids Rooms

ost likely if you are looking at redecorating kids rooms; you want nice splashy colors that exemplify youth and energy. Kids rooms can actually help shape the youngster because the colors stimulate moods. Therefore, you have to give your kid an extra boost when decorating their home. Also, if you want your kid’s room to feel like a sanctuary to them, and a safe place to end their day, you have

Give Modern Touch For Your Bedroom

Modern bed design by Saba Italia, in circular shape, presents a cosmopolitan style with a soft gray color really has a modern look. The two semi-circular sides of the bed can be separated resulting two new pieces of furniture. This bed is a great way to surprise your guests, and also you can be proud to have a stylish contemporary bed and two sofas in the same. [ via: sabaitalia ]

Decorating Your Home for Christmas - holiday decoration

If you are on a tight budget and you want to decorate for the Christmas holiday you can still spruce up the home and make it look quite festive. Bows are one of the best things you can use to decorate and make it look like Christmas and they are super cheap.It is best to get your favorite fabric at a fabric store. Some fabrics look nicer than others when it comes to bows for the holiday. You can

Modern and Stylish Bedroom Designs - Fresh Bedrooms

Function, mood and harmony are the factors that spell the difference between designer bedroom and the usual. A great bedroom is a place to relax and recharge, a stylish and peaceful retreat that’s as versatile as it is welcoming. The bedroom interior design is extremely important in order to provide that instant feel of relaxation and comfortable atmosphere.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

tray tables...











...all from www.1stdibs.com





business card...


im just reall happy with it.


thanks so much travis for the design

ebay scores for the week

old grain sack shams embellsihed with army/navy patches
ive been collecting these for a while now...


dont know why it took me so long to get one of these... actually i got three of these great prints for 8 bucks!!!


love the graphics and font on this one...


...looks like i have a lot of framing to do.
we have started an ebay addiction group at the office... basically we just egg eachother on when we get ansy about raising bids after being outbid... its not healthy.




Nona von Haeften 's finca in Mallorca










Some ten years ago, German interior designer Nona von Haeften and her husband Wolf Siegfried Wagner, a stage designer, paid their first visit to Mallorca. The couple had been looking for a holiday house for some time, but convinced that Mallorca had long since been ruined by mass tourism, they had never visited the island. One day, an old friend who had a house in Mallorca and knew the island well persuaded them to make a visit in order to inspect an old finca that she knew was for sale in the eastern part of the island. Although highly sceptical, Nona and Wolf agreed to fly down from their home in Hamburg for a short visit. It was a classic case of love at first sight and just three weeks after their arrival, the finca, together with a sizeable plot of surrounding farmland, was theirs.
Once the building work was complete, the business of furnishing the house took over. Nona sourced most of the fabrics and furniture from her contacts and suppliers in Germany, France and England. No easy task, but the house was eventually made ready to receive its first contingent of guests who were thrilled to find themselves staying in such delightful surroundings.
It wasn’t long before the finca became the couple’s main residence. Word of the successful transformation of their new home soon spread and within a matter of months Wolf had been asked to renovate and design other houses on the island. Meanwhile Nona has set up an interior design business in the nearby town of Manacor. Her shop, called Unicorn, stocks everything one could possibly need to set up home - antiques from Europe, stylish furnishing fabrics ranging from ravishing silks to cool, practical cottons, furniture in wrought iron and wood made locally to Nona’s design, together with ceramics and accessories made by talented craftspeople living on the island. Some years later, Nona opened a second warehouse-type shop, called Coconut Company, in premises next door - a treasure trove of stylish rattan furniture and affordable accessories imported from the Far East.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Extravagant Bed Design - Modern Bedroom Design

Bedroom Design Designed by Max Longin the Float Bed is based on the idea of the central point of rest to which everything leads in a pliable and soft way. This bed is has a design that is quite unique and is held in place by four stainless steel cords that are connected to a frame of wooden rods and steel bows which can support a weight of up to 2645 lbs. The bed is available in ash, beech,

Modern & Minimalist Bedroom Interior Design Ideas

After last week we presented a Bedroom Designs and Room Ideas for Modern Teens today here is another inspirational post with bedroom ideas. Today theme is modern and minimalist bedrooms. This look usually has a mixture of simple furniture and those out-of-this-world artistically designed pieces.In modern bedrooms, the bed is usually the one that stands out. The modern style usually

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