Monday, May 11, 2009

I think I have a new favorite style! Modern rustic!

Decorating a home isn't a race - it's a journey worth enjoying. Tactile, handmade ceramics are best collected over time and look effortlessly chic when displayed as a group.


Mix provincial pieces and modern luxuries for a smart take on the rustic look.

A natural, earthy palette with touches of black, white and ochre is a good base to work with.



Walls that have a plaster- or lime wash-style finish work well as they provide a chalky surface that adds texture to a room.

When it comes to accessorizing, think about shades of tortoiseshell, pearl, ebony, seashell, crystal and bone.

The key to making this look cohesive is keeping clutter to a minimum, so it makes sense not to rush into purchases.

A capiz-shell hanging, driftwood and linen give natural warmth to this pared-back room.
*Personal note* I absolutely LOVE this bedroom. That bed looks perfect!

Stripped- back timber floors, doors with porcelain knobs and aged wardrobes and shelves are raw and rich.



Keep your colour palette to earthy tones such as sand, slate and ochre, and mix in the rich textures of stone and wood.



Images and tips from Notebook

Chic goodies for sprucing up the place...

Flipping through my latest issue of House Beautiful, I was stopped in my tracks when I spotted a page dedicated to favorite housewares under $25. I especially noticed this 18" Quatro Table Lamp - lamps are so expensive! But this lamp, which you can find at mxyplyzyk, is only $25! Check out more of their cool stuff...
The $25 lamp!


I adore this retro side table...

And this magazine rack/table is genius





...an awesome way to put those grocery bags to use, a clothespin frame turns them into a garbage can.



I really need one of these - a dual timer - because I have trouble monitoring more than one pot at a time.


317 U for me!

This reminds me of a project I did in a glass-blowing class in college, where I made tons of glass pepsi cans from a plaster cast.

Friday, May 8, 2009

Tuscan Inspired Spaces

Have a great weekend everyone - enjoy!


The color of this bedroom is just sublime...
via Restoring Italy

I would love the space for a round table in my entryway.
Italian Country Living



via Tuscan Elements

What a beautiful color on the side of that building.
via Apartment Therapy

via Tuscan Plan

via Interiors by Details

via Inspired Interiors


These bedrooms are so effortlessly cozy
Grand Designs Live

Vittorino Designs


20% Discount for Decorology readers

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Lots of cute eco-friendly housewares and jewelry!







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Thursday, May 7, 2009

Sarah Jessica's Bright and Lovely Hampton's Home

It was very important to Sarah Jessica and hubby Matthew Broderick for their Hampton's home to be comfortable, and free of fuss. The house was originally featured in Elle Decoration UK - but it's also in Elle Decor's book, So Chic, so I'm not 100% positive... Her friend, Eric Hughes helped her achieve a relaxed abode by mixing antiques with thrift store finds and pieces from IKEA with custom-designed furniture.

via Homebug

via Oh Joy!


What a great space!

The guest bedroom I'm presuming


via Homebug

...so? Do you like what you see?

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