Showing posts with label kitchen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label kitchen. Show all posts

Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Designer Staples: Topiaries...

Life is in the details, and so is design.

In fashion, when you put together an outfit, it's never complete until you've put on a killer pair of shoes, statement necklace or chunky bangles around your wrist. When it comes to interior design, the same concept applies. When creating a living room for example, you decide on the layout, furniture, area rug, lighting fixtures etc... But your room will not look or feel complete until you've incorporated "the little things" such as throw pillows, picture frames or decorative vases. Upon the countless hours I've spent browsing through beautiful design images, I've started to notice certain staples that all designers use time and time again. One of those key accessories is topiaries. Next time you feel like your room needs a little "Je ne sais quoi" perhaps a topiary will do the  trick!


Bella Mancini Design




Ashley Goforth Design


Veranda Interiors


HGTV Pure Design


Elad Gonen & Zeev Beech Photography


Atmosphere Design


Bosworth Hoedemaker




Saturday, 28 May 2011

Drum Pendants...

Drum Pendants are commonly found in kitchens and dining rooms. But because of their clean, simple and linear nature, these light fixtures are easy to integrate in just about any room of the house. Before installing your drum pendant, play around with the height. Depending on the look you want to achieve, you may want your drum shade to hang very low or high up next to the ceiling. Make sure to always consider sight lines so as to not obstruct any decorative elements on your walls.


Heather Garrett Design



Valerie Pasquiou Interiors


Kenzer Furniture


Cecile Lozano Design


Jason Ball Interiors


Atmosphere Interior Design


Edyta & Co.


Designs by Shoshana


The Couture Rooms


Atmosphere Interior Design


Thursday, 5 May 2011

Ode to the Farmhouse Sink...

What's there not to love about farmhouse sinks? They are rustic, charming, extra-deep and minimalistic enough to blend into a modern setting. Furthermore, because the front of the sink is meant to be exposed it minimizes the "reach-over" space allowing for easy access into the sink. I've always been a fan of country kitchens but my heart skipped a beat when I saw this first picture... I love the open shelves, industrial pendant light fixtures and of course, the farmhouse sink. Interior designer Sally Wheat has created an inviting kitchen where modern and country co-exist in perfect harmony. Love it!



Sally Wheat


Brooke Giannetti


Atmosphere Interior Design


Margot Austin





Nurit Geffen - Batim Studio


House and Home


Ken Gemes


Anne Coyle


Ashley Goforth



Wednesday, 27 April 2011

The Writing is on the Wall...

Chalkboards can be found everywhere in design these days but who knew they could be so chic? 

They are inexpensive, functional and make for an easy DIY project! Chalkboard paint can be purchased just about anywhere and is erasable, magnetic, washable AND durable enough to stand up to lots of little hands! They are fabulous in children's rooms, kitchens and mudrooms. As I was scouring the internet for creative ways to integrate a blackboard in my own home, I stumbled upon many inspiring images that I absolutely had to share on my blog. 

Enjoy!



















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