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Cozy Decor :: Plaid Throws

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Colder weather is at our doorstep and that means one thing… it’s time to bundle up. Cozy plaid throws are a timeless favorite. The classic pattern is a great one for the winter months. I also love that throws are super easy to use either inside or out.

plaid throw // living room // jenni kayne

Want this cozy look too? Here are some plaid throw favorites I rounded up. . .

plaid throws // cozy blankets @simplifiedbee #plaid #throws

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one :: two :: three :: four :: five

*image sources – first via Camille Styles and second via My Domaine

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Read full story By on November 1, 2017 in Features, Get The Look, home accessories, Interiors, Living Room, outdoor living, pattern, tabletop, textiles, traditional

Book Review :: David Hicks Scrapbooks

David Hicks // David Hicks Scrapbooks @simplifiedbee

David Hicks, the iconic English interior designer, is best known for his bold use of color and geometric pattern as well as his famous clientele including British royals. His inspiring career spanned nearly five decades – from the 1950s to the 1990s, Hicks carefully and thoughtfully chronicled his vast work and accomplishments in scrapbooks. Clips from shelter magazines featuring his designs, newspaper articles, ticket stubs and personal letters from clients were just some of the memorabilia collected in the twenty-five volumes he created.

David Hicks Scrapbooks // Book Review @simplifiedbee

The precious scrapbooks became his legacy and his son and interior designer, Ashley Hicks pared down over 3,000 pages to just over 300 of the best that are featured in a newly released book, David Hicks Scrapbooks by Vendome. First off, the book’s cover is a stunner – it’s coffee table worthy for sure. And as you flip through the collage style pages with drawing and handwritten notes, you get a personal glimpse into the fascinating world of David Hicks. This beautiful book is a must for any Hicks fan and a great addition to your design library.

David Hicks Scrapbook page // book review @simplifiedbeeDavid Hicks Scrapbook page // book review @simplifiedbeeDavid Hicks Scrapbook page // book review @simplifiedbee

*all images used with permission // Vendome

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Read full story By on September 20, 2017 in book, book review, Features, interior design, pattern

Beautiful Staircases

beautiful staircases

How darling is this painted stairwell with chic lucite handrail? It’s in a gorgeous Cape Cod home designed by Raquel Garcia and featured in Elle Decor.  The space had me thinking beautiful staircases and how they can make such powerful architectural and design statements.

beautiful staircases // cement tiles // @simplifiedbee #staircases #tiles

In our own home which I shared on Instagram, I added decorative cement tiles and gray paint to give a small stairwell leading to our mudroom a fresh look. Dino our Sheepadoodle puppy loves it too!

To kick off the weekend, I’ve rounded-up a variety of staircases featuring runners with bold patterns, tiles with ethic touches and handrails with artistic style. You might notice one that looks familiar too – it’s another staircase in our home that I’ve talked about before. Can you pick it out?

beautiful staircasesbeautiful staircasesbeautiful staircases // @simplifiedbeebeautiful staircases // @simplifiedbeebeautiful staircases // @simplifiedbeebeautiful staircases // @simplifiedbeebeautiful staircases // handrail

image sources top to bottom:

3 black & white stair runner // 4 blue tile staircase // 5 stair runner with nailhead// 6 antelope stair runner // 7 spanish tile staircase // 8 bookcase under stairs // 9 david hicks inspired banister

Fun News! This little old blog was also nominated for Amara’s interior design blog award… you can vote here. Thanks so much for your support!

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Read full story By on August 11, 2017 in foyers, interior design, Interiors, pattern, rugs

Design Trend :: Classic Stripe Patterns

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striped indigo pillow // bedroom

Summer and stripes go hand-in-hand. From awnings to chairs, pillows to rugs you can find classic stripe patterns popping up in homes in all styles. The bedroom above designed by Alexis Manfer (as seen in Rue Magazine), features an indigo striped throw pillow tops the bed adding a pop of color and pattern to the space. Such a chic touch!

Today, I’ve rounded-up a few home decor favorites featuring stripe patterns – some traditional, some modern and all super stylish.

design trends // classic stripe patterns #stripes

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1 wooden bowl :: 2 tassel rug :: 3 counter stool :: 4 throw blanket :: 5 storage baskets

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Read full story By on July 27, 2017 in Bedroom, beds, design trends, Features, home accessories, interior design, Interiors, pattern, textiles, throw pillows, traditional, wallpaper, window treatments