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Favorites :: West Elm Fall 2014

July 9, 2014 · Comments { 4 }

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How cute this mid-century modern inspired marble coffee table with chic home decor accessories? The metallic banded vase is my fave! It’s all part of West Elm’s recently released collection for fall 2014. Scouring the globe from Peru to India, Haiti to the Philippines, this collection delivers authentic artisanal pieces to make your house a home. The most exciting part? For me it’s their introduction of over 50 collections of lighting in a wide variety of style from deco to mid-century to industrial. And as always, West Elm delivers stylish, fresh and practical home furnishings and decor that’s affordable. Here are a few other items for fall that caught my eye.

Hello! Isn’t’ this acrylic waterfall chandelier stunning?

This colorful triangle pattern bedding is currently on sale too!

For more from their fabulous fall 2014 collection, visit West Elm!

happy decorating,

cristin

Read full story By Cristin on July 9, 2014 in contemporary decor, discounts, furniture, home accessories, lighting, mid-century modern, tables

Kitchen Design Crush

June 30, 2014 · Comments { 4 }

A kitchen doesn’t have to be massive to be functional and beautiful. This all white kitchen designed by Jute Home is a perfect example. With the custom cabinetry well planned out, the space has room to accommodate gourmet appliances and touches. Although not enough room for an island, a peninsula does the job of housing the under-mount sink and barstools for three.

Here you can get a better look at the chic marble chevron backsplash and all white countertops (most likely a quartz). Love the open shelving too. They help break up the space visually.

Drinking tea is a daily ritual for me, so I love this last image. 🙂

Isn’t’ this a lovely designed kitchen? And if Jute Home sounds familiar, it might be because Simplified Bee featured their lovely family kitchen for the San Francisco Showcase.

happy decorating,

cristin

*all photo via Jute Home

Read full story By Cristin on June 30, 2014 in color, contemporary decor, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchens, lighting, pattern, tile

San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2014 :: The Library

June 5, 2014 · Comments { 2 }

Although the San Francisco Decorator Showcase has closed it’s doors, I still wanted to share The Library by Geoffrey De Sousa. The San Francisco-based interior designer created a serene retreat bathed in rich neutral tones that doesn’t detract from the breathtaking views of the bay. The soothing monotone palette was inspired by the room’s Classical Revival mantelpiece. As a backdrop, hundreds of books painted in a creamy white line the dark traditional bookshelves. The faceless books add a wonderful texture to the room and are indeed thought provoking. They made me reflect on the future of printed books and how the digital age is transforming how we read books, magazines and news. Will a home’s library be a place of the past? I hope not. We all need a cozy place for quietude, intimate conversation and of course reading. Something similar to what De Sousa so beautifully created here.

*photo credits: first image via Geoffrey De Sousa and second and third via Houzz

Read full story By Cristin on June 5, 2014 in bookshelves, contemporary decor, interior design, Interiors, lighting, office/study

Design Crush: Eric Olsen Design

April 30, 2014 · Comments { 0 }

I recently came across the portfolio of Southern California architect and designer, Eric Olsen. I’m in love. He creates beautiful, traditional homes with a fresh, contemporary feel. Many of his projects feature gorgeous aged wood ceilings, paneling and cabinetry that give a wonderful earthiness to the space. One project referred to as “Port Streets”, is a favorite. Pictured above, the home has a relaxed California style I adore. The backyard patio with fireplace is a stunner too. Take a peek for yourself!