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Healing Steam Showers by Mr. Steam

February 7, 2014 · Comments { 5 }

As you may have seen from my Instagram photos this past week, I had the honor of being one of fifteen designers to represent BlogTour in Las Vegas (#blogtourVegas) at the the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). The week was filled with uncovering new design trends and seeing the latest and greatest products in kitchen and bath design. It was both exhilarating and exhausting. By the end of the week I needed downtime and a recharge. And to my rescue – the lovely folks at Mr. Steam who treated the BlogTour crew to experience first hand the healing properties of steam at the beautiful Aria Spa. Yep, it was fabulous.

You may know steambathing improves breathing and acts as a natural expectorant. But, did you know that it also hydrates dry skin, removes toxins from the body, boosts metabolism, promotes restful sleep, and increases circulation? These are just a few of the many benefits of steam therapy. So it’s no wonder that more and more homeowners are requesting steam showers.

Although most of us envision large steam rooms, steam showers can be as small as 3′ x 3′ x 7′. Mr. Steam isn’t just about steam either. By blending scent, light and sound, Mr. Steam offers a multi-sensory, high-end spa experience in your own home through chromatherapy (colored lights), aromatherapy (scented oils), and your choice of music (integrated music system). I know, you want one too. Check Mr. Steam’s requirements to see if it’s possible in your bathroom!

I’m loving all of Mr. Steam’s products, but iSteam is my hands down fave. It’s a next-generation control system and is stunningly simple. Providing the ease-of-use of an iPhone, the nearly flush-mounted control system allows users to adjust temperature, lighting, music, aromatherapy and duration with the swipe of a finger. Available in timeless black or white, the iSteam turns an everyday shower into a sensory spa. I’ve included a short video for you to see this amazing product in action:

Have you fallen in love with the idea of a steam shower and turning your bathroom into a spa? I have.

Stay tuned, in the upcoming weeks I’ll be sharing exciting products from the other #BlogTourVegas sponsors – Blanco, Poggenpohl, Sub-Zero, Dekton, Top Knobs, Wood-Mode, Formica Group, Walker Zanger and TOTO USA!

Happy decorating,

Cristin

images via pinterest, pinterest and houzz

*disclosure: this post was sponsored by Mr. Steam through BlogTour, although all opinions are my own.

Read full story By Cristin on February 7, 2014 in Bathroom, bathrooms, blog, healthy home, interior design, Interiors, video

Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern by Brian Dittmar

February 6, 2014 · Comments { 2 }

It’s that time of year we start thinking about taking a warm weather holiday. Palm Springs has been one of my favorite sun-drenched destinations. The sunny desert community has a wonderful, laid back feel I love. It’s also home to some of the best mid-century architecture and interiors around.

To put us in the mood, today we are touring a beautiful desert vacation getaway San Francisco’s Brian Dittmar designed for his Northern California clients. Fondly referred to as the “Atomic Tiki” house by Brian, it was built in 1965 in the Golf Club Estates section of South Palm Springs and has an unusual Polynesian-style roofline with mid-century interior. The result is colorful, playful and looks like a set from Mad Men. Makes me want to book a trip to Palm Springs today.

My design brief was to make carefully considered, artful and subtle changes that would refresh the interiors while keeping the residence’s original vibe through a mix of mid-century furnishings and pieces with subtle Polynesian references. – Brian Dittmar

palm springs mid-century modern bedroom

For more images of this home, design details and a fun list Brian’s favorite finds in Palm Springs, visit The Style Saloniste.

Happy decorating,

Cristin

*photo credit: David Duncan Livingston

Read full story By Cristin on February 6, 2014 in Bedroom, chairs, color, dining rooms, furniture, interior design, Interiors, Living Room, living rooms, mid-century modern, wallpaper

Design Reveal :: Blue and Orange Boys Bedroom

January 30, 2014 · Comments { 2 }

I’m thrilled to be sharing a peek into a boy’s bedroom I designed for a client’s son. Even though my client, Suzanne (also a friend and fabulous lifestyle photographer) lives in the San Francisco Bay Area, she choose my virtual design services. This gave her the design direction she was looking for, but the ability to purchase items herself and at her own pace.

Suzanne envisioned a “big boy” room that her son would enjoy now and through his teenage years. One way we achieved this was to select a neutral wall color – Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter. It’s a warm gray that gives the room a fresh, modern feel. While the rug, window treatments, furnishings and bedding pull traditional hues of blue and orange perfect for a boy any age.

To get a full appreciation for the transformation, I’ve included a look at the room before (below). There are actually two images – one of when it was a yellow nursery and the other more recent for the toddler years (although the paint color had already been changed for the new design).

boys bedroom before - simplified bee

boys bedroom - orange bedding - simplified bee

My client’s son loves his new “big boy room.” The desk with locker-style drawers is his favorite – it’s just plain cool. On the other hand, I love the dark brown dresser with contrasting white pulls and the custom photo canvas above. The photograph taken by Suzanne of her son adds a pop of color and a personal touch to the space. Love!

If you are interested in the products used in this design, some of them are listed below… get the look

How does Simplified Bee’s Virtual Design work? Step one is to answer a detailed questionnaire that narrows down the client’s vision, style and budget. Next after a scheduled phone call and consultation with the homeowner, I will create a design delivered digitally that includes mood board(s), floor-plan(s), paint colors, budget/shopping tool, detailed product info and any additional instructions the client will need to finish the room. The client then has the opportunity make the design come to life by purchasing items directly from the shopping list and at their own pace. For more information and pricing, please contact me!

Happy decorating!

Cristin

*photo credit Suzanne O’Brien Studio

Read full story By Cristin on January 30, 2014 in baby and children, Bedroom, bedrooms, beds, bookshelves, Boy, boy's bedroom, color, interior design, Interiors, lighting, simplified bee portfolio, teen rooms, traditional, window treatments

My Office + Organized Home Office Products

January 21, 2014 · Comments { 16 }

Once you get on an organizing roll, it’s hard to stop (at least for me!) After organizing my desk, it motivated me to tackle my bookcases in my home office. They really weren’t bad, but needed to be streamlined and I wanted them to have a refreshed look. To help me reach my goal, the folks at See Jane Work at Office Depot asked me to select items from their new collection. Combining fresh style and organization, the See Jane Work collection offers super stylish office accessories in a variety of fun patterns (chevron, herringbone, stripes florals, and more) and color palettes (aqua blue, shades of pink, black, white, and more). They are perfect for mixing and matching. Best yet, they are really affordable!

To coordinate with items I already owned, I selected items from the See Jane Work Collection in hues of aqua and white. To corral my kids artwork and over-sized school papers, I picked at a pair of decorative art boxes. I love them. They have an overlapping magnetic lid closure which is really slick! I also added a few white magazine files to conceal mismatched file folders, shelter magazines and home decor catalogs. Adding pops of white can help a space look fresh, airy and modern.

stylish home office storage // simplified bee

To keep my active product samples easy to get to, I selected a fabric bin with fun grommet handles and herringbone detail inside.

home office storage ideas // www.simplifiedbee.com

My client projects are organized using binders. When I spotted the herringbone in blue, I knew they’d work with my shelf and company’s image. Next to the binders, I placed a series of white decorative storage boxes. They are now used to organize my fabric samples by color.

I can’t tell you how many readers say, “I saw a hexagon or honeycomb pattern and thought of Simplified Bee.” As a nod to the shape, I added a new art print and placed it next to a current fave – succulents.

I also picked up this darling “Be Brave” print as a reminder that God is with me at all times.

I love my “new” bookcase! What’s your favorite element?

Happy organizing,

Cristin

*Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Office Depot, although all opinions are my own.

Read full story By Cristin on January 21, 2014 in bookshelves, Decluttering, decorating small spaces, etsy, home accessories, home organization, interior design, Interiors, office supplies, office/study, organization tips, Organizational tips, Paperwork, simplified bee portfolio, storage, Tips/Tricks

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