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Timeless Master Bathroom by ScavulloDesign

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This serene master bathroom by San Francisco-based ScavulloDesign is now on my list of favorite bath designs! Interestingly the sunlit bath was designed for a bachelor on the search for “Ms. Right.” ScavulloDesign did a wonderful job of balancing  styles to create a timeless space that appeals to any occupant. The design team paired traditional elements like wainscoting wrapping the room and exposed plumbing in the shower to add interest while the finishes kept the space clean, crisp and inviting. To keep in line with the client’s traditional taste they incorporated Calacatta marble in coordinating gold and gray tones, which allowed for pattern play without being too busy.
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Who wouldn’t want to unwind here after a long day?
Sources
Sconces: Astor Sconce (Ilex Lighting)
Mirrors: Bistro Rectangular Pivot Mirror (Restoration Hardware)
Cabinet Hardware: Ephram Knobs & Pulls (Restoration Hardware)
Plumbing Fixtures: Sink with Easton Low Profile Lavatory Faucet, Tub with Easton Low Profile Tub Filler, and Shower with Easton Exposed Thermostatic System (all by Waterworks)
Tile: Wainscot: Calacata Borghini Honed, 3″ x 6″ (Ann Sacks); Floor: Calacata Honed, Trousdale Hex (Walker Zanger)
Walls: Revere Pewter in eggshell finish; Ceiling: Atrium White in eggshell finish (both Benjamin Moore)
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Read full story By on August 15, 2012 in bathrooms, interior design, lighting, tile, traditional

Client Media Built-in Styling Before & After

It always amazes me what a little styling can do. Last week my intern extraordinaire, Michaela and I styled a media built-in bookcase in a client’s family room. As you will see from the before and after, we balanced out the look by turning a few books horizontally, adding objects with pops of color and leaving some shelves with an open feel. We only added a couple of items, but most were exiting and simply repositioned.  
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We loved the way it turned out. And just in case you missed it, here’s an article I wrote a while back with Tips for Styling a Bookcase.

And a BIG thank you to Michaela for taking all of these pretty pictures!
Happy Decorating and Happy Friday!
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Read full story By on August 10, 2012 in bookshelves, family rooms, interior design, simplified bee portfolio, storage

Splurge or Sweden?

Need a good laugh? You’ll want to take a look at SPACES’ {YouTube’s new home & garden channel) Splurge or Steal video. Host, Erika Storm Wasser asks everyday folks if they can tell which piece is the splurge and which is an Ikea steal.

And the gorilla was not staged… seriously, he was just hanging in the park. Hilarious, don’t you think?

Also, I’m curious. Are you subscribing to channels on YouTube? 
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Read full story By on August 8, 2012 in interior design, interview, video

Giveaway :: Good Bones, Great Pieces Book

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Selecting furniture pieces that you will love for decades can be overwhelming. However, the mother-daughter designing duo, Suzanne and Lauren McGrath are making the selection process much easier in their book, Good Bones, Great Pieces. By focusing on seven essential, timeless pieces  – the love seat, demilune, bench, dresser, slipper chair, side table and occasional chair –  the McGraths have created a resourceful book that everyone including seasoned decorators will want in their collection.
For the McGraths decorating isn’t about following trends, but about following one simple rule: “Almost every piece you purchase should have the ability to take on more than one role in your current or future home.” Their multi-functional design philosophy is aligned with my own and perhaps that’s why I adore this book so much. Take a peek at some of the beautiful images, valuable advice and stunning illustrations…
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I know you are going to want this book and am thrilled to be giving a copy away to one lucky Simplified Bee reader!

Here’s how to enter to win a copy of Good Bones, Great Pieces:

  • Simply leave a comment on this post {provide your email if I don’t have a way to contact you}.
  • Extra Entry – become a new follower of Simplified Bee’s Blog, Twitter, Pinterest or Facebook Page.
  • Extra Entry – mention this giveaway in a blog post, FB link, tweet or pin one of these images on Pinterest, then leave a comment letting me know.
  • Please post a separate comment for each extra entry.
Entry period closes at midnight PST on Wednesday, August 8, 2012. The winner will be chosen by Random.org and will be announced on the Simplified Bee Facebook page on Thursday, August 9, 2012.
Happy Decorating & Best of Luck!
 

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Read full story By on August 1, 2012 in book review, Design Tips, furniture, Giveaways, interior design