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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

New Traditional Interior Design by Courtney Giles

January 27, 2014 · Comments { 4 }

This weekend I caught up on reading some of my favorite shelter magazines. There was one house tour featured in Atlanta Homes and Lifestyle that caught my eye. Atlanta-based Interior Designer, Courtney Giles transformed the historic 1911 four bedroom house for a young couple. Sticking with a neutral palette for the most part, Giles’ design blends traditional elements with fresh , modern accents – it’s what I refer to as new traditional interior design. The result is inviting, elegant and current.

formal living room by Courtney Giles black paneled pocket door - atlanta homes

Love this black and white paneled pocket door, brass elements and chinoiserie wallpaper!

formal dining room with round table - Courtney Giles

The chinoiserie wallpaper in the powder room is dramatic and bold, but a fun choice for this small space.

The curved window-seat bench in the boutique style walk-in closet is my fave!

For more images and information about this home, visit Atlanta Homes and Lifestyle.

Happy decorating,

Cristin

*Photo credit: Emily Followill via Atlanta Homes and Lifestyle

Read full story By Cristin on January 27, 2014 in Bathroom, bathrooms, Bedroom, bedrooms, chinoiserie, Closets, dining rooms, family rooms, Interiors, Kitchen, Living Room, living rooms, mantels, tables, traditional, Uncategorized, wallpaper, window treatments

5 Faves from Lonny Mag’s Latest Issue

September 3, 2013 · Comments { 0 }

Hello September! You are one of my favorite months; The kids are back in school, the weather is perfect and college football is in full swing (that last one is for my hubby!).

In addition, Lonny’s September issue is live and is loaded with inspiration. I’ve pulled five images that feature some current (and some longstanding) decor obsessions ….

(marble bath)

(cane furniture)

(designer wallpapers)

(lucite chair)

(chinoiserie cabinet)

Happy new week!

Cristin

*images via Lonny Mag

*photo credits: Ball & Albanese, Coral von Zumwalt and Genevieve Garruppo

Read full story By Cristin on September 3, 2013 in 5 favorites, Bathroom, bathrooms, chairs, chinoiserie, Features, furniture, interior design, Interiors, Living Room, living rooms, office/study, wallpaper

Tom Scheerer Decorates – The Book

August 25, 2013 · Comments { 1 }

It’s creating a huge buzz and there’s good reason for it. Tom Scheerer Decorates, due out in September is the long-waited and first book of interior designer, Tom Scheerer’s work. His classic and as he puts it, “no nonsene” approach to design, is reminiscent of design icons such as Albert Hadley, David Hicks and Billy Baldwin. From Manhattan apartments to Bahamian seaside cottages, the book showcases Scheerer’s exquisite, confident and always perfectly balanced creations. They all contain a seamless blend of classical design elements with crisp, modern touches. All are inviting, livable and feel natural. Scheerer makes decorating look effortless, which we all know is far from the truth. Many of the images featured in the book have already caused a pinning frenzy and you’ll see why.

His sophistication is extreme, but it is accessible, relaxed, and a touch “under-baked,” as Scheerer says, because he thinks the smartest rooms are always a little underdecorated.” – Mimi Read, author of Tom Scheerer Decorates