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Preppy Home Office

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Have you been thinking about giving your home office an update? These images may just motivate you to do that. You may recall my wonderful intern from the past two summers, Michaela. Last year she graduated from design school and has launched her own firm, Michaela Noelle Designs. I’m thrilled to share with you a project she recently debuted. It’s a preppy home office design for a mutual friend of ours that has two boys. Looking to have a girly space of her own, she hired Michaela to transform her catch-all office space into a room that’s fresh, feminine and beautifully organized.

preppy home office design

office before

We created four zones for the office: the bookshelf /scrapbooking supply area, the desk, window seat and bar cart we are calling our “craft cart”. Bar carts really are versatile! – Michaela

preppy home office // pinboard detail

The thing I love about my new office space is the way I feel when I go in there: peace and happiness! My old office made me crazy with all the clutter and disorganization. I love the Expedite unit with all the baskets and storage and finally somewhere to put all my scrapbooking albums! I also love the prints in my office, such a great idea, especially the LOVE one above my desk. – happy client

preppy home office // ikea shelving and stencil wallpreppy home officecraft cart // preppy home officevintage truck in window // preppy home office

I love that the vintage trunk was kept under the window. It’s softened with floor length West Elm drapery in a soft lattice pattern and a trio of throw pillows in navy velvet and a chinoiserie floral by Caitlin Wilson Textiles. If interested in knowing more product sources featured in this beautiful office, please visit Michaela’s blog!

Bravo Michaela! Love, love, love  it!

Happy decorating,

Cristin

*images courtesy of Michaela Noelle Designs

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Read full story By on January 8, 2014 in home accessories, Interiors, office supplies, office/study, Organization, textiles, window treatments

Sneak Peek :: West Elm Fall 2013

West Elm Fall 2013 Collection

I know, I know. Summer just arrived and our minds are nowhere near the fall season. Our friends at West Elm however have allowed us a sneak peak into their fall collection and it’s so good, I wanted to share. The entire collection is amazing, but a parquet pattern 3-drawer dresser, green Parsons desk, agate decoupage boxes, marble pattern pillows and a mobile chandelier topped my list!

parquet dresser - West Elmgreen parsons desk - West Elmmalachite storage and jewerly boxesmarbled throw pillows - West Elmmobile exposed bulb chandelier - West Elm

Don’t you love?

Cristin

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Read full story By on July 10, 2013 in furniture, home accessories, storage, throw pillows

Friday Find: West Elm Summer 2013

Okay, I know. Spring just arrived and I’m rushing you into summer months! But, just had to show you images of what West Elm has in stores now for summer. One trends you’ll see in the collection is the use of vibrant color … from watermelon to lagoon blue there is sure to be a shade you’ll love! Adding a colorful new rug, chair or throw pillow is an easy way to give your home a fresh look for summer.

I’m leading off with my favorite image. I’m in love with these gorgeous silk pillows by Pauline Reyes (below).  A native of Mexico City, Pauline’s pillows were  inspired by the vibrant colors and patterns in the Talavera pots her mom had in the house.

mexican inspired throw pillows

pink and white paper flowerssouthwestern inspired pink and whtie rugmosaic tiled coffiee tableaffordable upholstered daybedsea glass bottleschic embroidered throw pillowsblue and white dip dye tabletop hanging laterns at night

And this last image of flickering lanterns and votives has me longing for warm summer nights!

Check it all out and more at West Elm!

Cristin

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Read full story By on March 22, 2013 in color, Features, Friday Finds, furniture, rugs, tabletop, textiles, throw pillows, tile

Great Quality Sofas :: 5 Favorite Sources

 

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interior design tip

I agree with interior designer, Graciela Rutkowski about splurging on your family room sofa. It’s a piece that will get tons of use and it’s worth investing in the right one for your family. Her quote has raised some good questions too. One in particular from a Simplified Bee Facebook fan asking for recommendations on which retailers had the best quality sofas. I’ve narrowed down the long list to five of my favorite couches that are well made, stylish and affordable – all of which you can purchase online.

best sofa brands - Serena & Lily

Serena & Lily carries high quality upholstered furniture including sofas. My favorite is the Miramar. It’s a great casual, yet chic style. Serena & Lily have tons of fabric options to choose from to get that custom look too!

best sofa brands online

Room & Board is a fave because of it’s wide selection and quality. The Loring sofa tops my list because of it’s timeless appeal, flared arm and tight back. Room & Board also offering a good selection of fabrics.

great quality sofas MG+BW

Known for state-of-the-art-construction, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams strive to deliver truly comfortable furniture. Their sofas are some of the best and most stylish. My personal fave of the day is the Blackwell. It has a traditional look I love.

best sofa retailers online

Horchow makes the list because they carry a wide selection of stylish brands (all top notch quality). The tufted back of this chic sofa by Bernhardt caught my eye and I love that it’s American made.

quality sofas online - west elmWest Elm makes my list because their price-point is so affordable. Their sofas are a great choice for the newlywed and family with tiny tots running around. West Elm has a terrific sofa selection, but my current fave is the Blake.  I particularly like the single seat cushion, tailored (but loose) back cushions and timeless look.

 Happy decorating!

Cristin

*product opinions are all my own, although some links are to affiliates of Simplified Bee

 

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Read full story By on March 12, 2013 in 5 favorites, family rooms, Features, furniture, living rooms