ThanksGiving table setting.... yum!

Darlings!!!

Here's some lovely thanksgivng ideas courtesy of MarthaStewart.com

More backsplash you guys!!

Okay, here they are, a few VERY clever and unique ideas for backsplash...... so lovely!

Brick tiles.....

Subway tiles in a looooovely shade of blue..... this kitchen is delish!

Old, savaged mirrors for opening up the space and giving it personality!


Mirrored backsplash.... oh so chic!

Brick wall indeed! isn't this a dream? so artsy!

HA! bet you didnt see this one coming, yes, it's chalkboard paint!!! isn't this clever? you can't write the daily menu on it!

Image source: 1.- Kitchenbacksplashphotos.com, 2.-Becoming Home, 3.- Tracery Interiors, 4.- Apartment Therapy, 5.- Channel 4, 6.- Ann Porter

Two grrrrreat ideas = )

Hey there! how was your weekend? delightful I hope! did you do anything fun?

Sometimes I need a little inspiration to get my week started with the right foot. These two beautiful ideas for a backsplash did it for me. They both involve tiles, which I love and am seriously considering for my own kitchen.

First off, the rich shade of royal blue below makes me very happy, against white cabinets and walls its like a breath of fresh air!

And this one..... well, its a bit more artistic and a fantastic DIY project I love because it gives the kitchen a whole lot of personality!

What is your backsplash style??? Tomorrow, we will continue with backsplash as I have a great post for ya ;)

Images via: Remodeling Center

Totally note-worthy.... La Danse

Darlings! this is exciting and thrilling beyond words!...

“La Danse: The Paris Opera Ballet,” opened this week, and according to reviewer A.O. Scott of The New York Times, “a feast for ballet lovers” and “one of the finest dance films ever made.” So hurry over to THE ERRANT AESTHETE, for a full and wonderful article (as usual!) on this masterpiece.

“What a thrilling week for dance onscreen.A portrait of one of theworld’s great companiesby one of theworld’s great vérité documentarians.

LA DANSE captures a living ecosystem.Beyond offering the privilegeof watching gorgeously photographed scenesfrom seven balletsclassically smooth and atonally jarring,LA DANSE is an anatomy.It’s about flesh and bone and sinew,about sublimity on Earth.”
David Edelstein, New York

Having been a balerina myself, and having a huge crush on the Paris Opera Ballet, this is grand. Certainly much anticipated and highly coveted. Me LIKEY!!!!

xo

Nuit

A fresh take.....

On the last post, I managed to gather some useful inspiration photos on how to warm up a room now that the fall is here. (yayy!)

This time, I am to help a reader and friend, Katie, who wrote to me asking for a few ideas to 'freshen up' a tired, dark room... what colors to use, how to bring the light in, etc.

Luckily, I was already preparing a post on the subject, so here it is..... hope this helps you Katie!

First off, neutral colors and natural light, are essential to give a room some new life...

Unexpected colors in areas that use to have a traditional look.... blues and earthy tones combined with some metallics really take this kitchen to a whole new level! so don't be afraid to try things.

Let the light in and let architectural features be the center of attention.... the chandelier was very cleverly added to give even more drama to the already fantastic ceiling!


Create a color palette that works for you and feel free to wrap your project up by covering the screen of your lamps with some gorgeous wall-paper.



Interesting color combinations and art selection can be everything to a room, in this example below, the stripes are designed to make the space flow and the little reading nook by the window completes the game. Do remember to create areas you want to BE IN. Meaning little places that you will love, that you will use... where you will sit down and read or talk to your loved ones. After all, you are the one LIVING here.

Lastly, here is a kitchen that has been renovated by going back to a basic, clean, all-american look. White & Red, I find this a very smart decision to unify the space, give it some elegance and togetherness... If your kitchen has different colors that dont make you happy, go back to the basics and you will feel inspired to start building from there.


All Images via: Better Homes and Gardens



Love... Nuit

Now, let us warm up!

Image via: Pottery Barn

We could all use one or 3 ideas to warm up now that the fall is settling in..... in most places. A lot of times you just need a bit of imagination and something warm and cozy like a throw and candles. Here's some inspiration for your weekend :)

I am crazy in-love with that dog!!! and that velvet couch... (sigh...!)

Images via Better Homes and Gardens

The Man: Today I am crushing hard on Brad Ford!

I really love looking at Brad Ford's work. It's so honest and straight forward, he is definitely one of my fave. His spaces are truly vibrant and young (and so indeed is Brad himself!)

He established his firm in 1998 with an emphasis on residential spaces. He manages to balance, light, space and color factor into every design, creating a timeless effect. Clean lines and simple but well-crafted furnishings, with an attention to texture are his essentials.

Brad Ford has more than 10 years experience in interior design, (WHAT, did HE start when he was 17?? - please excuse me, there's just something 'bout Brad ;) Anyway, he was featured as one of "10 New Designers to Watch" in both New York Spaces Magazine and in New York Magazine, and was also named one of America’s Top Young Designers by House Beautiful!

Loves!!!

All Images via: Brad Ford

Celebrity Homes: Tommy Hilfiger

Tommy Hilfiger is obviously a fashion icon, and most of the time these people have great homes. Today I have a few snapshots of his Connecticut home.

I adore that dining place in the wine cellar. Uh, Tommy? I will gladly agree to attending your next dinner party! OH! and Please check out the last image, it's some decorating by Tommy himself very cleverly using Louis Vuitton trunks.

Enjoy!

Images above via: Celebrity Houses


Image via Fashion Phile

Gorgeousness in Neutrals...

I am a huge fan of color, I really am, but that's maybe only because I am a mom and my house needs to be child-friendly. However, I do LOVE the neutral look as well and the effect of calm and relaxation it has in me. Kinda like living inside a Spa... I had posted some neutral rooms before, so click HERE, in case you want to look at some lovely white rooms with a twist.

Neutrals also tend to bring sophistication into a space, I highly recommend a neutral palette for a chic, adult, elegant result.

Have a very lovely, happy day!

Image via: Brad Ford Portfolio

The last four images via: Better Homes & Gardens