Jane Ormes + a little somethin' to inspire your day

Hello!!!! Hope you are all doing great!!!

I spent the weekend doing some planting outside in my patio, I recently did some renovation because it really used to be the ugliest thing on the planet, and it's lookin' MUCH better. My girlfriend Diana {One Crafty Fox} says it's time for some pictures and I couldnt agree more!! So I am going to finish planting the flowers immediately if not sooner and I will finally post something on it.

In the meantime I've got a double post for ya today.

First off... Jane Ormes. She is a Brittish designer producing whimsical and decorative limited edition prints and I LOVE her work. Ch-Ch-Check it OUT!!!

"My screen prints reflect my take on the world.
I produce playful, colourful images, often involving animals in absurd situations. I like to think that these creatures all have a secret life that we know nothing about. I keep a notebook to jot down unsual names or lyrical phrases as these can often lead to an idea but its more likely that i will be inspired by a story or situation that tickles me"

This one above is a "Brittish bird unaware he'd flown to Australia" [HA! genius!!!]





Up next is some serious inspiration gathered via House Beautiful, it's a 1938 bungallow that was transformed into this.... {see if you can believe it}....

My dream home. [OK, I say that about pretty much every single house tour I post]

xoxoxo



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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

Bed Time!

Dear all... I have been away for 6 days!!! WOW... and they went so fast too... I guess that happens when you are crazy busy uh? And now, I am just tired, and a lil bit stressed and need some lovely inspiration (and a soft bed) to feel better in no time!

That's why, today I am posting these fabulous bedrooms! Which is your favorite?

(pst! notice the faaaab beds!)

Designed by Susan Tully

Designed by Meg Braff

Designed by Jonathan Adler

Designed by Gary McBournie

All Images via: House Beautiful

The Man: Ken Fulk

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the work of Ken Fulk! he has a wonderfully chic style that really sits well with me, I enjoy the colors, the light, the friendliness of it... its all good inside Ken's rooms. Just look at the night-stand on the second photo, yes, Louis Vuitton!!! and look at the walls and the colors... gorgeous, impeccable.

Images via: House Beautiful and

California Homes Magazine (shoot by David Duncan Livingston)


xo

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Loads of Light + Loads of Personality = Fab Space!

Hey dears!!!!! I am back! finally... and not feeling too great, thanks to all that food I ate on friday at a Steak House in Mexico City but I will get there... Anyways, its good to be home :)

I love color, there's no question about it... but I love light just as much. It is a true challenge to decorate a room that has no windows and I think there's nothing more beautiful than daylight making its way into a living space.

Here are some gorgeous examples of how light + some interesting choices in terms of furniture, color, fabrics and accents can turn your room into a very lovely space. Have a great week!

All Images via: House Beautiful