dwellings and décor

I am really digging on these super dark spaces and pretty berry toned interiors this week.

That apple arrangement is absolute genius. It would be so pretty to do that for an autumn party get together and the best part is you can eat the apples afterward!

Thanks for stopping by this week and have a Happy Halloween tomorrow!

Via these beautiful blogs:

1. Lucinda Symmons - Desire to Inspire
2. I giorni… - Mandarine d’Italie
3. More Halloween, Thanksgiving, and General Fall Decorations - Iffers Little Nest
4. Firmdale Hotels - SeeSaw Designs
5. Moody & Romantic, Black Interiors - Plush Palate
6. From My Stack of Magazines: October - Iffers Little Nest

You can see more of my favorites from the week on my Tumblr page HERE>>

This week I fell in love with these summery soft green and neutral spaces. I hope you fall in love with them too!

All images found on these beautiful blogs:
1. Creating a “Universe of Ones Own” via decorology
2. Arbetshörna via Ida
3. Virtual Long Weekend from The City Sage
4. Before & Afters from A Life’s Design
5. Casual Decor via Elizabeth Anne Designs
6. Vintage Doily Bedding via Make Room for Living
7. White Character via Luphia Loves
8. Inspirational Amy via sfgirlbybay

Thanks for stopping by and have a lovely weekend!

A design trend that has snook up on me is the one where designers put there indoor furniture in their outdoor spaces. I am quite keen on this look and I love the idea of moving your pretty traditional furniture outside for a summer party or gathering like what Lola B did here. She said it made the soiree feel more homey and comfortable. I can only imagine how nice it would be!

It seems like other bloggers have caught on to this trend including Apartment Therapy and Simply Grove. I would check out their links for more inspiration if you are planning on implementing this idea for your next shindig. :)

Image Credits:
1. Lola B Boutique
2. Open Air Photography via Weekend Host
3. Veranda
4. Judy Casey
5. South Pacific Fabrics
6. Brocade Home via Apartment Therapy

So what do you think? Would you consider bringing some of your indoor furniture outside for the summer or temporarily for a party?

Karlene over at Bloom Studio insisted that we check out the website of Kelly Hoppen and I am sure glad I did because I came across so many gorgeous furniture and decor. Kelly Hoppen who is a British designer has definitely created a signature style and you can see it in her interior design and furniture design. She not only has a shop, designs spaces, and writes books but she also has a design school as well!

Check out that see through skirt!

The lighting in this restaurant is phenomenal.

Just a few unique things you will find in her shop.

All Photos from Kelly Hoppen Retail

My friend Justin from high school runs a B&B with his family here on Maui called the Garden Gate. He recently sent me photos of the gorgeous outdoor space of the B&B and I knew I had to post them here to share with you.

Wouldn’t this be such a lovely place to walk down to in the morning to have your coffee and breakfast? I love the huge outdoor space with the hammock and custom built fireplace area. If I were to come here on vacation I would definitely stay here. I am not big fan of the huge tourist crowds at the hotels and I think this would be such a romantic getaway.

The house is located within walking distance to a great beach and also very close to the main shopping area on Front St. For more info check out www.gardengatebb.com.

The last couple of days have been crazy so I apologize for not having this post up until today.

This week I was loving all these yellow, blue and pink interiors. Maybe it’s the combination that makes me happy especially as it gets closer to being Summer. Are you feeling the heat yet?

1. Lovely Outdoor Space with Tiles as part of the Centerpiece via Shannon Fricke (*Great Idea!)
2. A Little Yellow via Simply Grove
3. Pink Inspiration via Emmas Design Blog
4. Sophia Vayda Blue Bedroom Design via Desire to Inspire
5. Fun & Beautiful Workspace Designed by Kris’s Color Stripes
6. Before and After: Jennifer’s Bedroom with Shadow Tree Stenciling via Design Sponge (*Great Idea!)
7. Adorable Pillows via Design Shimmer
8. Paper with Plexiglass for a Backsplash via Simple Lovely (*Great Idea!)
2. A Little Yellow via Simply Grove
9. The Ornate Look via Dress, Design, & Decor
10. Bubble Chandelier via Mochatini
11. Sunny Yellow Bedroom via This is Glamorous
12. Light Blue Bedroom via Armas Design

This has got to be one of the best houses to live in. Not only is it wonderfully decorated it has a ton of natural light and its a great practical family home. It also has a fantastic art studio with a skylight. As you know I absolutely love old homes with a modern aesthetic and this house has that perfect balance of the old with the new. Some beautiful details about this house is the upstairs balcony, wide open spaces, and a beautiful modern fireplace. I am sold!

Love the cute shelf outside

Notice the table lamp mimics the artwork in the top left photo.

What I would give to have that art studio. So lovely!

Images from HERE

There is only a few weeks left of summer so I thought I would post some outdoor design inspiration. It seems like people either dread the end of summer or they are ready for Fall. When I lived in Oregon I loved Fall for about a week and then I hated being cold. When you live in a place that is on average 85 degrees every day it may seem like its the best thing in the world but it can be hard at times to not experience the seasons. I live on a part of Maui that gets more rain which helps me get over the monotony of sunshine and it always reminds me of Oregon. No matter where you live or what the season is enjoy the outdoors and make it lovely!

Clockwise from top left: 1. Point Click Home 2-4. Cottage Living

Clockwise from top left: 1. Suzy Hoodless 2. Lizard Management 3. Tripod Agency 4. House Beautiful

Clockwise from top left: 1. House and Home 2. Judy Casey 3. Domino 4. Verne

Summer tabletops are all about fun, fresh and casual. For outdoor table décor be inspired by your garden. Bring in colors from the flowers or if you mostly have leafy plants have a simple more natural look to your table décor by adding white linens and wood and grass materials like wicker or bamboo.

Here are some tips from Canadian House & Home:

• Line hurricane vases or lanterns along the middle of the table for simple yet stunning centerpieces.
• Create easy summer centerpieces with fruit, stones or branches displayed in baskets.
• Transform a favorite lightweight scarf, sarong or leftover fabric into a summery table runner.
• Add bursts of color to an all-white table by using different colored chair cushions or tie fabric or inexpensive sarongs around chair backs for an extra splash of color.
• For a more minimalist looking table, opt for no tablecloth at all and place a grouping of chunky white pillar candles in the centre, atop a bamboo runner or placemat.
• Sea-themed tables: White pillar candles set in sand are perfect for clear hurricane vases. Place pretty seashells on the sand around the candle, and sprinkle a few more on the table around the hurricanes for an airy, seaside centerpiece.

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From Top (when ther are two left to right) 1. Kemble Interiors 2. Zara Home 3. Western Interiors 4. Refresh Agency 5. Real Simple 6. Pietere Stersohn 7. Judith Miller Inc. 8 & 9. Dubois 10. Cheryl Rowley Design

There is something so magical about these interiors with multiple hanging light fixtures. Lighting is too often an afterthought for people and it can be very difficult to create the right amount of light. You will notice in these interiors that the design has been carefully thought out. The first image has multiple chandeliers that sparkle when sunlight hits from the large glass skylight. The second image down is a retail store and the designer used the same light fixture in different sizes but hung them at different heights to give it a more scattered feel. I love that there are so many and it still feels subtle and it gives the space a nice glow. I think this idea of multiple hanging light fixtures may work best for events and special occasions. It can really give you that drama that your looking for.

From Top (left to right when there are two) 1. Shoot Factory 2. KWID 3. Martyn Lawrence Bullard 4. Little White Dress 5. D Wiseman 6. Event Design Group