dwellings and décor

So I know a lot of other bloggers have already featured the beautiful shop Terrain but I couldn’t resist sharing my own favorites here on my blog. Hope these images help start your Monday! :)

There is something so relaxing about their beautiful products. The natural country feel and homey atmosphere put me in a restful mood. It makes me want to decorate my home and future garden like this especially for those stressful days. I love that one of the images has a book in it called Natural Garden Style. This is a great way to describe their look and image. I love it!

All Photos from Terrain

You may have come across this beautiful shop recently but I just had to share it if you haven’t. Lovely soft gorgeous items for the home, garden and body are all what you will find at Pale and Interesting. Here are just a few of my favorite things!

They also carry gorgeous vintage jewelry too!

Here is a little bit more info I came across on their website which I thought described their style really well:

“Pale & Interesting is a life-style shopping experience. Inside this site you will find furniture, accessories, jewellery and books all chosen or designed by Atlanta and Dave, inspired by their love of the functional, beautiful and out-of-the-ordinary. Their philosophy is all about mixing it up, teaming old with new, contrasting rough with smooth and pairing femininity with utility.”

All images from Pale & Interesting

Sonia from Ivory Pearl Interiors not only leaves so many sweet comments on my blog but she also has beautiful gorgeous french and modern furniture on her website. I mean seriously look at all of this eye candy! Silver butterfly cabinets, black velvet wing chairs, french ornate headboards, and twiggy mannequins!

www.ivorypearlinteriors.com

Even though they are based out of London doesn’t mean you can’t get these lovely items in the US. They ship internationally. They are also giving dwellings and decor readers 15% off so if you like what you see I would head on over there. Enter the promotional code LUXE001. Enjoy!

When I was picking the photos to choose for this weeks best I found that I chose several yellow interiors. Not usually a color I would go for but it must be something about it being summer and maybe there were more to choose from. I also always find myself picking out green spaces because it’s my favorite color and my house is mainly green. I also had a few interiors that have soft blues, grays and whites that I couldn’t pass up so here is a combination of all these colors. This first photo with the chairs found over at Gathering Spriggs pretty much starts the post. Enjoy!

1. Galbraith & Paul Upholstery via Gathering Spriggs
2. Sage Moss Apple Pea, Jade Grass Verdigris via Verdigris Vie
3. Beautiful Bedroom with a view designed by Danielle from The Style Files
4. Beautiful Yellow Door found over at Crooked Shmooked
5. Yellow Patterned Dining Chairs via SimplyGrove
6. Interior of restaurant Grill from Emmas Design Blogg
7. Hello Sunshine via Follow Studio
8. Simple Perfection via Bloom Studio
9. Just a hint of Yellow via Pink Wallpaper
10. A Parisian Countryside Wedding Table Decor via {this is glamorous}

Today I received a small and sleek pamphlet for the company called Tonin Casa. I have to say the pamphlet made me want to see more and so I decided to check out their website www.tonincasa.it. When you get to the catalogue page on the website it asks you if you want Modern or Classic. Now this wasnt an easy choice for me but I chose classic first which tells me a little something about my style preference. The first four below are found in the Classic section and the last four were found in the modern section. Which one do you prefer?

All Photos from www.tonincasa.it

I came across this photo the other day and I was mainly inspired by the colors and fabrics which made me think it would be a great photo to design a room around.

You can see in my inspiration board that I decided to use the main color of the photo as fabric for the main pieces in the room. I liked the idea of the little red shoes as an accent piece and so I decided to go with this circular red pattern for a pillow. I think it picks up the shape of her shoes quite well. I then decided I needed another piece to pick up that sweater color and I found this lamp which picks up the light and dark aqua of the photo. I really love the shade of that lamp and I wanted to carry that look through so I went with a glass and metal round coffee table.

These are so fun for me to do and it is so nice when you find something that inspires you automatically. :)

Lamp: Graham and Green
Sofa/Chair/Coffee Table: Room and Board
Pillow: inmod
Inspiration Photo: Nevara

As we get closer and closer to summer we start to see all the outdoor furniture coming into the stores. It seems like you always see the same things. Adirondack chairs, planked teak furniture, bistro wrought iron chairs, etc. I think a great way to spice up your outdoor seating is to add a fun swing. What can be more fun than a hanging swing for your tree? I love that it can also work inside as well once it gets colder. It can make us feel like kids again. :)

Row 1: 1. Property Furniture 2. Ferlea
Row 2: Coastal Design Co.
Row 3: 1. Bonacina Pierantonio 2. Tonic Home

I was checking out people who follow this blog and I came across the very talented and crafty Jolena from Black Ribbon Interiors. She has done some incredible renovations on her furniture and she shows her before and afters on her blog. I know I have said this before but a little paint and upholstery goes such a long way! I love the fabric she chooses and it is so nice to see a chair have a new life.

Great job Jolena! Can’t wait to see your coordinating chair that goes with this adorable stool.

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Check out her blog here.

I am very pleased to post this beautiful home that was once an old factory. Caryn emailed me these photos of her space and I just couldn’t resist sharing them with you.

Here is what she has to say about her lovely dwelling:

Home is 2300 square feet in a converted telephone factory warehouse built in 1936 and listed on the National Historic Register. What I love most about my home, and the building, is that the spaces were left raw, with concrete floors and ceilings, exposed ductwork and original columns, ready for each occupant’s creative expression. The building is filled with artists and musicians, and features one of the city’s most popular loft tours and artist sales.

The space is soaring, with clerestory windows up to 28 feet, and a wall of original factory windows running 24 feet across the back elevation.

Entering my place, to me, its like entering a fairytale, with 16-foot taffeta silk curtains puddled on the concrete floor, salvage finds from old european churches, military bases and schools — an Atlanta dealer imports from Belgium and France — the most amazing things, including that solid round wood ball — and some of the latest Italian design. Colors are muted blues and violets; the concrete floors are black.

A 6-foot amethyst Venini chandelier graces the bedroom, which is usually filled with 2 cats, 2 dogs — and me! The best way I can think to describe my place is like an ongoing sculptural installation, with ever-changing expression, depending on my mood and inspiration.

Hi! I’m Trudi - I’m from Norway and I’m normally to be found over at The Deco Detective. But today, I’m invited by Rachel to do a guest post here at Dwellings and Decor while she’s away. Congratulations on getting married, Rachel! Hope you’re having a great time in Ireland!

Since I’m a bit of an eco nerd I’ve been checking out a few eco friendly interior decoration sites for this post. Eco friendly used to be a bit beige, but it’s becoming more colourful by the minute! So if you’re looking for something new, eco chic decor is well worth considering!

If you want a look that’s contemporary, but still organic:

The Spaghetti chair would look lovely with a couple of merino applique & silk velvet pillows designed by Kevin O’Brien for VivaTerra. On the wall: Jefdesigns lightbox from 2modern.

At the moment, I’m very fond of red:

The Barcelona storage bench would work well in a hallway or a teenager’s room. Combined with the Coron felt lampshade and the Birdie coathanger you’ll get a a fresh, bold look.

Because the storage bench is multi-coloured I thought it could be fun trying another combo - this time for a smaller girl’s room:

I think the bench would look super cute with the Delight shade by designer Nahoko Koyama and a embroidered pillow. Embriodered accessories are “it” at the moment, so it might be an idea to check what’s hiding in your own home - or at second-hand shops!

As you can see, there are lots of options if you want to shop eco friendly. I actually had problems choosing just a few items for this post…

Links:

www.inmod.com (Spaghetti chair)

www.vivaterra.com (Barcelona storage bench; Kevin O’Brien pillows; embroidered pillow)

2modern.com (Gorgonia lightbox)

www.ecocentric.co.uk (Coron shade; Delight shade; Birdie coathanger)

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