Archive for the ‘Design’ Category
Monday, May 10th, 2010
Last year renovation in our house started with the bathroom. Many hours were spent looking at tiles, faucets, tubs, and accessories. Even ’til this day I notice tiles wherever I go. I wonder if this ‘attention to detail’ will ever go away. I love white bathrooms with glass accessories and the ones that incorporate wood, and splashes of colour. Clean and simple (but not ‘cold’) that’s my motto when it comes to bathrooms.
Bathroom from Design Within Reach
Bathroom from Design Within Reach
Bathrooms from Door Sixteen and “Four Way Vases” from Matti Klenell
Bathroom from Sarah, Ashley, and Ruby on The Selby
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Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
If it hasn’t been apparent yet, I’m in love with good design. So I almost squeaked with happiness when I walked into Sharon’s home on my last assignment. It was just like looking at the pages of a fancy ‘Interior Design’ magazine and wishing that your house would magically turn into THAT one day! Her home was just perfect, each room flowed into another with common design elements; subtle colours, wall papers, fabrics and accessories. Sharon maximized the space with the use of mirrors, (Mirrored furniture! How cool is that!?!), glass, and reflective surfaces. The light fixtures were amazing as well. Who knew I’d love glass/airy chandeliers… no wait, I did know! It turns out that Sharon is a designer and runs Sharon Kelly Interiors. A perfect job? I sure think so!
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Monday, April 26th, 2010
If I had a split personality that’s what she would wear to the beach. Completely impractical but totally fabulous, relaxed, yet fashionable. I’ll stick with shorts and plaid, sunglasses and definitely flip flops or gladiator sandals, ’cause all I can think of is ‘sand everywhere.’ Love the ocean-blue colours, whites and golds. That water bottle is actually glass – no throw away plastics, especially at the beach. Can’t wait for the heat of the summer and beach volleyball!
- Plaid Smocked Shirt – Arden B.
- Amazoness Python-Embossed Calfskin Hobo Bag – MCM
- Rolled Cuff Bermuda Shorts – Arden B.
- Jade Twisted Chain Necklace – Arden B.
- Square Sunglasses – Arden B.
- Multi Strap Knot Platform – Michael Antonio
- Glass Water Bottle – FredFlare
- “Aida” Raffia Hat – Helen Kaminski
Tags: clothes, hat, jewellery, shoes, sunglasses
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Monday, April 19th, 2010
Today’s post was inspired by the beautiful Peony Cabinet. Everything else followed: gorgeous cuts and shapes in soft cream and shades of black. Amazing craftsmanship was everywhere today. Just love it!
- Lovi Postcards – Anne Paso of Finland
- Air Pendant – Usona
- Lotus Nesting Bowls – Koo De Kir
- Oscar Sofa – Matthew Hilton
- Sepia Peony Cabinet – Floral Art
- Blend Wardrobe – Karim Rashid
Tags: bowl, furniture, light, sofa, stationery
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Monday, April 5th, 2010
I normally shy away from bright plastic kitchenware, but these were just too cute to resist. I think this warm April weather has something to do with it. How fun would these be for BBQs and picnics! Have them, use them, stack them, put them away for another time.
- Bento Box – Plastica
- Spice Rack – Dean & Deluca
- Sensations II 8-pc. Nesting Bowl Set – Target
- Mix + Measure Bowls – Royal VKB
- Colour Fridges – Big Chill
- Mustache Espresso Mugs – Uptown Avenue
- Nest 8-piece Bowl Set – Joseph Joseph
Tags: bowl, fridge, kitchenware, mugs, spice
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Monday, March 29th, 2010
Nothing inspires me more than seeing good fashion on the streets of the world’s trendiest city. I caught myself staring at passersby shoes in a not so subtle manner a few times. Was standing in awe on 5th avenue watching beautiful women in beautiful clothes. Yes, I’m just that ‘classy’ and not creepy at all. Since NYC is still a bit grey and on the colder side, I thought the more neutral tones would suite it best. Tall sexy shoes, new twist on the trench coat, long tank dress and bold jewellery with a great bag would suit me just fine for an afternoon stroll through designer stores.
- Drape Detailed Trench – Burberry Prorsum
- Draped Tank Dress – T by Alexander Wang
- Crystal-link Chain Necklace – Lanvin
- Stella Weekender Bag – True Religion
- Panna Platform Booties – Nicholas Kirkwood
- Sunglasses with horn optic chain – Ralph Lauren
Tags: coat, jewellery, NYC, shoes, sunglasses, tank
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Monday, March 8th, 2010
This sunny warm weather puts me in a fantastic mood, and I’m loving the colour. I think I’m over compensating for the lack of leaves, grass, and pretty flowers, but hey, a girl got to get her colour someplace! I also looooove window shopping, or in this case internet browsing, looking for nice things and imagining myself riding on that vespa wearing Club Monaco outfit with some awesome shoes and accessories! Man, that would be super bright! I’ll go take my happy, bouncy self outside to soak in some sun while it still lasts. Toodles Internet! Enjoy this awesome spring!
- Bubblegum Kisses Print – Java Chip
- Fruit Stripe Vespa – Vespa
- Apple Green Clutch – Patina Stores
- Bright Diver Watch – Urban Outfitters
- Ania top, Tutu skirt, Wolford Merino Wool tights, Jacklyn Trench coat – Club Monaco
- Sky High Vulculcanized Sneakers – Puma
- Pink Covertible Tote – Patina Stores
- Birds on a Branch – Grove Duck
Tags: art, bag, clutch, colour, jewellery, purse, shoes, vespa, watch
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Monday, March 1st, 2010
The calendar yet again flipped it’s page to another month, and February slipped away into the past. With the first day of March the weather suddenly improved and grey weeks with snow and rain turned into brilliance and warmth. This light puts me into a cottage mood, warm days by the lake, watching the sun slowly sink at the horizon, while sipping on lemonade. Long, gorgeous days! Can’t wait!
- Cotton Long Sleeve Tee – Toast
- Bedding – Cabbage & Rose
- 100% Pure Lambswool Blankets – Pheasant
- Vintage Linen Rabbit – Pheasant
- Cotton Dress – Cabbage & Roses
- Raw Silk and Linen Cushions – Pheasant
- Bed Sheets – Cabbage & Rose
Tags: blanket, clothes, cottage, dress, pillows, rustic, sheets, toy
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Monday, February 22nd, 2010
To pick up and leave and travel, wouldn’t it be nice? It doesn’t take much persuading to have me go see new places, experience different cultures, and do what I really enjoy. No need to ask me twice. Pack light, have a very sexy camera, and a bag to keep it all, that’s all I need.
- Offshore Pullover
- Streetlights Bag
- Watercraft Shorts
- Meet Me Halfway Wedges
- Leica M8 “White Edition”
- Mercator Projection Dishtowel
Tags: bag, camera, clothes, Fashion, shoes
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Monday, February 15th, 2010
The announcement of iPad from Apple got me thinking about the usability of such a product. After all the jokes about the name and the giant iPhone wanna be feel, it seems like iPad might be a perfect solution for people on the go, photographers, presenters, and grandmas! Yes, grandmas! Imagine how perfect it is for cute ladies who press all the buttons at the same time while checking their email, delete programs by mistake, and then say that they didn’t do anything. The learning curve on such products is minimal and the ability to mess things up is almost none existent! iPad definitely has it’s niche, but to satisfy all the complaints, Notion Ink’s Adam comes to the rescue! It has very impressive technology and specs, theoretically works better than Apple, but it’s not Apple! …and that might be a problem. I guess we’ll see how it’ll all play out this spring: better technology for the same money vs. reliability and appeal of Apple products.
Apple’s iPad
Notion Ink’s Adam
Tags: Adam, apple, gadgets, iPad, Notion Ink
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