Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Before & After: Bedroom
(before)
Over the weekend we had the itch to finally paint our bedroom. We've hated the yellow since we moved in 3 years ago and my husband even went as far as to call it "smoking room at the airport yellow". Yep, it needed to be done. I had been debating painting it light gray or a dark gray and finally decided on dark. We picked "Man Cave" gray from Lowe's signature line. I'd been thinking Gauntlet Gray from Sherwin Williams for some time, but it was Sunday morning and SW wasn't open. I painted the ceiling matte white, the trim a semi gloss white, and got a new mini chandelier as a little cherry on top. Sorry for the poor quality iPhone shots. What do you think? Did you get any house projects done over the weekend?
(after)
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Artist: Spencer C Shoults
Spencer C Shoults just started an etsy shop that I'm loving. Check it out for yourself HERE.
This Is The Sky, This Is The Godd-mm Sea, These Are Horse Killing Machines
This Is A Godd-mm Tiger Hunt
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Architecture: L House
I want to live here! Does it meet all of my criteria? Awesome? Check. Lots of natural light? Check. Pool? Check. Modern and minimal? Check. Rooftop deck? Check. This beautiful L House, in Buenos Aires was designed by architect Mathais Klotz. (via thecoolhunter)
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Birmingham, AL Design*Sponge City Guide
I've been waiting for a Birmingham, AL city guide on Design*Sponge for ages now and Rachel West did a great job highlighting some of my favorite local attractions. The two venues that I think should have also made the list are Rojo and Bottletree, both amazing restaurants that host bands, art shows, and benefits galore. Love it.
Etsy Lunch Hour: Rings
It's almost wedding season and at the end of summer will be a big anniversary for myself as well. So, I've been in the mood to shop for rings and non-traditional rings to be exact. Here are a few that have caught my eye on etsy as of recently.
rose cut pear diamond $846.
14k knot ring $16.
pyrite crystal in sterling silver ring $75.
Interior: Emma Reddington
Design*Sponge always has beautiful interiors that I drool over. I'm adding Emma Reddinton's Toronto Victorian to that list. I love the softness and brightness of the bedroom, the textures throughout, the black bathroom, and the stark palette in contrast with the warm woods.
(images: Kristin Sjaarda)
Monday, May 23, 2011
Lighting: Callimaco
Callimaco floor lamp available at Artemide.
This iconic floor lamp from Ettore Sottsass, originally designed in 1982, is being reintroduced on the US market in 2010. Floor standing luminaire for indirect halogen lighting.
Friday, May 20, 2011
DIY: Recycled Political Sign
Love this pendant light, by Andrew Thomson, made from a recycled political sign. (via thomsonforthewin)
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Interior: Hong Kong Loft
If I ever visit Hong Kong I want to stay in Candace Campos' loft. It's available for rent through Airbnb. (via design/milk)
Monday, May 16, 2011
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Etsy Lunch Hour: JoeVintage
Check out these awesome industrial salvaged metal signs at joevintage on etsy. Oh man, these would have been so perfect in my loft I used to live in.
Interior: Jess Lorass
There's something really special about Jess Lorass's apartment I found over at Design*Sponge. I think it has all of the elements I like in my own design...crisp clean lines, open layout, pops of mid century modern furniture, cool art, and beautiful lighting.
Monday, May 09, 2011
Furniture: Druida
We bar-b-que a lot here in the south and it's spring which is the kick off of the grilling season. If I had this Druida BBQ by Mermelada Estudio I might never cook inside again. Even though this isn't "technically" a furniture piece I would treat it like one and would probably never want to leave this outside by itself either due to thieves wanting it's awesomeness. Is this not the most beautiful BBQ you've ever seen?! (via notcot)
