Stripes are always fun – whether bold colors or neutrals, they add a great pop of pattern and texture to a space. Sources (clockwise from right): Kate Spade Candy Shop Stripe Shower Curtain / Haute House Chevron Stripe Chair/ Rosenthal Thomas Sunny Days Stripe Dinnerware / Urban Outfitters Ikat Stripe Pillow / ZGallerie Levels Artwork […]
Fashion meets Design series #2: Luxe Leather
This week’s Spring 2013 Fashion-Meets-Design-Trend is Luxe Leather! We love the look of leather, it can be so diverse. From Old World, to Traditional, to ultra Modern – it will definitely fit most any decor. Source (clockwise from right): Leather Area Rug / Restoration Hardware Leather Candle / Leather Pillow / Pottery Barn Leather […]
Have a passion for fashion? Why not add some hot Spring trends into your home decor?
I was searching out some new Spring trends to amp up my wardrobe, and found this great article from Glamour – and was amazed at how easily these great styles can translate into great decorating ideas! Stay tuned for the next few weeks as I showcase some of my faves. 1. Black & White […]
Man Cave 101
Football season is upon us, and for those of you lucky enough to have your own space, listen up! Here are some ideas to get you headed in the right direction: Beige isn’t the only color that exists – we swear 🙂 Although we might not recommend it for every room, leather seating might […]
Form & Function
British style invasion!
Some great British-inspired decor is hitting stores thanks to the 2012 London Olympics. Here are some trends we can see sticking around long after the last lap is swum! 🙂
Mid-Century style (Mad Men anyone?!?) is alive and well in Phoenix!
When most people think of Southwest style, “rustic” immediately comes to mind. But, here in the Phoenix valley, we boast a variety of unique styles. One of our favorites is the clean, classic styling of Mid-Century Modern. Here are some great local resources if you love this style too: Phoenix Metro Retro is located near […]
Bring your favorite restaurant home
We have some amazing restaurants here in the Phoenix valley. Why not take home some design-cues with your left-overs? Chelsea’s Kitchen is one of our faves – both for the food and the decor. Bring home this decor style by using: A reclaimed wood dining table mixed with woven rattan chairs. Linen texture drapery panels […]
Declare your Independence from boring design!
The most well-designed rooms always have an element of the “unexpected”. So this 4th, declare your Independence from safe design! Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to purchase a matching bedroom set. Mixing pieces actually gives you a more eclectic and livable look. If you love the nightstands from one group, choose […]
"Skate-able" home
Form meets function in a most unique way. Kudos to this architect for taking on this amazing challenge and succeeding! http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/21/garden/designing-a-house-in-which-every-surface-is-skateable-qa.html?ref=interiordesign