For the home: linen bedding

What is it about linen that makes it so inviting? Despite linen wrinkling easy, I'm a big fan. It feels so relaxed and casual and doesn't have to be perfectly ironed to still look pretty. I love all these different colored versions from Anthropologie. It's also tempting to get some dye and try making my own.

What do you think, do you like a more relaxed look for your bed or do you like everything to look crisp?

     

For the home: accessories

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Lately I've been on the hunt for home accessories (vintage and new) for some prop styling projects I'm working on as well as a few spaces in my home. I find that a few pieces here or there can transform a small space or vignette. Last year H&M came out with a new home line, and until recently I hadn't checked it out. I was pleasantly surprised with all the good I found. Here are a few of my favorite pieces from the current collection.
         

Design details: painted front door

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Last year The Huffington Post did an article about The 6 Absolute Best Paint Colors for Your Front Door (not sure about the lime green). A painted front door seems bold, but I like that it's a bit fun too. Plus, it's always a nice treat as a passerby to see a brightly painted front door. Don't you think? If I were to paint my front door, I often wonder what color I would paint it? I'm sure it would probably be a shade of blue although deep down I may try something brighter like a yellow or orangey red.

What do you think, would you paint your front door? What color would you paint it?

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Bedroom update

Over the past six months I've been working on styling the boy's bedrooms. It has taken me way longer than it should, but other things have come up and sometimes I'm just plain indecisive. Plus, anyone who is a designer knows how hard it is to design for yourself. Designing for others is waaaay easier! I finally got Will's gallery wall installed and with a few minor details to wrap up, I'll be ready to share the rest of his room soon.

   

Home trend: round mirrors

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I've been using all sorts of inspiration from Pinterest and home magazines lately as I finish styling the boy's bedrooms and gather inspiration for my master bedroom. One home trend I've been seeing everywhere is the round mirror. Decorating and styling with mirrors has always been a favorite of mine because they help bring in more natural light to a space. Plus, the curved lines of the round mirror pair so nicely with the straight lines of frames and furniture (or brick!).

What do you think, would you use one in your space?

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Spring cleaning

Anyone else in spring cleaning mode? I can't help but want to clean out anything and everything right now. I'm happy to say I've been making some progress on the boy's bedrooms in terms of styling them and organizing (one of my new year's resolutions). Here's a little sneaky peek at Will's room. I'll be posting more updates on the boy's rooms here and also on Instagram.

Here's to a great week.
 

To try: charcoal and brass

infinity scarf / striped pillow / brass cuff / wooden necklace / desk lamp / sweatshirt 

After seeing Ali Cayne's home in the newest issue of Domino Magazine I can't help but love the mix of charcoal gray and brass in the kitchen. The two work well in the home, but I also like the idea of mixing them in your wardrobe as well especially when paired with white, black, and wood accents.

 

A cool place to live

Last month as I was flipping through Elle, this apartment caught my attention. From the navy trimmed windows, to the statement wall and then that vintage rug with the modern coffee table all give it a big thumbs up for me. It's such a great mix of traditional and modern, and looks so comfortable.

As many of you know, we are moving at the end of this month into a house, so I've been looking for some design inspiration. I'm excited because we just bought after renting for the past few years. Our house is new so there isn't anything to renovate, but I still like finding ways to add some personality.

photos from Elle   

Cable Knit

hand knitted cable cardigan Topshop, cable knit blanket via Pinterest

How cozy are these?

Indoor Slides

clockwise from top left: michaelis boyd associates, turett collaborative architects, ab rogers design

We took our little boy to the playground this past weekend, unfortunately he is terrified of slides right now, but how fun would it be to have a slide in your house?

My grandparents' had a fire pole in their house and when I was little I remember going to their house and thinking it was the coolest thing ever.

Would you ever build a slide in your house?

Office Inspiration: Who What Wear

Love the new look and workspace of Who What Wear. I've been a fan of their website for years and it's fun to see them grow and expand into a new place.

 a conference room I would be happy to meet in

 when you have pretty business cards you should display them

such a fun way to bring color to the space

All images and more found here

Painted White Wood Floors

I have always loved the look of plain wood floors, but I have been seeing more and more wood floors painted white, and I like.

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What do you think? Would you paint your floors white?

Simple Cottage

Do you ever crave the simple life? Well this couple is living that simple life after building this little cottage on a hilltop in Nova Scotia. The views alone are breathtaking.

all images via The New York Times

 To see more of this house click here.

To try: red-orange and fuschia

outfit and room

If you want to colorblock, this combination is a great choice. Red-orange with fushcia is a fun (and bold) color combination to try.
Looks great paired with black and white or paired with camel-colored accessories.

Mismatched Dining Chairs

As I am thinking about making some changes to my dining table, I have been noticing more and more mismatched dining sets. This look definitely gives the room a more casual vibe. I like the idea of using the same style of chair and painting each one a different color, or choosing different styles of chairs and painting them all the same color.

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What do you think?

Do you have mismatched dining chairs or like the look of mismatched?