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Monday, August 16th, 2010

If you drove by this house in Bedford, NY renovated by Alisberg Parker Architects you’d probably expect the interior to be chock full of traditional classics, right?

WRONG.

I really do enjoy a home that has a traditional architectural exterior (and interior- notice all thought molding and trim painted over glossy white) paired with really modern furniture. It’s so unexpected. And that pool house? I die.

But I alos love that this design team is capable of doing funky traditional decor as well. I’m loving this modern rustic look they crafted (the mismatched chairs and that wicker bar? Hello.)

Posted in Inspirations, architecture, kitchens, modern furniture | 31 Comments »

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

This kitchen and I are going to have a torrid affair one of these days.

It’s those Hicks Pendants. They have such a “come hither” stare, how could a girl resist?

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Posted in kitchens | 13 Comments »

Monday, January 11th, 2010

I have long been obsessed with having a corner banquette in my kitchen. I adore the idea of being able to sit and read the paper with coffee in a comfy spot or having friends enjoy a glass of wine in the same room while I cook (or open more wine and place a delivery order, rather). I saw Ballard’s newest freestanding version in their latest catalog, complete with nail head trim. As you know, nail heads makes everything better in my humble opinion. Available in a variety of fabrics and various sizes, you can just slide this bad boy into a corner, add a pedestal table (I prefer a Tulip table) and voila- no need to call a finish carpenter to build one in for you!

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Here are some images of delicious kitchen banquettes that I would be glad to call my own:

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Posted in kitchens, obsessing | 25 Comments »

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

In honor of the cooking that is about to commence I had to post this mind blowingly awesome stove hood found on B-Metro Magazine via Urban Grace. It’s in a home in Florida and it is the coolest shape I’ve ever seen! Plus, having a skylight and a long farm table right in the kitchen to allow people to hang and chat while you cook is pretty ideal for the holiday season!

How about the pantry that goes along with it?

And once your done you can retire to this glass walled master bedroom (doesn’t it look so serene-assuming there are no neighbors anywhere close?)

I’m taking tomorrow off to indulge in turkey and family time but will be back Friday with a Fashion Friday post-probably about stretchy waistband pants since I plan on eating my weight in turkey and pie.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Posted in I die., Inspirations, kitchens | 15 Comments »

Monday, March 16th, 2009

‘Nuff said.
The stuff dreams are made of.

via Velvet & Linen.

Posted in because i love it, crazy awesome, design crush, kitchens | 11 Comments »

Friday, February 6th, 2009

Can we please discuss the mind-blowing gorgeousness of this Moroccan window shaped glass tile Edgewater just e-mailed me?
I mean, it’s like not even FAIR to all the other tiles of the world- they must all feel so bummed when this tile walks in the room lookin’ THIS good.

Filed away for a kitchen back splash paired with Carerra marble countertops and grey cabinetry with sleek nickel hardware!!!!

Posted in bathrooms, crazy awesome, kitchens | 17 Comments »

Monday, December 1st, 2008

I am loving this image from Traditional Home of Eleni Gianopulos’ kitchen wallpapered in a bold Clarence House paper! Unique, fun and cheery, just like her namesake cookies! To get her look for less, try this Ralph Lauren damask paper from Decorators Best!

Posted in Inspirations, kitchens | 8 Comments »