Tag Archives: Home Decorating

MARY MCDONALD Interior Designer

Have you seen the latest work of Mary McDonald in the September issue of House Beautiful?  I love her work and I’m always inspired by her interiors.  It is nice to see her take on a neutral palette with lots of textures for this California home.

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The kitchen floor below is amazing, I can’t get enough of the chevron patterned tiles. She strikes such a classic balance within this space. Notice the industrial Restoration Hardware pendants over the island.  She also added a accent color in a light blue with some geometric and striped patterns in the kitchen sitting area.

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The master bedroom below is such a serene place to be with taupe, lavender and ivory colors to surround you with. There is just enough pattern and texture without making it to busy. The dressing room is a dream with the wallpaper and mirrored bench and gives such glamour to your every morning routine. I wouldn’t expect anything less from the glamour girl herself, Mary McDonald.

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KITCHEN Design

When it comes to kitchen design what style do you prefer? Modern, classic, eclectic, traditional, dramatic or vintage just to name a few.  Today I found a few kitchens that inspired me.

White Modern Kitchen

This is such a fresh and simple white kitchen. I love the modern look with the royal blue dining chairs that give your eyes a place to land.  The patterned wallpaper table runner is pretty and can be changed out for the occasion.  Don’t forget fresh flowers!

H&H Kitchen
 

There is something about the casual elegance of this kitchen and I just love it.  Maybe its the mix of the classic look with the dark lower black cabinets against the white counter tops and rustic flooring.  It’s effortless with style.

H&H Turquoise Kitchen
 

Turquoise anyone?  This eclectic and cheery kitchen is vibrant and colorful.  Why use cabinet doors when you can use a fun patterned wallpaper to jazz up your shelves.

H&H White Kitchen
 

This kitchen is a great example of an updated traditional look. Even though the kitchen is white it still feels warm with the lighting, table and chairs.

House & Home
 

Want to go with something more dramatic? Why not try all black cabinetry with light counter tops to achieve this look.  Don’t forget the stainless steel backsplash and the brushed silver modern hardware.

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I couldn’t resist this green kitchen with the eclectic mix of rustic chairs and patterned wallpaper on the ceiling.  The green color is strong yet fresh and the industrial elements around them seem to ground everything.

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If you want something different but still classic try painting your existing cabinetry a color. This kitchen has an updated look but still has a classic feel to it. Try breaking up your counter tops by choosing a different material like a butcher block counter top on the island and a solid color quartz counter top for the rest of the kitchen to make it interesting.

Black & White Home Decor

BURKE DECOR

Happy Friday!  Today’s “Friday Finds” are all from a great online boutique called Burke Décor.  They have chic home décor items, gifts and furniture.  Be sure to check out their first retail store if you live in the Ohio area.  The inspiration board I put together are some of my favorite things that they currently carry.  I just love the simplicity of black & white home décor, I think most rooms need a black item or two in a space to help ground it. Notice the chandelier is made out of metal and I adore the bamboo stand with the removable tray. Time to go shopping!

Jeff Lewis Paint

Jeff Lewis Paints

Have you heard of Jeff Lewis Paint yet? I’m so happy they have arrived, there are 32 colors to choose from in a beautiful range of muted neutrals with 6 categories: whites, greens, greys, blues, beige and browns. Just look at these colors…

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Jeff Lewis Design is well known for his popular show “Flipping Out” on Bravo. He has created several outstanding interiors and now with his hit show “Interior Therapy” he is making over peoples lives as well as their homes.  Just take a look at his recent work on the show using his paint colors.

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IKEA Furniture

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Ikea Get the Look

(1) Stockholm Chandelier $99.00  (2) Stockholm Seglora Sofa $1,799.00  (3) Stockholm Sideboard $429.00  (4) Lovebacken Side Table $59.99  (5) Stockholm Coffee Table $199.00  (6) Stockholm Area Rug $299.00  (7) Stockholm Swivel Chair $399.00  (8) Stockholm Mirror $99.00  (9) Boja Table Lamp $39.99

I recently discovered some new items from IKEA.  If you appreciate clean lines and rich colors then you will like this inspiration board for your home.  Get the Look today!