Townhouse Envy

Oh Spring is in the air! I can smell the trees, and the sun shines bright and the cold of winter has finally subsided. In case you haven't noticed I have been hiding under a rock lately.  Thanks for all your emails and notes, and for sticking with me while I took a few breaths.  So here I sit browsing from Architectural Digest, to the portfolio of Architect Steven Harris, to his press page, and then to Elle Decor to find that this breathtaking townhouse belongs to Francesca Connolly of Remodelista.  The images shown are from Steven Harris's site, and it was styled a little differently for Elle Decor. Nonetheless, every detail is delicious.  From the velvety fabrics, to the trim under the staircase, to the steel windows, and the hand carved fireplace mantels, this refreshing spaces mixes modern, traditional, elegance and casual. 

Images via Steven Harris

A Neutral Mix

Just when I start to thinking that neutral is too safe, I stumble across something that reminds me of how smart it actually is.  This Atlanta home is clearly built on this foundation.  The homeowners have a great art collection that injects colour and energy into some of the gathering rooms.  And you can see that they are entertainment ready! But there are still quiet and calm spaces too.  How about that fabulous kitchen and breakfast room! It's bold but not harsh.  The bedroom is so cozy too.  And take note: sometimes we worry about the windows and walls all lining up perfectly.  The night table is siting in the middle of a wall and a window, and it's the drapery that forms a lush backdrop.   

Images via Atlanta Homes Mag
Interior Design Howard Design Studio

Modern Glamour in Paris

Did you miss me?  I missed me.  After some much needed time to breathe I am back for 2013. I'll be posting backwards for a couple of weeks as well, because I missed so much over the holidays, and I need to fill the gaps for reference this year.  But in the meantime, I am in love with this Paris apartment featured on Elle Décor.  This 19th century home had been vacant since 1963.  Can you imagine stumbling into something like this?  Vacant and hollow, with all the original architecture still in tact.  Danish designer, Klavs Rosenfalck, added some modern affection for a remarkable impact. Not a direction I would have taken, but splendid for exactly that reason.

 

Hope you are all well.. Looking forward to catching up!

 

Images via Elle Decor

The Family Inn

 

For years, this cliff side home in Massachusetts operated as a popular coastal inn, where it hosted parties and receptions for over 100 years But when it went on the market, few people lacked the vision to recreate it into a home, until the current owners came along.  Having lived in the area and with an appreciation for the great gatherings that took place at the Inn, they set out to recreate the home for their family and friends, for many future gatherings.  You can catch the full story at NEHomesMag., but for now you can admire the delightful details this home has to offer. 

Images Via New England Homes Mag

 

Architecture: Robert Zarelli
Interior design: Charlotte Barnes
Landscape Architecture: Hawk Design
Builders: BCA Builders and Groom Construction

Haute Holidays!

 

I was in the city this weekend for just a few hours and I can't tell you how much I enjoyed the shops in their Holiday Best.  Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Williams Sonoma; are all decked for the Season.  The clothing stores are packed with sweaters and dresses that glitter with gold and silver.  This week we are putting our trees up.  Yup, two trees. I am getting the kids their own tree to decorate with pasta and popcorn, Power Rangers and Barbie!  Which leaves me free to decorate as I desire. 

 

This beautiful home belongs to Seattle based designer Susan Marinello.  Her and her daughter go all out decorating for the season.  Simple and elegant, just the way I like it!  

 

Images Via Seattle Magazine