(Upton LED chandelier) When you think of LED lighting you might think of Christmas lights or maybe high-tech light bulbs, but the highly-efficient light technology is making its way into light fixtures in high-end and middle market designs alike. As…
AT HOME WITH A DANISH FASHION STYLIST
(via Elle Decoration Sweden, photography by Ditte Isager ) The apartment of model-turned-stylist-turned-influencer marketing entrepreneur Pernille Teisbaek is a fresh expression of savvy Scandinavian style, with the glamour of an eye for designer finishes. Just like the interiors of her…
SWELL SEASONAL: WINTER HOME DECOR EDIT
(via Max Kim-Bee portfolio) Now that it’s almost February it’s time for my winter home decor edit. It’s been nearly three months since I shared my very first “Swell Seasonal,” and there have been many new releases and collections launched…
SWELL SHOPPING: LAYERED TWIN BEDROOM
(via Birmingham Home & Garden, photography by David Hillegas) I’ve recently been thinking about refreshing the twin bedroom at Tye Street, and I’ve been eyeing this layered bedroom from a very stylish lake house in Alabama. Although the faux taxidermy…
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MODERN MEETS RUSTIC IN AN ASPEN HOME
(via Veranda, photography by Max Kim-Bee) Infusing the wild, natural elements of the Colorado mountains into a modern home can be a challenging task, but designer Richard Hallberg did just that in this second home in Aspen, and succeeded in…
A SPRING PREVIEW FROM THE ADAC SHOWROOMS
(Christian Liaigre on Elle Decor) Two weeks ago I stopped by Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC) for their annual Spring Preview, an event that features the best new collections from their top showrooms at the center. Although most products at…
HIGH DESIGN FROM CB2’S NEW COLLECTION
(Shoreditch Dining Table) I’ve been poring over CB2’s January catalog and their new collection is full of stunning new pieces with a high design look that’s particularly impressive for their price point. There’s a strong sense of simplicity in the…
TOUR AN EDGY & MODERN ATLANTA LOFT
(via Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles February 2017, photography by Mali Azima) In Atlanta’s Castleberry Hill neighborhood, designer Minhnuyet Hardy brings an edgy, modern look to her downtown loft. With raw wood warming her greyscale palette, she brought a bold mix…
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HONEYCOMB STUDIO’S NEW TABLEWARE COLLECTION
(Photography: Whitney Ott) If you’re not already familiar with Honeycomb Studio, there’s a good chance you’ll recognize the work of ceramicist Courtney Hamill – her cream and gold vessels are incredibly popular on Etsy and sell in many Atlanta stores…
FIRST IMPRESSIONS IN THE ENTRYWAY
The new year is the perfect time to consider the ‘first impression’ moment of your home – the entryway. Entryways can be tough places, especially for renters, to create a meaningful moment, but with the right pieces and a little…
THE BEST JANUARY FURNITURE SALES
(via MyDomaine) It’s out with the old and in with the new, and January is the perfect time to find the ‘new’ to refresh those rooms that have been begging for attention all year long. I’m longing to finally finish…
