One of the most striking parts of my recent hallway makeover was the two-tone lattice ceiling pattern. Now that you’ve seen the final product, I wanted to share the steps I took to create the lattice with WallsNeedLove’s Easy Stripe…
A CREAM-CLAD APARTMENT IN MADRID
When I first saw this airy, modern apartment renovation, my eyes were immediately drawn to the French doors thrown open to the warm sun and petite balconies. The thought of a breeze moving through this flat made the creamy interiors…
BEFORE & AFTER: HALLWAY MAKEOVER
When it comes to small spaces that are hard to design, the hallway is one of the worst offenders. The narrow width and plethora of doorways make it almost impossible to find a place for any furniture, but creating a…
SWELL SHOPPING: MODERN BEDROOM ESCAPE
(via Domino, photography by Annie Schlechter) There’s something in the air that makes me think spring is around the corner. Anyone else feeling this way? I don’t know about you, but I’m leaning into the tropical vibes and carefree feeling…
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KAY DOUGLASS’ STRIKING ATLANTA HOME
In a stunning contrast to the house’s traditional Georgian architecture, Kay Douglass used white walls, grey-washed floors, and simple pops of bright colors throughout the interiors of her Atlanta home. In the living room, an antique table (from Douglass’ own…
7 TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME DECORATING
(via Catherine Kwong Design) Mixing high and low in your home is one of the easiest ways to create a sophisticated space. Although balancing this mix and blending in the lower end pieces can be challenging, that balance is often…
PATTERN PLAY ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA
(via Lonny Magazine) In an inviting, modern home on the French Riviera, unique wallpaper selections stand out as focal points throughout the home. The homeowner is an antiques dealer, as showcased with the mid-century Carlo Mollino glass-topped dining table in…
TYE STREET BEDROOM UPDATE
It’s been awhile since I’ve worked on any projects for Tye Street, but I’ve been wanting to finish decorating my sisters’ bedroom since the project was published. You may have noticed that all of the photos of their bedroom were…
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ROASTED WINTER FRUIT & CARAMEL SAUCE
In the soft decadence of dripping spoonfuls of desserts on a winter’s night, the need for warmth, at least for those in colder hemispheres, often translates into a craving for indulgent foods. Whipping up intricate sweet fares can feel like…
7 SCENE STEALING TILED WALLS
(via Studio Mobile) Tiles are pretty, practical, and can be used in unexpected places for a large-impact finish. You may be familiar with a tile backsplash, but what about the whole wall? These seven projects use tile in ways that…
A NEW HOTEL IN THE MARQUIS’ MANSION
In an old mansion on one of the most fashionable streets in Paris, Michele Bönan infused his contemporary-classic fusion in an eighteenth-century mansion-turned-hotel. This former home of the Marquis de La Fayette survived Haussman’s redevelopment and has a rich history…
