Dwellingtown
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Monday, April 14, 2014
A local favorite gets a new look
Thursday, January 24, 2013
THE NO SHAME BED
Monday, January 7, 2013
A LIVING FENCE
http://www.readymade.com/projects/grow_a_living_wall
Friday, August 24, 2012
Monday, February 6, 2012
FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION IN THE BIKE WORLD
You cyclomaniacs can order this in two great wood options in walnut or ash and it seconds as a shelf for other inspired items but really, what's more inspiring than the thing that keeps so many of us grounded and happy?
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
ON THE BOARDS
I was challenged to present a concept bathroom for an existing Victorian estate. The request was to combine elements that are Victorian, modern, whimsical and funky. This is what came through.
Monday, January 9, 2012
THE WATER BABIES IN US ALL
Yes, I know, it's been a while since I've posted yet another unusual light fixture. I love the unusual and this is just so cool! Maybe it's the Pisces in me or I just simply connect with the art and humor of this but it's worth a share.
Monday, November 7, 2011
BUER FEES
MINIMALIST INTERIOR FASHION
When I get dressed everyday (except on Sundays) I tend to layer in clean lines that follow simplicity. Shouldn't interiors reflect who you are? Sometimes. I love the clean and simple and yet there's an exotic side of all of us that needs to come out in interesting spaces that excite, and warm you inside your soul.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
CRAFTING JUNKERS INTO CUSTOM TREASURES
Sunday, July 31, 2011
TEEPEE LOVE
Sunday, March 27, 2011
FRESH TAKE ON THE ICONIC CUP PULL.
Monday, February 28, 2011
WHAT'S INSPIRING NOW?
Saturday, February 5, 2011
RUSTIC BEAUTY REFINED AND RECLAIMED
Thursday, January 6, 2011
ECO COUNTERTOPS
http://www.kliptech.com/ecotophome.html
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
TIPS FOR A BABY'S NURSERY!
I chose art from Etsy that was smaller scale and placed each in a black simple frame. I hung each with space between so that my baby could make out each shape.
Our crib was donated by a good friend. When we went to see it it was a light maple wood. I knew I wanted off white furniture so it was my springboard for all other items. It was painted to match the Pottery Barn shelf above and whala, a fresh start! I love the symetry of this wall. I planned on shelving to flank each side but for now I like it simple with a lot of negative space. I think it's important for the eye to rest in order to appreciate simplicity.
No childs room is complete without hanging ceiling decor! I chose these butterflies from Land of Nod to soften the room and bring the high pitched ceilings down to baby.
http://www.landofnod.com/family.aspx?c=1133&f=3165
I love antiques! I was never going to find a "changing table" that I liked. Nothing beats the charm of tall spindle legs and a built in gorgeous mirror. I can't tell you how many hours I've spent with my daughter looking into the mirror while she learned to recognize herself. It's a must for every nursery. Also she will be able to enjoy this dresser for many years to come.
Finally, the most important item in our nursery which made it complete was the ultimate rocker/glider! Like many a new mom I spent HOURS, scouring the market for a beautiful chair. I decided to spend a little more and get a chair that I was going to keep in our family for years and not want to sell on Craigslist the moment she grew out of nursing. This has a slipcover for easy cleaning (a must)!
Monday, December 20, 2010
A FEW WORDS ON SHOPPING THE INTERNET
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
BUY LOCAL AND BE CUTTING EDGE
It's a rare opportunity to specify recessed lighting that is made locally and is cutting edge design. No. 8 Lighting offers some of the most integrated and clean recessed trims I have seen to date. It is located in Sebastopol which doesn't get more local than that. The company offers square and round inset and seamless trims.
They work within a variety of installation materials such as wood and stone to name a couple and the finishes are spot on current. Check them out for yourself!
Monday, October 25, 2010
Williams Seylem Winery Project Tour
http://www.ktvu.com/video/25299444/index.html
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Origami Party Lights
Friday, September 10, 2010
Recent Completed Project: Interior Design by LBD
Monday, August 30, 2010
Great Things Come in Small Packages
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Ahhhh, outdoors are for lounging!
Summer Bliss?
Monday, April 26, 2010
LOOKING LOCAL- SALSA TRADING COMPANY
Salsa Trading Company’s tagline —its more than a look it’s a lifestyle, ring true as your wander through the spacious shop. The furniture, art and lighting collections are artfully arranged in room settings. The scale is intense and the style is defined, but each unique piece could also stand alone, accentuating a wide variety of home styles.
This metal table for example could be a beautiful artistic accent in a contemporary setting as well.
It is accentuated here with dried animal tusk from an creature you would not want roaming your local prairie but I could see a glass vessel with reed plants or a few great art books to bring it from south west to upper west side.
The selections have a simple beauty and timelessness, the natural materials allowed to speak for themselves.
The wood and leather have a natural patina and texture that has a rugged sexiness.
Some exhibits are so raw and real it’s a little dangerous.. art that excites the audience with a hint of fear.