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twinning

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

I'm currently working on 2 different vacation homes that have very differing styles and design aesthetics {another reason interior design is so much fun!} But, a trend that seems to appeal to just about everyone, is the idea of using a pair of twin beds in the guest room. They don't have to be used only for kids rooms. In fact, they can be super sophisticated. I am on the hunt.

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Erin Glennon

Monday, July 28, 2014

Happy Monday! Unbeknownst to me, my domain expired over the weekend {s#*t!!!} which meant this here blog was flying up in the virtual clouds inaccessible by no one. At least I hoped it was still out there....It also meant I had no email since they are both hosted in the same place. If you are a blogger and have ever lost your ability to access your blog, you know what a sickening feeling of dread you suffer.

Thank you to all the kind folks who contacted me and said 'What the heck's going on?? You have disappeared!' It took a bit, but I'm now back. Grateful!

I have lots of clients that are very traditional in their design taste. They own lots of antiques, family heirlooms and sentimental artwork that have been in their families for decades. And they want to use as many as these pieces as possible when redecorating. It be quite a challenge to use these pieces and create a fresh, new updated look.

Designer Erin Glennon takes on this approach beautifully. This South Carolina gal uses traditional pieces but incorporates contemporary accessories and pops of colo to create beautiful, livable spaces. She has a great portfolio, but her bedrooms are my favorite.

Beautiful, right? Just goes to show that traditional pieces can be quite timeless when partnered with updated linens, and fresh color.

{all images via Erin Glennon}

Feeling fresh: Amory Brown

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

We are awaiting the 'snow of the century' here in my little valley. We did have snow fall yesterday that turned to rain. This, of course, caused school to be cut short. And due to the predictions, school was canceled for today. And yet, so far, we have nothing....just grey gloomy skies and a wet ground.

When the snow does fall, I love the way it blankets us and creates almost another dimension. You are allowed to see deeper, farther, with the addition of the textured layer of snow. It's magical. You know what's not magical? A wet, soggy day.... so while we wait for the snow, I thought we would browse the beautiful interiors of the talented London design firm, Amory Brown.

I was introduced to their talents on House of Turquoise and I think that their rooms feel fresh, clean and colorful. All of the things that Spring will very soon be providing us.

To enjoy more of their portfolio visit here.

A traditional remodel: J and J Design Group

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

So many folks complain about the lack of architectural details in their cookie cutter homes.

A huge common problem in those cookie cutter houses seems to be the 'built-ins beside the fireplace situation'. In a builders basic home, I just don't think a lot of thought gets put into this enormous detail. Which is really too bad because it is, usually, the focal point of a room or even a house, and yet, a lot of times, when you look at one you are left scratching your head.

Before:

I love what the designers of J and J Design Group achieved with this makeover. They covered all of that built-in silliness up! Doors outfitted with beautiful moldings, trims and hardware make such a huge impact in the look of this room. It is now timeless and beautifully fresh.

After:

And in the same clients house, they were blessed with another fireplace in a different room. Unfortunately, it was covered in the same tile as the floors and a rather dated mantle which really left it lacking warmth.

Before:

What a difference adding painted wood, trim, a rustic mantle and simple stacked stone can do! Of course the gorgeous lighting, furniture, drapery and rug takes the look over the top!

After:

To the right of the fireplace, you get a glimpse into the master. But, you want to see more than just a glimpse, right?

So pretty. But let's look at the challenges in this room. There are a number of different ways to tackle these windows, but I love what they did. The windows that flank the bed aren't so tall, and they are low. The rods were hung high to draw your eye up. The bed side tables were pulled away from the wall a bit to accommodate panels that fall to the floor behind them. The right window is also so close to the corner that the drapery rods were connected in the corner. This allows the drapery to function seamlessly with the 'door wall' windows.