Month: May 2018

Idea of the Week: Do Not Overlook the Ceiling

May 31, 2018

It’s really easy to slap up a coat of white paint and take it a day, but where’s the imagination in that? Instead of fixing the ceiling as an afterthought, we love how a growing number of designers are allowing their creativity run sky-high by addressing what is often known as”the fifth wall” with wallpaper, paint or other finishes to truly finish the plan of an area.

In San Francisco’s Decorator Showcase, designers Stephen Rice and Lynn DeTienne continued their area’s coastal blue-gray style on the ceiling, with an inset covered in a wallpaper of ominous, undulating clouds.

Trove

Ciel Wallpaper

Look carefully and you will see that the wallpaper — Ciel by Trove — also includes lines of script that compose,”there’s no place like home” over and over again. A detail on your ceiling detail? Well, that is better.

Next: Ceilings To Look Up To

See more from the SF Decorator Showcase house:
San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2011: Living Places
San Francisco Decorator Showcase: Dramatic Bedrooms and Baths

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7 Strategies to Make Your Glass Carpets Shine

May 20, 2018

Glass presents us with numerous design options in kitchen layout now. I’ve noticed a pair of doorways above a bar area or some kind of display cabinet have become almost commonplace. However, there is so much more we could do with glass which makes its existence in kitchen layout an important option to take into account. If you’re seeking to use some glass on your kitchen, here are some methods to make the glass something special.

Urban Homes – Design for Kitchen & Bath

Light the inside of glass cabinet doors to help show off what’s in the cabinet. It is most common to use glass doorways in a bar area or display cabinet. However, don’t simply install some glass doors without even thinking about what’s inside. By putting lights within the cabinetry and using glass shelving, you can definitely highlight your “fancy” eyeglasses. This light is also perfect for producing a nightlight in a kitchen for a moody atmosphere.

Cheryl D & Company

Another great (and easy) bar area. Glass doors show off glasses and some prized champagne. By putting a cabinet panel on the drink fridge, all of the focus is moved up to the display area.

Debra Campbell Design

Use the back of the cabinet to bring some extra texture or color. Within this black and white kitchen, both top cabinets with glass doors and the display cabinet to the right of the fridge are given particular attention with a splash of lemon yellow inside.

Jenni Leasia Layout

Use glass (or wire in this instance) in a more functional area for a completely different look. Admittedly, his one may be an issue for those people who are a little OCD. However, if you’re fastidious enough, an open pantry can be very art-like. All it requires is a bit arranging to make it actually work.

Angela Otten; WmOhs Showrooms Inc

Utilize glass to balance out other elements. Within this elegant and traditional kitchen, the glass cabinetry on each side of the big vent hood help balance the weight of the fixture by “extending” out the weight. In a feeling, it lessens the overall effect and produces all components feel cohesive and unified.

Venegas and Company

Highlight an intriguing architectural shape. The Gothic-inspired insets from the glass door would get lost if put on top of a door. By putting a light within these display cabinets, we may see the strong patterns of the filigree work.

Laidlaw Schultz architects

In a somewhat different vein, these glass cupboards are all about bringing different feel and shape to the doorways which contrast with the strong grain pattern of the wood. By keeping all the dishes white within the cupboards, it retains the whole look from being too active.

Rebekah Zaveloff | KitchenLab

Glass doors lighten up an whole room by dividing the surface. It’s a well-known actuality that in the event you’ve got a large surface and you throw a different substance from the combination, it will help break up the overall weight of everything. Glass top cabinets were utilized to give everything a mild visual weight in this quaint kitchen. The frosting on the glass helps hide what’s behind the doors so that it does not feel cluttered.

Garret Cord Werner Architects & Interior Designers

Use opaque glass for a very different look. Few designers as well as fewer homeowners have taken the risk is using an opaque glass in their own designs. However, it may do something which neither translucent glass nor timber can do — it provides a super durable, high gloss surface. In this dark and white kitchen, the reflective nature of the black glass uppers helps prevent them from becoming too thick. Besides, they’re sexy!

More Glass Inspired Ideabooks
Decorate Using a Rainbow of Glass
Life in a Glass House
French Doors: Ooh La La

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Guest Groups: 20 Summer-Inspired Vintage Wares

May 18, 2018

Vintage products have constantly remind me of summer, likely because it’s the time of year once I venture out to do exactly the most yard sale and thrift shopping. Fortunately, there are tons of online stores now that offer a fantastic curated selection of vintage merchandise just a mouse click away, any time of the year. So as an ode to summer, I’ve rounded up a number of my favorite vintage finds for the home, all motivated by the warmest period of living, relaxing and entertaining. –Alli out of Hooray

Etsy

Classic Candles Candles – $20

Pretty old pitchers have several uses, and look equally as good sitting on the kitchen counter as they do pouring drinks on a hot summer day.

Etsy

Antique 1856 Lowe Fern Print – $12

I can already envision this summery botanical printing grouped with other foliage-inspired art for a candy, outdoorsy feel.

Etsy

Vintage Gold & Black Laquer Bowl – $14

This bowl looks like something shiny you would find at Kate Spade — but with a slightly worn, well-loved look. It might be the star of a summertime dining table setting, and could seem equally as great storing odds and ends onto a bookshelf.

Etsy

Tabletop Processor – $57

A roundup of summer-inspired vintage wares could not omit the timeless retro fan. Whether or not you actually “use” it, this still adds a gorgeous nostalgic and utilitarian sense to a space and it’s a vital summer accessory.

Pottery Barn

Framed Vintage Sailboat Print – $349

Even though it’s a reprint of a classic found photograph, this bit of art still has a lot of nautical and vintage charm. I would hang it independently or with other vintage finds like postcards or keys.

Etsy

Vintage Gooseneck Lamp – $45

This desk/table lamp is so damn cute, and good for small desk tables or areas. The vivid shade gives a nice pop of colour for summertime, and throughout the rest of the seasons.

Etsy

Simplex Schoolhouse Wall Clock – $85

I’ve never owned one, but I’ve always had a thing for vintage schoolhouse clocks. They’re nostalgic and industrial, and enjoyable to pair with more contemporary, chic bits.

Etsy

Mid Century Child’s School Chair – $52

I adore these old schoolhouse chairs: they’re industrial and hardy, and equally cute. They are kid-sized but might also be perfect for using as a small side table to get a stack of books or magazines.

Anthropologie

Found Decanter Lamp – $498

This lamp makes a significant statement in a subtle way. I really like that every one is made of old found decanters and seems summery all year old.

Etsy

Wood Basket Carrier – $29.99

This tray has numerous helpful possibilities for entertaining or for everyday usage. Not to mention it’s charming, vintage and amazingly sturdy.

Etsy

World Globe – $39

I enjoy vintage globes in almost any space because they’re a fun accessory that never goes out of style. Even if you’re entertaining, they act as a conversation piece — you just can’t help but twist them and test your geography skills.

Etsy

Vintage Ice Bucket – $9.50

An essential for fun, this ice bucket adds a fun retro touch that is perfect for summertime or any time of the year.

Etsy

Wood Dovetailed Box – $20

Next to vintage lovers and globes, older crates are one of these items I could easily hoard — just think of all of the storage possibilities these could supply. This is the perfect size for sorting paper, email, or to even as a rustic table centerpiece.

Etsy

Faux Bois and Brown Tensor Lamp – $25

How cool is this vintage desk lamp? It has a nice industrial shape, and I really like the faux bois base. It might have a big effect without taking up a whole lot of space.

Etsy

Fern and Fungi Art – $18

I really like the sense of history that vintage parts of art add to a space. This one has a lovely old feel to it, and brings a bit of the outdoors in your home.

Etsy

Aqua Painted Mirror – $16

What is not to love about these teeny resin lighting? They are in the ’70s and upgraded with some fresh paint. I could picture them in the guest bath, or just about any area of the house.

Etsy

1950 Italian Faux Bamboo Cart – $225

This may be a tiny ornate for a few, but I believe this retro Italian cart is pretty stunning. The faux bamboo legs look modern and, mixed with some glossy glassware, it might be a wonderful piece for fun.

Etsy

Vintage Golden Ceramic Dishes – $26

Both simple and fancy — I adore how tasteful these are!

Etsy

Vintage Modern Aqua Ice Bucket – $28

Another ice bucket that is just too cool to pass up. I really like the shape, along with the burst of aqua is a welcome option for summer.

Etsy

Copper Steel Outdoor Lighting – $39.99

I would really like to use this vintage light in so many distinct spaces — patios, front porches, all-season rooms. It has sweet, subtle details like the scalloped base frame and textured glass.

Next: More guest blogger merchandise picks

Other summer-inspired finds:
Guest Choices: Summer at the Seaside

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