always inspired...

 

It seems an odd thing to be inspired by just interior design photos.  I love so many things and there are so many things that inspire.  Don't you agree?  I love the texture and the color combos in these pictures, those types of ideas carry through into design ideas and take shape in interiors.  Just some food for thought.  What inspires you?

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Texture.. in design

 

Sometimes it is so hard to explain the importance of texture in design, it is such a necessary thing and I think it can often be missed.  The wood on this wall is just the beginning in this space but it is one that stands out.  I love that mixed with the rug and the cocktail table.  It makes us feel like a lot is going on even though the colors are limited here.  

Do you do texture in your home?  If so I would love to hear how you add it in to your design.

 

 

simply grey and white...

 

I love this simplicity of the white and grey in this home.  The greenery just adds to the simple beauty here- sometimes I wonder if we try to hard on the exteriors when it could be so simple and so beautiful.  

Wishing you a wonderful start to yet another weekend!

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Textured brick walls

 

I love the texture of a brick wall with the texture peeling away.. 

 What about you? 

 Would you show it if you could?  

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amazing in black and white...

I am loving this black and white with the added texture of baskets and woven pieces.  So simply fabulous.  I think it takes a certain level of control to keep to a wonderful color scheme like this and to make it work well.  Love love the striped rugs!

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get outside...

 

Oh my!  This is exactly what I need- iron doors, linen slipcovers and all of that great texture.  

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Heavy texture

 

Oh how I wish I was spending a lazy morning somewhere like this today..

But it is off to meet a client to select tile and stone and then back to designing a few up coming projects to be presented next week.  

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Segreto: Secrets to Finishing Beautiful Interiors

A little while back I was lucky enough to receive a copy of this amazing book,  Segreto: Secrets to Finishing Beautiful Interiors.  I am a sucker for design books, they are stacked around my office and home here and there just waiting for a free moment to be opened and explored.  This book is a fabulous resource of inspiration images and information from Segreto on their work.  It offers a view into some of the most beautiful homes I have seen and information on how these looks were achieved.  With over 300 pages of interior photos and details it is a great piece to add to the design library and the cocktail table alike. 



"Explore the breathtaking rooms within and enjoy a multitude of design styles by the bevy of talented interior designers, builders, architects and homeowners that Leslie has been privileged to work with through the years. Segreto: Secrets to Finishing Beautiful Interiors gives you the knowledge of what is available today and the confidence to create an ambiance that best reflects the particular period or design style you desire, by simply applying the right finish." from Segreto.


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grey and lavender

 

Grey and lavender is a combination I don't think we see enough of.  I just love the soft combination!

This is a great way to treat an offset mantle also- they can always be so difficult.  

Happy Thursday already, I am not sure where the week disappeared to but thank goodness it is almost the weekend again!

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Just inspiration..

Some things just catch your eye and make your mind wander to wonderful places.  I was wandering through my favorite blogs yesterday and came across something from Tine K Home and fell into their site... I love their product images... so dreamy! So greige...

Lately I have felt a little overwhelmed by all of the trends and what is going on in design.  These types of things reign me in and help me to remember what I love so much simple, rustic, mixes filled with beautiful texture.

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Simply grey in the kitchen

 

Simply grey wonderfulness in the kitchen.  I love that this kitchen has so much personality.  I am totally looking to incorporate some of that great texture in mine!

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greige in Mexico

 

I am completely loving the soft light and the colors in these pictures.  How beautiful- so much texture it is amazing!  Maybe it can take us to a simpler time and place away from all of the rush of the holidays...

This week should be fun as I try to relax a little and gear up for the days with family and friends to come.

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Gorgeous texture

It always amazes me how a little texture can add so much warmth to a space.  I love the walls in wood and all of the contrasts!

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Winter.. Camel and White

 

This is such a wonderful color combo!  I love the texture and light!  Today is my birthday which I am very excited to spend winding down after a busy week and relaxing..

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