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Modern Wall Tiles – Boudoir by Villeroy&Boch

20 Aug

Wall tiles are an excellent way to create a unique interior atmosphere and maybe these modern Boudoir wall tiles by Villeroy&Boch can provide some inspiration. They ooze a modern glamor and elegance that is hard to beat. Glossy and mysterious, this tile collection can be put together to create different patterns and designs. You can use them to cover entire walls, to create an accent wall or to design decorative details for your walls like a border or stripe. They are especially stylish and Villeroy&Boch has described this collection as “extravagant and high quality – a concept for intimate confessions”. They do seem to hold secrets, don’t they? But try as you might, these walls won’t talk – they’re made to be admired only. Visit Villeroy&Boch to find out more.

Modern Wall Tiles - Boudoir by Villeroy&Boch

Modern Wall Tiles - Boudoir by Villeroy&Boch

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Gardener & Marks

19 Aug

Relaxed and chic, faded and fabulous. Old and new, vintage with industrial, shabby with found and natural. Even though some of these pictures have popped up on Desire to Inspire over the years I can’t believe we’ve never focused on the design duo of Lyn Gardener and Amanda Henderson-Marks of Gardener & Marks. Time to right that oversight today. Bowerbirds of style.

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Timeless Cast Iron Tub Design by Devon&Devon – Regal 

19 Aug

If you’re going for timeless pieces for your bathroom decor then Regal – the cast iron tub by Devon&Devon is a perfect choice. It is inspired by an authentic classic style but modernized in its design regarding functionality and materials. The cast iron tub is covered in polished aluminum and stands 70cm tall. Comfort played a huge roll in the realization of this tub, but as you can see, its aesthetic has not been compromised. You can finish it with your desired look by choosing a well suited Devon&Devon tap, which are designed in many lovely styles. And if you wish to take it even further, you can let them do your whole bathroom design, from finishing, furniture and accessories. Visit Devon&Devon for more info.

Timeless Cast Iron Tub Design by Devon&Devon - Regal 

Timeless Cast Iron Tub Design by Devon&Devon - Regal 

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Table Layer by Gallotti & Radice

5 Aug

Here’s a coffee table that’s unlike any other – the unusual Table Layer by Gallotti & Radice. The table base is made of circular and stackable wooden parts. The transparent glass top sits right on the circular wood base pieces which come in different colors and finishes, like natural ash, wenge stained or white, black, saffron yellow, sand or chestnut lacquer. Depending on how many base pieces you choose, the table will be different heights. This is perfect for when temporary adjustments are necessary, or if you are looking for a coffee table in a non standard height. The design is very contemporary and unique – making for an interesting and stylish addition to your modern furniture or decor scheme. Find out more at Gallottti & Radice.

Table Layer by Gallotti & Radice

Table Layer by Gallotti & Radice

Table Layer by Gallotti & Radice

Table Layer by Gallotti & Radice

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Again & Again’s NEW Dallas Location!

14 Jul

This past weekend, one of my absolute favorite furniture consignment shops,’ Again & Again,’ opened a new, improved, and HUGE location near the Dallas design district. ‘ Leslie Pritchard continues to expand her stores around the Dallas area, and I could not be happier that she is doing so! ‘ This lady is building a vintage furniture empire here…

Honestly, I wanted to take home everything with me, but didn’t think my fiancee would appreciate that so instead I snapped a few photos to share with you. Take a look at some of these amazing pieces!

I was really digging this tufted leather chair-very unique!

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

Leslie has a similar pair of chairs in her own home- sadly, these ones below are sold!

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

I stumbled upon these amazing acrylic bar stools that would look perfect with a reupholstered seat-

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

And speaking of acrylic, I found a coffee table that I almost died over (sadly it’s another one of those pieces that was already spoken for). ‘ The person who has this on hold, is one lucky little shopper-

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

You can never go wrong with a chrome shelf unit-

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

I fell in love with this bold pink lacquered buffet. ‘ Now whose home can I squeeze this gem in?

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

If you are worried your dining room doesn’t have enough personality, I have the table for you-

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

Brass coffee table- yes please!

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

A pair of sculptural table lamps-

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

And finally, an interesting acrylic pedestal and two funky bamboo stools-

Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

I could go on and on about the rest of the treasures I found but I don’t want to spoil it for you! There is so much to see at their new location- plan to stay at least an hour like I did Again & Agains NEW Dallas Location!

On another note, if you find a piece you fall in love with but it is not quite the color or fabric you want, Again & Again will refinish, reupholster, and even rebuild the piece to create exactly what you are looking for. ‘ They just finished refinishing a console for one of my clients as well as building new legs for another client’s mirrored console.

Aside from refinishing, they also build custom furniture. The possibilities are endless!

141 Howell Street

Dallas, TX 75207

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Bed & Breakfast

12 Jul

Fancy getting away from the hustle and bustle? The idea of a guest house, a bed and breakfast more appealing than an impersonal hotel room? A little bit of paradise in the middle of the Italian countryside? Oh yes please! Toss aside your big city cares and settle into this Upper Tiber Valley barn conversion. It’s part of the owners’ home. Mid century classics and rural Italy. Sounds like a great marriage. Add a private swimming pool and five hectares of land to explore, fig trees to pluck fruit from, a bocce court in the woods. What more could you want for an escape to the country? Villa Metato Umbria, Italy via Welcome Beyond.

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Red, White, & Blue Rooms

4 Jul

Happy 4th of July!

Red, White, & Blue Rooms

Red, White, & Blue Rooms

Red, White, & Blue Rooms

Red, White, & Blue Rooms

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Los Angeles Sales & Events

15 Jun

For Angelenos, a few upcoming sales and events are taking place, starting this weekend!

This weekend, on Saturday June 18th, Palihouse (as in the hotel, which I blogged about here) ‘ is having it’s own garage sale.

Here are the deets:’ The sale will be at the Hacienda garage entrance, items include: sofas, tables, chairs, casegoods, headboards, Moroccan lamps, lamp shades, hammocks, and other finds from the Palihouse archives. A DJ will be spinning through the event and coffee is available from the Espresso Bar.

Now, you can really truly have that hotel to room look I featured!

Los Angeles Sales & Events

Starting on Friday, June 17th (and running until July 10th), both the Los Angeles and San Francisco HD Buttercup locations are having their half yearly sales with as much as 20-70% off the entire store (sofas, light fixtures, tables etc.).

Happy Shopping!

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“Come & knock on our door”

4 Jun

Guess I can’t get enough of looking at cool, interesting, pretty, or stunning doors (both interior and exterior) – I continually come across more visually enticing doors (and have previously blogged about them here and here).

Which ones would you enjoy knocking on?

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

“Come & knock on our door”

Images via Houzz and Pinterest

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BLACK & POOLE

2 Jun

Please pardon me if you find me fixated on dark hued rooms in the next few weeks. My sample pots are on their way and the painter starts in a few weeks. Excited? Maybe. No really am I excited? Maybe. Really? OK I can’t wait! I’m turning to the dark side in a very big way. And this lovely home? Look at those black walls. So warm when teamed with the creams and off whites. Lovely textures, splash of colour here or there, cute window treatment ideas (stealing that simple button top roll up blind idea). Interiors by Gretchen Kubiak of BLACK & POOLE. (Photography by Jason Varney).

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