Interior Design Sense

Spring is finally here and I’m super excited to see green stuff outdoors! Seeing so much dirt and snow and dormant vegetation gets seriously depressing by the end of winter. An email from Jeffrey of Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture could not have come at a better time. I blogged his gorgeous outdoor spaces here and here, and this time he wanted to share his latest project in Shell Beach, California. It’s a one-bedroom guest house with a LiveRoof and it’s a DREAM. Who cares what the interior looks like when you have this outside? I’d be living outside. Just pitch me a tent somewhere…or I’ll claim one of the hammocks. (Photos by Chris Leschinsky)

Mariah O’Brien is a Los Angeles-based interior designer who has worked with tons of celebrities including Megan Fox, Flea, Giovanni Ribisi, and Patricia and Rosanna Arquette to name just a few. I absolutely love her style – because she doesn’t really have one. It’s pretty eclectic which is what I love about her. I am all for interiors that are unexpected, unexplained, and uncommon. She injects into spaces just the right amount of pizzazz with colour, pattern, texture, sparkle and fabulous artwork. I got my hands on tons of photos from several of her projects (thanks PR peeps!) and this home in Los Feliz that is a favourite.

Ruben Gutierrez of Errez Design sent us photos of one of his latest projects – a sweet condo in midtown Miami that affords fabulous views of Biscayne Bay and downtown Miami. Ruben utilized a combination of new pieces with antiques and vintage finds to create this eclectic and glamorous vibe. It’s colourful, sassy, and I love it – especially the mirrored dining nook. (Check out previous projects of Ruben’s here, here, here and here).

Ruben Gutierrez of Errez Design sent us photos of one of his latest projects – a sweet condo in midtown Miami that affords fabulous views of Biscayne Bay and downtown Miami. Ruben utilized a combination of new pieces with antiques and vintage finds to create this eclectic and glamorous vibe. It’s colourful, sassy, and I love it – especially the mirrored dining nook. (Check out previous projects of Ruben’s here, here, here and here).

It’s been several years since I first heard about Henrybuilt kitchens. I have lusted after their kitchens from that moment on. Modern and clean lines yet they exude warmth. We don’t usually blog “products” but this is more about some fabulously designed kitchens, and when the folks at Henrybuilt sent over some photos, I was more than happy to share them here (especially when I heard their new range offers more traditional and rustic options). The next time I’m due for new kitchen cabinets, I’m totally going to harass these folks to hook me up.

It’s been several years since I first heard about Henrybuilt kitchens. I have lusted after their kitchens from that moment on. Modern and clean lines yet they exude warmth. We don’t usually blog “products” but this is more about some fabulously designed kitchens, and when the folks at Henrybuilt sent over some photos, I was more than happy to share them here (especially when I heard their new range offers more traditional and rustic options). The next time I’m due for new kitchen cabinets, I’m totally going to harass these folks to hook me up.

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The girls at Marie Flanigan Interiors know I’m a sucker for a great “Before & After” and sent over this beautiful chair transformation.   Here’s what they had to say…

“A Taylor Lake couple enlisted our help as they set out to update their lakeside home.  The bulk of the project consisted of transforming a Master Suite and two guest suites from an outdated aesthetic to one that is fresh, serene, and designed with spa-like comfort in mind.  We promise home transformation photos will come later.  For now, enjoy the remarkable makeover of this charming guest room chair.”

Warning: You may immediately find yourself fighting the urge to pack up and hit the road in search of a coastal abode with a chair like this to curl up in!

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I think it is a stunning transformation and what an adorable pooch!  Thanks again to Marie Flanigan Interiors for sharing this with us!

I love a little juxtaposition of old and new in my interiors. I’ve probably said that a thousand times. It’s that element of surprise that gets me every time. This home I found on Le Case di Elixír rocks my world. Looking at the exterior, you’d never guess what was inside. Unfortunately the photos of the interior are mainly of the kitchen area but those alone did it for me. 

{BEFORE}

The girls at Marie Flanigan Interiors know I’m a sucker for a great “Before & After” and sent over this beautiful chair transformation.   Here’s what they had to say…

“A Taylor Lake couple enlisted our help as they set out to update their lakeside home.  The bulk of the project consisted of transforming a Master Suite and two guest suites from an outdated aesthetic to one that is fresh, serene, and designed with spa-like comfort in mind.  We promise home transformation photos will come later.  For now, enjoy the remarkable makeover of this charming guest room chair.”

Warning: You may immediately find yourself fighting the urge to pack up and hit the road in search of a coastal abode with a chair like this to curl up in!

{AFTER}

I think it is a stunning transformation and what an adorable pooch!  Thanks again to Marie Flanigan Interiors for sharing this with us!

I love a little juxtaposition of old and new in my interiors. I’ve probably said that a thousand times. It’s that element of surprise that gets me every time. This home I found on Le Case di Elixír rocks my world. Looking at the exterior, you’d never guess what was inside. Unfortunately the photos of the interior are mainly of the kitchen area but those alone did it for me.