Shelter Loves - Interior Design 2016

Hello all and Happy Friday!!!!  I'm here with my LOVES today. I hope to grab some time this weekend to get inspired, I have a stack of magazines I want to peruse and a fairly laid back weekend planned. I mean obviously I'll be driving my children all over but most sporting events are in town this weekend! I'm in the midst of designing a number of kitchen. I enjoy how each is different and reflects the needs, styles, and desires of my clients, threes of which I have been working with for years. One of the best parts of my job are the relationships I form with an array people. 

1. I am ready to change out my bedding, bedding gets worn looking after a few years and I tend to gravitate towards light fresh colors. These sheets from Julia B. are STUNNING. I am not sure I would dare sleep on the pillow cases, they are too pretty. I could always layer them with simple white sheets. I have my eye on these too. 
2. This is the perfect spring outfit for Boston. I adore creamy white and pale colors together. I am all about the cropped flare pant right now, some may disagree, but I find them flattering and feminine.
3. YES! I need to practice these words! I also need to shut off my brain once in a while.
4. Have I mentioned that if I was not a designer, I would have wanted to be a dermatologist? I am slightly obsessed with skincare and have held onto my own lashes but enhance them more every chance I get. This serum adds volume and length. 
5. I'm jumping on the pink shoe trend, these cuties will end up in my cart today! They are 50% off!!!
6. Kitchens, kitchens and more kitchens are on my mind/radar. In fact, I'm off to choose stone right now with a client..I am starting to pin inspo for my latest project, it's going to include a fabulous, large, dark island with brass hardware!!!




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Love the look - Interior Design 2016

Hola!! I am not going to sit here and complain about the weather (although it is tempting) but I will say this, I'm over wearing my winter coats..... that means it's officially blazer season here in Boston. I usually pair mine with a tank top or tee for the high low look Emanuelle loves! I also like to wear a belt with these jeans, it finishes off the look. These are adorable!!

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Cottage Love #60 - Spring updates - Interior Design 2016

As most of you know, I am not afraid to wear or use color in my projects. I always balance any saturated color and repeated pattern designs with quiet neutrals. This creates a sense of calm and cohesion throughout a home. I came across this adorable home in Better Homes and Gardens and just had to share it! Designer Amanda Reynal created a cozy cottage feel filled with graphic moments and plenty of charm for her childhood friend. I've also shared my tips and tricks for updating and refreshing your home for the Spring. 

 Ten ways to update your home this Spring

1. Give your walls a fresh coat of paint. Don't be afraid to add a splash of color to a small space such as an entry or powder room.

2. Switch out tired and "typical" light fixtures. New light fixtures are a wonderful way to introduce a new look into your home.

3. Purchase new bedding for your bedroom. Nothing says Spring like crisp new bedding! This small change is a real treat.

4. Bring beautiful flowers indoors and create arrangements around your home.

5. Clean!! Toss and donate old, outdated objects, furniture and rugs. 

7. Add wallpaper! There are tons of amazing patterns and prints available. I love what a transformation wallpaper makes!

8. Lacquer a small piece of furniture in a bright pop color.

9. Purchase some new pillows for your living and family room.

10. Rearrange your furniture and display new accessories.

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Table Setting - Julia B. - Interior Design 2016

Clearly, I have a love for beautiful interiors and design but ask anyone who knows me - I always notice the details! In my world, the final layering pieces are just as important as the grand design concepts. I have an affinity for good quality linens and vintage inspired tableware. I'm not hosting Easter this year but I will have the absolute pleasure of enjoying dinner at my parent's home. My mother has a talent and eye for making everything look perfect and she is a wonderful cook! 

Lucky for us, this month's issue of Veranda featured the lovely family estate of Julia B. Julia's linen collections and monogram designs are stunning. I use her line whenever I have the opportunity. A bedroom and dining room just don't feel complete without fine linens and beautiful dishes/china/glassware and silver. Julia's latest venture includes a gorgeous tabletop collection that incorporates dinnerware, glassware, table linens and silver. The patterns are inspired by her travels to Italy. Julia recently displayed her designs at an al fresco luncheon on her Northern California property. The entire shoot is perfection and a delightful inspiration for anyone planning to entertain with guests soon.....perhaps, even this weekend! Cheers! xx

Julia on her family's seventy-four acre estate

I adore this idea!

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Love the look - Interior Design 2016

I always consider Easter the start of Spring but around here in early April there is not a bud in bloom! I dream of wearing a pretty, short sleeved outfit, but in reality, I usually have to wear my wool coat on Easter Sunday. In fact, we freeze our asses off watching the kids run around like lunatics gathering the hidden eggs.  All kidding aside, I've put together two similar Easter day looks, one with a shell for you lucky southerners and one with a cardigan and possibly a coat for us up North/West. Blair nailed the look above! My pink wool coat will be my layer of choice too. xx

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The Potting shed - Interior Design 2016

We ALL have Spring on our mind up North, even my children have had it with the cold and grey weather. My yard took a beating this winter, so I am starting to map out what needs to be revamped, ripped out and planted. My goal is to plant a cutting garden this Spring. I dream of having potting shed/room much like one of the beauties someday!

I loved the Beatrix Potter books as a child. My aunt gave us the figurines as gifts. Here are the bunnies in a potting shed.

Bunny Mellon in her garden room

UMMMM, I would change out those awful compact fluorescent bulbs. 

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Shelter Loves.. - Interior Design 2016

Hello honies and happy Friday. I always seem to have a bit more energy on Friday, even bad days are a bit sweeter. I was fully back in the swing of things work wise this Wednesday, here's what is on my radar.

1. Everything Easter related. Easter seems to symbolize rebirth and all things Spring related. I always host an egg decorating day for my children's friends. They have a blast and we end up with an array of beautiful eggs. Here is a sophisticated Easter table. Are you hosting? 
2. AMEN and very true.
3. I love beautiful dresses with gorgeous back details.
4.  Schumacher's strie velvets.
5. Stripe details on pants and bags. Gucci takes the cake on this trend! These are cute too. 
6. The site of Palm trees, especially during the winter months, warm my soul. 




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