Designing a Bath

I have a friend who is about to do a bathroom reno in her very cute cottage in a great area of town. The area although lust worthy is also know for homes that are more on the tiny side. Her style is quite modern and she loves a glamorous space. She wants a floating vanity and I fell head over heels for this one. She also wants a large subway tile with dark grout, but I also think a 6x12 marble tile would be quite stunning too. It would be chair rail height all the way around and cover the front side of the bathtub. A dark slate floor would ground the space. Along one wall they are going to incorporate built in and shallow shelving. I think making the shelves in a natural wood would offset the clean lines of the bathroom quite nicely. I always love incorporating raw elements into a room. Must be the natural hippie in me. Ha. The West Elm lighting would add the touch of sparkle and shine she loves. This friend also loves color,  but tires of things easily. I think fun fouta towels could do the trick and she can change out the colors to fit her mood. Too be honest I wouldn't mind having this in my own home and my style is neither modern or glamorous.

A Dream Kitchen {Bill Ingram}

By now I am sure you have figured out how much I adore the work of Bill Ingram. He keeps his designs pure, rather simple, and well thought out. Needless to say they are all quite stunning. I have long admired this kitchen and was quite excited when I came across this article from Cultivate featuring Bill Ingram and tips he had to share on designing a kitchen.

photos by Erica George Dines

Art in the Kitchen {Gallery Wall}

I am sure you have heard of Sarah from her fabulous blog Flourish Design + Style. Did you also know she has a shop filled with art that makes for a great statement at fabulous prices? Since my kitchen is open to the rest of the house I always try to make it flow as one. I like to have have the same feel in the kitchen as every other room in my home. I knew I wanted to add a piece of art but didn't want to break the bank since it is the kitchen after all. This piece from Sarah's shop, Gallery Wall, was just perfect. I personally think it looks right at home and it makes me quite happy.

Dining

A dining room may be one of my favorite spaces in any home. It's a place for families and friends to gather and chat about the day. Ours is also known to quickly become an art center or game table. I thought it would be fun to put a space together that I wouldn't mind having for myself and I think this one would do quite nicely. I could easily see myself enjoying this space thoroughly especially while enjoying a meal from The Paleo Comfort Foods which has become one of my favorite cookbooks for cooking gluten free.

Chandelier from West Elm

Mirror which would make such a huge impact is from Ballard Designs

Chair and table from World Market

Tableware from Canvas

Chic

Every once in awhile I dream of what it would be like to be pregnant again. I absolutely adored it even though I was sick every day for 9 months and gained 40 with KJ and 60 with Ellie. In my current dreams though I am quite blissful and easily resemble this mama to be. In reality though my non pregnant self still dreams and in these dreams I have carefree spaces layered with things I love, I live by the water, and I am continually and beautifully organized in my all time favorite binders. Rows and rows of the binders would easily grace my bookshelves. This little amethyst beauty from Mackenzie's new shop could easily keep all my papers from going astray upon my lovely little desk. Oh, and the best part? Some of my dreams can become a reality! (no not the pregnant part though)