::Surroundings::: This Weekend in Boston

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desiretoinspire.net

A renovated apartment in Shanghai - Artekt is an architecture and design agency with offices in Paris and Shanghai. This is their renovation of a tired and typical Shanghai apartment into a...
1 hour ago
Design Vignettes

Back from Blogfest! - *A warm welcome from Kravet* After spending three days this week in New York as a #Blogfest2013 attendee, I have hundreds of colorful photos to sort throu...
2 hours ago
P i g t o w n * D e s i g n

Peggy Stewart House in Annapolis for Sale - When I lived in Annapolis many years ago, the Peggy Stewart House was a part of my daily life. [image: image]I would spot it frequently as I walked to an...
6 hours ago
Between Naps on the Porch

Backyard Paradise Perfect for Entertaining - [image: Beautiful Backyard with Outdoor Fireplace, Outdoor Art and Wicker Seating Group]Backyard Paradise, Perfect for Entertaining Read the full article
6 hours ago
MadeByGirl

FOOD: Curried Chicken Salad - Hi MBG readers, Lauren from *Perpetually Chic* here! One of my favorite quick lunches is to pick up curried chicken salad and a seeduction roll from *Whole...
12 hours ago
TheBloggess.com

Me and the internet - This cat = me trying to actually get work done. This weasel = my brain trying to destroy me: Me: I have work to do. Weasel: You should check the internet ...
13 hours ago
My Notting Hill

Off to Be Reupholstered - My living room needed a larger sofa than the 2 seater armless loveseat I've had in there for the last 2 years. Well, w/the basement renovation I realize...
13 hours ago
Maison Decor

We are Growing~more hours, more help and more stores! - Justin drew this chalk art in the Boston store. I adore it! Isn't it quirky and fabulous and so artsy? He continues to impress me with his creative side....
14 hours ago
Celebrating the Sea with Nautical + Beach Home Decor, Art, Photography, Crafts + Design

Top Beach Jar Decor Ideas - Glass jars can be transformed into delightful breezy beach jars in no time. This round up of beach jar decor ideas brings together lots of charming example...
14 hours ago
FRENCH ESSENCE

Roses - xvvxxv
14 hours ago
Hooked on Houses

Before & After (& After): My Home Office’s Latest Makeover - My sister-in-law Amy just came to visit. When she saw my home office, she asked, “Is this where the blog magic happens?” Yep. This is it, folks. I spend a ...
16 hours ago
| style carrot |

Covet: Pyrite Wrap Bracelet by Sheryl Lowe - Sheryl Lowe Double wrap gold pyrite bracelet with diamond pave bead $410, goop * * * * * * Barneys has gorgeous jewelry too. The post Covet: Pyri...
17 hours ago
The Peak of Chic

Revisiting Henri Samuel - Did you read the April issue of French *AD*? If so, you probably saw the article about the late French designer Henri Samuel. Samuel was one of the all-t...
18 hours ago
Boxwood Terrace

Choices - *Darryl Carter* The reason why I blog is apparent when you compare this photo to the photo in my previous post. At times, I am drawn to spaces that are ...
18 hours ago
everything LEB

Modern Monet - Sometimes I focus on the things I cant have, rather than the things I have. I'm only human. Everyone has those feelings sometimes, right? After this post...
19 hours ago
The Zhush

Wednesday Wants - [image: http://www.thezhush.blogspot.com] cuffs Have you seen the new Jennifer Meyer jewelry collaboration with J.Crew?! I have to admit, most of thes...
19 hours ago
Splendid Sass

ELLE DECOR FAVORITES - This month's Elle Decor is full of rooms designed by my favorite designers. Below are a few images from the work of each one of them. ENJOY! 1...
19 hours ago
Southern Hospitality

New Orleans Flavor - [image: Rhoda-and-Lauren_thumb.jpg] [image: Rhoda-and-Lauren_thumb.jpg]While in New Orleans, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to enjoy some time with my ...
20 hours ago
Annechovie

GREEK SHRIMP WITH TOMATOES AND FETA - This is a wonderful dish my Mother makes that has become a staple favorite of mine. She got the recipe from Williams-Sonoma and it is unbelievably delic...
1 day ago
An Urban Cottage

Around Here - All photos from my Instagram It's almost summertime. When the warm and humid air meets the cold ocean air, we can get really foggy mornings. And a 75...
1 day ago
The Inspired Room

Farmhouse Cottage {Hello, Dream White Farmhouse!} - [image: modern farmhouse living room wendy posard]Farmhouse Cottage Featuring: Wendy Posard & Associates Friends! Have mercy. I think I’ve found my dream...
1 day ago
beachbungalow8

The ABCs of Architecture - Clever + dare I say cute. If you're like me, you'll find yourself hitting that pause button over and over. Subscribe in a reader
1 day ago
Belgian Pearls

A beautiful story ! - Dear readers, I want to thank you for the nice comments on my previous blogpost about the kitchen our company manufactured! I so appreciate your tho...
1 day ago
architect design

GIVEAWAY: Novica gift ideas - I don't often do giveaways here on the blog but NOVICA is a company I really believe in and love to share (I've done a few giveaways with them in the past...
1 day ago
Pure Style Home

Happy 1st Birthday to Lou! - One year ago today, this little guy arrived: He's one of the loves of my life and is just such a happy kid. This is really what it's all about for me. (...
1 day ago
STYLEBEAT

AERIN ARRIVES AT LEE JOFA: PRETTY LUXE - Photos courtesy of Aerin Recently named one of Fast Company's 100 Most Creative People in Business, Aerin Lauder is poised to make the spheres of beaut...
1 day ago
* Chic Provence *

Scouting the Chic Provence Design Tour - *I love Provence so much;* nothing is more fun to me than spending the week before the Chic Provence Design Tour scouting out all my locations, vendors an...
2 days ago
The Well Appointed House by Melissa Hawks

Life's a Playground! Outdoor Fun for Kids - It is time to turn off the TV's and iPads and open the playroom doors -- and let the kids OUT! Friendly Spring temperatures mean the little ones can get ...
2 days ago
Amy Meier Design

Better Homes & Gardens Magazine: many thanks! - Hope you all had a great weekend! Ours was filled with excitement after learning that our home, featured in Better Homes & Gardens, had hit newsstands! ...
2 days ago
maison21: decorative but not serious...

m21 has a question for you... - remind me again? who was it that brought sexy back? tee hee. ps: tom + lorenzo *panned* his look, so maybe i shouldn't bring attention... *photo numbe...
2 days ago
the adventures of tartanscot™

"May 19th, 1994 . . . " - Greetings, There are always those dates that seem to drift on the edge of my memory. Almost like old phone numbers that spring to mind when I'm trying t...
2 days ago
Design Editor

PROJECT LIFE 2013 | Week Fourteen + An Insert - I put together my Week Fourteen exclusively with Studio Calico's Project Life Add-On Kit for May, Halley's Comet. I used some of this month's awesome digital...
2 days ago
COTE DE TEXAS

A Parisian Apartment on House Hunters International - For those who don’t watch HGTV’s most highly rated shows – “House Hunters” and “House Hunters International” – the premise is this: a couple loo...
2 days ago
Designers' Block

Paper Bags etc - [image: paper bags by le sorelle] I am having real trouble believing that all these gorgeous items are actually paper. From storage bags to [image: paper b...
2 days ago
The Paris Apartment

changing it up - 38702878020602332 wow it’s hard to believe we’re half way through may already. summer is going to be here soon and it would be great to savor every minute ...
3 days ago
Francine Gardner - Art de Vivre

ICFF International fair 2013 - It never ceases to amaze me how adaptable we are. From the bush of Africa to the world of consumerism and contemporary design. If I were to choose...I...
3 days ago
Colour me Happy

White to Green Exterior: Before & After - Have you ever wondered if a green house would blend too much into the landscape if you have lots of green around your house? This homeowner was brave enoug...
4 days ago
Jackie Blue Home

Ready For Surtex! - [image: For JackieVT-flat]The last collection is finished and all of the artwork is off to my agent! I’ve been working like a mad woman for the last few...
5 days ago
katiedid

Showcase House at the Adamsleigh Estate with Traditional Home - First, thank you all for your very polite patience! It has taken me way too long to show you everything I have been up to lately! My trip to North Caroli...
5 days ago
Tina Steele Lindsey

Checking In - Has it truly been a month since my last post? I've been preoccupied in a search for new studio space, my nose daily in listings and driving to and fro an...
5 days ago
decor8

Happy Weekend! - I have so much to write about today, lots of great stories, but I’m tired so I’m going to take a blog break since I have loads of prep work to do for next ...
5 days ago
Art by Karena

All Things French and Paris Oh Yes! - * * *Please** join me on an adventure I have dreamed of for a lifetime!* * * * ** * *This sculpture of the Winged Victory in the Louvre symbolizes so much t...
5 days ago
Art and Alfalfa

Exclusively delicious - Italian Gelato Imported and hand made in Italy. My friend Barbara wrote about this heavenly Gelato last week. Immediately, I had to see if I ...
6 days ago
Wilson Kelsey Design | Interior Architecture, Renovations and Design

Iris inspired color scheme - On my morning walk about, I discovered this tiny little iris blooming in our front yard. I had completely forgotten about them. Their blooms are fleeting, ...
6 days ago
Splendid Willow

Swedes And Their Black Design Accents - White, crisp walls, yes. But don’t think that gray is a Swedes favorite accent color to go with all that white (just because I babble about it all the ti...
6 days ago
Material Girls Blog

Tracy Anderson Studio by Windsor Smith - My friend, Paloma’s post today reminded me that I have been meaning to blog about fitness guru Tracy Anderson’s new studio designed by one of my all time f...
1 week ago
the NEO-traditionalist

Ring Party - The darling Catbird chart above made me smile. I love jewelry, but in all honesty, I don’t wear much of it. My exception of course is rings – dainty, bold,...
1 week ago
Velvet & Linen

giannetti home: our clients' beautiful garden... - Last year I was contacted by a wonderful woman who was looking to heal her house. I know that sounds very "California", but let me explain. A few years ago M...
1 week ago
The Kitchen Designer

Cosentino Materials For Kitchen And Bath - It's More Than Silestone! - Last week I went to the latest Cosentino Center opening in Westchester. It was a good reminder that Cosentino, a name so often synonymous with Silestone,...
1 week ago
Kitchen and Residential Design

Water for People - It's no great secret that I have some pretty strong relationships with a number of manufacturers. In all of these cases, I get involved with brands that ma...
1 week ago
Trouvais

Happy Mother’s Day - Simple and joyful. Continue reading »
1 week ago
Kay Ellen

Sweet Mementos of Love - Simple mementos of love can melt a Mother's heart ... Fresh cut sweetpeas can brighten your day... A sip of coffee and hugs from loved ones can be a real tre...
1 week ago
A Schematic Life

Noguchi's 20N Table Lamp - Sometimes it's not the most expensive items, but the best designed ones that get my attention. Hence the 20N table lamp from Isamu Noguchi at just 155 doll...
1 week ago
The Antiques Diva

You Can Make a Difference - Dear Diva Readers, Many of you know I lost my home in a fire last year on Thanksgiving. It’s taken 4 months of living in temporary housing before we found...
1 week ago
The Style PA at Home

OUT AND ABOUT - Norwich and London - A couple of months ago I went to see one of my favourite people, the lovely Tor of Fab Frocks, in her new home of Norwich. I'd never actually been there ...
1 week ago
Things That Inspire

The design impact of a framed series - I have always been a big fan of large grouping of framed series, and two rooms at the Atlanta Symphony Show House had dramatic examples of this design ele...
1 week ago
The Bedlam of Beefy

Strawberry Panna Cotta with Rhubarb Compote - [image: Strawberry Panna Cotta with Rhubarb Compote | The Bedlam of Beefy] As much as I love rhubarb I still hang on to the false idea that it is associ...
2 weeks ago
stacystyle's blog

Today I’m at Wakefield Design! - Interior design friends, If you’re anywhere near Stamford, Connecticut, today please join me and a whole cast of design-lovers at Wakefield Design Center f...
2 weeks ago
Patricia Gray Interior Design

White Pattern + Light in Architecture - archdaily.com; archithings.com; hiplap.tumblr.com; core77.com lemanoosh.tumblr.com; pakal.org; s3.amazo...
2 weeks ago
Details and Design

Lust For Chairs - My name is Liz and I am an addict. There, I said it, but it’s not what you think. I mean, I do love my one cup of coffee in the morning…and a good glass of...
2 weeks ago
Mrs. Blandings

Gold Smith - I was curious when I heard about Michael Smith's new book, Building Beauty: The Alchemy of Design. Close on the heels of Kitchens and Baths and focused...
2 weeks ago
Willow Decor

Modern, Magni & a Giveaway!! - [image: Slettvoll_4] Work at my Beach House is nearly complete and we will be moving in by the end of May. I have decided to take a more modern approach to...
2 weeks ago
Vicente Wolf Blog

Keeping Up with Technology - As I’ve said many times before, I don’t touch computers. I know it’s bad, but personally I’m slow to learn about technology. I’m the person who believes a...
3 weeks ago
Fifi Flowers Design Decor

ART GIVEAWAY... 3200+ Followers - I promised an ORIGINAL ART GIVEAWAY (150.00 value) when Fifi Flowers' Official Facebook Page reached 3200 Followers... Sooooo... Fifi Flowers ORIGINAL pa...
3 weeks ago
Tracery Interiors Blog

Nashville Project update. - Hi all! I went to Nashville for a quick site visit and wanted to give y’all an update in the project. We are going to install in a few weeks! We are so exc...
4 weeks ago
AbbeyK — On Interior Design

Super AbbeyK Has Left the Building! - http://www.typepad.com/site/blogs/6a00d834519f3969e200d834519f3b69e2/post/6a00d834519f3969e2017ee83ee046970d/edit#
4 weeks ago
brillante home decor

Past, present and future - In the world of design often we find new ideas based (either coincidentally or on purpose) on old ones. The same goes for other aspects of our life, of c...
5 weeks ago
absolutely beautiful things

Black & Spiro Website Launch - ** *Hello! After what seems like an eternity, I am thrilled to let you know, tonight, our brand new Black & Spiro Interior Design website will go live. ...
1 month ago
Nicky Haslam Design

LIVE AND IN PERSON - Join us! Canadian readers will be pleased to hear Nicky is in Toronto next week and will be signing copies of his new book ‘Folly de Grandeur’ at Indigo bo...
1 month ago
The Lisa Porter Collection

April - This is my favorite time of year! [image: Easter Table 2013] The sun shines brighter, we begin to wake up and spirits begin to soar. [image: Easter Tabl...
1 month ago
Concrete Jungle

Phuket 'Bolt Hole' - Before and After - Just goes to show one should really work harder on the before pictures when documenting what can be done for before and afters. Looking for a gr...
2 months ago
Le Petit Cabinet de Curiosites

New Louis XV armchairs - these armchairs had an horrible fabric on them and the color of the wood was old fashioned. After going to our workshops and thanks to Pierre Frey fabrics an...
2 months ago
SPACE FOR INSPIRATION

Wishing all a Happy Easter... - Darlings, Easter is less than two weeks away and I wanted to duck in here to wish you an early 'Happy Easter'! image credit: Ylva Skarp * I know I have be...
2 months ago
Design Kula

Design Confessions: Why I stopped responding on Houzz, etc. - Attempting to answer a troubling problem of online profiles and design forums with unanswered questions from commenters.
4 months ago
An Aesthete's Lament

Au Revoir, Bébé - *Roger Prigent of Malmaison Antiques (1923—2012)* Read my Architectural Digest tribute to Roger Prigent (1923—2012), a spirited, rascally, and knowledgeabl...
5 months ago
Hill Country House

Impact - So ..... it all started here, or perhaps I should say.... ended here. With this grand event my life took a different turn and the inspiration ...
7 months ago
Eileen Kathryn Boyd

Fashionably Inspired: Prada and Schiaparelli - I can't say enough how important a role fashion plays into my daily life as designer, artist and mom. My favorite designers constantly serve as inspiratio...
9 months ago
Ragland Hill Social

Anna, ANNA, Anna! - Introducing you to my amazing friend, wife, mama of 3, artist & seriously cool girl! I love her art as much as her spirit. Anna has been painting & cre...
10 months ago