Saturday, March 31

10 things that rocked my world this week...March 31

1. It's raining here in New York and I have one of my favorite people in the world visiting me, wishing it was sunnier. It makes me reminisce over my time in Florida, oh how I miss the sunshine and painting in my caftan + gold bikini. I had a few of you commission me to paint you "pink sunsets" and it warms my heart to do them. I just love getting in the creative spirit...

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Friday, March 30

Office space of the day...pink, gold and zebra

pops of pink + pretty chandelier + butter leather chair + inspiration board + zebra rug =
domestic bliss
See more of this fabulous home.....

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Thursday, March 29

art + room: Damien Hirst Dots

This afternoon I am making my travel arrangements for High Point Market. Oh yes, its like fashion week for the interior design world here in the US and I am obsessed with it. I have days filled with showroom tours and my main goal is to see the artwork displayed with the interiors. My client's apartment has dark gray walls that are calling out for some color so badly!
What I am loving right now.... Damien Hirst dots artwork...oh yes. It's rocking my world and I kind of want one for the space, like RIGHT now....

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needing. wanting. loving. GOLD LIGHTING

As I am putting the finishing touches on a current project bathroom, I have become obsessed with lighting for the kitchen and bath. I am seriously shopping around like a mad woman for the perfect thing and I honestly am hopelessly in love with GOLD lighting. It's just so beautiful and glamorous and gives such special love to whatever room it sits in...

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Wednesday, March 28

Secret of domestic bliss #64... home office secretaries

 In New York we all know that space is super limited. Especially if you have a home office, you really have to get clever when it comes to space. Lately, I am loving secretary desks. My sweet little studio has room for a desk and I love it but I could really use the vertical space for storage and secretary desks provide so much storage. I am realizing what clever little things they are...

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Tuesday, March 27

Brass Waterfall lamps...

Now that I have used this brass waterfall floor lamp in one of my projects, I am seeing it everywhere. I spotted it in this gorgeous project by Austin design firm...Kimberly Renner.
I love the deep grey walls.

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Sunday, March 25

10 Things that rocked my world this week...March 25

1. My week in Florida was so nice and relaxing. Full of pink, sunshine and the most beautiful sunsets. My final piece of artwork for my client was so so pretty, I fell in love with it. See a behind the scenes peek at my creating process here...

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Saturday, March 24

Office Space of the day... campaigning for gold

amazing campaign desk + brass and lucite accents + big mirror + pretty painting + peacock feather =
domestic bliss
image via redbook magazine

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Friday, March 23

HOME SWEET HOME...new york city terraces.

I love being back in the city. The weather is insanely good and today I am enjoying the comforts of one of the most beautiful terraces. I seriously am wishing I had one in my apartment...

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Thursday, March 22

NEEDING. WANTING. LOVING. BRASS BOOKSHELVES

Inspired by this beautiful photo I knew that a brass bookcase would make the perfect addition to my clients home office. We searched high and low and found this interesting looking one...

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Wednesday, March 21

art + room: OMBRE ART

My client has commissioned me to do a piece of artwork in her home and I couldn't be more excited.    (I adore painting) So, I am in pursuit of amazing pieces of work to inspire my work...this room by Tilton Fenwick just might have done the trick for me. I love this purpleish/pink ombre art piece. Very glamorous with a little bit of edge...
national geographic collection + deep teal lamps + tortishell harmony + studded walls + ombre art =
domestic bliss

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Tuesday, March 20

LIVING IN LONDON...ELLE DECOR APRIL

 Although the sunny skies are incredibly amazing, I do sometimes dream of what it would be like to live in London. Thank God for amazing shelter publications that take us inside the most incredible homes of other countries. This cover of the new Elle Decor seriously stopped me in my tracks.
Deep navy velvet sofa, gray grasscloth walls, that gorgeous ornate gold mirror, and that rug! This London flat is just beyond....

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Monday, March 19

ROOMS THAT ROCK MY WORLD

Honestly, I love me some Dallas bloggers right now. The new digs of the fashionistas Jane Aldrige + her mom Judy. They both shop at one of my favorite girl, Kelly's shop again + again. It is seriously good stuff....

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A FORT LAUDERDALE DECORATING STORY...

My weekend in Fort Lauderdale was super successful. I spent so much time in the vintage & antique stores around here scoring things for my clients pad. Like I told you all before, she is a young + stylish fashion designer and her style I will call, VINTAGE PALM BEACH CHIC...
Her 2 bedroom condo is so bright, think white walls and lots + lots of sunlight. She loves brass and her motto for her home is the more gold, the better. Could it get much better??? 
(Anyone in the S. Florida area need an interior decorator...CALL ME...I LOVE it here.)
I have scored like a winner in Vegas when it comes to her furnishings so I will share with you a few things we found on the first day....

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Sunday, March 18

Style-icious Sunday: Palm Beach Swagger

Shopping down here in Florida is so fabulous! Everything at the stores is full of color and old chinoiserie flair and I am scooping up everything I can get my hands on. The amount of lucite items I have scored is just beyond. total decorista bliss
So, today as I relax and sip lemonade by the pool in my neon bikini, straw hat and sunnies, I relish in the cheery palm beach vibe thats going on in the decor around these places. Majorly FUN! 

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Saturday, March 17

10 things that rocked my world this week...March 17

 
1. I started the week off with a trip to one of my favorite cities ever, San Francisco.  Joyus brought of few of us design bloggers out to their studios for a design competition sponsored by H.D.Buttercuphttp SF. Not only was it an absolute blast, the staff and crew at Joyus were incredible people. I can't wait for you all to see the final projects...

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Friday, March 16

NEW CONTRIBUTOR: Sheena & the city {C.Wonder FUL}

Since I moved to New York 6 months ago, I am inspired daily by commercial interiors. It doesn’t matter whether you are a traditionalist, addicted to sparkle, crazy for geometrics, nuts about deco, or a minimalist who prefers block colors - there is
something for everyone in New York City.
Have you ever walked into a hotel, restaurant, spa or store whose interiors are so gorgeous that you wanted to buy everything, including the light fixtures?  I know I have...

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Decorating 101: Big mirror + fab console

After my amazing trip in San Francisco at the beginning of this week, I have up and headed down to Fort Lauderdale for a brand spanking new client and I am beyond excited about it! Her home is like a big coloring book for me...white walls + fabulously shaped furniture basics. She is a Brazilian/American fashion designer and her life is all about color. I adore her!
My first mission is to get some great vignettes going on in here and that all starts with a big mirror + a fabulous console table...

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Thursday, March 15

office space of the day...black and clear

White walls + Lucite desk + black leather chair + funky lamp + black trimmed shades =
domestic bliss 
image via lonnymag

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Wednesday, March 14

WISE WORDS...

Ira Glass on Storytelling from David Shiyang Liu on Vimeo.

 We all need a little motivational talk every once and a while, especially us creative people. So, when I saw this AMAZING video on this fun blog, I just knew that I wanted to share with you all.
Hope it gives you that mid week pep talk kinda feeling!
xo

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Secret of domestic bliss #62...OVERSIZED ART

I have to admit that things in my world have been a bit hectic. I am in San Francisco right now working on a few exciting things that I will fill you all in on very soon. For today, I want to share with you my current love for oversized things, like really good art! I am currently selecting a few pieces for some clients back on the east coast and San Fran is full of amazing works of art. I love this city and its incredible artsy culture. Big works of art are perfect for the home....

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Monday, March 12

office space of the day...blue is for serenity

This morning as I prepare for a huge week of work I am imagining I work from here...
these icy blue walls are sure to spark some serenity to calm any stressful moments I'm sure.
pretty hues of blue + gorgeous gold pieces + pops of pretty pink + fabulous silk chair =
domestic bliss

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Sunday, March 11

Style-icious Sunday...OUTDOOR ELEGANCE

With warm weather in the air all I can think about is lounging outdoors. I relish in the thought of brunching outside on my patio and sipping my coffee. I often long for my mornings in California and the beautiful fresh air. I plan on making a few trips very soon to some warmer weather so today I will prepare for my outdoor lounging and longingly daydream... 

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Saturday, March 10

10 things that rocked my world this week...March 10

1. I love love love love my job and I am so thankful that I get to spend lots of time shopping for things. I found this super amazing antique gold mirror for a client and it absolutely rocked my world. (too bad during delivery part of the top broke...ahhh. such is the life of decorating)

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Friday, March 9

Passion for Pinterest & Hermes Orange Boxes

So I have been working with one of my clients on a makeover in the bedroom. The clients just feel like they want something new for spring. Things need a change but we don't really want to go out and buy all new pieces for the room so I was putting together a mood board for some ideas when it occurred to me just how FABULOUS pinterest is.  
It is such a powerful decorating tool. I had an idea for getting some orange into the room. I was thinking maybe through boxes and my pinterest totally helped support my case to the client. 
Let me prove to you how orange boxes are awesome...

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DIY weekend decorating idea...

The second I spotted this lavender wall, I was smitten and so in love. How relaxing would a lavender office space be? I have always had an affinity for metallic duct tape (like this one) and thought this little DIY project would be perfect for my readers! I love anything with molding, whether it be faux molding or not. Would you guys be interested in doing something like this? So cute, no?

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Thursday, March 8

Seriously in LOVE with Gabriel...

I literally have not seen design richness like this in a while. I have been awaiting someone new to be inspired by and this Gabriel Hendifar fellow is just knocking my socks off...

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Wednesday, March 7

office space of the day...pretty art city

This office space absolutely screams of new york city. I adore it.
deep walls + antique desk + velvet orange fabric + big black ball + leopard throw + colorful art =
domestic bliss
image via shelter

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Wallcolor Wednesday: A pretty little green room...

After a day of being out in the streets walking around I am just overjoyed that spring weather is finally arriving to the city. It has me dreaming of the most bright and vibrant colors on the walls. Especially the color GREEN...

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Tuesday, March 6

A letter to EVERY GIRL...

If you didn't get a chance to visit the new site THE EVERY GIRL, you must do it now! Recently, two of my sweet blogging friends Alaina and Danielle joined forces to bring a brand new site where us girls can go to be encouraged and inspired! It's incredible.
It was an honor for myself and my little new york studio apartment to be featured this last week on the site. It was quite a humbling experience to read my own interview and take a look at my life from an onlookers perspective....

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Monday, March 5

GET THE LOOK with effortless style

Hi Decorista readers! It's Camila from Effortless Style back to share with you another room that you can recreate in your own home on a budget.
This desk set up from Domino has always been a favorite of mine:
When making a desk area in a room that is multi-tasking as a bedroom or living room it is key to be concise with your design decisions and go with a less is more attitude. Using lucite items that simply disappear and mirrors to reflect light are great examples of how to do this.
If you want to try and recreate the space above here are some items you can pick up:
1. A little greener goes a long way. I always leave a touch of nature in a space. While many would not have room for a full grown plant we all have a little desk space for a small topiary.
2. It's always important to do a variety of lighting in a space. Don't solely rely on your overhead lighting. This desk lamp provides another source of light and it's sleek space will keep things clean.
3. Mirrors open up a space and help bounce light around the room. I love that instead of just mirror the designer went with a pair. This mirror would work nicely to recreate the look.
4. Keep all of your office supplies out of sight in stylish boxes.
5. Our touch of lucite in a desk chair simply blends into the space.
6. A tomato red Moroccan pouf provides a foot rest for you and a pop of color that helps tie the room together.
7. I believe that the main item that makes this room is the amazing dark blue grasscloth wallpaper. Grasscloth can be pricey and applying it can run you even more money, but the impact is amazing. I was lucky enough to find a budget friendly grasscloth and if you apply it yourself you'll save yourself more money.

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Saturday, March 3

10 things that rocked my world this week...March 3

1. I have a new love for Ladies Home Journal Magazine. They are changing things up in house and aiming to be a magazine that inspires women to have great lives. Not just with fashion, beauty and the like but they want to inspire women to feel empowered to share their stories, encourage each other and chase after their dreams. Such a fabulous idea! (me above with Beth the Home features editor...read more about my trip to LHJ here)

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Friday, March 2

office space of the day...mixing things up

I really find this sweet office space to be the kind of place that just nurtures creativity. Can't help but  love this type of decor. It's fabulous!
black and white floor + pink chair + full bookcases + long zebra bench + glass table + chandelier =
domestic bliss
image via here

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Thursday, March 1

wide open loft spaces

Decorating other people's apartments in this city is incredibly fun, but it really makes me want to move to a new space and redecorate everything. Does anybody else ever feel that way? I am just ready to move and take on a whole new project. My lease is up in July but I am already craving some apartment shopping. 
Right now, I am thinking how fun it would be to live in a large and wide open loft space...

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