Emeralds and Artichokes

Hello Monday!!  You were quite busy and eventful!  

I wanted to share some of my favorite photos featuring one of Fall's most fabulous colors.  Emerald, Artichoke, Malachite, Jade, Peacock...anyway you say it, this color packs a punch!

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All in the Details

They say design is in the details and I couldn't agree more.  I love to see spaces with little extra details that are so well thought out they can't help but stand out.   

Love the papered ceiling.

Ash wood stairs and cast stone accent.  Also love the aged metal rails.

Beautiful border on these drapes.

I love a contrasting welt on tailored furniture pieces.

Shutter style doors gives this mudroom some personality.

I die for this lucite drapery rod and rectangular brass rings! L.O.V.E.

Mint green painted trim.

The shapely trimmed shades take center stage in this bedroom - gorge!

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Relaxed Retreat

What does a neutral palette provide a space when it has no color to appeal to the senses?  There is a perfect answer for this question and it is clearly stated in this amazing home on the shores of Lake Martin (featured in Atlanta Homes Magazine).  It begins with the natural wood beams and planks throughout the space, which exudes warmth and comfort.  Add in striking architectural details, and a mix of finishes like metal, jute, stone and linen and you have a well balanced textural story.  All of this, a spectacular lake view and a whole lotta white makes this lake home the most relaxing retreat!  What better way to give your senses a little vacay?!

Photograped by: Erica George Dines

Designed by: Paige Sumblin Schnell

*all images via atlantahomesmag.com

Hiya!  I hope you all had a fabulous weekend!  I am bummed its over.  We actually spent the last 5 days in my home town in South Texas and it was so nice to get to spend so much time with my parents and family.  I love getting to go home and sort of "recharge my battery."  Work has been busy and we have been traveling a bit to see family so it was nice to have a little time to relax and catch up.  

Speaking of catching up, I got myself caught up with all the latest Anthropologie has to offer these days.  I am SO in love with these looks.  These dresses are so chic and I love the bit ethnic edge!

Scarlette Studio Dress

Metallic Tea Dress

Striped & Pleated Mini Dress

Vanga Vintage Kantha Dress

*all images via anthropologie.com

Hello Handsome

As a Designer, my tastes should range far and wide and as I go through photos on my favorite blogs, pinterest, houzz and countless on-line mags, I am typically drawn to the more bright and airy interior photos.  However, I do love a good masculine room.  There is something so sophisticated about a room with minimal decoration, simple but elegant details and rich wood tones.  

*images via Pinterest, Atlanta Home Magazine, Amy Lau Design

In the Deep Blue

What is it about a blue and white room that makes it so fresh, crisp and classic?  Its that easy Ralph Lauren look where its well thought out and planned but effortless at the same time.  I've blogged about this before so you can easily see that it has become one of my all time favorite classic color schemes.

*images via House Beautiful, Pinterest

Boho Beautiful

I like to think that my personal style spans all types, that I am somewhat of a chameleon of sorts.  I find comfort in the traditional, glamour in the modern and giddiness with everything in between.  Although, lately I have come to discover that I may be more of the free spirit deep down.  

Someone recently asked me, "How bohemian are you?" when I said I could see myself in Santa Fe - my answer was 85%.  I find myself more and more drawn to the natural, the eclectic and the story.  The culture behind everything.  Maybe its because I'm getting older or maybe its just because boho is beautiful!

*images via Pinterest, KWID