Spaces I'm Loving: Part V

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's vintage furniture and accessories

Spaces that are designed with vintage furniture and accessories have a big place in my heart. Spaces that are designed by Kelly Wearstler have an even bigger place in my heart! The Master Bedroom of Wearstler's home is perfectly decorated with some of the greatest pieces. I am a huge fan of the ceiling fixture, and arm chairs. It's a glamourous space that doesn't feel overly designed. What do you love about this space?

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's staircase

The staircase is very sculptural and by being placed in the center of the space it draws attention. The staircase's middle landing is so cool as it's held by four pillars. The dark wood "pops" against the light walls and floors. What do you love about this space?

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's simple glamour

The Dinning chairs are clean, simple, and elegant. By not having much furniture in the space you can appreciate each piece. The fireplace is a gorgeous color and the clock is the perfect touch. The ceiling light fixture is seven pendants with each pendant attached by a maroon cord to the center, unique and cool! I only wish the cabinet to the left of the space had glass doors, so that you could admire the fine china. What do you love about this space?

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's clean contemporary design

The Friedeberg hand chairs are great statement pieces in this clean contemporary space. The placement of the sofa allows for the perimeter to be fully utilized. The lacquered Fig tree pot and coffee table really "pop" in this space. What do you love about this space?

Moving In: Italian Art Nouveau Villa

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For this week's "Moving In" post I've decided to move in to this brilliant Italian Art Nouveau Villa, located in Brescia, Italy. The six bedroom, seven bathroom home is just the right amount of house! I imagine keeping the interiors more modern, clean, and simple, with a vintage flair and subtle pops of color. (ABOVE) When you pass the gate and drive up the long driveway you're greeted by classic Italian sculptures. Being that we're actually in Italy, I don't mind the classic sculptures. (BELOW 1) The home has a very classic architectural design. I like how the roof overhangs, as well as the unique details at the top, just below the roof. (BELOW 2) The stain glass windows surrounding the entry bring some character to the home. They make the right statement. I'm curious as to what the inscription above the windows states. Can anyone read it? (BELOW 3) To the right of the home is this patio. I like how the greens are growing above. What a great place to entertain, right by the pool. The space could use a little more furnishings. Maybe a sitting area? (BELOW 4) The property has many green areas. The property is well landscaped and features a pool! I'm sold. Would you move in? 

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The Dining Room: (1) Chandelier in Murano Glass from Justine Modern, (2) Tesselated Bone Desk Attributed to Enrique Garcel from Stripe Vintage Modern, (3) Vintage Moroccan Berber Carpet from Art Oriental GmbH, The Living Room: (5) "Cubic" Chandelier Gaetano Sciolari from Modern Drama, (6) Paul McCobb Settee from Converso, (7) Pedro Friedeberg Untitled Painting Signed 6/12

The Casual Look: (1) Peter Pilotto Leena Printed Top, (2) Michael Kors Stretch Shorts, (3) Loeffler Randall Simona Band Sandals, (4) Oliver Peoples Eyewear Afton Photochromic Sunglasses, (5) Hipanema Saint Tropez Bracelet, (6) Marc by Marc Jacobs Natural Selection Alicia Bag, The Formal Look: (7) J.Crew Mia Macramé Dress, (8) Dita Amant Sunglasses, (9) Shourouk Cora Zambia Rainbow Necklace, (10) Plomo Richelle Buckle Pumps

Room Spotlight: Pops of Color

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Jamie Drake's New York City apartment is full of interesting pieces, and pops of vibrant color. Drake states that he wanted his apartment to not only reflect his urban sensibility, but also function a bit like a chic cocktail lounge. Drake's Living Room is my favorite space in the apartment. The dark floors, and off-white walls provide a blank canvas for color, and incredible design finds. The light fixture provides light, but does so without obstructing the view. The fixture is from Artemide. The Friedeberg chair, low chair, and the Drake cocktail coffee table are my favorite pieces in the space. They have that 1960s flair I love. The gold leafed standing lamps add a little bit of shine and glamour. The bookshelves not only provide the space with great storage, but also serve as a room divider. What do you think of the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

Weekly Start Off: No 24

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Happy Tuesday, September 3, 2013, readers! I hope everyone had a fantastic Labor day weekend. Hold up, it's September, wtf!? As much as I look forward to Labor day I'm sort of wondering where my summer went. When I stepped outside my house yesterday, I saw leaves on the ground. Is this normal (lol)! Going to the supermarket I nearly had a heart attack when I saw pumpkins on display. I figured a photograph of the water crashing against the rocks would relax me a bit. Are you ready for fall? 

1. Check out these fore-edge paintings. Fore-edge paintings are basically paintings that are painted on the edge of a book. When the pages are fanned out the image is seen. This technique dates back to the 1600s, pretty cool!

2. Shopbop (love me some Shopbop) just published a collection of top sellers. Look hip and cool with what's going right now. I'm serious ladies, this Philip Lim satchel is an absolute must. It's elegant, modern, and will definitely make a statement for years to come!

3. I love these bronze hand sculptures from artist Bruce Nauman. The human hand is incredible. From sculptures to Pedro Friedeberg chairs, the hand is often used in art. 

--Brendan

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Space's I'm Loving: Part XVIII

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's fresh feel and contemporary pieces

How stunning is this space? The space is designed by HGTV Design Star winner Emily Henderson. The colorful accessories and contemporary furnishings pop against the clean white walls. My favorite pieces in the space are the Warren Platner side table, Friedeberg arm chair, and Benni Ourain rug. The space makes me think of a piece of bubble gum (hehe)! I'm not a huge fan of placing books in the fireplace. Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's mix of modern and traditional furnishings

The modern table, and accessories are simple and clean. The traditional chairs add a pop of color and a different style into the space. The art piece has an Asian-esque flair. I like having a round table in the Dining Room, because it allows for more seating and a better flow. Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's Asian mod feel

This space is awesome. What sets this space apart and gives it its own unique look is the oversized Asian screen. If the furnishings were Asian as well, than the space would not have the same impact. It's that unusual mix of Asian furnishings and 60s mod, that make this space.  Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's funky pieces, and layout

This space has a serious look. However, there are a few pieces that stand out and give this space a more playful feel. The bird side table, oversized art piece to the right, and vase of balloon flowers add that kick this space is screaming for. This space has a great layout, there is so much you can do with it. I'd love to design this space and give it a little BAD flair! Do you like the space? You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Space's I'm Loving: Part IX

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's unique, vibrant, loud, exciting vintage furniture!

Designed by the one and only Jonathan Adler, this condo screams "Happy Chic". My eye is immediately drawn to the Pedro Friedeberg arm chairs. Who doesn't want to sit in a metal palm? The dark wood floors are perfect for this space. They reflect the furniture, it looks as if you're walking on glass. A translucent coffee table with a pleasant pink surprise. The coffee table reminded me of this clutch. If you're one that loves furniture pieces that make a splash in a space, painting the walls a soft white will tone down the intensity! You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's floor to ceiling windows and how the outside views reflect the furniture and accessories.

A space like this screams vacation home! The home rests high above the Los Angeles sky line and has breathtaking views of the city and the tree tops. The interiors reflect this combination. Clean modern furniture represent the city views and different textures and wood furnishings represents the tree top views. Painting the space white was a brilliant idea. The floor to ceiling windows allows the trees to be the color in the space. The outdoors bleed into the space. You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

   

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's dark turquoise cabinetry, and white stone backsplash and countertops.

This kitchen, simply put, has a great vibe. It's the contrast in color, light and dark, and shapes that make it stand out above the rest. Dark turquoise cabinetry in a Kitchen is a huge risk, but when done right the results are tremendous. A white stone backsplash and countertops, pop against the dark floors and cabinets. I can see this Kitchen in a home in the Hamptons. You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.

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Why I Love This Space: I love this space's bright yellow door, and graphic pieces.

I'm sort of in love with yellow this week. Every post thus far this week has had some yellow in it. I guess I just hope spring is reading my blog and will let the sun start heating us up! Designer Miles Redd, designed this Bedroom that plays with elegance and what I'd like to call, fun chic. If you want to have some color in your space, but are scared about painting the whole space or a wall a bright color, then start by painting the doors. Doors are extremely easy to paint over and can make a big difference if painted a cool color. Throughout the space, in the graphic pieces, you'll notice yellow making subtle appearances. You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do.