Bay Of Fires

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These amazing photographs of the Bay of Fires, Australia by Sean Fennessy has me really saddened that summer is coming to an end. I'm definitely going to miss hoping in my car and driving to the shore to soak in some sea and sun. (ABOVE) When I'm on the beach, I love to collect seashells. Each shell is unique, so it's fun to exam each shell's color, and shape. (BELOW 1) Beaches that allow you to go far out and still be able to stand are great. Though I love the strong waves for surfing, the gentle wave and shallow waters are perfect for a relaxing getaway. (BELOW 2) Swimming with the dolphins is at the top of my list when I'm away. Rent yourself some snorkeling gear and swim with the dolphins in the ocean, don't swim with them at a water park as it's a far less enjoyable experience. (BELOW 3) Long walks on the beach are a great relaxer and exercise. Isn't this shot beautiful? No major hotels along the coast, how refreshing! (BELOW 4) This photograph is beautiful. I would love to have a beach home with a view like this! The rocky landscape and clear blue waters are so dreamy! (BELOW 5) This beach home tucked away into the trees is so cute! It's private and easily accessible to the beach. (BELOW 6) Those boulders are huge! I'd love to lay a towel on one of the boulders and just watch the waves come crashing! (BELOW 7) This boulder looks like a sculpture. It's amazing how much natural art is around us. I'm kind of curious as to how it got there? It looks kind of lonely! (BELOW 8) Drawing in the sand is something I used to do as a kid (and still do)! The sand in this photograph looks so clean and soft. No footprints! What do you think of these photographs by Sean Fennessy? 

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Space's I'm Loving: Part XI

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Why I Love This Space: I love that this beach home is not designed like a typical beach home

Interior designer Kelly Wearstler has done it again! A beautiful space, that screams glamour. This beach house is not designed like the typical home on the sea. Whenever you think beach house you think blue walls, glass, and nautical paintings. What Wearstler did in this space is magical. Wood, sand colored furniture, and bamboo lamp shades, are an elegant beach statement. This space feels like a cabin on a ship. The area rug looks soft like the sand. I wish this was my bedroom. 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 laid back elegance

This bedroom is designed like a classic New York City bedroom. Large windows, lots of photographs and minimal color make this space feel chic. I love the cork headboard, it's understated elegance. In a small space like this, a minimalist headboard, does not take away, but makes the space appear taller. The leopard print, gives some visual interest in the space. Without the print the space would be much more boring. Placing photographs on the floor, keeps things looking more laid back. 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 chandelier and vintage pieces

Hello Lindsey Adelman chandelier! This chandelier makes an incredible statement in this space. It ties the whole space together. I prefer placing Adelman's chandelier in space's with tall ceilings. Since the chandelier's are very large, placing them in a space with normal ceilings would overpower the space. I love the vintage table, chairs, placing them in this space, makes the room feel fresh. The area rug sort of reminds me of grass! 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 eclectic mix, it's a space of a traveler

This living area looks like it was designed by a person who loves traveling around the world. The space is eclectic, and each piece has its own style. The two arm chairs are of Asian influence, the paining has a Moroccan flair to it, and the wood bend in front of the doors looks like it's from Thailand. I love this mix. I only wish that the designer had added more furniture and accessories into the space. It's a space with so much potential, a little too minimal for me. You can add as little or as much to your space as you want. Don't follow rules, just do. 

Wear That Space: Wearstler Beach House

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I'm so excited to announce the start of a brand new series! My new series "Wear That Space" takes phenomenal interiors and translates the space into your wardrobe. Our spaces truly reflect the way we dress, the way we feel, so I wanted to capture that in this new series. The first space I'm featuring is designed by none other then Kelly Wearstler. Wearstler uses many graphic art pieces to offset the very simple, neutral color palette of the space. Silver, white, lighter stained floors, all give this space a beach-like quality. What I like about the space is it doesn't scream beach house! One can feel the beach in the house in the details. The fashion reflects the space's artwork, as well as the furniture pieces. The tops were all inspired by the art. The pants and jewelry pieces were inspired by the furniture pieces and the art. The shoes were inspired by the furniture pieces. Many of the pieces can be mixed and matched to create a look. Which piece is your favorite? 

LEFT: (1) Joseph Lydie Snake Print Shirt, (2) Le Garcon Slim Boyfriend Jeans, (3) Eddie Borgo Bear Trap Ring, (4) Boutique 9 Justine Leather Pumps, MIDDLE: (5) Marni Sleeveless Twill T-shirt, (6) Maison Martin Margiela Straight Leg Pants, (7) McQ Alexander McQueen Razor Triple Wrap Bracelet, (8) Alexander Wang Emma Ankle Strap Pumps,  RIGHT: (9) Mary Katrantzou The Boarding Printed Denim Top, (10) Prudence Stretch Crepe Wide Leg Pants, (11) One by Chain Friendship Bracelet, (12) Elizabeth and James Saucy Ankle Cuff Pumps 

Going Modern By The Sea

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Designed by the Vértice Arquitectos in Peru, this modern beach home is set to take in 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean. The way the home is set into the rock is quite remarkable. I find the home to work with the rock, rather then against it. (ABOVE) For example, if you look at the pool to the left, it dips down as to take the shape of the rock. I also find the home's unique shapes and angles to mirror those of the rock it sits upon. (BELOW) I love the white concrete material used to construct the home. It's elegant and allows the home's architecture to be the focal point. What fascinates you about this modern beach home?

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Weekly Start Off: No 21

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Happy Monday, June 24, 2013, readers! I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend. I was able to take some to time this weekend to head down to the Flower District of New York. Walking down the streets and seeing long stretches of shrubs, trees, and flowers is the coolest thing in a city. I'm sort of going crazy over Hydrangeas at the moment. Having them in my home makes me think of the beach, the Hampton's! I need another beach trip (hehe)! Menswear has been gracing the covers of many publications as well as the streets recently. There's something about a well cut pair of pants, and a solid shoe, that looks hot. This men's inspired look has just the right balance of masculine and feminine. 

1. I found these J.Crew pants that have a similar look to the ones above. A classic fit pant is an essential ladies! If you're going for that full out Menswear inspired look than pair the pants with this equipment shirt. It's soft and delicate, yet still has that structure.  

2. Going to the top of a building in New York and looking out is one of the most relaxing things for me. I love this post by Katie Hosmer in which she photographs people looking out at New York. When you look out over New York, you find yourself dreaming, and reflecting.   

3. SSense.com has possibly the best sales for designer clothing, and accessories. I'd definitely take a peak at some of the amazing things they have. I love these Surface to Air silk shorts, and the best part is they're 70% off!   

--Brendan

On The Australian Coast

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I can't tell you how much I'm loving this home. Located in Sydney and designed by architects Rolf Ockert Design is this phenomenal open concept beach front home. The architect wanted to design a home that made the owners feel like they're on vacation everyday. Personally, If I had a house like this I'd have a very difficult time getting any work done! The home is constructed of timber, and concrete, which gives the home a fresh, yet grounded look. The way in which the home is designed takes full advantage of the views and its location. (ABOVE) The front of the house has a modest clean look. The greenish painted concrete and wood sided roof blend into its surroundings. I love the stone pathway. 

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(1) The back of the house is completely different from the front. Gone is the simple modest look of the front, boom! The back of the home is very open using much glass. The outdoors come right into the different areas.  

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(2) The infinite pool is gorgeous. Words cannot describe how wonderful this backyard is. Entertain guests on the grass and set up a few tables or take a nap. I love the different plantings, the landscape feels very natural. 

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(3) The inside of the home uses much wood. The reason the architects decided to not have windows on the side walls at eye level is due to the neighbors close proximity. I love the open concept plan and white kitchen. The space manages to feel like it's located on the beach without trying too hard.

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(4) The main level has a phenomenal ocean front view. I can picture myself cooking in the kitchen, eating at the dining room, or curling up on the couch and soaking in these views. On the right side is the kitchen counters, love how modern yet 70s inspired they are. 

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Moving In: Miami Beach House

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I sort of have an obsession when it comes to water front properties. Maybe it's the fact that I've been a swimmer my whole life. There's just something super relaxing about waking up in the morning to see the water out your window. This gated water front home is an absolute beauty. Located in Miami, the home boasts over 5000 square feet of living space conveniently located to shopping, as well as the beach and restaurants. Could you ask for anything better? (ABOVE) The home is nestled behind a wall of hedges and a gate. I love the larger stone driveway. The home has a Mediterranean flair and has its own unique character.

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(1) From the front lawn the house doesn't look quite as large as it is. The blue shutters add a bit of a kick. The architecture of the home is very California to say the least. I usually like having the garage in the rear of the house, however, I don't mind its place here. 

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(2) The back of the home features a fantastic shaded back deck. The perfect place to entertain guests or just take a nap away from the hot Florida sun. I like how the table blends into its souroundings. 

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(3) The pool is right off the back porch. Take a nap and then dive in. The proximity of the pool to the house gives the home a bit more shade, perfect for those hot days. 

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(4) The back of the home has a wonderful deck and 2nd floor terrace. From the terrace you have an unobstructed view of the water. What I like about the back of the home is the simplicity of the architecture. The back looks designed, but without trying too hard.  

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(5) I love the landscape design of the backyard, however, I just wish the property were bigger. Then again, a larger property would come with a heftier price tag. I like how the palm trees flank the entrance to the boat deck.

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(6) How great is this dock? You can't park an enormous yacht here, but an average size water vehicle will do. I could get use to living here! What do you think of the home? Would you move in?

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Selvika in Norway

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Selvika is a public walkway located in Havoysund, Norway that leads one from the roadside to the beach. The main goal of Selvika is to "single out and magnify the experience of walking down to the roadside" (Arkitekter). (ABOVE 1) Selvika's design is very angular and full of movement. It is not a structure based on hard lines. Selvika causes one to slow down their movement to the beach and soak in the wonderful surroundings. (BELOW 1) Inside the structure one can sit and relax at one of the circular shaped seats. (BELOW 2) Selvika's location in Norway is absolutely breathtaking. The landscape is eerie and gorgeous. From afar, Selvika looks like a structure that belongs on a different planet. Selvika's originality makes it a must-see! What do you think? 

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Weekly Start Off: No 13

Happy Monday, March 11, 2013 readers! I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend! For this week's "Weekly Start Off" post I decided to turn my focus towards architecture. From classic Swedish estates, modern Spanish mansions, to gorgeous French properties, this week I'm featuring a diverse selection of properties. Which property is your favorite?

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1. Built in Switzerland in the 1970s, this classic home has many classic elements. What I love about this property is both the simple landscaping, ivy, and roof. Even though this home was built in the 1970s it manages to look like it was built in the 1920s. I like that the home is not extremely tall, it blends into its surroundings much better. A great new look for an afternoon sitting in this Swedish backyard. 

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 2. A modern home located in Spain! The wall of windows and glass railings allow lots of natural light to pass into the home. In addition, one has unobstructed views of the sea. The landscape is minimal as to complement the architecture of the home. The architecture of the home reminds me of a ship at sea. The larger first floor terrace has a pool! A great new look for an afternoon sitting by the pool and looking at the ocean.   

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3. A wonderful home located in Paris! The home is located in the 16th arrondissement. The property features a large garden and open terraces, a two car garage and four floors. The architecture is classic French. I love the mansard style roof. The outdoor space's are wonderfully landscaped. How gorgeous are the sculptures? Being that the property is located in Paris, such a wonderful outdoor space is a dime in the rough! A great new look for an afternoon walking though Paris. 

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4. Located behind a fantastic iron gate in Palm Beach, Florida is this sophisticated mansion. The home was built in 2008 and has many modern day amenities. I love the three large iron detailed front doors. Once you pass through the iron gates you are greeted by a center motor court. The motor court is done with large stone tiles, between the tiles is grass. Tall green hedges, hide the stone fence. A great new look for an afternoon in Palm Beach, Florida, relaxing in this home.