February 2008 - Page 3 of 6 - Interior Design Inspiration

Westbury Kitchen Island

February 13, 2008/0 Comments/in Kitchen/by Eva

If you have an expansive wrap around kitchen that serves enough space for a casual dining room table, then you might have room for this! Upgrade to a little showpiece where you can still sit and dine if you wish, but also use for a prep area (regular table heights can be straining on your back), and use for much needed storage space as well! I’d like to see your current table do all of that and still look this delightfully handsome at the end of the day. I like the heavy turned-legs, rubbed black finish, and double doors on either side for ease of access. The island on the right has a stainless steel top, which is a fantastic prep surface.

Black or White Lace Tape

February 13, 2008/0 Comments/in Accessories/by Eva

Packaging and gift wrapping just got a whole lot more fun with this 2” wide Lace Tape.

It is available in White or Black, and 50 yards in length for $10 each. For a different look, try this lace profile tape.

Laser Cut Headboard in Espresso

February 12, 2008/0 Comments/in Bedroom/by Eva

Espresso is the new black; it is warmer but still sumptuously dark….like the chocolate I hope to get for Valentine’s Day. I am admiring this Laser Cut Silhouette Headboard in Espresso finish by Brocade Home.

LaBulleKenzo Spa

February 12, 2008/0 Comments/in Hospitality/by Eva

LaBulleKenzo Spa in Paris is self described as an internal adventure. An experience more intimate, more sensory and more emotional. A suspended space, outside the time, where to wander, all the direction in awakening: to the hiding-place of subtle perfumes, of unexpected cares, of new sensations. What a happy place! The brilliant yellow interior of one of the spa’s inner rooms is so bright, it practically vibrates with energy. Mosaic tiles and a mirror ball move little squares of light around the room enveloping the lucky visitor. Yellows are warm and inviting, what a perfect color choice for this boutique spa!

Atlantic Tripod Lamp

February 11, 2008/0 Comments/in Lighting/by Eva

tripod floor lamp

Tripod floor lamps are hot right now; they blend in seamlessly in a converted loft, in an artsy up-town office, or your home library/ den. I love the nickel finish and the overly emphasized industrial feel of theRoyal Master Sealight Floor Lamp from Restoration Hardware

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How To: Effective Lighting

February 11, 2008/0 Comments/in Lighting/by Eva

Every room in your house should have something in common; spectacular lighting! In living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, and kitchens, you should have three types of lighting:General Lighting: This is the general light that highlights the size and use of the room at hand. Pot-lights, ceiling fixtures or even chandeliers may serve in this purpose. Always have your general lighting on a dimmer switch so you may control the ambience, then your dining room table can serve as a craft table or to set the stage for a truly romantic evening.Task Lighting: This type of lighting refers to reading lamps, stair marker lights, under-cabinet lighting, and basically anything that will help you see better for performing a particular task.

Get This Look: French Antoinette Style

February 11, 2008/0 Comments/in Accessories/by Eva

All feminine and elegant with a punch of fun, you can get the look of modern French Rococo style too with these fun picks: Chartros Mahogany Stool and Armchair by Graham and Green, Fleur-de-lis Clock by Dorothy Bells Gift Shop, Rose Chandelier by Poshtots, Antique Gold Finish Wall Mirror by Dorothy Bells Gift Shop, Marie Antoinette Bust by High Museum of Art, Crown Paperweight by Neiman Marcus, Turquoise Chest by Horchow, Candy Colored Glass Pedestals by Urban Outfitters, Pure Silk Taffeta Striped Curtain Panel by Overstock

Cristal D’Arques Champagne Glasses

February 10, 2008/0 Comments/in Dining/by Eva

This is set of four cut crystal champagne glasses come in fiery and flirty hues; Red, Orange, Purple and Bright Pink. If something is exciting enough to celebrate with champagne flutes, why shouldn’t there be bright and vivacious colors to mark the moment? 144ml Champagne Flutes by Cristal d’Arque.

Soap Petals in Antique Style Apothecary Jar

February 10, 2008/0 Comments/in Bath/by Eva

These fragrant petals may look and smell like real flower petals, but are actually individual hand soaps. Fifty delicate soap petals come beautifully packaged in a stylish apothecary jar with antique labels for elegant gift giving. By Gianna Rose Atelier Couture Soaps and Gifts.

Antoinette Fainting Sofa in Aubergine

February 10, 2008/0 Comments/in Seating/by Eva

A Fainting Couch wasn’t commonly referred to as such until the 19^th century when ladies wore corsets so tightly that it often left them breathless to the point where one of these would be quite useful. Poor things, I can imagine them becoming faint and turning purple like the pale cool purple of this Antoinette Fainting Sofa in Aubergine. I, however, would be wearing my comfy jeans watching “Marie Antoinette” by Sophia Coppola as I lounge on this tufted cotton velvet chaise. Look for some French Revolutionary Inspirations tomorrow lovelies.