Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Wallpaper Magazine fun!

So, I finally gave in and created my own cover for the August issue of Wallpaper magazine!  And by gave in, I should clarify... I spent a ridiculous amount of time trying to figure out exactly what I wanted.   I had so much fun and can't wait for it to arrive!  Here's the result:


So you may find it to be a bit cheesy (or maybe you like it too).  Many little girls, myself included, spend a lot of childhood talking about the perfect man, the perfect family, and the perfect career.  Anyone who knows me well also knows I don't especially love such a traditional idea of life.  Most ladies, myself included again, know that the fairy tale just isn't so and completely for the better!  Happily ever after isn't just for princesses and handsomely toads.  These days, we're all creating our own version of happily ever after.

Well, I've been a little crazed lately thinking about the future and what it means to me (you know, making sure I'm living up to expectations).  I tend to get very caught up in making sure I'm achieving and always progressing forward.  I've always had all these plans for exactly how life should be for me...  haha, and as life teaches most, it has taught me plans may be fun to dream up but rarely do plans make it all the way.  Ups and downs, twists and turns are everywhere.  And that's completely ok. I suppose it is what also keeps things exciting.   So indulge me if you will... and here's to happily ever after!!  

(I think this magazine may lay on my coffee table permanently as a daily reminder that any sort of future can be my happily ever after...)

Monday, May 16, 2011

aaanndd... We're Back!

So life has been moving at a much faster pace these days and my blogging has fallen behind.. and I deeply miss it.  So here's to spring showing up in Boston (hopefully) and me back to sharing things I love.  First up for today, a video directed by Alex Profit entitled Around the World in 2000 Pictures.  It's phenomenal!  If you're itching for an adventure, this just might hold you over until you have the time to actually get away.  Enjoy!


Around the world in 2000 pictures from alex profit on Vimeo.

See more of the artist on his personal site here.  Happy Monday, everyone!

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Interesting...

I really like this video and how he explains his view of the New York Apartment House.  Not to mention the man is brillant!

Monday, April 25, 2011

'ello, lads and ladies!

It's officially Royal Wedding week... at least according to TLC and many other media outlets.  So why not start the week with some inspiration from my favorite UK home magazine, LivingEtc.  The magazine is always filled with colorful images, great design advice, and the trendiest products.  Even better, their blog: Life.Style.etc! Below are some images from their house tours which never fail to impress and inspire!


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Click any of the source links to see more pictures of the homes!



I tried resisting but I have to admit that I'm kind of enamored by the excitement of the royal wedding.  Kate has impeccable style so there are high, high hopes for the wedding dress.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

It's that time again!

With finals approaching quickly, my semester long projects are coming to a close.  I'm going to try to share everything with everyone but it may take a little while to pull it all together.

Just to give you an idea of what I've been up to, here are the project desciptions and what to look forward to:
1.  I am updating a local preschool to be more green for my class, Thinking Green.  Original, huh?  Anyway, it's a fun project and I've enjoyed finding solutions which are better for the little ones' well-beings.  We get to dream big on this one (aka no budget)!

2.  Second, maybe more interesting for everyone, is my residential design class.  As I begin to get ready for presenting, I'll start sharing my inspiration boards for each room (which may have some things you've already seen on here!).  Hopefully they'll be something for everyone to enjoy!

For now, I must finish my art history paper... anyone full of information about Art & Language?

P.S.- Any one have magical powers and want to bring the sun back to Boston?  We've been waiting forever for spring to officially show up...

Dining Room Design Ideas?

Check out the adorable dining rooms in this web video from Livingetc.  They're so cute!  Not to mention the video come with simple yet perfect advice for the updating your space!



Any you'd like to try?

Friday, April 15, 2011

Worthy Wallpaper

Elizabeth, Peacock on Shimmer

I absolutely love this pattern of wallpaper.   Something about it is so appealing yet it isn't overwhelming or stuffy feeling.  It's called Elizabeth and the color is Peacock on Shimmer.    The company that makes it is Madison and Grow and they take wallpaper very seriously.  They handprint all of their products with water based ink and their process is VOC free!  If you're in the market for some wallpaper, check out their site here (even if you're not in the market today, you'll still have fun browsing their site).  It's full of such cute patterns and great color combinations.

More pics below of other colors and designs they make!


Elizabeth, Moonbeam on Cream


Elizabeth, Frosted Heather

Madison, Iced Mocha


Maggie, Shimmering Dune Grass

Michelle, Smoked Bluefish Pate