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Monday, April 2, 2012

Unusual Room Design and Decor Ideas

It's April 2nd, so we are safe after, a day of...surprises.

So here are, with some unexpected, smart room ideas...

Mostly real:

This is creative, fun, and very real; one lucky kid's bedroom paradise:

Smart+original: Living Room...Inside of a computer!

For the devoted Geek, one really could

do something like this in a real home, too...

Real, unexpected, but maybe not real(ly) comfortable?

Beams, boards, and the hanging beads behind the headboard.

A childhood love of LEGO turned into

adult design whimsy.

Cost: $1000.00 to cover this island.

( You might consider paint, instead!)

A Steampunk beauty:

Very real, very interesting idea, but a lot of fish tank maintenance!

For dining/cooking al fresco lovers:

And that's all the Smart, Unusual Design there is?

Nah,

...it's only the beginning...

Happy April 2nd ~

Valerie

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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Romantic, Beautiful, Sexy Bathrooms Part I

There are many ways to spice up your life.

Maybe some bathroom design can do the trick?

After a long day, how nice to be able to escape to one of these rooms:

A fireplace and DeGournay wallpaper!!!

The cost of creating one of these special bathrooms can range from reasonable to ridiculous. But no matter what the budget allows, it's do-able -- and an effort you will appreciate.

Have a great day!

Valerie

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Monday, March 12, 2012

Bedroom Ideas to Copy

Many of our bedrooms could use an update here or there,

or a bit of a change ... and it's so Easy!

From bedframes to bedspreads and pillows, from lampshades to swing-arm lamps and sconces, from paint to rugs, and from artwork to mirrors, it can be done by anyone.

Ideas:

These ideas are not the beginning, and there is no ending

to all of the great ideas out there...stay tuned!

Have a lovely, inspirational day!

Valerie

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Tuesday, January 10, 2012

The warm energy of red is energizing, stimulates appetite, and promotes conversation. After a long, hectic day -- back to the daily "grind" after holidays -- have a glass of wine with your Loved One, bring the kids and Dad in for hot chocolate and a cookie, play some cards or just talk, and enjoy a quiet half hour -- or longer -- of what kitchens are so good at:

Togetherness........

I hope you got some useful ideas regarding red in the kitchen!

Remember>>

Take Time for your family.

If they do not have time for you, Create an Event,

A home movie and popcorn works.

Have day of contentment and love!

Valerie

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Saturday, January 7, 2012

Beautiful Radiator Solutions

Got dem Radiator Blues?

I have seen plenty of hideous radiators, and I've seen some "FAIL" covers on them. Here are some that make any radiator fit into the stylish scheme of the room, even becoming an attractive focal point.

Happily, each of these rooms also just happens to be inspirational on its own.

I especially adore that bathroom in the last image....

Speaking of "Radiators" .... An awesome band called The Radiators retired several months ago after 30 wonderful years of New Orleans-style Rhythm and Blues music....sigh.
But - joy! - The New Orleans Suspects have formed, from members of The Neville Brothers, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, The Radiators, Dr. John, Alan Toussant, Derek Trucks, and Professor Longhair...and they are touring.
This is the real deal: true professionals, a handsome lead singer, exciting, talented..!

Fan-uploaded YouTube video link: here and here

New Orleans Suspects tour schedule: here

Have a Musical, Happy Day!

Valerie

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