Sunday Design: Don't Push Me !

There is risk in everything ... Like any good design, it's all about balance.

Mothers always worry about their young...

Have a great week!

~Valerie






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The Joy of ... M A P S

Detail of 1688 Coronelli Map of America via

Maps are beautiful and versatile... Great, then, for interior design! There are so many different styles, from ancient, antique, to rustic, to traditional, to modern.  Some -- not even close to all --  of that design flexibility 

is shown here:

I am curious to know what Australians think
of this particular map arrangement...hmmm...

I just LOVE all of these maps, used in every room, in many ways.

When in doubt, go for a MAP -- or MAPS!

Have a great day and stay on course!

xo

Valerie

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Repins: Rhyme or Reason?

Do you know Pinterest? 

It is highly addictive, extremely easy to use, and so much fun!

I haven't figured out why some of my absolute DREAM favorites get ignored while others that I find to be simply nice are wildly popular. Figuring out what Other people might like is a science that hurts my brain to think about. So I'll just show you what people are really liking: 

I get repins on these first two every single day

 Anyone who repins this  finds that it gets more and more repins...viral.

And then  certain Bedrooms seem popular--

"Now THAT is Industrial"

Re-purpose those old bottles!

And now I must continue my addiction to pinning....

All images were, of course, via my Pinterest boards.

  I pin a LOT, so there is LOTS to see. There is some amazing stuff...check it out!

xo

Valerie

Windows that Make the Room

An  Opinionated and Happy Look at  Windows

The following characteristics make such GORGEOUS windows:

Huge Panes

Made of Metal

Often Casement

Factory style

Industrial

With Latches

Love:

A Huge Favorite!

Charming:

Casement! Gold hardware! Lovely!

Another Favorite:

And Another Favorite:

Oh my, Another Favorite and look at the cat! :

Perfect for views to wake up to!

Ah, yes, love those casements...

Industrial Luxury! All because of those great windows:

Oh I love this room. The windows are like the icing ON THE CAKE.

MORE windows? Yes!  From just-discovered  Summerour Architects.  Ain't it Grand!

SHARP intake of breath...and slow exhale... beautiful

                            The windows reveal a lush expanse of garden, trees, and sky...

Hard to pick a favorite, but I'm asking you anyway: Which is(are) your favorite(s) ?


Have a Happy Day!


xo
Valerie





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