tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9379413792063451632024-03-12T20:00:47.953-04:00Willow DecorWillow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.comBlogger256125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-53206436500696327862017-07-22T17:06:00.003-04:002017-08-02T16:49:33.384-04:00Our Next Chapter - Introducing Stone Ridge Cottage<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My youngest child is heading off to college and in a few weeks, so Dave and I will officially be empty-nesters.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As most of you who have already seen their children go out into the world, you know the moment is bittersweet. We decided the time was right to move permanently to our beach house. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have grown to love the people and the area; and know it's the perfect place to start our next chapter.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In one of life's wonderful coincidences, our neighbors decided they also were ready to start a new chapter and offered to sell their house to us. Just one moment on their porch and we knew it would be our next home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We purchased their "virtually untouched" turn of the century shingle style beach house. It sits up on a rather large plot of land, with several outbuildings.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This was exciting for Dave who always longed for the joys that come with a large property. The home also needed a lot of renovation which was an exciting project for me.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">"Stone Ridge" was designed by architect, Ernest Boyden and completed in the mid 1890's. The previous owners, whose family had owned it for over 85 years, left us a bag full of original blueprints which have been helpful in understanding the way in which the house was originally imagined.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span>During the turn of the century Annisquam was a popular summer enclave for families. At that time there were road names but not house numbers, as each home was very distinctive and identified by name. "Stone Ridge", was named by owners, Otis and Emily Shepard. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We believe they chose "Stone Ridge" because the house sits up very high on a large, rock outcropping and ridge. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The porches are nearly 65 feet above sea level. We often have to look down to see the birds flying! This affords us the most spectacular views of the Annisquam river and lighthouse.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Like most classically designed shingle-style homes Stone Ridge is wrapped on three sides by covered porches The south porch looks over the Annisquam Pasture and down river toward Wingaersheek Beach, the north porch looks up the coast tow</span><span style="font-size: large;">rd Crane's Beach and Hampton, NH.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The West porch looks out toward the Annisquam lighthouse where we enjoy spectacular sunsets. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Work has been underway since early Spring with landscape architects, builders and craftsmen who share our vision and who are committed to return this beautiful home to its original grandeur. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's been so busy to blog routinely, but you can follow the day to day work on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stoneridgecottage/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stoneridgecottage/" target="_blank">StoneRidgeCottage</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I hope you will join me on my next journey. There is so much left to do - kitchen, baths, porches, landscaping. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So many areas to improve and make our own. The top photo is the before and the bottom is just the beginning of the exterior improvements- we've got a long way to go.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's to our next chapter- and here's to bringing Stone Ridge back to life! I hope you will come along.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">PS - We also got a new puppy, Cosmo!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's good to be back!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">xox Gina</span> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">There is nothing more striking than using it as an accent in the kitchen. One of my all time favorites is this design from <a href="http://www.newravenna.com/" target="_blank">New Ravenna Mosaics</a>. I am planning on using something very similar in a kitchen renovation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">New Ravenna is design eye candy. Their designs are breathtaking to say the least. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a close up of the intricate tile work, created by master craftsman and artists. Isn't it amazing? It is truly a work of art. And because the design is so traditional and beautiful I am quite sure I wold never tire of it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Although I am more of a traditionalist, I am also enamored with the photo above I found on Pinterest. I love the modern design of the tile, which becomes the focal point and artwork in this kitchen. I love how different tiles are mixed to create a very striking result. Beautiful, but over time I think I would tire of it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I am more inclined to stay with a classic or neutral palette. This gorgeous backsplash, also a creation of New Ravenna, is breathtaking and very neutral, which I prefer. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Tile can be a big expense and a more permanent part of a renovation, so I like to choose more timeless designs</span><span style="font-size: large;">. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This design would never grow old or dated. It is stunning.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But my heart remains with the more serene styles. This particular one is a favorite for more modern applications.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Here is a close up, notice how translucent the tile is; it almost glows. I hope you love these inspiration photos as much I do. To see many more stunning tile applications from New Ravenna, including many beautiful baths and floors click <a href="http://www.newravenna.com/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wishing you all a wonderful New Year, and looking forward to sharing the year ahead with you!</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;"> Time has raced by and I'm happy to be back to blogging! We finished renovating the beach house and spent the summer enjoying the ocean and the beauty of Cape Ann. </span></div>
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I will post photos of the transformation in the coming weeks. But until then, above is a photo of the Annisquam Lighthouse at sunset that we took on our last night at the beach. Wasn't the sky amazing? </div>
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Here is a photo of the house with the new roof and all the new windows installed. The roof lines are all rounded and curved, which is difficult to do. I am so glad we found a master roofer to take that challenge on. We have done so much to update it - I will give you a tour when I get back up there and take some proper photos. For now I wanted to share with you a new project I am working on.</div>
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I am designing a new fireplace surround for a ski house in Colorado. It is a renovation project of 1970's townhouse with very boxy rooms and almost no architectural detail. The furniture is going to be modern, but I want introduce some rustic design elements. The current fireplace is gas and we will be replacing it with a new gas model. We love the look of the fireplace above. I have been searching for old barn board and corbels. We love the whitewash of the wood. The hearth looks to be stone or copper and is rounded. We decided to start with this as our inspiration.</div>
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Here is another shot of the same fireplace surround. This photo is from the Serena and Lily catalogue. In fact, their current holiday catalog also has another wonderful shot of this fireplace. Here you can see a closer view of the hearth. I love the roughness of the wood and the texture it adds to an otherwise plain room.</div>
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I found this fireplace on Pinterest. Sorry for the photo quality, but I included it because the surround has a very similar feeling.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Another example from Pinterest, but this fireplace doesn't have the heavy corbels on either side. I think it may be better scaled for my project. I do like the natural, aged color of the barn wood. Again, you can see how much architectural interest it brings to the room. Also from a cost perspective, I am able to find relatively inexpensive wood in the barns of New England. My finish carpenter is so talented and has assured me it can easily be recreated. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /><span style="font-size: small;">When searching for wood for the project I hope to find some interesting doors. I like these above - but they are not exactly right. I may have to design them myself out of the barn wood scraps. Either way, it's an exciting project and I am thrilled to begin the process.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">It's wonderful to be back blogging. I have missed hearing from you all and I do hope you stop by and let me know how you have been. I've been keeping up with my favorite blogs, and of course, like everyone else, spending too many late nights on Pinterest. Please feel free to follow me there, I have so many fabulous inspiration folders. You'll also be able to view some of the projects I worked on while I was gone! </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Hope you are enjoying the fall!!</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">xoxo Gina</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(all photos property of Willow Decor, unless specified, and are not to be copied or used without permission - all other photos from Pinterest)</span></td></tr>
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Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-85978557317573064132013-06-11T13:30:00.000-04:002013-06-11T11:42:30.372-04:00New Kitchens by William Hefner & Christopher Peacock<div align="center">
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<span style="font-size: medium;">I just love the pure beauty and artistic simplicity of William Hefner’s kitchen designs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">If you are not familiar with William Hefner, he is a wonderful architect from California. He designs beautiful homes, but his kitchens rank high on the inspiration scale for me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Although not practical for the snowy northeast winters, I adore his use of steel windows and his streamlined aesthetic which is both sophisticated and beautiful.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">He has just published a gorgeous new book <strong>California Homes.</strong> William Hefner also has sent me a copy to giveaway to a lucky Willow Décor reader. As always, just leave a comment. Or as you know, current subscribers and followers are automatically entered to win. You can order a copy of <strong>California Homes</strong> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/California-Homes-Studio-William-Architects/dp/1864704276/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370624947&sr=8-1&keywords=william+hefner">HERE</a>. Or visit his website <a href="http://www.williamhefner.com/#contact">HERE</a> for even more inspiration.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">In other exciting news, Christopher Peacock inspires us once again with his stunning new kitchens on display in his fabulous new 5000 square foot showroom in the D&D building in New York City.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">The new showroom is breathtaking and Peacock has really created something special. Every cabinet, stove hood, and drawer pull reflect his outstanding quality and flawless design.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">It is glorious inspiration at every turn. Notice the beautiful curved cabinet and the butcher block integrated in to the center island.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">The showroom is not limited to kitchens, he has other wonderful installations including a library, bar area, dining room and a terrace. Though they wouldn’t disclose the cost of the new showroom, its clear that no expense has been spared!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">To see more of Christopher Peacock’s latest designs click <a href="http://www.peacockhome.com/">HERE</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Finally congratulations to “Yoga Girl” for winning the Magni Giveaway – please email me your shipping address</span>. </div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(all photos used with permission. Content copyrighted and not be used with our permission from Willow Décor)</span></div>
Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-78500277635465822942013-05-05T06:30:00.000-04:002013-05-05T06:51:08.421-04:00Modern, Magni & a Giveaway!!<div align="center">
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Work at my Beach House is nearly complete and we will be moving in by the end of May. I have decided to take a more modern approach to the furniture there. With ocean views from almost every room, I find myself drawn to the more simple lines of modern furniture in neutral tones. I have drawn inspiration from many places including Helene Forbes Hennie whose work is pictured above. I have ordered some lovely chairs, a bit more boxy, but similar to the ones above and I am still searching for the right sofas. I want to live in the space first so I can choose just the right furniture for us – so for now the house will be a bit of a mish mash while I edit and change up the things I kept from our old house. <br />
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Another source of inspiration has been the work of designer, James Magni. I adore his peaceful interiors. They are just stunning. <br />
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Of course I have no budget to change the kitchen of the beach house, but if I could, this is one kitchen I would use for inspiration. So simple and beautiful. <br />
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And although my family usually uses the outdoor shower at the beach, this bath is just dream. You really feel like you are outside. It is so very Zen!!<br />
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James Magni has a beautiful new book, <em>Magni Modernism</em>. The interiors are warm, inviting and outstandingly gorgeous in their restraint and simplicity. Page after page is filled with stunning examples of his beautiful work.<br />
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Willow Décor was lucky enough to receive a copy of his book to share with our readers. Just visit James Magni’s wonderful website <a href="http://www.magnidesign.com/">HERE</a> and enjoy his work, come back and leave a comment about what inspired you. I will contact the winner by email on May 18. If you just can’t wait, you can order the book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Magni-Modernism-James/dp/1419706713">HERE</a>. <br />
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A special thank you to James Magni for the Giveaway - Check out his work and I know you will be as inspired as I am!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(All content property of Willow Décor and not to be used with out permission. Photo 1 – Slettvoll, All other photos – Architectural Digest/James Magni)</span></div>
Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-60379657898989536792013-03-24T18:00:00.000-04:002013-03-24T18:25:58.416-04:00Architectural Digest Home Design Show & My Beach House Update<div align="center">
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Been so busy these last few months but so excited to get back to blogging and let you know all about some new trends that I have been tracking. Just back from the Architectural Digest Home Design Show in New York on Thursday – what a great show! It’s fantastic to see AD showcase new, small boutique companies and emerging artists!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">We saw some really awesome products. One thing we saw a lot of was wood, wood and more wood. Wood used as wall applications, beautiful floors designs, cabinets, etc. We saw a lot of barn wood and repurposed old wood, both stained, painted and distressed. This was very interesting to me as I have just used 100 year old barn wood in my son’s room at the beach house (see below). One of my favorite new products that caught my eye is from a company called Moonish. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">These are marine grade plywood 6x6 tiles that are sold by the square foot. They have four magnetic backing tabs. You apply a receiving magnet to the wall and just stick the tiles on! They are held magnetically. Get tired of them or need a change? Simply lift off and voilà no more tiles. These are great for apartment dwellers, as well as those of you who move around and may want to take these lovely beauties with you. For the DIY crowd I thought we could do so much with them – back an old cabinet, make a pretty mirror – check out Moonish tiles <a href="http://www.moonishco.com/">HERE</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">We saw lots of Mid Century furniture styles and lines; and some great new artists creating lovely contemporary pieces. I adored the lines and the finishes from WUD Furniture Design. Here are some of their custom built ins as seen above and below. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Their tables were beautiful but so hard to photograph, best to go to their website to see them. But what was most impressive was their furniture tops. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">They use copper, zinc and rolled steel. They encase it in a hard resin, so it is impervious to scratching and stains. And if you think the resin makes it plastic looking, think again. These tops have an incredible true patina which I had difficulty photographing. Check out WUD Furniture <a href="http://wudfurniture.com/">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8yV8IS235Oo/UU3kTuQjDXI/AAAAAAAAIBo/GMtdJchtw8c/s1600-h/Oborain2%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size: medium;"><img alt="Oborain2" border="0" height="416" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Fzc6AwjmSBM/UU3kUAia1UI/AAAAAAAAIBw/-9lEkmCWKVE/Oborain2_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-width: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="Oborain2" width="504" /></span></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Also saw many companies trying to bring the luxury of the indoors – outside. The West Coast is famously successful at creating gorgeous outdoor living spaces, but here on the East Coast our climate is not as forgiving. I just loved this well constructed, bamboo and cedar pre fab outdoor shower. Made by a small Massachusetts company called OboRain, it will withstand the New England winters</span><span style="font-size: medium;">. It comes shipped flat packed and is easily assembled. The design was minimalist and beautiful. You can see many other styles at OboRain </span><a href="http://www.oborain.com/oborain-catalog?hsCtaTracking=53c7c3ab-f5e4-4c39-93d4-85037bb3c4b9%7Cc3fb068a-25fe-4aa9-8e5b-65c0519bb241"><span style="font-size: medium;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size: medium;">. </span></div>
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<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-D-uXsPc4Teo/UU3kUfGoZMI/AAAAAAAAIB4/fpJtwiqLeqY/s1600-h/SUn%252520Valley%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size: medium;"><img alt="SUn Valley" border="0" height="358" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-PRVALZc1AfQ/UU3kUzsiv7I/AAAAAAAAICA/zPUkQjcKzS8/SUn%252520Valley_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-width: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="SUn Valley" width="504" /></span></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Also discovered a “new to me” hardware manufacturer, Sun Valley Bronze. Similar to Rocky Mountain Hardware, but with exquisite patinas and styles both for the “mountain” and the “city”.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">This is an example of their beautiful finishes, but do check out their website to see some extraordinary products – Sun Valley Bronze <a href="http://www.sunvalleybronze.com/home">HERE</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Now on to the Beach House… It has been a busy few months. We have been re- plastering almost every wall and adding tons of period style trim work and beadboard through out the entire house. We also replaced several windows, which helped expand the ocean views. We also changed out a slider to windows, which helped enhance and correct the flow of the interior.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6KhowG-WUCs/UU3kVwwv86I/AAAAAAAAICY/hT5xYu_O60A/s1600-h/Beach%252520exterior%252520Before%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Beach exterior Before" border="0" height="331" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-TgL1v0X69xc/UU3kWEIKWAI/AAAAAAAAICg/-kv8JfHScjo/Beach%252520exterior%252520Before_thumb%25255B13%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-width: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="Beach exterior Before" width="504" /></a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Here is a Before photo of the five unit contemporary window that was installed in the front of the house several years ago. I felt it distracted from the period style of the house.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">And here is the After – still waiting to finish the outside trim work (will it ever stop snowing here?!) Notice the new windows are 6 over 1 (mullions) and more appropriate in keeping with the 1920’s shingle style.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Another peek - Here is the upstairs hallway before we added all new trim work and detailing. The plaster, though not really visible in this photo was in need of repair. Notice the bead molding that runs along entire ceiling length on the right. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Here is the After - New plaster was applied to repair and highlight the beautiful crisp angles of the space. Beadboard and trim were added to accentuate the great architecture and visually bring your eye up to create the illusion of a higher ceiling. The Farrow and Ball paints are stunning and reflect the light beautifully. The trim is Pointing and the walls and ceiling are Borrowed Light. Floors still need to be refinished and new lighting fixtures need to be installed, but we are getting close.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-DRvHtrWpgn4/UU3kZrX8PpI/AAAAAAAAIDc/bi-q-QPKdEI/s1600-h/Beach%252520Bedroom%252520Before%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Beach Bedroom Before" border="0" height="335" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bJU2UGrS8Fs/UU3kZ2ToOaI/AAAAAAAAIDk/ZpXFc2mlqSw/Beach%252520Bedroom%252520Before_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-width: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="Beach Bedroom Before" width="504" /></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Finally here is a peek at the new wall treatment in my son’s room, above is the Before photo.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"> 100 year old barn board from Vermont was added to two walls and the other two walls will be painted a driftwood gray. The wood adds the most awesome back drop! Keep tuned in because I will be enhancing the wall with a “really cool” (according to my son) treatment. It’s going to be great! I will post about it very soon.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">I am just excited to be back to blogging. Been missing you all and now that things are slowing down to a more manageable pace we can all reconnect!! Hope you have been doing well and I would love to hear from you! Have a great weekend!!! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">xoxo Gina</span></div>
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Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-87315681990934691982012-10-15T17:00:00.000-04:002012-10-15T17:09:35.026-04:00Where I’ve Been and Where I’m Going!!!<div align="center">
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<span style="font-size: small;">It’s been so long since I’ve posted. Thank you to everyone who has emailed me enquiring if I am okay and well. Yes, I am fine, just been busy with my family, my design clients and …….a new beach house!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Summer was outstanding! Africa was beyond amazing! Dave had a fabulous birthday trip and checked one off his Bucket List! </span><span style="font-size: small;">Here is a photo of us in Cape Town! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">And here is the dining room of the gorgeous Cape Grace Hotel. I hope to do another specific post in the future of all the amazing things we saw and encountered, but suffice to say it really was a trip of lifetime.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Zambia was also incredible – each day was an adventure in every sense of the word.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The Singita Ebony Lodge in Sabi Sands was like a dream. I have never in my life encountered a more spectacular place. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The people, the landscape, the animals, the places we stayed were incredible. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">I have been touched by Africa </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">and we all agreed that we returned home changed by our experiences. Memories to last a lifetime.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">When we got back I fulfilled something on my own Bucket List – I was in the Annisquam summer musical –The Wizard of Oz. I was the Wicked Witch of the West! Ha, ha – so funny, right?! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">I shared the stage with my son, niece and nephew and my sweet sister, who was backstage supporting me and the rest of the cast. What fun we all had! More memories to last a lifetime!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">At the end of the summer we sold our lovely, beach house and bought another house three doors away; closer to the ocean and the lighthouse. </span><span style="font-size: small;">It’s a 1920’s shingle style and over the next six months we will be renovating it and making it ours. Meanwhile, I have been busy with my design clients, my family and the children’s school. I admire the Bloggers who masterfully balance it all (but I just keep falling over)!! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(sunset on the Zambezi River, Zambia)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">For the next few months, I will not be posting often. Please forgive the blogging break and my inevitable, erratic future posts, but things have gotten so busy and I can’t commit the hours to the computer that I used to. If you want to follow my crazy schedule it would be best to subscribe to Willow Décor via email. My posts will go directly to your email, so you won’t miss anything. Also, to all my dear readers, please let me know how YOU are doing! I so enjoy your emails and comments – I read and try to reply to every one!! (Thank you menopause, for keeping me awake from 2 am at 4 am, I get all my emails done!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Victoria Falls – Zambia)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">So until I can keep all the balls in the air at the same time, I will try to keep dodging the ones falling on my head. Know I will be back, and until then I am wishing you lots of happiness and beautiful spaces.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">xox- Gina</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(all photos and content property of Willow Decor and not to be copied with out permission)</span></div>
Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-10463976715674358942012-05-23T21:58:00.000-04:002013-05-04T04:57:50.552-04:00My Bucket List Trip<div align="center">
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This year is my husband’s 50th Birthday and also our 20th Wedding Anniversary – so much to celebrate! Because it’s Dave’s big year he wanted to take a Bucket List Trip – for my international readers a Bucket List is a list of things you want to do before you die; a once in a lifetime excursion! We have rarely traveled without our children and this trip is no exception. I have been planning it for months and months and so excited to share it with you. Later this summer where are we off to……..AFRICA!!!</div>
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Our first stop will be gorgeous Cape Town, South Africa. We will be staying at the beautiful Cape Grace Hotel on the Victoria and Alfred waterfront. This photo also shows the spectacular Table Mountain in the distance. </div>
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You may be familiar with the Cape Grace Hotel. It’s been recently remodeled by the fabulous South African Designer, Kathi Weixelbaumer. </div>
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She used local hand painted fabrics created by the artists at African Sketchbook as wall coverings, drapes and upholstery to depict the story and history of Cape Town. You can read more about the beautiful Cape Grace Hotel and the décor <a href="http://cotedetexas.blogspot.com/2010/01/cape-towns-cape-guest.html"><span style="color: blue;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a> in a wonderful post by Joni of Cote De Texas</div>
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The fabrics are extraordinary. Here is another room done by Kathi Weixelbaumer that highlights the beautiful fabrics.</div>
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I will be meeting with the African Sketchbook folks and we will be touring the wonderful factory/studio to see how all the fabrics come to life. You see each fabric is hand painted and is a perfect work of art!</div>
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We will take in all the sites of Cape Town and the surrounding wine country. </div>
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And of course visit the Nelson Mandela Gateway and Robben Island Museum. What a great education for the kids. Then we are on to Zambia!!</div>
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We will be visiting Victoria Falls, one of the seven wonders of the world. (and I thought Niagara Falls was big!)</div>
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Then off the Sanctuary Sussi and Chuma Lodge along the edges of the Zambezi River. </div>
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Apparently we shouldn’t be surprised if a herd of elephants come up on our deck and drink out of our pool!</div>
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We will also spend time at the Nakatindi Village and Community School. We can't wait to meet some of the local children.</div>
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Then we are headed back to South Africa and Kruger National Park to go on safari to see the big 5 - elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo!</div>
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We will be staying in Sabi Sands, the center of the Kruger National Park at the Singita Ebony Lodge. </div>
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The lodge is lit entirely by gas lanterns, so you really get the “Out of Africa” experience.</div>
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The lodge looks spectacular. You can take your meals indoors in the “library” or</div>
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on your private veranda over looking the River…</div>
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or outdoors in the “Boma”. I’ll let you know which is best.</div>
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Of course I am a bit of a worrier – the tiny planes to get there are freaking me out. And what if the kids get malaria or are attacked by lions? I know I’m thinking crazy thoughts, but you know how mothers can be. </div>
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Still, we are all excited and looking forward to a life changing experience! We will have many evenings to celebrate Dave’s 50th and our 20th Wedding Anniversary. I am sure I will find inspiration at every turn. I will be sketching and writing notes the entire time. I can’t wait to show you all my photos! If any readers have been, I would love to hear about your experiences before we go!!<br />
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Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com36tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-65519861787097628252012-04-30T11:12:00.000-04:002012-04-30T11:14:56.303-04:00Thibaut’s Furniture Launch at High Point & Giveaway Winner!<div align="center">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">One of the most exciting new product launches at Market in High Point was the new furniture line by fabric and wallpaper company, Thibaut. The designs are young and fresh; and scaled perfectly for smaller rooms, which are so common here in Boston.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Pronounced TEE-BO, many of you are probably familiar with their beautiful fabric and wall coverings, like this lovely blue above.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Or this wonderful botanical floral – I love the Swedish feeling it has. Thibaut also has gorgeous complimentary fabrics as well. Notice the matching fabric on the seat cushion above.</span></div>
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<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-dEjFWzACGLc/T53zwc5JM5I/AAAAAAAAHxk/iCANhbS5txU/s1600-h/Image.jpg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><img alt="Cambridge Chair - Huntley Herringbone Cream - 7724–C33 - Thibaut Fine Furniture" border="0" height="762" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-99UVvB6frNY/T53zw2JXMhI/AAAAAAAAHxs/6n26sPuupAc/Image.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="Cambridge Chair - Huntley Herringbone Cream - 7724–C33 - Thibaut Fine Furniture" width="604" /></span></a></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In the past if you wanted to cover a sofa or chair, COM was your only option, so the addition of several new furniture pieces was a perfect marriage! Now walls and upholstery can easily coordinate and be available under one umbrella!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">There are many wonderful new pieces. Several at Market were upholstered in bright, vibrant prints like this wonderful chair, the Brentwood. Above is it shown skirted, but in the first photo you can see it is shown with bamboo style legs. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">They also showed several pieces in more neutral fabrics so you could see the beautiful lines of the furniture like this wonderful tufted ottoman. I also loved the additions of casters on many of the pieces. Thibaut’s styles are classic with a young, fresh twist!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Another favorite was the Kendall sofa – again I liked simple lines, the tufting and the casters. Notice the beautiful Thibaut wall covering on the walls. Isn’t this vignette lovely?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I think my favorite chair is the Montclair. I especially love it upholstered in the Helix Grey fabric. It has such beautiful lines. See how well the fabric matches up from cushion to frame – this is called matching and Thibaut does what is called a 4 way match (only the best upholsterers do a 4 way match) And it was so comfortable, with spring down cushions and real hardwood frames – very high quality inside and out!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Look at these Palisades Dining Chairs – another example of youthful and classic at the same time!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">The Preston Ottoman could really go just about anywhere! Don’t you love the fun fabric and bamboo style legs? </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">My dear friend, Architect and Designer, Linda Banks, has one of the largest displays of Thibaut in the area. She is opening a larger, more fabulous <em>Simply Home Store</em> in Portland, ME – but more about that in a future post. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You can reach Linda Banks<span style="color: #4f81bd;"> </span><a href="http://www.banksdesignassociates.com/home.htm"><span style="color: #4f81bd;">HERE</span></a> and <em>Simply Home </em><a href="http://www.simplyhomepage.com/home.htm"><span style="color: #2f79c5;">HERE</span></a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You can see all the new pieces in the Thibaut line by clicking <a href="http://www.thibautdesign.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">HERE</span></a></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I love this classic, young and hip line from Thibaut, but I’m anxious to hear what you think!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Finally, congratulations to our Segreto Book Winner, Vicki Bonne Amie – please send your address to <a href="mailto:willowdecormail@gmail.com">willowdecormail@gmail.com</a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(all content property of Willow Décor and not to be used without permission. Photos by Thibaut, used with permission)</span></div>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com30Wellesley, MA 02481, USA42.3093812 -71.281481642.2624107 -71.3604456 42.3563517 -71.202517600000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-11477304215372308922012-04-24T14:00:00.000-04:002012-04-24T14:01:19.782-04:00Back From High Point Market with the Trends!!!<div align="center">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I had such a blast at High Point Market this week! There was so much to see and so many great people to connect and reconnect with !! Over the next few days I will go into more detail about the people I was with, but for now I wanted share some of the major trends I noticed.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1. <strong>COLOR!!</strong> Yay!! Color is back! Of course Tangerine Tango was prominently featured but more interesting was the pairing of both green and gray blue with it. I adored the gray blue upholstery with the Tangerine – It was more my style – a bit conservative but with a fresh and exciting pop of color. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Although the Restoration Hardware look was still around, all the manufacturers were showing color. Now don’t panic, if you have just committed to a neutral palette, new pillows are an inexpensive way to add some quick pops – but color is back, so in the next few months we will look at ways to re-introduce more color to your home.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">(However, you will see most of my upholstery photos are grays, whites and beiges. I still prefer more neutral upholstery that can be refreshed with new pillows each season)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">2. <strong>Belgian Lines</strong> – We still saw many upholstered pieces with Belgian lines. Think narrow arms, straight lines and one solid seat cushion. Lee Industries and Verellen had some beautiful and extremely comfortable examples. I have actually been planning to write a post on “sofas with one solid seat cushion” for a while now – One seat cushion is my preferred configuration – I am so glad to see so many options. I love the sleek, almost modern lines.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">3. <strong>Textured Fabrics and Velvets on Upholstery</strong> – In gray, beige and blue palettes. Lots of velvets, chenilles and textured linens. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I love all the nubby fabrics and the lush texture of velvet. Again we saw this in many of the larger upholstery showrooms.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">4. <strong>Nail Head Trim</strong> – I couldn’t believe how many pieces were sporting nail head detailing.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">5. <strong>Tufting</strong> – though not as prevalent, there was definitely a lot of tufted pieces – I love tufted upholstery – it is classic. Also notice the flange trim detail on the chairs above. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Anxious to see the photos from other bloggers, because there was so much that I didn’t see – just not enough time!! Check out <a href="http://pinterest.com/HighPointMarket/tobi-fairley/"><span style="color: #4f81bd;"><strong>Tobi Fairley’s Pinterest Boards</strong></span></a> and the other Market Style Spotters for more interesting items. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">When I first saw the work of Leslie Sinclair, owner of Segreto Finishes, I was mesmerized by her plaster finishes, wall treatments and cabinet finishes.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(Designer: Tami Owen)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> A room touched by Segreto is transformed from ordinary to extraordinary under her careful direction. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(Designer: Tami Owen)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">A true artist and accomplished business woman, she oversees a staff of 25 and her company, Segreto Finishes, creates some of the most coveted rooms today. Leslie recently released a new book, <em>Segreto – Secrets To Finishing Beautiful Interiors,</em> a wonderful book that has the blogs and Pinterest buzzing. So when she contacted me and asked if I would I like to review a copy, of course I said yes. Then I asked her if she would also be willing to host a Giveaway for you, and she generously agreed.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(Designer: Kara Childress Architectural Consultant: Sara West)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As I was enjoying page after page of this lovely book I was struck by the beauty and peacefulness her interior finishes convey. Segreto’s trademark favors soft neutrals, texture and depth, over bright colors. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(Designer: Talbot Cooley)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The book is a gorgeous collection of page after page of dream interiors. As a coffee table book for inspiration, its worth its weight in gold. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(Joyce Horn Antiques)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But, the book also provides wonderful tips, hints and insider information on choosing the best finishes for your own interiors. This book ranks as one of my favorite design books of the year!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Thanks to Leslie Sinclair’s generosity, a lucky reader will be receiving this treasure soon. To enter to win the gorgeous <em>Segreto – Secrets to Finishing Beautiful Interiors</em> book just visit Segreto’s website <a href="http://segretofinishes.com/"><span style="color: #4f81bd;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a>, come back and comment which finish inspires you. I will announce the winner next Friday! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">To see more of Leslie Sinclair’s work and Segreto Finishes click <a href="http://segretofinishes.com/"><span style="color: #2f79c5;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">To visit her blog: Segreto – The Secret to Beautiful Living click <a href="http://segretosecrets.squarespace.com/"><span style="color: #2f79c5;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">To listen to Leslie interviewed on The Skirted Round Table click <a href="http://skirtedroundtable.blogspot.com/2011/10/leslie-sinclair-visits-skirted_31.html"><span style="color: #2f79c5;"><strong>HERE</strong></span></a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">To order a copy of this gorgeous book click <a href="http://segretofinishes.com/the-book.html"><strong><span style="color: #2f79c5;">HERE</span></strong></a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(Bunny Williams – BeeLine Home)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Finally, I am off to meet by BFF, Diane, at Market in High Point, NC! We’ll be shopping for clients and scouting out the new trends!! Can’t wait to bring back lots of pictures and inspiration for you!! See you a few days!!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(All content copyrighted by Willow Décor and not to be used with our permission. All photos property of Segreto not to be used with out consent) </span></div>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com70tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-30905617219447877712012-04-02T12:13:00.000-04:002012-04-02T12:14:14.065-04:00Amazing French Country Kitchen<p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-7JCG7K4DPZk/T3lxLluEgJI/AAAAAAAAHpk/naAQZ8KGAhk/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-14.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 1" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gqWuYka4frs/T3lxMM1mjTI/AAAAAAAAHps/eLriT9z9LSE/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-1_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I adore interior brick walls, so I was immediately smitten with this French Country Kitchen by designers, Sally Wilson and John Kelsey of <a href="http://www.wilsonkelseydesign.com/interior-design-firm">Wilson Kelsey Design</a>. These award winning designers have been creating gorgeous interiors for over 25 years. They were a perfect choice for this homeowner who longed for a large European style space that would encourage family gatherings. The kitchen was gutted and then thoughtfully redesigned by Wilson Kelsey Design providing stunning results.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-GZR5f8xCDvE/T3lxNfb_AmI/AAAAAAAAHp0/DBhxPDV7cDg/s1600-h/a11.png"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="a1" border="0" alt="a1" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Byksj7UToLU/T3lxOdhABvI/AAAAAAAAHp8/2uczqI17bfg/a1_thumb1.png?imgmax=800" width="604" height="402" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The exposed brick walls are accented with aged interior shutters. If you look closely you can see two islands; one for food prep and one for gathering. To enhance the old world feel notice that the appliances are hidden away behind the beautiful custom cabinetry. On the left the cabinetry hides two Sub Zero refrigerators. I especially love the the large copper apron front sink. You can see how the sink has already taken on a wonderful patina.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6o8wuVZxGdo/T3lxQN0R_pI/AAAAAAAAHqE/0Ts1NK7KfFU/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-77.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 7" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 7" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-EXKkRKbfWU8/T3lxQtCmW9I/AAAAAAAAHqM/AFMm3UQqPXI/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-7_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The aged finishes on the cabinetry are quite beautiful. Here is a close up. You can also see a better view of the prep island.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-l_mTH3_Vs1A/T3lxREC_HGI/AAAAAAAAHqU/xxYW9UJoZ-c/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-37.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 3" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 3" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-gcWiVAiRxig/T3lxRhB39ZI/AAAAAAAAHqc/bfrhFY3Lx58/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-3_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="402" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">No French inspired kitchen is complete with out a large stove. I love the toile inspired tile backsplash. Notice the distressing on the cabinet to the left. Wilson Kelsey Design is well known for their great attention to details!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bwZ1tla3dXc/T3lxSBhjXUI/AAAAAAAAHqk/dmMaoKJslTA/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-63.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 6" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 6" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--9yZ5S5mWlI/T3lxSs2TLpI/AAAAAAAAHqs/9WiWf8CzSwY/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-6_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="404" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Adjacent to the center island is the wonderful eating area. The antique chandelier is one of two in the kitchen, you can spy the other over the sink area. </span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Fdkqcrt3fe4/T3lxTXzjHrI/AAAAAAAAHq0/ynys_-KHX4E/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-23.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 2" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 2" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VZqY2t9ftaU/T3lxT4tqCTI/AAAAAAAAHq8/qShVrmnzSNQ/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-2_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:78%;">(image by Laura Moss)</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">A custom built-in sofa was designed to face the new gas fireplace and to encourage lingering at the table.</span> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-WGS6ozGn02I/T3lxUY_yOCI/AAAAAAAAHrE/GfPvabUc2Dw/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-53.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 5" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 5" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jW6YowiNZkc/T3lxU11S5dI/AAAAAAAAHrM/--Vu-e0f2H8/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-5_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Above a closer look at the new gas fireplace which adds a wonderful ambiance and creates a very cozy eating area.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-nWdnDJHRz74/T3lxVQ_xFQI/AAAAAAAAHrU/O-qu6vy1b5g/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-Pantry-23.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra Pantry 2" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra Pantry 2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/--Ujny-ZTUOs/T3lxWDjsGeI/AAAAAAAAHrc/NtuXIfylvSY/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-Pantry-2_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">In an effort to reduce overhead cabinetry and to increase storage a butlers pantry was added to the design. Notice the arched ceiling niche, copper sink and beautiful wall sconces. It’s all these small details that add so much to the old world feel.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--NTBp4MR40o/T3lxWucVZiI/AAAAAAAAHrk/xCtQmgm3W14/s1600-h/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-43.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Brick Kitchen Debra 4" border="0" alt="Brick Kitchen Debra 4" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QOSk1hRyEeU/T3lxXJRGkbI/AAAAAAAAHrs/iW8H3jpzDYw/Brick-Kitchen-Debra-4_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">It's not a surprise that because of the thoughtful design by Wilson Kelsey, the homeowners find that they love to gather and linger in the their new space.</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Special thanks to Sally Wilson and John Kelsey for sharing their wonderful work with us!</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To see more of Wilson Kelsey Design click <a href="http://www.wilsonkelseydesign.com/"><span style="color:#2f79c5;">HERE</span></a></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To read their wonderful blog click<span style="color:#4f81bd;"> </span><a href="http://blog.wilsonkelseydesign.com/"><span style="color:#4f81bd;">HERE</span></a></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To see more of Photographer Sam Gray’s work click <a href="http://samgray.com/"><span style="color:#2f79c5;">HERE</span></a></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All written content copyrighted by Willow Décor, Photos by Sam Gray and property of Wilson Kelsey; not be used with out permission)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-87401133392407130562012-03-04T12:37:00.001-05:002012-03-04T12:42:49.115-05:00Aspen Beauty–An Imaginary Dream Tour!!<p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-utR-wyNrnXg/T1Ol5AxgzQI/AAAAAAAAHiw/Pu8h4thy6HI/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Wine%252520cellar%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Wine cellar" border="0" alt="Aspen Wine cellar" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-HYeTEuGAUDI/T1Ol5t0sVGI/AAAAAAAAHi4/bXznGAqP0RE/Aspen%252520Wine%252520cellar_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Finally we have some snow on the ground in Boston. It’s getting me excited for our ski trip to Aspen this year. </span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">As you know Dave and I are always scanning the real estate listings and we happened upon this gorgeous property for sale in Aspen. Of course at $39 Million USD, we couldn’t even get in the door, but its fun to dream. I thought you would enjoy a cyber tour of a home which caters to the rich and famous. So lets pretend it actually is my house and I am taking you on a personal tour. I would first bring you to our stone wine cellar to have a yummy glass of wine, before we started our imaginary home tour!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0YCG_n56o_k/T1Ol6Oky_DI/AAAAAAAAHjA/j4DpT2JRVV8/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Great%252520Room%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Great Room" border="0" alt="Aspen Great Room" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-o2evT5buVr4/T1Ol7SY77SI/AAAAAAAAHjI/KpZ96A1HowQ/Aspen%252520Great%252520Room_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">We would then make our way to the extraordinary great room. I would point out the antique hand hewn beams and we would admire the craftsmanship of the stone work. Notice the arch in the fireplace and the how it mimics the entry arch to the left. We would also take in the spectacular view of the slopes. </span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-x7IFJqNPtpQ/T1Ol73QbNJI/AAAAAAAAHjQ/DsFScqRyMIQ/s1600-h/Aspen%252520kitchen%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen kitchen" border="0" alt="Aspen kitchen" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0g1G1v6vl5w/T1Ol8Q2hcKI/AAAAAAAAHjY/ooKUYSj8-e8/Aspen%252520kitchen_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Next we would make our way into the kitchen, I would point out the floor and how we used limestone and antique wood for a wonderful effect. We would laugh about which center island to stand at because of course there are two!!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SYWoObB6-Q8/T1Ol8iT5MKI/AAAAAAAAHjg/tQ60WJiJICE/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Dining%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Dining" border="0" alt="Aspen Dining" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-tB1SAprCTfU/T1Ol9IzuxYI/AAAAAAAAHjo/7ZgWmfXXEF0/Aspen%252520Dining_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Then we would head into the dining room. We would talk about the gorgeous faux paint techniques and we would compliment the artist on his excellent fresco work. I would point out how the faux painting really enhances the arch in the dining room, making that architectural feature even more impressive. You will say how you love how it mimics the arches in the great room and I will be so impressed that you noticed. </span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1zp5Ix9lO3Y/T1Ol9ivUuFI/AAAAAAAAHjw/K89VfiSBBBA/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Pantry%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Pantry" border="0" alt="Aspen Pantry" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-T0qn3AB2Mno/T1Ol-NDTx2I/AAAAAAAAHj4/4zwzFmwmCto/Aspen%252520Pantry_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Then we would pop into the pantry – You know I love pantries and this one is spectacular. Notice the beautiful wood ceiling.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SQtG1mwFg_w/T1Ol-x5oIAI/AAAAAAAAHkA/wZ6n2Yg1yDQ/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Billards%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Billards" border="0" alt="Aspen Billards" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Ai9uSxg7qcE/T1Ol_a9EWYI/AAAAAAAAHkI/Bbf4vAouw6I/Aspen%252520Billards_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Then we would meet the boys in the Billiards room! It would be so cozy and inviting! Notice the wood work and the stone arch entry – love the juxtaposition of those two materials.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-e43qKIab_D8/T1Ol_5uAm9I/AAAAAAAAHkQ/saG8u9AD7LY/s1600-h/Aspen%252520MBR%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen MBR" border="0" alt="Aspen MBR" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-wRZEGo1phBg/T1OmAcTqwvI/AAAAAAAAHkY/1j5_N05TwLM/Aspen%252520MBR_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">We would head to the master bedroom and you would “ooh and aah”. We both would love the beamed ceiling and the faux fur throw on the bed! You would ask about the big ottoman. I would say the kids love to lay across it!</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VSoq2t_TX24/T1OmBIYjVUI/AAAAAAAAHkg/MLrXf12yEqk/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Porch%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Porch" border="0" alt="Aspen Porch" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZZ9mIYKcajY/T1OmBoG87MI/AAAAAAAAHko/XYrzJYto0_s/Aspen%252520Porch_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">We would head outside to enjoy the sunset – I would point out how much I love the herringbone brick patio – You would tell me how much you love the interesting mantel around the fireplace which mimics the ceiling. We both would laugh at the animal heads and antlers. I would say they creep me out, but Dave likes them!!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-djviXXeWns0/T1OmCNhgX6I/AAAAAAAAHkw/-IYP9jmR1-U/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Pool%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Pool" border="0" alt="Aspen Pool" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5qXWYvjftgU/T1OmCQJlj1I/AAAAAAAAHk4/rZ1XHShnMT8/Aspen%252520Pool_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">We would head to pool area and take in the spectacular mountain views. We would both say how we didn’t want to put our bathing suits on in March!!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FSuEsJ0XtaI/T1OmC2DwM_I/AAAAAAAAHlA/XurGvaVDPs8/s1600-h/Aspen%252520house%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen house" border="0" alt="Aspen house" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-OG_3kI-wskA/T1OmDtAXTbI/AAAAAAAAHlI/1gbJ6zAgCWk/Aspen%252520house_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="454" /></span></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">You would say the exterior is breathtaking and I would agree! Then we would head back to the wine cellar for another glass of wine. Of course this was just a pretend tour, but if you want to see more of this exceptional property click </span><a href="http://www.craigmorris.com/index.php?func=listings&ix=1&m=1909011&filter=set,all&sort=price,desc&type1=on&type2=on&type3=on"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#0000ff;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;"> to see the real estate listing. The new owners are going to be very lucky people!! </span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All content copyrighted by Willow Décor and not to be used with out permission. All photos Sotheby's)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-50956439835063751272012-02-27T07:20:00.000-05:002012-02-27T07:24:56.676-05:00An Artist’s Sculpture Studio<p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xcqCH5L7sQ4/T0oeq-bckNI/AAAAAAAAHfY/MrSqPbvcypk/s1600-h/Artist%252520studio%2525200%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist studio 0" border="0" alt="Artist studio 0" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-7ZavTsxq89I/T0of6TO1_yI/AAAAAAAAHfo/4XkfDN5Bkqs/Artist%252520studio%2525200_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">One of my dreams is to have a studio. I love to paint, dabble in sculpture and of course, it would be wonderful to have a dedicated space for my interior design business.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-IH7gr3nogZk/T0of6-nMrVI/AAAAAAAAHfw/fY1yE0IjlNw/s1600-h/artist%252520studio%25252012%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="artist studio 12" border="0" alt="artist studio 12" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Gvrd7kH3sCE/T0of7UeYl5I/AAAAAAAAHf4/0VuGYgPgWYY/artist%252520studio%25252012_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="476" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Designer David Coote took a small garden shed and created the most amazing Artist’s Sculpture Studio and Retreat.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-aupl0DZ9J60/T0of7l5aCYI/AAAAAAAAHgA/5SKnIiaNtZE/s1600-h/artist%252520studio%2525209%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="artist studio 9" border="0" alt="artist studio 9" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-gvS5Nk-DqDA/T0of8NAQCQI/AAAAAAAAHgI/7J8orBLzK8c/artist%252520studio%2525209_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="476" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Though not very large in scale, it is enormous in charm and function. As you enter you can see a daybed to the right and straight on you can see the studio area. Notice the skylights and windows. There is literally light from almost every angle.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-X_085YUsXj4/T0of8tp-8NI/AAAAAAAAHgQ/YEwz6XdSJok/s1600-h/artist%252520studio%25252011%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="artist studio 11" border="0" alt="artist studio 11" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-dKmjyMw4Nd4/T0of9E_CouI/AAAAAAAAHgY/LhaS_75ExUI/artist%252520studio%25252011_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a closer look at the studio. I love that the back wall is covered in old barn board and the floors are stunning!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ZbhtC4iV43k/T0of9uzaHVI/AAAAAAAAHgg/9Mi1gItnFyc/s1600-h/Artist%252520studio%2525202%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist studio 2" border="0" alt="Artist studio 2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-GMOtdqSRgJI/T0of98ufceI/AAAAAAAAHgo/vdHFLd8qkjY/Artist%252520studio%2525202_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">A small pot belly stove keeps the studio toasty warm in the cooler months.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LfuA_1VIbQA/T0of-XeNUKI/AAAAAAAAHgw/SQSjyK-wEqY/s1600-h/artist%252520stduo%2525204%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="artist stduo 4" border="0" alt="artist stduo 4" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Oy9klP_HGgQ/T0of-6k3ujI/AAAAAAAAHg4/e2O-ih-_RnU/artist%252520stduo%2525204_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">And there is even a small hot plate when you need to re-charge and have a bit of tea!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JV34VM2A8Es/T0of_VTi-2I/AAAAAAAAHhA/hA2NMX2Hg5c/s1600-h/Artist%252520studio%2525202d%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist studio 2d" border="0" alt="Artist studio 2d" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-NkraSWh8P_8/T0ogAID42qI/AAAAAAAAHhI/yEHxPmNwKD4/Artist%252520studio%2525202d_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="476" /></a>.</p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To the right is another bed in a bit of alcove. Notice the lovely window and beautiful open beamed ceiling</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-fcd9Uo3HFmI/T0ogAnT_c5I/AAAAAAAAHhQ/IPGuhcygWs0/s1600-h/Artist%252520stduio%2525202a%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist stduio 2a" border="0" alt="Artist stduio 2a" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-y5zT_ttmN2Q/T0ogA6XjA8I/AAAAAAAAHhY/h7riW0sSwCY/Artist%252520stduio%2525202a_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">A close up shows old brackets and barn wood shelves for storing old casts and an antique wash tub to hold towels and cleaning supplies.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SnxtZRIJmck/T0ogBS6B6nI/AAAAAAAAHhg/CFdxPF6kytQ/s1600-h/Artist%252520studio%2525206%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist studio 6" border="0" alt="Artist studio 6" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-eMRVGJ_Kkwg/T0ogBz0fuEI/AAAAAAAAHho/jP0D7hm-ny8/Artist%252520studio%2525206_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="476" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The alcove also has wonderful skylights. I expect the light floods this studio and changes all day creating the most interesting patterns.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-cTeqUnlqIyw/T0ogCP0glpI/AAAAAAAAHhw/zTV352_XKL8/s1600-h/Artist%252520studio%25252010%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist studio 10" border="0" alt="Artist studio 10" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-UmFM_LxicZg/T0ogCh4pt3I/AAAAAAAAHh4/NhqojU1u8Aw/Artist%252520studio%25252010_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">There is even a wash basin and water to freshen up – so charming!!</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-xC-VEPfS3tg/T0ogDFE1Q9I/AAAAAAAAHiA/Lq2rZ-MtXgQ/s1600-h/Artisit%252520studio%2525203%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artisit studio 3" border="0" alt="Artisit studio 3" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-u6Cp0EkEQ7Y/T0ogDT9Pp8I/AAAAAAAAHiI/HBz9e0CfKtA/Artisit%252520studio%2525203_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Notice the old re-purposed closet doors which hide all the sculpture supplies.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-lrpxVoj8EF8/T0ogDxdBImI/AAAAAAAAHiQ/9EeAWBp43rA/s1600-h/Artist%252520studio%2525203a%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Artist studio 3a" border="0" alt="Artist studio 3a" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-WcjWuBJMBng/T0ogEQMdBLI/AAAAAAAAHiY/fHaKViHp4bY/Artist%252520studio%2525203a_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="476" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">And these doors swing open to let even more light and the lovely gardens in.</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-vu0RYevyEQg/T0ogE27_rqI/AAAAAAAAHig/NEC-1Z4nsBk/s1600-h/artist%252520studio%252520a%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="artist studio a" border="0" alt="artist studio a" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-b2JfIleQZJk/T0ogF69ioyI/AAAAAAAAHio/6pTKwInbHVc/artist%252520studio%252520a_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Could you ask for a more inspiring place to work?! So readers, here is one of my dreams – an Artist Studio!</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To see more of David Coote’s work click </span><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.davecoote.com/cabins/168/sculture-studio-1">HERE</a></span><span style="font-size:130%;">. To see two other fabulous Artist Studios click </span><a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2009/02/dreamy-artists-loft.html"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#4bacc6;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;"> and </span><a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2010/03/london-artist-studio-to-guest-cottage.html"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#4bacc6;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">.</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All content copyrighted and property of Willow Décor, all photos <a href="http://www.davecoote.com/cabins/168/sculture-studio-1">David Coote</a>)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-1746026442258942222012-02-14T06:44:00.002-05:002012-02-14T06:46:05.961-05:00Happy Valentine’s Day!!<p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-e2A8r3OOzak/TzpJBdSoGgI/AAAAAAAAHfI/Uzr0D86U440/s1600-h/Valentines%252520Day%252520-%252520Houzz%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Valentines Day - Houzz" border="0" alt="Valentines Day - Houzz" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-KcLTuOZ80KU/TzpJB56EDCI/AAAAAAAAHfQ/B22t-YfwcJQ/Valentines%252520Day%252520-%252520Houzz_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="804" /></a></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Wishing you all a special Valentine’s Day!! May you love an be loved….</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">xox Gina</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All content copyrighted by Willow Décor – photo Houzz) </span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-8988317411749516852012-02-12T06:00:00.000-05:002012-02-12T06:10:56.023-05:00Cape Ann Beach Cottage Before and After<p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-kuBlcCKk3GE/TzZrXQy_tGI/AAAAAAAAHbQ/_l_KiI_uArE/s1600-h/Howell%252520view1-toward-kitchen-afte%252520Roth%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell view1-toward-kitchen-afte Roth" border="0" alt="Howell view1-toward-kitchen-afte Roth" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-UG4k43nUGls/TzZrXsS6sbI/AAAAAAAAHbY/RBVCNzcmSsc/Howell%252520view1-toward-kitchen-afte%252520Roth_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="877" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I love renovation –moving walls and raising ceilings! Perhaps that is why I am so drawn to architects and spatial design versus fabrics and rugs. Most of my friends and colleagues think I am crazy, but nothing is more enjoyable to me than tearing out old walls and transforming rooms into a new and wonderful spaces. So when the the right architect/build firm comes along the results can be magic! Here is a wonderful before and after by Howell Custom Building Group who also did the architectural plan. The gorgeous After pictures were shot by the famous interior photographer, Eric Roth.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-oP9LwyU8J3c/TzZrYEAMV0I/AAAAAAAAHbg/SoRY_v4teXQ/s1600-h/Howelll-toward-kitchen-before1-950x700%25255B15%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howelll-toward-kitchen-before1-950x700" border="0" alt="Howelll-toward-kitchen-before1-950x700" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Mb1hSa2mJ5A/TzZrYrURgXI/AAAAAAAAHbo/HECgn4XpNKw/Howelll-toward-kitchen-before1-950x700_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The 800 square foot cottage was part of an Inn, which consisted of the main house and cottages. When the Inn closed the homeowner purchased the cottage as a weekend retreat because of its spectacular location and views. The goal of the project was to increase the living area with out changing the footprint due to zoning restrictions. Above is the Living area/Kitchen Before.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-UVzMKnIEPMs/TzZrZAnp7FI/AAAAAAAAHbw/ym8FvAY1Lu0/s1600-h/Howell%252520Living-Room-Before-950x700%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell Living-Room-Before-950x700" border="0" alt="Howell Living-Room-Before-950x700" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-2ZqnDIHQlBA/TzZrZZ65WbI/AAAAAAAAHb4/zLmZvlisPgc/Howell%252520Living-Room-Before-950x700_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is another Before from the opposite angle.The homeowner also wanted to add more windows to capture more of the spectacular ocean views.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-UPJPPQqCYyE/TzZrbAD4cSI/AAAAAAAAHcA/1nooLvh2Z_8/s1600-h/Howell%252520LR%252520Eric%252520Roth%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell LR Eric Roth" border="0" alt="Howell LR Eric Roth" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-P9OB-Mlc7EU/TzZrcKgOV_I/AAAAAAAAHcI/2pESK0aeRT8/Howell%252520LR%252520Eric%252520Roth_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="818" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Howell Custom Building Group provided a fabulous solution. They opened the ceiling with steel cable trusses to create cathedral ceilings and sleeping/play loft.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mbcfB_7Z2kQ/TzZrc_8dBFI/AAAAAAAAHcQ/z_Q-kxTLGf4/s1600-h/Howell%252520view1-toward-kitchen-afte%252520Roth%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell view1-toward-kitchen-afte Roth" border="0" alt="Howell view1-toward-kitchen-afte Roth" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9QLnPg9ItPM/TzZrdOX5EPI/AAAAAAAAHcY/LdOdWIYHGIc/Howell%252520view1-toward-kitchen-afte%252520Roth_thumb%25255B5%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="877" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is the dramatic After. You can see that Howell Custom Building Group is outstanding at transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary! </span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-8QbvYznRrqE/TzZrdneh5iI/AAAAAAAAHcg/_N0Cp7pPGKE/s1600-h/Howell%252520-Ships-ladder-and-hatch%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell -Ships-ladder-and-hatch" border="0" alt="Howell -Ships-ladder-and-hatch" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-HyrGcWMgWQ0/TzZreRuxl-I/AAAAAAAAHco/dhnLE8Py6Kc/Howell%252520-Ships-ladder-and-hatch_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="898" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Also notice their amazing attention to detail. I love the curved loft design which echoes a ship bow, as well as the ships ladder and hatch, that leads up to the play loft! So creative!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ayx_YCjvBG0/TzZreldhpeI/AAAAAAAAHcw/fvMbYTa3uro/s1600-h/Howell%2525200-Kitchen-Before-950x700%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell 0-Kitchen-Before-950x700" border="0" alt="Howell 0-Kitchen-Before-950x700" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-pK56XUhrFto/TzZrfMsi60I/AAAAAAAAHc4/KR8rfZXndsU/Howell%2525200-Kitchen-Before-950x700_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The kitchen was cramped and cabinet space needed to be increased.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Insfo_V-oSY/TzZrflVy66I/AAAAAAAAHdI/V6fCteUpajI/s1600-h/Howell-kitchen-after-950x700%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell-kitchen-after-950x700" border="0" alt="Howell-kitchen-after-950x700" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cXi_PgDMeWY/TzZrgyXCClI/AAAAAAAAHdQ/dzgiqI2-n80/Howell-kitchen-after-950x700_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Curved mahogany kitchen counters were added and sealed with marine varnish. The design was inspired by the homeowner’s love of the famous Boston’s Union Oyster House Bar.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1gmTx7CYgCA/TzZrhhAinGI/AAAAAAAAHdg/hKqHM0K5taI/s1600-h/Hhowell-Bedroom-before-950x700%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Hhowell-Bedroom-before-950x700" border="0" alt="Hhowell-Bedroom-before-950x700" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2zTOyy8veew/TzZrirvL4fI/AAAAAAAAHdk/1uyUfhBRqMs/Hhowell-Bedroom-before-950x700_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The bedroom before did not provide very good views</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jvX0PLUhUkk/TzZrkSX1hsI/AAAAAAAAHd0/E3eTy4kRDdY/s1600-h/Howell-Bedroom-after-950x700%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell-Bedroom-after-950x700" border="0" alt="Howell-Bedroom-after-950x700" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-u4IQOh1DArw/TzZrlbIHjtI/AAAAAAAAHd4/9r4vWDy90-g/Howell-Bedroom-after-950x700_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">A glass slider was added and now the homeowners wake up views of the sparkling sea.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--Q8Xy1XvaoI/TzZrmbu8MWI/AAAAAAAAHeM/LpPTvZM8qdg/s1600-h/Howell-Fireplace-BEFORE-950x700%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell-Fireplace-BEFORE-950x700" border="0" alt="Howell-Fireplace-BEFORE-950x700" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-MR7EqqCVIqA/TzZroQu7KHI/AAAAAAAAHeQ/tBhzJLtiEBs/Howell-Fireplace-BEFORE-950x700_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Usually in renovation the first thought is tear out the old stone and start again, but this stone fireplace was given new life.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8_XFIdwMcfc/TzZrowOFIII/AAAAAAAAHeg/Fw4tBAf1wrM/s1600-h/Howell-Fireplace-after1%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell-Fireplace-after1" border="0" alt="Howell-Fireplace-after1" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KJsu2KTF8CY/TzZrrMdk_yI/AAAAAAAAHek/LvN6ry8Qte4/Howell-Fireplace-after1_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="856" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">They flanked the fireplace on either side with bookcases to add much needed storage and display space. </span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--tEN6re41Bk/TzZrrnVPGYI/AAAAAAAAHe0/bsYhVhOA8ds/s1600-h/Howell-fireplace-after-950x700%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Howell-fireplace-after-950x700" border="0" alt="Howell-fireplace-after-950x700" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gSbgILQ6-rA/TzZrsqE8K8I/AAAAAAAAHe4/b2GIoKADGAg/Howell-fireplace-after-950x700_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="446" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">They also added a window seat for additional seating and a wall of sliders out to a new deck. The new sliders create an impactful and dramatic view of the ocean beyond. For more amazing photos of this cottage transformation to and to see more stunning properties by Howell Custom Building Group click <a href="http://www.howellcustombuild.com/portfolio/beachfront-cottage-renovation-rockport-ma"><span style="color:#0000ff;">HERE</span></a>. To see more of interior photographer Eric Roth’s gorgeous work click <a href="http://www.ericrothphoto.com/?gclid=CMz-kfKAlq4CFUETNAodRRwMLw"><span style="color:#0000ff;">HERE</span></a>.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All content property of Willow Décor, All Photos property of Howell Custom Building Group and Eric Roth)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-69806565684883362182012-01-17T19:25:00.001-05:002012-01-17T19:25:34.274-05:00Such A Dreamy Bathroom!<p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-l5gPps_LGwg/TxSer0LwCBI/AAAAAAAAHZw/iS9zLYunTfE/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zdxY_BoO2wQ/TxSescCUr8I/AAAAAAAAHZ4/E9E0MYBDjpo/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203_thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="604" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; " /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I wasn’t surprised when Architect and Design firm Alisberg Parker won an award for this wonderful bathroom.</span><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-8Cga15xwbXI/TxSesr72r9I/AAAAAAAAHaA/rRd4YikasyY/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525201%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 1" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-B1XUJ1X4eRM/TxSetKlj_5I/AAAAAAAAHaI/gtb0oLcOF8w/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525201_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="389" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; " /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The Greenwich Connecticut firm is not only exceptionally talented in creating and renovating spaces but also in decorating those spaces with the just the right materials. The effect, as you can see above, is stunning! I love how the large marble floor tile is off set by the small brick subway tiles behind the vanity. To the right is a gorgeous free standing tub and to the left a walk in shower.</span><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Kpi3zUK44so/TxSetepx-uI/AAAAAAAAHaQ/RiXC9tVneiY/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525204g%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 4g" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 4g" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pmow_zKsd0o/TxSett1vOKI/AAAAAAAAHaY/MykX0qeAqsI/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525204g_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="600" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; " /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a closer view of the tub. It is beautifully set in a cathedral peak with lovely windows to capture the view. The lighting choice is sublime. Overhead lights would have cast a harsh glow and I think chandeliers in the bath are just getting too overdone. Here they selected wall mounted arm lamps for soft and romantic lighting - a very interesting choice which I just love!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1SmeXTngric/TxSeuBIFf6I/AAAAAAAAHag/m2897KqyiDQ/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525202%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 2" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-u74pFthutrQ/TxSeucmbhWI/AAAAAAAAHao/Pp-O4KWTk1o/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525202_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="389" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; " /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The walk in shower also has interesting lighting which echo's the angles and lines of the shower. Alisberg Parker did a wonderful job of incorporating the angles and eaves of the house into the shower’s design.</span><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SHOfPFbYdss/TxSeurjLG2I/AAAAAAAAHaw/2x62pY-SABU/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-8krguumgUyY/TxSevECPkSI/AAAAAAAAHa4/cfN6PGtJd3Y/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203_thumb%25255B15%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="398" height="590" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; " /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a better view of the shower – Isn’t it a fabulous space?! Plenty of room for two!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-buH_d4YoQbw/TxSevdzi2xI/AAAAAAAAHbA/H-EnWP7-2cY/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525205%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 5" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 5" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-3lOmOjss-y0/TxSevl_q9jI/AAAAAAAAHbI/x9TmiZLu27g/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525205_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="389" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: initial; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: initial; border-left-color: initial; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: initial; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: initial; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; " /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:130%;">A classic marble vanity and nickel fixtures complete the perfect bathroom. This is one to keep for your inspiration files! Excellent design – outstandingly executed!</span><span style="font-size: large; font-size:130%;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:130%;">To see more of their beautiful projects click </span><a href="http://alisbergparker.com/contact.html"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All content copyrighted and property of Willow Décor – All Photos by Eric Laignel property of Alisberg Parker not to be copied without permission)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-82571934731354054822012-01-17T19:22:00.000-05:002012-01-17T19:24:26.638-05:00Dreamy Bathroom!<p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-l5gPps_LGwg/TxSer0LwCBI/AAAAAAAAHZw/iS9zLYunTfE/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zdxY_BoO2wQ/TxSescCUr8I/AAAAAAAAHZ4/E9E0MYBDjpo/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203_thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="604" /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I wasn’t surprised when Architect and Design firm Alisberg Parker won an award for this wonderful bathroom.</span><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-8Cga15xwbXI/TxSesr72r9I/AAAAAAAAHaA/rRd4YikasyY/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525201%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 1" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-B1XUJ1X4eRM/TxSetKlj_5I/AAAAAAAAHaI/gtb0oLcOF8w/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525201_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="389" /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The Greenwich Connecticut firm is not only exceptionally talented in creating and renovating spaces but also in decorating those spaces with the just the right materials. The effect, as you can see above, is stunning! I love how the large marble floor tile is off set by the small brick subway tiles behind the vanity. To the right is a gorgeous free standing tub and to the left a walk in shower.</span><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Kpi3zUK44so/TxSetepx-uI/AAAAAAAAHaQ/RiXC9tVneiY/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525204g%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 4g" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 4g" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pmow_zKsd0o/TxSett1vOKI/AAAAAAAAHaY/MykX0qeAqsI/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525204g_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="600" /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a closer view of the tub. It is beautifully set in a cathedral peak with lovely windows to capture the view. The lighting choice is sublime. Overhead lights would have cast a harsh glow and I think chandeliers in the bath are just getting too overdone. Here they selected wall mounted arm lamps for soft and romantic lighting - a very interesting choice which I just love!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1SmeXTngric/TxSeuBIFf6I/AAAAAAAAHag/m2897KqyiDQ/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525202%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 2" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-u74pFthutrQ/TxSeucmbhWI/AAAAAAAAHao/Pp-O4KWTk1o/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525202_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="389" /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The walk in shower also has interesting lighting which echo's the angles and lines of the shower. Alisberg Parker did a wonderful job of incorporating the angles and eaves of the house into the shower’s design.</span><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SHOfPFbYdss/TxSeurjLG2I/AAAAAAAAHaw/2x62pY-SABU/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 3" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-8krguumgUyY/TxSevECPkSI/AAAAAAAAHa4/cfN6PGtJd3Y/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525203_thumb%25255B15%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="398" height="590" /></span></a><br /></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a better view of the shower – Isn’t it a fabulous space?! Plenty of room for two!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-buH_d4YoQbw/TxSevdzi2xI/AAAAAAAAHbA/H-EnWP7-2cY/s1600-h/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525205%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Alisberg parker architects Bath 5" border="0" alt="Alisberg parker architects Bath 5" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-3lOmOjss-y0/TxSevl_q9jI/AAAAAAAAHbI/x9TmiZLu27g/Alisberg%252520parker%252520architects%252520Bath%2525205_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="389" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:130%;">A classic marble vanity and nickel fixtures complete the perfect bathroom. This is one to keep for your inspiration files! Excellent design – outstandingly executed!</span><span style="font-size: large; font-size:130%;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:130%;">To see more of their beautiful projects click </span><a href="http://alisbergparker.com/contact.html"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All content copyrighted and property of Willow Décor – All Photos by Eric Laignel property of Alisberg Parker not to be copied without permission)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-25754775540558950622011-12-24T08:53:00.003-05:002011-12-24T09:06:13.786-05:00My Christmas Wish for You!<p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-YDeDWq7MExE/TvXZYVBTMMI/AAAAAAAAHYw/yRL8pMrLQs8/s1600-h/Holiday%252520chris%252520everad.jpg6%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Holiday chris everad.jpg6" border="0" alt="Holiday chris everad.jpg6" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-JVwfD9f9RU4/TvXZY0ZirII/AAAAAAAAHY4/fPtqfesX6bA/Holiday%252520chris%252520everad.jpg6_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></a></span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To all my readers, those who celebrate Christmas and those who may not, I want to share with you my personal Christmas wish for all of us. A wish for peace and peacefulness.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SWlf9n_5hVk/TvXZZKdMrRI/AAAAAAAAHZA/7uitXRlbq7k/s1600-h/Rose-Mapendo-photo1%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Rose-Mapendo-photo1" border="0" alt="Rose-Mapendo-photo1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-txKlZdF7Od4/TvXZZQRlN6I/AAAAAAAAHZI/7lVmzgyMp6k/Rose-Mapendo-photo1_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="504" /></a></span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Every few weeks I receive a very uplifting story from my friends, Joan, Katie and Meb of </span><a href="http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=3f48eaac6535c47dfc9f508a9&id=ec1124b8d6&eo=f33c7c9610"><span style="font-size:130%;">The Miracle Chase</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">. I was so inspired reading their story of Rose Mapendo, recipient of the UN Humanitarian of Year Award, that I had to share it with you. Rose’s story brought tears to my eyes and her personal journey for peace filled my heart. Please take a moment and read Rose’s story </span><a href="http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=3f48eaac6535c47dfc9f508a9&id=ec1124b8d6&eo=f33c7c9610"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#0000ff;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;color:#000000;">.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-wA2L9b7itGQ/TvXZZt9h5MI/AAAAAAAAHZQ/gMNNy66Ruko/s1600-h/Dove%252520wreath%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Dove wreath" border="0" alt="Dove wreath" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-b3i2uk9oyI0/TvXZaJSaw4I/AAAAAAAAHZY/Snjf4i6ByFk/Dove%252520wreath_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="504" /></a></span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Over the next year my Christmas wish is that we all get better at achieving an inner peace so that we can all become more open, loving and accepting of others. Finding time to enjoy the simple pleasures of life and slowing down to appreciate both beauty we bring to others and the beauty they bring to us.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-IDcG0kR5aZo/TvXZadGqinI/AAAAAAAAHZg/TQRklv33v8A/s1600-h/indiesistas%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="indiesistas" border="0" alt="indiesistas" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-eArWVe5bXq0/TvXZagJCy2I/AAAAAAAAHZo/6kYsOsr8iqs/indiesistas_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="504" /></a></span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">In this humble quest for personal peace may our actions resonate outward – small and slow but begin to radiate and glow stronger throughout the year.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Thank you for continuing to let me into your homes and your lives through Willow Décor. I feel very blessed that we are sharing this journey together.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Much love to you and your families,</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">xox Gina</span></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-63851926385716318012011-12-18T08:31:00.000-05:002011-12-18T08:32:31.501-05:00Holiday Window Boxes III and Giveaway Winner!!!<p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-sEftLR4-7dc/Tu3ouroGzSI/AAAAAAAAHWs/6er_gk1fVBU/s1600-h/holiday%252520polly%252520wreford%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="holiday polly wreford" border="0" alt="holiday polly wreford" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-hi_Rf-RFgls/Tu3ouzyKB6I/AAAAAAAAHW0/TdWL4NhXi8Q/holiday%252520polly%252520wreford_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Every year one of Willow Décor’s most popular holiday posts is Decorating Holiday Window Boxes. Even if your house does not have outdoor window boxes you can use store bought containers to bring the look inside. Here are some new favorites I have collected over the year.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hwFAIRFCJDI/Tu3ovBruqOI/AAAAAAAAHW8/ewNTMit68Po/s1600-h/holiday%252520window%252520box%252520-%25252065%252520avenue%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="holiday window box - 65 avenue" border="0" alt="holiday window box - 65 avenue" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-WTpuPVE-AxA/Tu3ovqkvdgI/AAAAAAAAHXE/fAKTdS_SMeU/holiday%252520window%252520box%252520-%25252065%252520avenue_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="337" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">This first window box is beautiful, simple and inexpensive to create. Different pines and boxwood are easily in found out in your yard. Here the owner added blueberry branches and some glass icicle ornaments to add sparkle – Lovely!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uxvW5-fSSqQ/Tu3ov0FwubI/AAAAAAAAHXM/XPUD1A_GJlo/s1600-h/holiday%252520window%252520boxes%252520Martha%252520Stewart%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="holiday window boxes Martha Stewart" border="0" alt="holiday window boxes Martha Stewart" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-9g3chyB21MQ/Tu3owA7BosI/AAAAAAAAHXU/TtqvJ3JV_Kw/holiday%252520window%252520boxes%252520Martha%252520Stewart_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="629" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">From decorator extraordinaire, Martha Stewart, what caught my eye most were the branch trellises she added to hold up the pine branches. What a creative touch which adds so much interest and texture, as well as a wonderful place to thread the bow!</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Uuy-V--JpWI/Tu3owj9z-lI/AAAAAAAAHXc/FyoA-vLibv4/s1600-h/holiday%252520window%252520box%25252065%252520avve%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="holiday window box 65 avve" border="0" alt="holiday window box 65 avve" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mv234pyh6dw/Tu3ow8SxEfI/AAAAAAAAHXk/9CRpiOkeAQQ/holiday%252520window%252520box%25252065%252520avve_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="379" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Another simple, beautiful collection of pines and pinecones. This would look as pretty on sideboard in your dining room or mantel as it does outside. Again very low cost to recreate.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-MKpWkYYCltM/Tu3oxCYRhrI/AAAAAAAAHXs/mXS5ryfi5kU/s1600-h/holiday%252520window%252520boxes%252520-%252520container%252520gardening%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="holiday window boxes - container gardening" border="0" alt="holiday window boxes - container gardening" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-m6chaNMADAA/Tu3oxTmvzBI/AAAAAAAAHX0/9dzIgYMmiXQ/holiday%252520window%252520boxes%252520-%252520container%252520gardening_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="515" height="371" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Something a bit easier to find for my southern readers; here moss, magnolia leaves and ornaments make a pretty holiday window box.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--LE2zvJ3yS8/Tu3ox3uSKiI/AAAAAAAAHX8/Rp8pAy6mCNw/s1600-h/Bachmans%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Bachmans" border="0" alt="Bachmans" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zr7gT7mkMR8/Tu3oyE4j6AI/AAAAAAAAHYE/QZCzLH0bhcM/Bachmans_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="379" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">On of my favorite ideas comes from the Bachman Holiday house in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here an old shutter creates an indoor window box filled with potted poinsettias and highlighted by a row of birch branches. Simply gorgeous! This is a spectacular mantle piece and would look fabulous in any home!</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">(</span><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-qViYYhSD0oI/Tu3oyeAPW1I/AAAAAAAAHYM/D0FyQ7SZOtU/s1600-h/holiday%252520window%252520boxes%252520my%252520home%252520ideas%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="holiday window boxes my home ideas" border="0" alt="holiday window boxes my home ideas" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-sMhidyTjchE/Tu3oyhNs8TI/AAAAAAAAHYU/HOSoeJpo4Ro/holiday%252520window%252520boxes%252520my%252520home%252520ideas_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="528" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Another example of a more southern style here filled with pines, pineapples and citrus fruits. I adore these window boxes! </span><span style="font-size:130%;">To see more examples of great holiday window boxes read Willow Décor’s previous posts </span><a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2008/12/creating-holiday-window-boxes.html"><span style="font-size:130%;color:#0000ff;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color:#0000ff;"> </span>and </span><span style="font-size:130%;color:#0000ff;"><a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2008/12/even-more-holiday-window-boxes.html">HERE</a></span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-zj7iIKNwrbw/Tu3ozJudvSI/AAAAAAAAHYc/sASu1yVX-os/s1600-h/Tree%252520skirt%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Tree skirt" border="0" alt="Tree skirt" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-qNr6phFuYCU/Tu3ozp4bM2I/AAAAAAAAHYk/ezHdzZyVIX8/Tree%252520skirt_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Finally, congratulations to <strong><em>3 Peanuts</em></strong> for winning the German Grainsack Tree Skirt!!! Please send your mailing address to </span><a href="mailto:willowdecormail@gmail.com"><span style="font-size:130%;">willowdecormail@gmail.com</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;"> and we will send out the tree skirt in time for Christmas!! A special thanks again to Kym of <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Beautiful-Mess-Antiques/156338971066478"><span style="color:#0000ff;">A Beautiful Mess</span></a>! If you are not a winner you can still order wonderful items from Kym by contacting her at (805) 630-3727. Enjoy!!!</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(Photo Credit: P. Wexford, Bellewood Gardens, 65 Avenue, Container Gardening, Martha Stewart, Bachman's, Home Ideas, Lu Tapp -A Beautiful Mess)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-47914571232173734452011-12-11T18:22:00.001-05:002011-12-18T08:34:24.517-05:00Meeting Celeste and Our Best EVER 3 Fine Grains Giveaway!<p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-IEphcLpRtiw/TuLPzO6-BkI/AAAAAAAAHTM/rE5ZNp-bIUc/s1600-h/Other%252520C%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-PoPzs1N0QVQ/TuLPziBoQDI/AAAAAAAAHTU/XefoDm25PgM/s1600-h/Celeste%252520and%252520Me%25255B13%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Celeste and Me" border="0" alt="Celeste and Me" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-f7U_aY5ywTs/TuLP0ADHOPI/AAAAAAAAHTc/DTwtYKjSf7Q/Celeste%252520and%252520Me_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">What a busy few weeks I have had traveling around the US!! I just returned back from a wonderful visit to Palo Alto, California to visit my sister! I was also able to stop by and finally meet designer, Celeste Randolph of </span><a href="http://ambianceinteriors.net/about/#team"><span style="font-size:130%;">Ambiance Interiors.</span></a> <span style="font-size:130%;">Here we are enjoying the spectacular California sunshine on her back patio!</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4tQJRwTPU34/TuLP0ygMdEI/AAAAAAAAHWc/sf4-25xkhnw/s1600-h/Celeste%252520Randolph%252520-%252520Christopher_Peacock_2%25255B1%25255D.png"><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4tQJRwTPU34/TuLP0ygMdEI/AAAAAAAAHWg/5m_AaPMga7M/s1600-h/Celeste%252520Randolph%252520-%252520Christopher_Peacock_2%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Celeste Randolph - Christopher_Peacock_2" border="0" alt="Celeste Randolph - Christopher_Peacock_2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Vki9G4xPgQc/TuLP2cNyqBI/AAAAAAAAHTw/tMtV6S4KS3I/Celeste%252520Randolph%252520-%252520Christopher_Peacock_2_thumb%25255B2%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="604" height="404" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I am sure you all remember Celeste’s gorgeous kitchen that was featured on WD last year! You can read more about it </span><a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2009/10/inspired-by-christopher-peacock.html"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">! And if you missed it make sure you do take a peek – It is just awesome!! Celeste was such a wonderful host and we had a great time getting better acquainted! Thanks Celeste it was such a treat!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-v7AS82wEIh8/TuLP2zfsu7I/AAAAAAAAHT4/Gkc6f1lUQKo/s1600-h/Kym%252520with%252520chair%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Kym with chair" border="0" alt="Kym with chair" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-BA243ahbL4I/TuLP3DR0dDI/AAAAAAAAHUA/dAAajGhLDnQ/Kym%252520with%252520chair_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I wish I could have traveled down to Southern California and had a visit with my dear friend, Kymberley Fraser, creator of the 3 Fine Grains textile line and the owner of the fabulous store, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/A-Beautiful-Mess-Antiques/156338971066478">A Beautiful Mess</a>.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-T2aNcAhxLe0/TuLP3jGdiPI/AAAAAAAAHUI/VinQKUW0OjI/s1600-h/Kym%2525202%252520Chair%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Kym 2 Chair" border="0" alt="Kym 2 Chair" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-_4P8AxpZmTM/TuLP4FR2wiI/AAAAAAAAHUQ/4erR0k2RHxM/Kym%2525202%252520Chair_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Once again Kym has “wowed” us with her phenomenal designs made from authentic, original antique German grainsacks. Each year, like an angel from above, Kym gives WD readers a chance to own one of her gorgeous creations!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-AjcVh1Yvom8/TuLP4ioJ1_I/AAAAAAAAHUY/Fe2DVAh66AM/s1600-h/Kym%252520grain%252520sack%252520tree%252520%2525282%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Kym grain sack tree (2)" border="0" alt="Kym grain sack tree (2)" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-DSveWorjXu0/TuLP43XxXNI/AAAAAAAAHUg/a8A1RxwA6EA/Kym%252520grain%252520sack%252520tree%252520%2525282%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">You might remember the wonderful Grainsack Christmas Tree we gave away last year; above is one of the trees available this year. Let’s have a look at the rest of Kym’s new Holiday Line:</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-nwlys51_RG0/TuLP5Q2kqZI/AAAAAAAAHUo/T1fd40STB4g/s1600-h/Crown%252520ornaments%252520Kym%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Crown ornaments Kym" border="0" alt="Crown ornaments Kym" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-K5o_AzzQjKg/TuLP5nSwrKI/AAAAAAAAHUw/6xIWCSABiOA/Crown%252520ornaments%252520Kym_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="337" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">She creates the most amazing ornaments, like these antique linen hearts with crowns. Perfect for the queen of the house!!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hWE-ONcT9os/TuLP6EyOC-I/AAAAAAAAHU4/3SwhFBVS_fo/s1600-h/Kym%252520ornament%252520tree%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Kym ornament tree" border="0" alt="Kym ornament tree" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5GMv3wWBSjs/TuLP6u6fDTI/AAAAAAAAHVA/LsWbtxDtAvY/Kym%252520ornament%252520tree_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="581" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">And these fabulous monogram ornaments made from grainsack remnants!</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-1CE7ZFZW3yw/TuLP60nSLrI/AAAAAAAAHVI/bXqJB-tubJQ/s1600-h/albums%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="albums" border="0" alt="albums" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bF1ZL2ShZyk/TuLP7UI-ErI/AAAAAAAAHVQ/3kP3Rk2H3qk/albums_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="337" /></a> </span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Another new item are the grainsack covered photo albums - Love these!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KBCXpaPG1Xs/TuLP7qA-FdI/AAAAAAAAHVY/lGojfYNy2qs/s1600-h/Kym%252520line%252520up%252520of%252520stockings%252520%2525282%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Kym line up of stockings (2)" border="0" alt="Kym line up of stockings (2)" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-C0KG1pcUTLI/TuLP7-z-u2I/AAAAAAAAHVg/5EHGQKkPOcg/Kym%252520line%252520up%252520of%252520stockings%252520%2525282%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="337" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Kym has such incredible talent – here are her signature grainsack stockings! Aren’t they beautiful?!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-MuNc-tu4tJ4/TuLP8awLyFI/AAAAAAAAHVo/RqWIO_asKPI/s1600-h/Tree%252520skirt%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Tree skirt" border="0" alt="Tree skirt" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-MkRp8ZcE3Y0/TuLP85KAzPI/AAAAAAAAHVw/N7pJgrBD0-E/Tree%252520skirt_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="754" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">And above is the GIVEWAY – I am so giddy just announcing it! Kym has given us a gorgeous Christmas Tree Skirt. It is handmade from authentic, original, antique German grainsacks. It is lined on the back side with burlap and has a burlap rope trim going all around it. It measures 60" and it retails for $725!!! Awesome, right?!!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-LyHGOVOcq6E/TuLP9k8P5rI/AAAAAAAAHV4/HuUkZKyffes/s1600-h/Kym%252520Sugar%252520plum%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Kym Sugar plum" border="0" alt="Kym Sugar plum" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-1QSB0tp0dg4/TuLP-JB12mI/AAAAAAAAHWA/ragMLfHMZO8/Kym%252520Sugar%252520plum_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="1136" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">To enter to win just leave a comment below. For an extra chance to win begin following A Beautiful Mess on Facebook click <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/A-Beautiful-Mess-Antiques/156338971066478">HERE</a>. For a third chance to win begin following Willow Décor on my Facebook page <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Willow-Decor/178239578868796#!/pages/Willow-Decor/178239578868796?sk=wall">HERE</a>. Finally re-tweet this post on Twitter and have another chance!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5Vf-8ZRiwCs/TuLP-icPydI/AAAAAAAAHWI/JDB4mqzA6QA/s1600-h/wreath%252520on%252520the%252520door%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="wreath on the door" border="0" alt="wreath on the door" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-UE1XJRZAO6Q/TuLQEsaRNGI/AAAAAAAAHWk/_d8fq4mQXVA/wreath%252520on%252520the%252520door_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="649" /></span></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, you can contact Kym at (805) 630-3727 and she will ship them out right away! A huge “Thank You” to Kym and best of luck to everyone! I will announce a winner next Saturday! Good Luck!!</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(Photo credits: </span><a href="http://dustyluinteriors.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-size:78%;">Lu Tapp Photography</span></a><span style="font-size:78%;">, French Kissed)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com235tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-64480458143939837392011-11-20T18:51:00.000-05:002011-11-20T18:55:51.496-05:00Dreamy Cape Cod Shingle Style Home<p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Ogwll_wTtJU/TslxiAu22lI/AAAAAAAAHQ8/Ya7_EXjsCd4/s1600-h/Dewing%2525204%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Dewing 4" border="0" alt="Dewing 4" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-pZyh68xSuU4/TslxiS-wX7I/AAAAAAAAHRE/E3vK6Bzo9xE/Dewing%2525204_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="736" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">On a waterfront lot in Buzzards Bay, part of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Dewing and Schmid Architects designed the most amazing home.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jVPumrdWtS0/Tslxi25kq1I/AAAAAAAAHRM/w7MwRpko_kQ/s1600-h/dewing%2525201%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="dewing 1" border="0" alt="dewing 1" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6mbbruqfc6s/TslxjXKcjDI/AAAAAAAAHRQ/2XftS1TjjkU/dewing%2525201_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="436" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The family wanted a compound and they created a perfect retreat. A main house has five bedrooms with a two car garage and apartment above the garage, as well as a pool and pool house/guest house.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-boX_tgQhBmg/Tslxj8PDNJI/AAAAAAAAHRc/KohimHBP4F0/s1600-h/Dewing%2525202%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Dewing 2" border="0" alt="Dewing 2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-2fKok60w-Xg/TslxkCBLeMI/AAAAAAAAHRk/AvNY31C_fGc/Dewing%2525202_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="436" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Every room has direct views of the water and the shingle style house is designed with a wonderful abundance of porches to capture the spectacular views. Notice the covered porch on the second story to the right.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-io5XiEgXbvs/Tslxkj_OoaI/AAAAAAAAHRs/Gkb0MgR23vg/s1600-h/dewing%2525205%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="dewing 5" border="0" alt="dewing 5" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Q7DTuGt72WQ/TslxkzMghrI/AAAAAAAAHR0/ztNGbOD-32I/dewing%2525205_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="436" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a closer look. What an amazing view of the ocean!</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-c7KLWuFfhPk/Tslxlc7oWZI/AAAAAAAAHR8/Yt8nZLOZmPo/s1600-h/Dewing%2525203%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Dewing 3" border="0" alt="Dewing 3" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ll6z6dcIFsE/Tslxl5_ZNtI/AAAAAAAAHSE/oElv2BLlFBE/Dewing%2525203_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="436" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Interior Designer, James Radin choose the gorgeous muted color palette. Soft blue accents in antique glass seltzer bottles and glass buoy floats compliment the blues of the ocean views. I love the step down dining and living areas. </span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-vcPS6nop_dE/TslxmE-mElI/AAAAAAAAHSI/R0rNhqgWmNY/s1600-h/Dewing%2525204%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Dewing 4" border="0" alt="Dewing 4" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-sOZKoY9EGRM/TslxmqhLJCI/AAAAAAAAHSQ/QHOjRhz0qyE/Dewing%2525204_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="736" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Dewing and Schmid Architects are masters at creating wonderful nooks to capture views and provide an oasis for quiet moments of reflection, like this built in desk with porthole window.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-FeJRrvj_qv4/TslxoCN-V3I/AAAAAAAAHSc/ABiiXW92ANg/s1600-h/Dewing%2525206%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Dewing 6" border="0" alt="Dewing 6" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-D4tkqgrHsz0/TslxoSq6FlI/AAAAAAAAHSk/he1LXIuNfDI/Dewing%2525206_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="436" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Bathrooms are equally muted relying on the beauty of marble to speak for itself. Notice the curve of each vanity – almost as lovely as the ocean view.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Wp9o0vrcbV4/Tslxo4FPFEI/AAAAAAAAHSs/a29Eth7Wfcc/s1600-h/dewing%2525207%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="dewing 7" border="0" alt="dewing 7" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-p2mLVyHfOHs/TslxpMUXU1I/AAAAAAAAHS0/ctyY-VluWy0/dewing%2525207_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="882" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">No family compound is complete without a stunning pool/guest house. Again designer, Radin, keeps the palette soft and neutral so as not to compete with the lovely architecture or the views.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--5FlFnnnuE8/Tslxpr7BhVI/AAAAAAAAHS8/CV9r8-XVDqU/s1600-h/dewing%2525208%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="dewing 8" border="0" alt="dewing 8" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XsMHPUWSC9M/Tslxp0ELuhI/AAAAAAAAHTA/L2qzNBjNb60/dewing%2525208_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="436" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Finally a view of the pool – I know you'll agree this home adds to the beauty of Cape Cod. To learn more about this house click </span><a href="http://www.dsarch.com/pdf/bay_view.pdf"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">. To see more of Dewing and Schmid Architects click </span><a href="http://www.dsarch.com/"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(all photos Dewing and Schmid Architects – Content property of Willow Décor and not to be copied with out permission)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-58333400323124151842011-11-05T17:22:00.000-04:002011-11-05T17:34:43.423-04:00Inspirational Shopping–Close by and On line!<p align="center"><font size="4"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-W9mo4PmiK40/TrWpKzFah_I/AAAAAAAAHK0/2DVcP5w_5qs/s1600-h/pinestraw%252520bag%25255B1%25255D.png"><font size="4"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-W9mo4PmiK40/TrWpKzFah_I/AAAAAAAAHK0/2DVcP5w_5qs/s1600-h/pinestraw%252520bag%25255B1%25255D.png"><font size="4"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-W9mo4PmiK40/TrWpKzFah_I/AAAAAAAAHK0/2DVcP5w_5qs/s1600-h/pinestraw%252520bag%25255B1%25255D.png"><font size="4"><font size="4"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-W9mo4PmiK40/TrWpKzFah_I/AAAAAAAAHK0/2DVcP5w_5qs/s1600-h/pinestraw%252520bag%25255B1%25255D.png"><font size="4"></a></font></a></font></font></a></font></a></font></a></font><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4"><a><font size="4"><a><font size="4"><a><font size="4"><font size="4"><a><font size="4"></a></font></font></font></a></font></font></a></font><a><font size="4"></a></font></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-7VYLZp7knMg/TrWr7RYaO_I/AAAAAAAAHQA/ZHV9fD-id3Y/s1600-h/Studio%252520one%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Studio one" border="0" alt="Studio one" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-cTaUb7wq7Oo/TrWr7qNnGYI/AAAAAAAAHQI/2avUt9Na5Mo/Studio%252520one_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="416"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">I love finding new shops and on line sites with unique items– especially with the Holidays coming up. I wanted to share with a few of my all time favorites and some of my new finds! First, for those of you in the Boston area one of my new favorite shops is </font><a href="http://pinestrawshop.blogspot.com/"><font size="4">Pine Straw</font></a><font size="4"> in Wellesley!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5YQDWcGmwjg/TrWpMLWAUBI/AAAAAAAAHLM/Cw-3pclVfUY/s1600-h/PS%252521%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PS!" border="0" alt="PS!" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-i42m6MCqSEw/TrWpMdYcKXI/AAAAAAAAHLU/HJBYJTXrLJo/PS%252521_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="554" height="396"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">This shop is decked out with cool architectural elements and walls covered in antique barn wood. It is a perfect spot to find a unique hostess gift, or a great little home accessory. </font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-YhLDZYNUqT8/TrWpMvsr1pI/AAAAAAAAHLc/2fu6ry3-0II/s1600-h/Tin%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Tin" border="0" alt="Tin" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-iQ0tQWQyCCc/TrWpOKiMzmI/AAAAAAAAHLk/2T5EooXNk34/Tin_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="404"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">I love the new tin place card holders I just bought- </font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hgCyF8pn0uA/TrWpOo-IcqI/AAAAAAAAHLs/gE2N5LsBNmY/s1600-h/wine%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="wine" border="0" alt="wine" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-yOALVgdE894/TrWpPI8gI1I/AAAAAAAAHL0/9bwnkpzEudg/wine_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="399"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">and the old glass doorknob that is a wine stopper, but there is so much more!!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-B4PVJF-uJXU/TrWpPQYbCjI/AAAAAAAAHL8/2A_k39qv1A0/s1600-h/ps2%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="ps2" border="0" alt="ps2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-HT3cqVnP61k/TrWpP8nofLI/AAAAAAAAHME/gWaKRBDyR-g/ps2_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="565"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Owner Tracy Cranley also has selected some beautiful jewelry, sweaters and bags – perfect gifts for the holidays! </font></p> <p align="center"><a><font size="4"><a><font size="4"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-riNmbam39NI/TrWpQoGE9QI/AAAAAAAAHMM/AdMpJLOc1C4/s1600-h/pinestraw%252520bag%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="pinestraw bag" border="0" alt="pinestraw bag" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-cCRAvnJJpzk/TrWpRYn6cKI/AAAAAAAAHMU/oaoY04wjzBQ/pinestraw%252520bag_thumb%25255B2%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="404" height="537"></a></font></a></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">You can read more about </font><a href="http://pinestrawshop.blogspot.com/"><font size="4">Pine Straw HERE</font></a><font size="4">.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-DPF1WWxRPGk/TrWpR6SNv5I/AAAAAAAAHMc/2gFldlRZJUc/s1600-h/imagesCAVTXXUO%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="imagesCAVTXXUO" border="0" alt="imagesCAVTXXUO" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gkqvpfdGNAY/TrWpSIfrTAI/AAAAAAAAHMk/l6aMqT-VcHw/imagesCAVTXXUO_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="604" height="106"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">For the most chic and stylish items all in one place you must double click over to Splendid Willow Avenue (SWA) . Created by Famous Blogger, Monika Claassen of Splendid Willow, her on line store is a dream!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-pbi2HgUIxcM/TrWpStcc6FI/AAAAAAAAHMs/d1l9VhCFIUM/s1600-h/SW%252520BOOTS%25255B6%25255D.png"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="SW BOOTS" border="0" alt="SW BOOTS" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-CM2V617qeqQ/TrWpTWYEUCI/AAAAAAAAHM0/FTrLxnGXfCw/SW%252520BOOTS_thumb%25255B2%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="404" height="297"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">You might remember Monika started her store with her wonderful Isla Jacobsen boots which I featured last year – read about them </font><a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2010/12/splendid-willow-launches-new-store.html"><font size="4">HERE</font></a><font size="4">. I own a pair myself, and following Monika’s keen advice I packed them for my trip last year to Aspen. I wore them during Fashion Week and felt ever so cool and “in the know”!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-p6eJsc4_gAc/TrWpThJSRWI/AAAAAAAAHM8/QBP2pM4R8pI/s1600-h/SW%252520Sheep%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="SW Sheep" border="0" alt="SW Sheep" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6MCbbDiVjis/TrWpUO_p50I/AAAAAAAAHNE/8vLErZusRPw/SW%252520Sheep_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="451"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Monika has since expanded to home furnishings, like this awesome sheepskin rug.</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2J677-jQjNI/TrWpUbKxbqI/AAAAAAAAHNM/S3aDcG_LyRI/s1600-h/SW%252520Duster%252520long%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="SW Duster long" border="0" alt="SW Duster long" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-lJCapp9I7wA/TrWpUgYLKtI/AAAAAAAAHNU/cpibCFWM7zA/SW%252520Duster%252520long_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="451"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">But what is so exciting is Monika’s new line of clothes by JARBO – Europeans have a high standards for quality and style and these clothes are really stunning. I just love the new duster – Wear it one way and it’s a great duster… </font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-YR9I_SDh7wk/TrWpUzSGO3I/AAAAAAAAHNc/fuLbWLBqmuE/s1600-h/SW%252520duster%252520short%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="SW duster short" border="0" alt="SW duster short" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-geec6wolPek/TrWpVFqWUrI/AAAAAAAAHNk/todjI7LEAxc/SW%252520duster%252520short_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="451"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Upside down and it’s a chic wrap. Love this!! Monika’s style is classy, cool and hip.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4"> </font><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-3v4Bd2lYlLA/TrWpVopukCI/AAAAAAAAHNo/_SxI8PzomNE/s1600-h/SW%252520Tuck_dressOX%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="SW Tuck_dressOX" border="0" alt="SW Tuck_dressOX" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-M3DMXEtfxu8/TrWpWCtmhUI/AAAAAAAAHN4/_9pIzEZbIh4/SW%252520Tuck_dressOX_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="451"></font></a><font size="4"> </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">I also love this dress – just stunning!! ( Hubby, if you are reading this, please order one of these for me for the Holidays!) You can read Monika’s blog </font><a href="http://splendidwillow.com/"><font size="4">HERE</font></a><font size="4">, and connect to her store Splendid Willow Avenue </font><a href="http://www.splendidwillowavenue.com/"><font size="4">HERE</font></a><font size="4">.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-J8mETjY9oxM/TrWpWicUcRI/AAAAAAAAHOE/RY6S_xrZ55s/s1600-h/bc%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="bc" border="0" alt="bc" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uxh5-sMebd8/TrWpW0OAHlI/AAAAAAAAHOM/PnjiPtuhvr0/bc_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="222"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Next stop is a favorite for myself and for my clients: Boston Consignment. What a huge inventory they have- every month it feels like a brand new store!! Here are some of their new items that caught my eye!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-UR5IXX8DwtI/TrWpXFP8a3I/AAAAAAAAHOU/blH2Dtk84Fs/s1600-h/BC%252520lamp%252520Barbara%252520Cosgrove%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="BC lamp Barbara Cosgrove" border="0" alt="BC lamp Barbara Cosgrove" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--Fg2r0zQEHY/TrWpXdHColI/AAAAAAAAHOc/GN6t76pV7XA/BC%252520lamp%252520Barbara%252520Cosgrove_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="537"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">A great silver lamp by Barbara Cosgrove – What wonderful lines!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-32SWeqZYd78/TrWpXzY9y2I/AAAAAAAAHOk/YN7q7un8ef4/s1600-h/BS%252520Mirror%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="BS Mirror" border="0" alt="BS Mirror" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2DfDaevLfGU/TrWpYGK-A8I/AAAAAAAAHOs/lgswSqfQbJM/BS%252520Mirror_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="354" height="820"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">And they always have a fabulous selection of mirrors – like this one above</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uUMYY7ANmps/TrWpYduFf8I/AAAAAAAAHO0/0mmAyEyb5oE/s1600-h/BC%252520mirror%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><font size="4"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="BC mirror" border="0" alt="BC mirror" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-u2EWw1KmuAk/TrWpYmFSh5I/AAAAAAAAHO8/CTxao6m7DaU/BC%252520mirror_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="441" height="587"></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">And this wonderful antique one! You can see their inventory and get more contact information for Boston Consignments </font><a href="http://www.bostonconsigns.com/index.shtml"><font size="4">HERE.</font></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Aign2LmT4FE/TrWpY0lBvVI/AAAAAAAAHQQ/1UWG0jBEg7s/s1600-h/bowl3.jpg"><font size="4"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Aign2LmT4FE/TrWpY0lBvVI/AAAAAAAAHQU/ZBFZZWKRnt0/s1600-h/bowl4.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="bowl" border="0" alt="bowl" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-j1WUVTdwYoM/TrWpZiSZWzI/AAAAAAAAHPQ/KXK7X-F4zlI/bowl_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="454"></a></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">I also wanted to share my most recent favorite ETSY find – I adore these bowls from Suite One Studios – </font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Husf5rftHRE/TrWpZ2gw5wI/AAAAAAAAHQY/mzaw0r0Soz8/s1600-h/Suite-One-Studio3.jpg"><font size="4"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Husf5rftHRE/TrWpZ2gw5wI/AAAAAAAAHQc/Md1GU4MDlU8/s1600-h/Suite-One-Studio4.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Suite One Studio" border="0" alt="Suite One Studio" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CuX-mCVccDk/TrWpasXeM6I/AAAAAAAAHPk/c3ntjNqSoAk/Suite%252520One%252520Studio_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="352"></a></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Just a spectacular shade of turquoise in wonderful, organic shapes. You can see more of her beautiful work </font><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/80781504/porcelain-bowl-set-two-tiny-caribbean?ref=v1_other_1"><font size="4">HERE</font></a><font size="4">.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Finally, I am cleaning out my attic and basement and have so many items that need new homes. Do you all think I should offer them for sale on WD or provide you the links to Craigslist or EBAY?? Very interested in your comments on this!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">Hope you enjoyed our cyber shopping trip!! Would love to hear your favorite stops!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4">xxx-Gina</font> <p align="center"><font size="1">(all content property of Willow Décor and not be copied with out permission)</font></p> Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-41319260435032298992011-10-24T07:20:00.000-04:002011-10-24T07:18:52.546-04:00Re-working My Home– From Conservatory to Library<p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-klkmnPH6lp4/TqSi6z-q2qI/AAAAAAAAHHE/m89UB-dXAGk/s1600-h/Library20to20Sunroom_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Library20to20Sunroom_thumb1" border="0" alt="Library20to20Sunroom_thumb1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--_MHEdsbo3Y/TqSi7K2jRcI/AAAAAAAAHHM/94pXEvz6mhs/Library20to20Sunroom_thumb1_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="604" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">You have all followed the décor of my Conservatory.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZXOGd1fXhkg/TqSi7pXPDjI/AAAAAAAAHHU/SWl6ZtpnRQI/s1600-h/Conservatory-0_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Conservatory-0_thumb1" border="0" alt="Conservatory-0_thumb1" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-kMbYZbA0p2A/TqSi8OPmnrI/AAAAAAAAHHc/orqhI7BPkBI/Conservatory-0_thumb1_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="335" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">My wonderful framed intaglios, (Dave hanging them just right), my crystal and mercury glass holiday decorations, landscaping the gardens beyond. But, what you may not know, is how little this room has been used over the past year.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-JtavpstP2c0/TqSi8jHpL4I/AAAAAAAAHHk/76HVnrgM8D0/s1600-h/Conservatory-2_thumb7%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Conservatory-2_thumb7" border="0" alt="Conservatory-2_thumb7" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-W4mgOPU0jkE/TqSi9G6H5JI/AAAAAAAAHHs/RibKCoqPPi0/Conservatory-2_thumb7_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="594" height="284" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"> </span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">You see I believe this is one of the most beautiful rooms in my home. I used to love to sit with my children and listen to them practice scales and new songs. But alas, homework, sports and friends have distracted them and sadly I am giving up every Mother’s fight “You need to practice your piano!” – They have moved on to other things and finally so must I.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-K6yTOjCAaFk/TqSi9qm0ejI/AAAAAAAAHH0/qU0GNZazC5A/s1600-h/Conservatory-3_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Conservatory-3_thumb1" border="0" alt="Conservatory-3_thumb1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-mc9w2rP_B1o/TqSi-Gt0oiI/AAAAAAAAHH8/nK_BkLyhrTU/Conservatory-3_thumb1_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="337" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">So what to do with this room? My husband has always wished for a library. A wonderful wood paneled space to work, read and relax. So we have decided to say goodbye to the piano and hello to a new library. </span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-g_db4BVqNAY/TqSi-jkf7qI/AAAAAAAAHIE/RVNbMulLzS0/s1600-h/C-Brinkley-Tower-hill-Great-Room-3_t%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="C-Brinkley-Tower-hill-Great-Room-3_t" border="0" alt="C-Brinkley-Tower-hill-Great-Room-3_t" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Co0KN1eadfo/TqSi-zeSfxI/AAAAAAAAHIM/ZNtp3zVsjJI/C-Brinkley-Tower-hill-Great-Room-3_t_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="346" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here are some of my inspiration photos. This is Christie Brinkley’s Great Room of her Tower Hill home. Not quite a library but I have always loved the light wood and the detailing on her crown molding. The room is beautiful, and with windows on two sides the light is similar to my Conservatory.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-NiLD3jHI2_w/TqSi-1YbjDI/AAAAAAAAHIU/z6yt3Go8pkk/s1600-h/Library20to20Sunroom_thumb6%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Library20to20Sunroom_thumb6" border="0" alt="Library20to20Sunroom_thumb6" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XqwZk-PelGQ/TqSi_bHEMRI/AAAAAAAAHIc/wa73a1A6tX0/Library20to20Sunroom_thumb6_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="404" height="604" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">This has been in my files for a long time. I found this wonderful room on MLS. I adore the wood ceiling, leaded glass bookcases and glass arched door.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6IggasyQ_Vg/TqSi_iYVBhI/AAAAAAAAHIk/C2dzsxdL7A4/s1600-h/library-Ms-howard.jpg-2_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="library-Ms-howard.jpg-2_thumb1" border="0" alt="library-Ms-howard.jpg-2_thumb1" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-oB_dyCLf2WQ/TqSi_yCGWGI/AAAAAAAAHIs/0CmF7nAEkNk/library-Ms-howard.jpg-2_thumb1_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="632" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">This room, from Mrs. Howard, really shows the type of wood I want. I love the paneling, although this room has much higher ceilings and is much more grand than my smaller space.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-sbECyJBNMKI/TqSjAY8CDzI/AAAAAAAAHI0/h5Q6BLDLhdw/s1600-h/library-Ms-howard_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="library-Ms-howard_thumb1" border="0" alt="library-Ms-howard_thumb1" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-sCYjR2KYTSQ/TqSjAmvoCyI/AAAAAAAAHI8/wcto4CeoWOA/library-Ms-howard_thumb1_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="344" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">These light tones are perfect, but I do not like so many knots in the wood. This room also from Mrs. Howard.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-RrbLfjKpkmQ/TqSjBaT7SvI/AAAAAAAAHJE/J91aLfHi8bA/s1600-h/David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb22%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb22" border="0" alt="David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb22" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Z5INTpL2ZpM/TqSjCQrstwI/AAAAAAAAHJM/lUOWP8vS9No/David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb22_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="498" height="512" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I am sure you remember my adoration of David Easton’s library in Aspen. This light wood is limed and then washed with grey antiquing glaze. This is interesting as my painted doors will need to be stripped and a glaze may make the new wood and the old wood much easier to match.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mZ-Z1i_TVdo/TqSjC3nTMJI/AAAAAAAAHJU/jJeJce3j9Nw/s1600-h/Conservatory-1_thumb20%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Conservatory-1_thumb20" border="0" alt="Conservatory-1_thumb20" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-alXe0sdQLDU/TqSjDXZI4II/AAAAAAAAHJc/HeKZ7dhXvp0/Conservatory-1_thumb20_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="522" height="333" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">If you look closely you will notice I only have one wall for bookcases to the right. It is also very narrow from wall to door molding. The Conservatory is very open to the Living Room right now, so I will need to add some doors. I want to keep the light coming in and do not want to lose too much space with swinging doors. I love pocket doors but I am afraid it will close off the room too much. However, it would give me another area for more bookcases. Hmm – lots of choices to make.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-PGm9a5XK_gc/TqSjD9T45SI/AAAAAAAAHJk/3Ppl-ZjDUyo/s1600-h/Doors-for-Living-room_thumb8%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="Doors-for-Living-room_thumb8" border="0" alt="Doors-for-Living-room_thumb8" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-GVPI-mWOGcc/TqSjEIzfA6I/AAAAAAAAHJs/jF4gn3NvTO8/Doors-for-Living-room_thumb8_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="456" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">These glass does are similar to what I want. They slide over themselves so I won’t lose any space, but I prefer them to have glass to the floor.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uAqrWTVYkug/TqSjEQn_zEI/AAAAAAAAHJ0/BoKvSH4VJsE/s1600-h/2517ODonnell118_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="2517ODonnell118_thumb" border="0" alt="2517ODonnell118_thumb" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rcMo-3UKaGQ/TqSjEjRiPmI/AAAAAAAAHJ8/nYOfSidOoQo/2517ODonnell118_thumb_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="337" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I like the arch over the bar in this library. It mimics the arches of my French doors. I wonder if my wall with the intaglios should have an bookcase with and arch.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-9y5KLfN-3Jk/TqSjE9nSUMI/AAAAAAAAHKE/JQ_4iikhp-Q/s1600-h/library_thumb8%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="library_thumb8" border="0" alt="library_thumb8" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-DDbbn4isZvc/TqSjGjHRWxI/AAAAAAAAHKM/93a3sK8Gguw/library_thumb8_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="336" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Here is a wonderful arched window in a library just being built down the street from me. The bookcase is straight, even though the main window has an arch.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-wMGoNGXexPs/TqSjG0IDElI/AAAAAAAAHKU/trtv6LBwSlc/s1600-h/libraryback-wall_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="libraryback-wall_thumb" border="0" alt="libraryback-wall_thumb" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Gggi3jHWrPc/TqSjHD-yaII/AAAAAAAAHKc/j1C_bCFFzHE/libraryback-wall_thumb_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="339" /></a></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I love the niche in this library for the couch. If I create a niche I think I would place Dave’s desk in front of it but should the niche be arched? I think this niche would have looked great with an arch.</span></p><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SIjPIeXsUXA/TqSjHRWownI/AAAAAAAAHKk/IENQ1aEmsNo/s1600-h/library-Farifax-and-Sammons_thumb2%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="library-Farifax-and-Sammons_thumb2" border="0" alt="library-Farifax-and-Sammons_thumb2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-G0eFALNHGak/TqSjHyIapUI/AAAAAAAAHKs/bjnrrhQAmCM/library-Farifax-and-Sammons_thumb2_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="454" height="585" /></a></p><p align="center" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:130%;">This Library from Fairfax and Sammons is a bit closer to what I was thinking, but the arch is much too deep for my space. It would definitely need to be scaled back.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">I am hoping to have the sketches done by the end of November, but as you can see we are still in the design phase, so let me know your thoughts! Light wood or darker wood? Stained or Glazed? Glass sliding doors or closing in the room a bit with pocket doors? Arched bookcase or straight? This is turning into such a fun project! Excited to hear your thoughts!</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com31tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-937941379206345163.post-15032689789301105692011-10-18T08:21:00.000-04:002011-10-18T08:33:06.922-04:00Stunning Aspen Home<p align="center"><a href="file:///C:/Users/Gina/AppData/Local/Temp/WindowsLiveWriter-429641856/supfiles4B6D25/David-easton-Veranda-47.png"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6QL7zGUgNPE/TprK9xNqALI/AAAAAAAAHDM/RGEd80mxqac/s1600-h/David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb2%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb2" border="0" alt="David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-vOF0shnuJrE/TprK-gPh7yI/AAAAAAAAHDU/yFppoyvwE48/David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb2_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="427" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Last Spring when we were in Aspen<em> </em>I was flipping through a wonderful local, mountain magazine and spied the most incredible home. Built by a Connecticut couple, it was not your typical heavy, dark wood and stone fireplace mountain retreat.<em> </em>Designed and decorated by the famous David Easton, I immediately tore out the pages to keep in my inspiration file. Fast forward to September and again I spy the same beautiful retreat. I am even more smitten with new images in Veranda Magazine. Of course this house is worthy of 10 magazine shoots so I wanted to share it with you in case you missed it.</span></p><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-xmF5F6ydf44/TprK_UpP_-I/AAAAAAAAHDc/PUb5NeMA6RM/s1600-h/David-easton-Veranda-1_thumb2%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-easton-Veranda-1_thumb2" border="0" alt="David-easton-Veranda-1_thumb2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-nRrRyQgxOvM/TprLAbxmzDI/AAAAAAAAHDk/3CA4tQq4dBI/David-easton-Veranda-1_thumb2_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="671" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The entry is stunning! All the wood in the home was limed, brushed to bring up the grain, and then washed in a pale gray and antique glaze. The effect is a lighter Scandinavian feeling – and it is a stunning change from the usual mountain décor.</span></p><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-DbTN739o3do/TprLBHNHoWI/AAAAAAAAHDs/7d8fCQDwSZ0/s1600-h/David-Easton-Veranda-3_thumb9%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-Easton-Veranda-3_thumb9" border="0" alt="David-Easton-Veranda-3_thumb9" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4_gjA1D3cQI/TprLB4lGVGI/AAAAAAAAHD0/JkQtvqOcsp0/David-Easton-Veranda-3_thumb9_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="479" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The dining area is beautiful. Notice the gorgeous hand painted wallpaper; it was carefully recreated from a palace in Stockholm. The crystal chandelier adds just the perfect amount of elegance and sparkle and the limestone fireplace completes the room.</span></p><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-R9p9l2TgxDM/TprLCpvEi3I/AAAAAAAAHD8/XLwhh66TVFw/s1600-h/David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb1" border="0" alt="David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QCSzu77ow0E/TprLDP0dXjI/AAAAAAAAHEE/D3uVys_xvsc/David-easton-Veranda-4_thumb1_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="427" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The Great room is a stunning mix of soft blues, creams and taupes. The view is as spectacular as the room décor. David Easton reminds us how to design a room where the decor compliments rather than competes with the view. Very few designers could orchestrate this as masterfully as Easton. This room is breathtaking.</span></p><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-T9VyAwERCP8/TprLDlduv9I/AAAAAAAAHEM/HrLEZ2-VTig/s1600-h/David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb4%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb4" border="0" alt="David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb4" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-QpyG5RZSOQM/TprLEerWs1I/AAAAAAAAHEU/0ZkikoD3mjs/David-Easton-Veranda-2_thumb4_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="518" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">In the library we see a better close up of the wood tones.This particular room has been an inspiration for me in my home. I am in the process of creating a room with a very similar feeling in the near future so stay tuned.</span></p><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LZWNFQ2qdGQ/TprLFBZDVJI/AAAAAAAAHEc/s2w4madoB-U/s1600-h/David-Easton-Veranda-6_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.png"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-Easton-Veranda-6_thumb1" border="0" alt="David-Easton-Veranda-6_thumb1" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VbHBe5h34sc/TprLF-LRUEI/AAAAAAAAHEk/gIiR2YBBUqs/David-Easton-Veranda-6_thumb1_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="504" height="663" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The master bedroom is another spectacular space. The iron bed, Chelsea textile linens, antique rug and limestone fireplace just make me swoon. What do you think readers – would you love to ski all day on the mountains of Aspen and then return to this gorgeous home. I am not sure I would ever even get to slopes!</span></p><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-t7Tpl7rs7Z8/TprLGLpW8uI/AAAAAAAAHEs/dVfgSUXw3zQ/s1600-h/David-Easton-book_thumb1%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="BACKGROUND-IMAGE: none; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" title="David-Easton-book_thumb1" border="0" alt="David-Easton-book_thumb1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-oB8YN8IJLso/TprLGaKV6FI/AAAAAAAAHE0/J9clBPgpIjs/David-Easton-book_thumb1_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="304" height="387" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span">I own and love Easton’s book </span><strong style="FONT-SIZE: large">Timeless Elegance</strong><span class="Apple-style-span">. You can order it </span></span><a style="FONT-SIZE: large" href="http://www.amazon.com/Timeless-Elegance-Houses-David-Easton/dp/1584798653"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span"><span style="font-size:130%;">. To see more of David Easton’s work click </span><a href="http://www.davideastoninc.com/"><span style="font-size:130%;">HERE</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">.</span></span></p><br /><p align="center"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:78%;">(All content property of Willow Décor and not be copied with out permission – Photos: Laura Resen/Veranda)</span></p>Willow Decorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03792285019821194768noreply@blogger.com23