For as long as I can remember, I’ve found visits to favorite blog sites, a good shelter magazine, design books and actual visits to pretty homes, comforting. They are not just inspirational but they seem to transport me and lower my blood pressure. 🙂
Sometimes it can be a vignette that catches my attention and I’m happy.
Discovering a well-designed room, by a designer that is new to me, makes me smile.
Jared Hughes Design is an Atlanta designer. His projects include a traditional design with a global influence. I love the two rooms below, just the right about of blue and white beauty.
I only recently discovered Amber Lewis. Her website All Sorts Of is filled with inspirational ideas.
Rooms with a splash of blue and white always catch my attention.
Gardens have once again taken a large amount of my attention, but pretty rooms will always be a happy place for me.
xo
Garden, Home & Party 
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After Orange County said:
Hi Karen, it’s always a pleasant surprise to find notification of a new blog post from you arrive in my in box. I too take a lot of pleasure in the beauty of good design and love discovering new designers and great design blogs. As you say, it does “transport” one to a happy place. Thanks for transporting me this morning.
Karen B. said:
Celia,
I’ve been surprised that I’m enjoying posting once more. I’ve retired my corporate life and restarted my garden business. It’s a new adventure. Thank you for stopping by.
Karen
Vicki said:
Hi Karen, you always have such good recommendations. I keep seeing Amber Lewis’ name and haven’t followed through – now I see that she’s a must-visit. I definitely need to look at Jared Hughes’ portfolio for my blog. All of those rooms are so homey and comforting.
Karen B. said:
Vicki,
It’s fun to “meet” new designers through the blog world. Blue and White Home just introduced her readers to Amy Spargo of Australia. I think you’d like her style.
Thanks for stopping by.
xo
goosechase8544918 said:
You have a knack for both garden design and home design. Always enjoy your posts. ❤️
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Carol. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
xo
debra @ 5th and state said:
ditto ditto ditto! these make me smile too, pretties in and out are a balm to my soul. beautiful images Karen
xo
Debra
Karen B. said:
Hello, my kindred friend! Thank you for stopping by!
xo
Gretchen said:
Pretty rooms are my happy places too. You’ve certainly found some beautiful ones in this post! I especially like the ones that utilize blue accents 😊
Karen B. said:
We’ve always shared that enthusiasm! Hours spent talking decor, inside and outdoors. 🙂
xo
Loi Thai Tone on Tone said:
Karen – These rooms are go beautiful! I love the artwork and layers of accessories. Happy gardening, my friend.
xo
L
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Loi. You’re such great inspiration and I really love your new studio on the grounds of your home.
xo
Linda Coble said:
Karen,
What wonderful rooms! Anything with blue captures my attention – as you well know!
I’m so happy that you’re blogging again. I’ve missed your wonderful and inspiring posts.
xo
Linda
Karen B. said:
Hi Linda,
Thank you for your always wonderful support.
Karen