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{Home} Time for a “pretty rooms” fix

25 Tuesday Sep 2012

Posted by Karen B. in Collections & Accessories, Decorating, Designer, House and Home, Misc

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I was sorry to miss “Favorites on the First” over at The Polohouse.  I was on vacation and otherwise occupied with a 21-month old granddaughter…no complaints here!  Alison always hosts such fun monthly “favorites”.

I’ve been delivering posts that are more subject-specific since returning from vacation and even I’m bored with that!  {I guess it could be argued that all posts are subject-specific, but I just miss looking at pretty rooms, no specific topic or even particular focus}.

It’s time to feast our eyes on beauty, plain and simple (in my humble opinion) and these are some of my newer found “favorites”, and a couple of returning great rooms that I could look at daily and still find reason to be inspired somehow.

I hope you enjoy this frivolous interlude of well designed/decorated spaces and the accessories that inspire me…

This room/space had me at wood paneled walls and ceiling. The chandelier and eclectic accessories create interest.

Atlanta Home Foyer, Garden Home & Party{Atlanta Homes Magazine}

Old world rooms always draw my interest, don’t you wish they still made arched doorways with this kind of detailing?

Old world charm, Garden, Home and Party{source}

Any room with books says “comfortable and inviting” to me.  In fact I enjoy finding a library of sorts in unexpected places.

{source}

I’m looking for an entry rug similar to this, any shopping tips?

Foyer, Garden, Home and Party{source}

Vintage painting and beautiful furnishings, wow.

Tailored room, the Steward,Garden, Home and Party{source}

This sun room is so pretty, love the windows and doors.

Garden, Home and Party{source}

My apologies to those who are put off by antlers.  I understand, but I do like the lodge-look, even old European style they impart.

Garden, Home and Party {source}

This Jane Moore kitchen has been on a couple of my “favorite” blog sites lately, but I absolutely love the room and it’s non-structured, non-typical kitchen design.

Jane Moore, Veranda, Garden, Home and Party{source and Cote de Texas}

When Southern Accents magazine was still published I became an avid fan of Dan Carithers style…I used to be able to pick his rooms out of any magazine.  He’s now retired but his style is timeless and will remain close to my heart.

Garden, Home and Party{Dan Carithers}

There are so many features in this smallish space that draw my attention.  The little lamp, the comfy chairs and the table are all inviting and great use of a small dining area off the kitchen.

Better Homes and Gardens, Garden, Home and Party{Better Homes and Gardens}

I would love stone walls in a kitchen!

Garden, Home and Party{Elle Decor}

This tub is a favorite and I like the closet doors, I’d have to work on keeping order to my closet with these doors, but it would be worth it.

Garden, Home and Party{source}

The headboards and the chest are appealing, not to mention the botanics above each bed.

Garden, Home and Party{Design Chic}

Another small space but I really like the transferware grouping on the wall and a wingback in the kitchen is such a great idea…why not really be comfortable when you dine?

Garden, Home and Party{source}

I realize I couldn’t really allow the vines on our house to grow indoors, but I like the rustic look for this, don’t you?

Garden, Home and Party{Garden & Gun Magazine}

This is the best ever kitchen chandelier!

Garden, Home and Party{New England Home}

Joan and Dan’s house (for the love of a house) is one I can revisit weekly, they have such a great house and the way Joan pulls her incredible collections together makes it my favorite example of how to accessorize any room.

Garden, Home and Party{for the love of a house}

I’ve always liked this kitchen and the marble counter and back splash.

{Traditional Home Magazine}

If we EVER add a kitchen eating area, this is the image I’ll show the contractor.  Love it!

{Velvet & Linen}

I hope you enjoyed seeing some new and returning favorite rooms.  Do you revisit certain images for inspiration from magazines, design books or Pinterest?

{Home} No calorie eye candy

15 Tuesday May 2012

Posted by Karen B. in Decorating, Misc

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I’ve gone off the reservation lately with my overabundance of posts on the joy of being outdoors, communing with nature.  I’ve even covered gates, picnics, bird baths and exterior front doors!

I think it’s time I came indoors and shared some of the pretty rooms I’ve encountered in my perusing of the world wide blog land ♥♥♥

This entry is one of the prettiest I’ve seen in awhile.  The doggies only add to its beauty as far as I’m concerned.  I think the small doggie closest to the door is a Border Terrier (a cousin to my little terror terrier mix).

Providence Ltd.

Look at the detailing on the interior around the door, isn’t it beautiful.  I love a Dutch door for a front door (we’re lucky enough to have one).

Unknown

The sconces, the antique mirror, books and decorative accessories, what’s not to love?  Old world finishes are a favorite and this image has great examples of that.

Kay O'Toole, Cote de TexasKay O’Toole ~ Cote de Texas

I really like this room, the wood paneling gives the room a comfortable “country” vibe, while the palladian-style windows over the french doors and the carved piece above the TV gives the room a history and elegance.  I’m not sure how I feel about a TV over the fireplace.  We’ll have to have an open panel discussion sometime.

Daniel Brisset

Daniel Brisset

Kitchens in general always get my attention,  but this one is striking with the charcoal walls and cream cabinetry.  I love the lamps on the island.

Unknown

A bathroom fit for a princess.

Phoebe Howard

There’s always something fresh and inviting about a mostly white room…

Little Emma English Home

This is a study/office I could get comfortable in.

Ship and Anchor, tumblrShip and Anchor ~ tumblr

And the pretty room below belongs to Son #2 and his lovely fiance.  They have purchased their first home!

K & S Dining RoomI hope this has been entertaining for my dear readers who share my passion for wonderful decorating…I have been a little distracted with spring and the great outdoors but will return to focusing on inviting rooms.

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