Dark painted walls could brighten up your space!
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Would you paint the walls dark in your home?
Chances are, this is a ghost you’d gladly welcome in your home!
The original Philippe Starck Louis XV version can be a bit scary for many at around $400. This knock-off from Dymas, found here on Amazon, is only $117! A boo-tiful alternative!
This new site, The Glow, “is a glimpse into the world of inspiring and fashionable moms.
Here you’ll find their styling ideas, go-to gear, multitasking secrets, and enviable decor.” Beautiful!
Mark your calendars for September 13th! That’s the day that Missoni for Target will unveil their 400 items including a range of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing as well as accessories, homeware and luggage.
The prices will range from $2.99 to $599 and includes a bicycle and patio set!
See you at Target!
Since I’ve decided to commit to building the bed of my dreams, this requires an equally dreamy headboard, right? I knew I wanted an upholstered lightly-tufted look and couldn’t seem to find one anywhere with all the right curves…
I liked the curves of this headboard…
with the tufted touch of this one…plus I wanted a nailhead trim approximately 2.5 inches from the edge…oh, and I’d like that in a soft creamy velvet! Is anyone having visions of the scene in “When Harry Met Sally” where Sally is ordering at the restaurant?
A custom headboard seemed to be the solution for what I want and Marroquin Custom Upholstery in Dallas is THE place for quality custom-made furniture! Jesus Marroquin, the owner, has 40 years experience in exclusive upholstery and old world craftsmanship. His attention to detail is beyond compare, as he personally inspects each piece before it moves out the door.
When I brought in my inspiration photos for my headboard, Ivan, Jesus’ son, gave me the grand tour of their large production facility. This operation is packed with some of the finest craftsmen around. Each custom-made frame is built in-house to ensure a quality foundation.
They hand-turn all of the feet and legs…
and standard construction features old world 8-way hand-tied springs individually placed to provide the highest level of quality and durability.
You don’t find this type of dedication to quality of detail anywhere else!
I observed Jesus’ brother studying the fabric design and carefully laying it over each piece to make sure that the pattern is cut and matched perfectly. Here’s an example of the perfection in the end.
Amazing, right? I’m so excited to work with them to make my headboard! Ivan listened carefully to the details of what I had in mind and began to sketch and take notes…
I’m confident that he knows exactly what I want and will make sure that every detail is considered during the construction process. He’s even promised to take pictures during the stages of construction so that I can watch it being built and share with you!
The next time you need a custom piece or the finest quality upholstery available, contact them here. They will assist in getting the information needed to put together the headboard, chair, couch, etc. that will last a lifetime! Marroquin has clients all over the world, so you don’t have to be in Dallas to work with this amazing company.
Don’t forget…today’s the last day to leave a comment to win the resort throw from Peacock Alley! Hurry!!
Is anyone else lusting over this sink in the House of Windsor by Veranda like me? Be still my beating heart!
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USPS just released new forever stamps highlighting our nation's most influential and important industrial designers.
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I've got to be one of HGTV's Design Star's biggest fans! I can not wait until the new season airs on Monday, July 11th!
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I totally love Emily, the winner of last season's show, and just read her predictions for the season here. Get to know the cast and let me know your predictions!
Based on smile and style alone, I agree with Emily… cutey Mark Diaz screams design show tv host! What's your prediction?
When Ronda Carmen described her friend, Malcolm, as “one of the most stylish people that I know”, I knew I had to find out more about this former Houstonian! What I found is that he has an impressive list of clientele from around the world and draws much of his inspiration from nature. His designs are deep…as he takes the relationship with his clients and their surroundings very seriously. I'm thrilled to share his “hidden list” with you. Malcolm says, “My Hidden List does not feature things that are all that hidden. Anyone who knows me well would know that these are my staple items that get me through the day, any given day, any and all seasons. Sometimes the hidden list is the obvious list!” Malcolm – You're spot on!
Native Houstonian, now living in New York City and spending a lot of time on airplanes.
Studied Liberal Arts at Kenyon College, where I discovered my lifelong love for reading and writing, narrative and storytelling.
Graduate degree in Media and Theory at University of Sussex in England, born out of my wish to explore more vehicles and means of expression.
Studied design at the Inchbald School of Design in London, in order to combine expression and aesthetics, and to tell stories through spaces.
Select recipient of the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship.
Principal of my own design practice for fifteen rewarding and expansive years.
Wonderful clients in various states and countries. Projects run the gamut: townhouses, farmhouses, lofts, apartments, beach houses, modern glass boxes, urbanite crash pads, reclusive writing cottages, expansive compounds.
Published, filmed, and featured in various print, video, and online publications
Lived and worked back and forth between London and Key West for twelve years.
Best of both worlds.
Wanderlust runs deep. Thirty-two countries on five continents and counting.
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I wish you could have all been with me on my adventure to Paris. I hope that my posts this week brought a bit of the inspiration that I received in France back to you. To end my week of Parisian memories, I thought I would just share some of m
y favorite photos from the week…
Au Revoir, Paris…until we meet again…
