Decor Mag Highlights: February/March
Thursday, February 18th, 2010
I started to notice that my mailbox isn’t as full of interior design magazines as it used to be. I miss Domino as much as the next guy (or gal)! Here are my favorite images from this month’s (remaining) decor magazines. Elle Decor and Coastal Living are where I found the most inspiration; the below images are from these two publications.
- Sophisticated island chic! Love the crisp black & white mixed with natural materials.
- The corresponding living room incorporates the black & white palette, adding eclectic furnishings and natural accents.
Bold stripes sass up this bar area.
Glossy blue walls and a cozy mix of furniture create an inviting library.
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Tags: coastal living march 2010, Decor magazine march 2010, elle decor march 2010, interior design inspiration
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Clever Design Trick from San Francisco Dining by Design: Modernize Old Chairs with Plastic Seats
Thursday, February 4th, 2010
I just came across this photo I snapped at DIFFA’s (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS) Dining by Design event in November. I loved this room as a whole, but especially the clever idea of updating antique dining chairs with plastic seats and chair backs instead of the standard of reupholstering. The curves of the chair really stand out…So smart!
Tags: diffa dining by design sf, interior design tips, interior designer sf
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Decor Mag Highlights: Neutrals!
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
Chic neutrals is the theme for January/February Decor Mag Highlights. Thanks to Elle Decor and House Beautiful for these inspiring interior shots!
This creamy palette is perfect the sitting area of a master bedroom.
Great composition and unique use of stripes. Not sure about the functionality of that coffee table though...
The home owners made a wise decision to keep the rough texture on this dining room wall during the remodel. Love it!
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Decor Mag Highlights!
Monday, December 21st, 2009
Check out my favorite images from the November/December issues of Elle Decor and House Beautiful. Also, a sad farewell to Metropolitan Home magazine…we will miss you!
This room packs a punch! The color scheme provides great inspiration for a sitting room.
The eclectic mix of prints and woods and generous use of linen and cotton create a sophisticated and comfortable retreat.
Great idea to use two smaller tables and a freestanding L-bench in the place of an actual built-in banquette.
Click here for more photos of inspiring interiors!
Tags: Decor Magazine Highlights, elle decor december 2009, elle decor november 2009, house beautiful nov 2009, interior decor magazines november decemeber 2009, interior design trends 2010
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Holiday Decorating Ideas for City Dwellers!
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Crystal chandelier with vintage ornaments & metallic ribbon
Many of us city dwellers aren’t blessed with family rooms or sitting rooms to display Christmas trees. This surely doesn’t mean we can’t get in the holiday spirit! One of my favorite ideas for the holidays is decorating your chandelier instead of a tree. It’s mess free, doesn’t require watering, and can look just as chic. To read the full article go to my Examiner page.
*Check out more decorating tips from a San Francisco interior designer! *
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