The Art of Living: using curtains to make a statement

 
I am always a sucker for pink. It's the girlie girl in me.
How incomplete would this dining room look without these amazing panels?
Fabulous curtains are essential to the basic elements of a stylish home.
You would be amazed what the right drapes can do for your space.
They cozy-up even the most modern spaces and
just the right amount of flair can give romance to any room.
When done right, they can be multi-tasking too.

secret of domestic bliss #34...painted shelving

For a super easy yet really beautiful trick to give your place some impact...
paint the inside of your shelves.
It's a clever way to add some color into your home without the commitment of a full on color change.
I just love the idea of changing things up in common areas in your home that usually go unnoticed.
You can use wallpaper, I love that look as well, but never underestimate the power of just painting with a  simple color.
These beautiful bookcases + kitchen shelves are the perfect depiction of this clever decorating idea... so lovely to look at!

for the love of beautiful accessories!



I have always been a fan of this delightful + dreamy room.
The tufted sofa is just calling out to me,
and so is the beautiful built-in bookshelf filled to the brim with pretty things.
What I really love about this room however, is the beautiful female bust.
She is just gorgeous, no?

Nothing gives a 'cultured' look to a room like a beautiful bust.
I love how Kelly Wearstler decorates with the beautiful sculptures consistently,
they are such timeless accessories.
So, today, while running around these SF city streets, I will be on the lookout for some.
I have a client that needs one stat!
 



inspired by San Francisco! decorating with white and cream

The mix of bright whites and soft, dreamy creams is really well executed here.
Something about these living rooms just screams cozy + elegant living. 

Today I am in San Francisco...enjoying the beautiful weather and the sunny skies.
I love being in this city, something about the crispness in the air just gets me going...
makes me want to decorate in whites and creams. ooh la la.

Team RUE


Check out the CURBED.COM article on Rue vs. Lonny.
I think I am totally team RUE...and super honored to be mentioned!

check out the stats...

Rue:
Founded by: Editor-in-chief Crystal Gentilello, of Plush Palate; executive editor Anne Sage, of The City Sage; managing editor Alaina Kaczmarski of Live Creating Yourself; and Caitlin Flemming of Sacramento Street.
Issue: September/October 2010.
Page count: 261.
Cover star: Ron Woodson and Jamie Rummerfield of LA-based Woodson + Rummerfield House of Design.
Ad on the inside cover: Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.
Table of Contents ads: New York Design Center, Fine Linen & Bath, The Beautiful Life, DesignLoveFest.com.
Size of editorial masthead (including art staff; excluding interns): 7
Notable contributor: Ashlina Kaposta, aka The Decorista
Best in "Shopping Cart" front-of-book section: A page incorporating moody, layered fall florals into home decor, clothes and accessories.
Features: An apartment at downtown LA's Ritz-Carlton Residences designed by Woodson + Rummerfield House of Design; San Francisco bungalow of blogger Victoria Smith of sfgirlbybay; a day in the life of Vicente Wolf; a dinner party with HGTV Design Star winner Emily Henderson; the Brooklyn loft of Hayden-Harnett designers Toni Hacker and Ben Harnett; Rue founder Crystal Gentilello at home in Chicago; Buckingham Interiors' Julia Edelman's Chicago residence; a bright birthday party for accessories label Bando; a Mary Douglas Drydale-designed space in Washington, D.C.; a home in Dallas, Texas. 
Lonny:

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Founder by: Patrick Cline, former Domino photographer/retoucher; and Michelle Adams, former Domino market assistant.
Issue: August/September 2010.
Page count: 197.
Cover star: Callie Jenschke of Scout Designs in her home on Central Park West.
Ad on the inside cover: Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams.
Table of Contents ads: Stark, Bloomingdale's.
Size of editorial masthead (including art staff; excluding interns): 9
Notable contributor:Former Domino editor Tori Mellott, who's now working behind the scenes at The Nate Berkus Show.
Best of "Market" front-of-book section: Translating clothes from J.Crew, Tory Burch, and Lauren Moffatt into home furnishings and accessories.
Features: Historic home and gardens in Chiswick, U.K.; Rachel Aswell's London apartment and her store, Shabby Chic; Vicente Wolf's Montauk, NY, home; a Hell's Kitchen, NYC, apartment owned by the curator of Jonathan Adler's stores; a 25-year-old's apartment in Union Square, NYC, decorated by Ryan Korban; designer Callie Jenschke's Upper West Side, NYC, apartment.

They are both so great...Is it really a competition?

Secret of domestic bliss #33...decorating with symmetry

When decorating your home symmetry gives the ultimate touch.
A kiss of perfection!

I am never afraid to decorate without symmetry, the thought literally excites me.
It's more of an artistic approach to style.
However, when it seems that your decor is not look as chic as you want it to, I suggest trying symmetry. It completely tailors a space and instantly looks timeless!

inspired by jewelry! decorating with emerald green


How incredibly gorgeous + rich is this emerald green & gold jewelry?
This fall, I am all about jewel tones and this deep green hue is just intoxicating!
Whether its through silky bedding, greenery, cozy quilts, uber delicious velvet settees, malachite wallpaper, or glossy green leather dining chairs, it makes such a bold + gorgeous statement!
love. love. love. love. love.

ohjoy. elledecor. nordby