We are on Salvage Savvy Today!

We am thrilled to be on another site for the kids' artwork, yet again! Today we are on Salvage Savvy. I recently discovered Connie's amazing blog where I she shares some awesome tutorials. One of my favorites (and  there are many) is this unbelieveable artwork. I will certainly be trying this one.

Stay safe this weekend everyone!

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Lisa

Ethan Allen Chairs - Favorites

On a week when forces of nature took us by surprise (East Coast earthquake) and could potentially cause severe damage (hurricane Irene) I look to the comforts within the home.

This pair of chairs from Ethan Allen (named Corsica; no longer available) are some other favorite pieces in the house. I purchased them some years ago and found this amazing chinoiserie-inspired fabric (also no longer available) at the same time.

  

The coral-toned birds are so beautiful against the gold (described as "clay"). I absolutely loved the combination then and have not tired of this delicate pattern. It will take a really special fabric to replace this one come the day that I have to reupholster these chairs.

I love the elegance of the chair together with the obvious comfort (upholstered back and sizeable seat, 24"D x 27"W in front). It looks good and it feels good.

 Do you have a favorite item that has served you well for many years or one you would not want to change?

On another note..I was crowned today thanks to my kids' artwork..check it out at La-Dee-Da Creations!

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Lisa

At Home with Green & Blue, Teal & Turquoise - The Living Room

I like to change things around in the house, challenging myself to do something different every so often. It is certainly not due to boredom but really to see if I can discover a new effect in a room while enjoying the items I already have. This is one of the reasons I love what I do!

In an effort to add more teal and/or turquoise to my living room I have been largely focusing on what I own already (purchased or been gifted with over the years). I love the effects of this color combination in a space. I had published a post about the effects of blue and green together a few weeks ago. I did, however, purchase a couple of items over the past few months because they were too stunning to pass up.

Here are some of the items I have which I have been playing around with recently in the living room.

These colors make me happy. I love the effects. Some are older, a couple are new. Details to follow. Do you have any favorite colors at the moment or through the year?

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Lisa

Linking up to

We've Been Featured!

Today, our Kids' Canvas Artwork is being featured on Knock Off Decor! We are so excited. Thank you!

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Lisa

Minimalism and Clutter-Free - I Get It

I have been driving for about two hours, Mon through Fri for the past two weeks to take one child to and from camp. She loves this camp at Teatown Reservation in the Ossining/Yorktown region of Westchester County, NY, with all their adventurous, outdoorsy activities.

As a result, I have had two hours less to my hectic schedule. I had planned to "reveal" more pictures of my house but that will have to wait until next week. Maybe. Instead, I decided to share pictures of this amazingly designed home by British architect, John Pawson.

The design involves two slim, cantilevered boxes one over the other. Another level, partially hidden, was built below ground.

View of the Pacific from the top, play area at lowest level. A stark exterior, but I was intrigued - this home was built for a family with two kids.

Random-width oak floors within this double-height dining room and through rest of house...

Night-time views from dining room. Custom furniture. This is someone's home!

Dining table with cove-light effect. The oak flooring is magnificent.

 Oak cabinetry in kitchen.

 The family room.

The study.

I could read a book or two in a space with a view such as this. (I think I would probably feel compelled to line these walls with bookshelves, too).

Serene bedroom. Yes, I could relax here.

Minimalist master bathroom.

Outdoor shower, hot tub and fire pit.

 I will let the next two pictures speak for themselves.

Images and further details via

So, what do you think? Could you live here? There is inspiration in these pictures. This is a minimalist, clutter-free house with hidden storage solutions. This house is home to a family with two kids. There is a warmth to the interior with the wood and the sophisticated, strategic lighting and of course, the natural light. I could live here. I would have to add some pops of color in places, though. Even though I do love color and personally I would need artwork, books, some of my favored items out to enjoy, I do get this house. There is a sense of serenity and balance. I certainly admire the creativity that went into this collaboration - the architect, the landscape designer and the interior designer. It would be interesting (and challenging to some extent) to live like this. What do you think?

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Lisa