Bedrooms for Romance & Relaxation
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Japandi, a Globalization Mashup
Globalization is more than a trend, it’s a process that’s been happening since the first time two different peoples met, where multiple cultures and influences are combined together to form a new type of design. Think: Scandinese (Scandinavian-Japanese) also known as Japandi, Mexicanese (Mexican-Japanese), or Britainese (British-Chinese). Let’s explore one of these creations: Japandi. Discovering […]
Black and White Holiday
Are you anticipating this year’s winter holiday season? Looking for ways to take your décor up a notch, even without in-person guests and parties? Here are some ideas on a theme I love: Monochrome holiday decorating! Monochrome should be softened with a touch of color. Here greenery creates a welcoming indoor/outdoor feel. I adore the […]
Concrete Style
Today we’re looking at designs created with concrete. “It’s too severe to be inspirational” I hear you say. Well, let me prove you wrong! Many architects and engineers use the ability of reinforced concrete to produce structures of surprising lightness which, despite being made of masonry, barely appear to touch the ground. Félix Candela was […]
Beautiful Thailand
The world is opening up again as the global pandemic slows, which makes people want to travel more. I’ve enjoyed traveling to gorgeous Thailand multiple times in years past. However, I’ve read Thailand is currently struggling with the biggest COVID-19 surge since India’s. My heart goes out to this beautiful country and their wonderful people. […]
California Mission Style
Your inspiration today is breezy beautiful California Mission style. One of the main elements of Mission style is a gorgeous terracotta tiled roof. Style wins: Delicate scrollwork instead of over-bearing metal, alongside wood box beams and soft puddles of drapery fabric. Arched doorways and coffered doors are especially inviting into a Santa Barbara-style home. White […]
