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orbit chandelier

Posted on March 28, 2011 | Leave a comment

have you ever seen a chandelier more swoon worthy? i adore the whimsical and unexpected woven shape, and the exposed bulbs (a personal favorite). using a tension/compression design based on the same principal as suspension bridge – i’m certain that illuminating a space has never been more interesting.
{patrick townsend white orbit chandelier, $450}

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cheap and chic

Posted on March 27, 2011 | Leave a comment

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these modernist bowls by West Elm. I am a huge fan of mismatched dinnerware, but it can be quite pricey to get this look quite this right. Fear not, these are just $8 a pop, which mean the time might be right to get this collection started…

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let there be light

Posted on September 2, 2010 | Leave a comment

A while back I wrote a post lamenting over the loss of my old bedside floor lamp. After months and months of searching I finally found the perfect one!
This is what it looks like (in a gorgeous dining room that I wish was my own…):

Check back for an update with a photo of my bedroom!
UPDATE:
Bed: Hastens
Linens: Dwell Studio
Rug: cow hide straight from a farm in Wyoming
Frame above bed: Vintage Hermes scarf
{photo via maison & demeur}
{lamp from design within reach}

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take a seat

Posted on September 1, 2010 | Leave a comment


I’ve always admired Jonathan Adler’s bold colors and design…
(I even have one of his couch and chair sets in my bedroom!) The above
chairs have got me all sorts of giddy – these jewel tones are some of my
favorite for the fall and I can’t really think of a space that wouldn’t be
instantly improved with an accent seat like such…


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hardware

Posted on August 10, 2010 | Leave a comment

LOVE these decorative knobs and handles. Perfect way to spruce up an old dresser or add some unexpected flair to an entrance way… The first row is my favorite – I am a sucker for distressed glass!

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illustrated recipes

Posted on July 22, 2010 | 1 Comment

I just spent the evening prepping food for a bbq tomorrow night so you can only imagine my excitement upon seeing these wonderful illustrated recipes after I finally finished in the kitchen. I would LOVE to have one of these framed in the kitchen. Simply scrumptious!

Designed by etsy seller claudiapearson

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travel bar

Posted on July 21, 2010 | Leave a comment

a cool vintage suitcase?

or a cool vintage suitcase that doubles as a vintage travel bar!
The case includes four metal cups, 2 metal shot glasses,
bottle and can opener and a stir stick.

for sale over at etsy store lucyandellen

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open space in montauk

Posted on July 12, 2010 | Leave a comment



The openness of this home is astounding. I am a huge fan of incorporating outside space inside. The windows, sliding doors and access to light are absolutely divine.

spotted in new york magazine. architects: bates masi

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vintage delights

Posted on June 21, 2010 | 1 Comment

some favorite items from etsy seller Alice’s Looking Glass…

sweet set for tea time

yellow tray to carry your tea to the porch..

followed by baking in the kitchen with vintage rollers

and fresh milk from the farm

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work station

Posted on June 8, 2010 | Leave a comment

I am pretty positive that I would get a lot more work done if this was my office. Organizing and decorating never looked so fun with all these neat spaces to stow things away or thoughtfully display… Yep – this would do.

{spotted via apartment therapy}

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bathroom vanity

Posted on June 4, 2010 | 2 Comments




so in love with these perfect bathrooms. can’t get enough of the yellow vanity and the orange subway tiles. sigh..
spotted on desire to inspire…

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layla grayce

Posted on June 4, 2010 | Leave a comment

website layla grayce has a phenomenal selection of everything – offerings are unique, tasteful, elegant and simply stunning. these are some of my favorite things. especially that harlequin dresser and the zebra lamp. divine.

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wish list

Posted on May 20, 2010 | Leave a comment

I absolutely adore the floor lamp I have in my bedroom next to  my bed. I purchased it right when I moved to New York, so it’s been with me for nearly 7 years. Unfortunately, for the past two years its been broken, but I just haven’t been able to let it go or find anything that I actually liked as a replacement. Last night it completely stopped working, so it’s time to speed up the search. I’ve got my eye on the Rowan Pharmacy Task Lamp from Restoration Hardware as a potential candidate… Thoughts?

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starbursts and lattice

Posted on May 20, 2010 | Leave a comment

I recently got myself some new sheets but absolutely wish I had seen these before purchasing! I am a huge fan of both the lattice and starburst print although I would have to say I favor the lattice – especially the yellow and gray. These are truly perfect for spring!

{designed by Nate Berkus for HSN, spotted via design-milk}

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source of inspiration

Posted on May 7, 2010 | Leave a comment





I love these decor photographs of by Mark Lund. They are absolutely exquisite. I am also quite a fan of the styling in each space. Amazing uses of color, textiles, accent furniture and tasteful accessories. These beauties are inspiring!

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golden light

Posted on May 5, 2010 | Leave a comment

I spotted these three lights on one of my favorite blogs oh joy! – I am a golden girl through and through so I absolutely adore these pendents. Tres chic!

{left to right: artek golden bell, artek beehive, and michele de lucchi acquamiki.}

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tulips

Posted on April 29, 2010 | Leave a comment

I took this beautiful picture of tulips the other day while walking in Tribeca. Tulips are one of my favorite flowers and these colors are simply divine..

Now if I only had this sweet little vase from CB2, I would have a lovely place to display them…

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shower curtain

Posted on April 26, 2010 | 2 Comments

I have decided to re-vamp some of the rooms in my apartment, well actually just two: the bathroom and bedroom. Since my bathroom is small this pretty much only allows for a new shower curtain, bath mat and maybe new decorative accessories. These are a few shower curtains that I like… Thoughts? I will be sure to keep you posted on other plans as they solidify. One thing is for certain – I am painting a wall in my bedroom! Exciting stuff!

Beginning top left, clockwise: bella shower curtain, woolrich buffalo check, hippos, cityscape, singing in the rain, marimekko almond, arbor tree, fresco fabric,

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daily motivation

Posted on April 22, 2010 | 1 Comment

I would like this on my office wall. Inspired by a quote spotted on the blog swiss-miss, Kyle Van Horn created this poster. It is currently sold out, but more are being printed and in variety of colors! I am definitely going to try and snag one during the second edition…

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illustrated cities

Posted on April 21, 2010 | Leave a comment



You all know how much I love maps and city inspired illustrations (see here, here, and here)… These wonderful prints are by Bianca Gomez and I adore them.

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a touch of toile

Posted on April 20, 2010 | Leave a comment

Some may say toile is old fashioned or belongs in a country home – but I think otherwise… Working Class Studio has released a collection of brightly colored toile accessories (pillows, aprons, kitchen towels, oven mitts and pot holders included) – bringing a modern touch to a traditional pattern. Lovely!

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neon accent

Posted on April 19, 2010 | Leave a comment


Nothing like a neon accent color to bring excitement into the kitchen. I am a huge fan of this table top collection by maison sauvage. swoon.

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slip covers

Posted on April 8, 2010 | 1 Comment


Lisa Bengtsson is an incredible designer of textiles, wallpaper, china and much more.  I am absolutely obsessed with these slipcovers that she created in collaboration with Bemz. I love the bright colors, the whimsical flowers, and the combo of plaid and graphic print. LOVE!!

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home tour

Posted on April 8, 2010 | Leave a comment

I love looking through pictures of the interiors of homes (this shouldn’t come as a surprise…) — especially those located in New York City – and ESPECIALLY those in New York City that are absolutely and insanely gorgeous. Like this one, that belongs to Amy Beth Cupp Dragoo of ABCD Design and her husband. Stunning!




{images via poppytalk}

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DIY: Painted Bottles

Posted on April 7, 2010 | Leave a comment

I saw this great DIY project on apartment therapy that takes every day bottles and makes them fantastic and display worthy (or as I’d like to say “wow-worthy”)… The cost is minimal – some bottles and paint, and the result is extraordinary. Isn’t that what DIY is all about! Simple instructions via poppytalk:

1) After finding some bottles with great shape and detail, remove the labels, clean the inside and let them dry out completely

2) Next, pour a good size dollop of paint into the bottom of the bottle. The color options here are endless. This set is monochromatic, but a few bold contrasting pieces would be quite nice as well.

3) With the paint in the bottle, you will have to slowly rotate the bottle to get the paint to coat the entire interior of the bottle. Depending on the opacity of the paint, this might require two coats. (Acrylic paint will work for this as it will adhere to the glass, but note that you shouldn’t fill the bottle with water later.

4) Let it dry thoroughly and you are all set.

Update: check out one of my favorite bloggers Jamie from I Suwannee. She spotted this project and got right to work – the result is fantastic:

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take a seat

Posted on April 7, 2010 | 2 Comments

I saw this chair in the window of crate and barrel and I’ve been thinking about it ever since. Gray, yellow, and turquoise are always a winning combination in my mind.

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tumbleweed: tiny house company

Posted on March 23, 2010 | Leave a comment

This home is 89 square feet. Total. The Tumbleweed home was designed by Jay Shafer who since 1997 has been living in houses smaller than some people’s closets. His decision to inhabit just 89 square feet arose from some concerns about the impact a larger house would have on the environment. Jay Shafer’s homes fulfill basic domestic needs without demanding much in return. The Tumbleweed home DIY is $19,950, ready made costs $45,997. Check out the Tumbleweed website to see more varieties – some with 2 bedrooms – and see where the Tumbleweed home tour is heading next for a chance to visit and see what it would be like to live in such a small space yourself!

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abacus abacus

Posted on March 22, 2010 | 3 Comments

While it has been a long time since I’ve used one, I always thought the abacus was a pretty nifty. I never would have considered them as wall art, but these two over sized abacuses are super colorful and definitely caught my eye. I like ‘em a lot.

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fantastic plates

Posted on March 22, 2010 | Leave a comment

I received the new cb2 catalog over the weekend and boy am I obsessed with a lot of their newest offerings. These plates are simply the cutest. Love!

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knob love

Posted on March 15, 2010 | Leave a comment


Sometimes something so subtle as changing a door knob can make a room feel remarkably different… While big and bold is nice, I am a huge believer that its the little surprise elements that go a long way…

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lovely lucite

Posted on March 10, 2010 | Leave a comment



In recent months I have grown to really appreciate a bit of lucite in the home. I think lucite works especially well in small spaces or in rooms with bold colors or an oversize standout piece of art or bookshelf like this where having chairs would block a view or make a space appear more cluttered.

{images spotted on tiny-ass-apartment}

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brooklyn brownstone

Posted on March 10, 2010 | Leave a comment




I am in awe of this home. The incredible sculpture above the fire place, the dining room table crafted from a fallen beech tree, the fantastic built-ins, the wood beams, the white floors… wow.

{spotted on Design*Sponge}

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tablescape

Posted on March 10, 2010 | Leave a comment


Loving these jonathan adler placecard holders and napkin rings. What a cute touch addition to the table top during a dinner party. (funny that they used brad and angelina’s kids names in the pic!)

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stomp here please

Posted on March 9, 2010 | 1 Comment

Who says a doormat hast to be boring? Show your doorway some love with these fantastic mats… I think my favorite is the mat number 2; made out of recycled flip flops it is eco-friendly to boot!

Trivia Question: Why are sewers round?
Answer in the comments and I will update with the answer later!

NYC Sewer Mat, Recycled Flip Flop Doormat, Mona Lisa Mat

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sweet little space

Posted on March 3, 2010 | Leave a comment


Talk about 800 square feet of awesomeness. I love the incorporation of color used in the kitchen and bathroom. And of course that living room – those dark wood floors, the chairs, the light… Who says bigger is always better?!

{spotted via Dwell}

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totem votive set

Posted on March 3, 2010 | Leave a comment

This set of votive candle holders would illuminate a room quite nicely. Love their organic shape. I’ll take a set of these, an oversize chair, a warm blanket, and a great book any day. Eric Janssen for MoMA store.

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electric dining

Posted on March 1, 2010 | Leave a comment

Here in NYC the name of the game is multipurpose furniture for small spaces. While this isn’t a predicament I have faced I thought I’d share anyway. So, is your apartment too small for both piano and dining room table? fret no more! the piano table from Georg Bohle is quite a lovely looking solution.

{spotted on apartment therapy}

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hello cozy

Posted on February 28, 2010 | Leave a comment

this plaid throw would make cold evenings much warmer… see more colors at avoca

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vintage lamp stands

Posted on February 27, 2010 | Leave a comment


I so enjoy sharing things that make me smile…
vintage lamp stands, spotted at etsy store bella lulu

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table top

Posted on February 17, 2010 | Leave a comment

mc&co glasses with old school decals
john derian place mats made from antique letters, notes and business cards

{spotted on daily candy}

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