The Friday Five: Offices
Posted: September 21, 2012 Filed under: Design, Friday Five, Furniture, Interiors | Tags: Brazil, Casa Spazio, Chicago, desk Poland, interior, Maristela Gorayeb, Morph Studio, office 2 CommentsI know it’s Friday and the last thing many of us want to do is to think about the office but trust me when I tell you that the offices I have featured below are worth your time (and stares). While they are quite different in style an aesthetic, each office is pleasing because of the minimalist (and complimentary) colour schemes, interesting textures and forms, and unique architectural details.
I’m taking you to office spaces around the world today beginning with a room of contrasts which includes the sleek Air Desk from Chicago-based Casa Spazio. Next is the minimalist black and white office area designed by Morpho Studio in Poland. The final three spaces, created by Brazilian designer Maristela Gorayeb, showcase amazing collections of books and artifacts in a pleasing and inviting way.
Casa Spazio via Escapade
apartment in Krakow, Poland; designed by Morpho Studio
interior design by Maristela Gorayeb, via Desire to Inspire
interior design by Maristela Gorayeb, via Desire to Inspire
interior design by Maristela Gorayeb, via Desire to Inspire
Happy Friday!
The Friday Five: Kitchen Renovation (Almost the End)
Posted: August 17, 2012 Filed under: Design, Friday Five, Interiors, Jordana, Toronto | Tags: Home, interior, Kitchen, Parada Kitchens, Photography, renovation 5 CommentsSix months ago my parents began a renovation of their main floor kitchen, laundry room, and powder room. You may have read about the progress here and here. I’m happy to report that the kitchen is (almost) complete. Here are five views of their new space.
What’s left to do? Well, my parents are currently dealing with a kitchen table DIY and the hunt is back on for the perfect set of chairs. It’s almost the end!
Custom kitchen by Parada Kitchens. Photos by Brunida Kaso.
The Friday Five: Play Spaces
Posted: May 11, 2012 Filed under: Children, Design, Friday Five, Interiors | Tags: children, interior, play spaces, playroom, slide, treehouse Leave a commentToday is all about play time!
via Varpunen
via Remodelista
DIY play space via Country Living
via Dekris Design
While the five play spaces featured here are designed for kids, I do think that it wouldn’t hurt to have a slide or super cool reading nook in an adult space – just for those days when you want to feel like a carefree kid!
Have a wonderful (and playful) weekend!
p.s. Don’t forget to submit your photos of whiteness to me at whitecabana [at] gmail [dot] com for our new series White Out. I’m curious to know what gorgeous whiteness surrounds you!
Interiors: Living Rooms
Posted: February 9, 2012 Filed under: Design, Interiors | Tags: 1stdibs, Design, interior, living room, modern, traditional 1 CommentWhich do you prefer?
Modern…
via 1stDibs
or traditional?
via 1stDibs
Interiors: The Narcissistic Restroom
Posted: October 27, 2011 Filed under: Interiors | Tags: Design, interior, mirrors, restroom 4 CommentsThoughts?
narcissistic restroom via Trend Hunter
Double Trouble
Posted: July 4, 2011 Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: bedroom, Design, Home, inspiration, interior 4 CommentsDouble Trouble (a.k.a. my cute little nephews) are in town this week. In honour of their visit, here are two twin beds that I just adore.
via Greige
p.s. Happy July 4th to all our American readers!
The Friday Five: Canadian Designer Series – Sarah Richardson
Posted: July 1, 2011 Filed under: Canadian, Design, Friday Five | Tags: Canada Day, Canadian designer, Design, interior, Sarah Richardson, The Friday Five Leave a commentWho doesn’t love Sarah Richardson?
She’s a favourite among many designers, bloggers, and TV watchers. Her home transformations are gorgeous and appeal to so many viewers and DIYers. Sarah’s got a TV show for everyone! Have you seen Sarah’s house, Sarah’s cottage, or her recent installation at the Interior Design Show?
I like Sarah because she seems friendly, she’s got an awesome sidekick (hello Tommy Smythe) and she also looks a whole lot like a good friend of mine. Oh – and she wore Smythe jackets long before the Duchess of Cambridge did.
Here are some of the white rooms she has designed.
mid-century family home
oceanview estate
Sarah’s house – hallway
Sarah’s house – bathroom
(all photos via Sarah Richardson porfolio)
Like the other designers I am featuring today, Sarah has also worked on some beautiful product lines (honestly – where do these people find time to do all of these things?). In partnership with PARA Paints, Sarah has created a designer paint palette of 75 colours. In addition to this colourful endeavor, Sarah has a beautiful collection of indoor and outdoor furniture.
Alexander
Harry
Claremont
Click here to find out where to buy these and other Sarah Richardson products.
Read Sarah’s short diary entries here.
Shelve it!
Posted: January 19, 2011 Filed under: Johanne | Tags: decor, furniture, Home, interior, office, Organization, Shelves, shelving 5 Commentsby Johanne
We’ve been talking about getting organized this year and there are some seriously sweet shelves at West Elm to get that home or office project started.
Angle Nesting Shelves, $99 for a set of one large, medium and small size at West Elm
Two sets make a great wall display.
We also really like these mirror-backed box shelves:
Mirror Box Shelves,$34 - $49 at West Elm
Looks great on its own, too
And more clean lines..
Modular shelves, $79 - $139 at West Elm
Modular shelves in black in a white cabana..
.. or tone on tone
Images and snazzy shelves from West Elm.
Luxury in the New Year
Posted: January 5, 2011 Filed under: Johanne | Tags: Home, interior, living, white 12 Commentsby Johanne
Happy New Year!
This New Year, I’m making a resolution to live life better. In essence, I aim to truly manifest my father’s wisdom: “Work smarter, not harder.”
This motto can be applied to many facets of living: by working smarter, energy is focused on producing quality and time is valued as precious and limited. When working smarter, not harder, you actually free up hours in the day for what’s important in life. It’s a kind of de-cluttering; it’s definitely a philosophy.
Luxurious living is about enjoying the best in life and that doesn’t necessarily mean spending a lot of money or effort. It’s about thinking and planning smarter and simpler, not harder.
Treating yourself to luxuries such as a bubble bath, a cozy throw, or de-cluttering the kitchen and office are some of the easiest ways to make small positive changes to brighten your daily life.
Wishing you luxuries big and small this 2011! I’m looking forward to hearing about how you’ll be working smarter, not harder, this year!
Images courtesy of Flor’s Blog on Design and AB Home Interiors Blog.
A Beautiful Hall
Posted: December 9, 2010 Filed under: Design | Tags: Art, curtains, Design, floors, hallway, Home, interior 5 CommentsLove the open ceiling, the curtain puddles, the soft furry rug, the comfortable chair, and the warm floor. When can I move in?
Photo by John Bresler via The Zhush
p.s. I also love the crisp white walls, the beautiful heavy doors, and the simply framed work of art.
Image via The Zhush.
The Friday Five: Living Rooms
Posted: November 26, 2010 Filed under: Design, Friday Five | Tags: decor, designer, Home, interior, living room, The Friday Five 2 CommentsA beautiful Friday Five if I do say so myself:
Ashington house, via griege
via Desire to Inspire
by designer Helen Green, via Desire to Inspire
via Decor8
via Design is Mine
Images courtesy of Decor8, Design is Mine, Desire to Inspire, Greige.
The Friday Five: Nightstands
Posted: October 22, 2010 Filed under: Design, Friday Five | Tags: 1stdibs, bedroom, CSN, decor, Design, Friday Five, furniture, Home, IKEA, interior, nightstands, Pottery Barn, West Elm, white 6 CommentsWhat do you look for in a nightstand? Personally, I need a drawer or two and a good size surface area for a lamp, books, alarm clock, and a select crystal or silver accessory. Here are five nightstands that fit my requirements:
1. This affordable nightstand from Ikea has a good size drawer and the shelf is perfect for holding stacks of magazines or books.
Hemnes Nightstand $79.99CAD, Ikea
2. Ikea’s MALM nightstand is clean and simple. Clutter stays hidden with this piece.
MALM $69.99CAD, Ikea
3. This West Elm nightstand is almost an exact replica of one of my vintage nightstands. The drawer is large, there’s a good size surface area and the closed off shelf means your books and things won’t fall onto the floor.
Narrow-Leg nightstand, $249, West Elm
4. I adore these vintage oval nightstands. I love the shape, simplicity, and uniqueness of these pieces.
Vintage nightstands, C. Bell at 1stdibs
5. I’m saving the best for last. Aren’t these vintage Lucite nightstands gorgeous? They fit all of my requirements and would definitely add interest to any bedroom.
Vintage Lucite nightstands, Tom Thomas at 1stdibs
What do you look for in a nightstand?
To browse a wide selection of traditional and modern nightstands click here.
Images courtesy of 1stdibs, Ikea, Pottery Barn, & West Elm.
Two white stools
Posted: October 20, 2010 Filed under: Johanne | Tags: Elte Toronto, Home, interior, living, stool, white stool 8 CommentsI just love these two stools, great for everything from piling up the newspaper as you leaf through it on a Saturday to being that extra seat when the loveseat’s taken at the party.
Ceramic white stool, crackle finish, at Elte in Toronto
Ceramic white stool, crackle finish, at Elte in Toronto
Images courtesy of Elte.
The Friday Five: Bedrooms
Posted: October 1, 2010 Filed under: Design, Friday Five | Tags: bedrooms, Design, Home, interior, The Friday Five 1 CommentToday’s Friday Five – a mix of bedrooms.
The Minimalist (via Aubrey Road)
The Duo (via If the Lampshade Fits)
The Comfort (via Sacramento Street)
The Curve (via Desire to Inspire)
The Combo (via Greige)
Images courtesy of Aubrey Road, Desire to Inspire, Greige, If the Lampshade Fits, Sacramento Street.
A Room for Two
Posted: September 27, 2010 Filed under: Design | Tags: children, children's bedroom, decor, Design, furniture, Home, interior, kids 2 CommentsWith two little (yet growing) boys, my sister seems to be constantly thinking about the design of their bedroom (which also means that I am thinking about their bedroom!). I love these clean poster beds and the striking letters on the wall. The colour scheme is soothing and the linens look so soft. Thoughts?
via Haute Design
Photo courtesy of Haute Design.
White Cabana 