Decorative Deluxe

color - anchor with neutals

2012-01-20T20:01:00.001-08:00

color - anchor with neutals by decorativedeluxe featuring kate spade bangle

Kate Spade top
¥28,350 - mirabella.jp

J Crew trench coat
£325 - net-a-porter.com

DAKS wool skirt
£95 - theoutnet.com

Kate spade shoes
$285 - simplysoles.com

Tiffany Co continental wallet
$485 - tiffany.com

Kate Spade leather handbag
$265 - nordstrom.com

Kate spade bangle
$248 - katespade.com

1STDIBS.COM - WYETH - Murano Glass Vase
1stdibs.com

"Live Colorfully" Laptop Sleeve
$60 - katespade.com

Kate Spade New York 'Airmail' Iphone 4 & 4s Case
$40 - nordstrom.com

Intallation Day

2012-01-20T07:38:00.000-08:00

These are a few pictures from a recent installation. Residential project for a glamorous client. We have to go back to accessorize soon and I will post pictures from our professional photographer here are some I took. We used a fabulous Greek Key fabric from Kravet for living room drapery.

Capejacket

2012-01-16T20:23:00.001-08:00

Capejacket by decorativedeluxe featuring a zipper jacket

Theyskens theory silk top
$149 - barneys.com

Derek Lam zipper jacket
£1,089 - farfetch.com

J Brand tapered jeans
£190 - liberty.co.uk

3 1 Phillip Lim clutch hand bag
$425 - barneys.com

Gorjana 18 karat gold jewelry
€50 - styleserver.de

She's a lady

2012-01-16T20:09:00.001-08:00

She's a lady by decorativedeluxe featuring red handbags

DAKS plaid skirt
£84 - theoutnet.com

Christian Louboutin t strap heels
$432 - net-a-porter.com

Balenciaga red handbag
£1,255 - matchesfashion.com

Blu Bijoux facets jewelry
$28 - maxandchloe.com

Gucci logo sunglasses
£165 - flannelsfashion.com

Gucci black brim hat
£195 - profilebrighton.co.uk

Appropriate and Comforable for the day at work

2012-01-16T19:49:00.001-08:00

Appropriate and Comforable for the day at work by decorativedeluxe featuring bridal shoes

Vivienne Westwood longsleeve shirt
$168 - viviennewestwood.co.uk

Knit cape
¥21,000 - mirabella.jp

John Lewis elastic waist skirt
£20 - johnlewis.com

Fergie bridal shoes
$116 - heels.com

FOSSIL messenger bag
$188 - zappos.com

Kate spade jewelry
$128 - couture.zappos.com

Ralph Lauren Home New Safari Modern Club Chair
$3,350 - bloomingdales.com

Taupe, Black and Jeans

2012-01-16T18:49:00.001-08:00

Taupe, Black and Jeans by decorativedeluxe featuring genuine leather handbags

FABIANA FILIPPI top
€130 - veryeickhoff.com

Moschino Cheap Chic black jacket
$658 - my-wardrobe.com

Dsquared flared jeans
€471 - luisaviaroma.com

Tory Burch genuine leather handbag
£319 - farfetch.com

Ninh Wysocan earrings
$940 - barneys.com

Imaginative

2012-01-16T18:10:00.001-08:00

Imaginative by decorativedeluxe featuring a knit coat

Mango fitted long sleeve t shirt
£6.90 - mango.com

Missoni knit coat
$1,097 - my-wardrobe.com

True religion jeans
$695 - mytheresa.com

3 1 Phillip Lim clutch bag
$425 - barneys.com

De Double Octopus
$1,565 - hivemodern.com

8 outfits

2012-01-16T16:57:00.001-08:00

8 outfits by decorativedeluxe featuring a silk blouse

Dorothy Perkins navy cardigan
$29 - dorothyperkins.com

TopShop long sleeve cotton shirt
$20 - topshop.com

TIBI silk blouse
$112 - my-wardrobe.com

Mango racerback tank top
£13 - mango.com

Madewell glitter shirt
$35 - madewell.com

Dolce&Gabbana wide leg pants
£399 - farfetch.com

Nine in the morning straight leg jeans
€80 - conleys.de

Ralph Lauren collection
£1,041 - net-a-porter.com

Nicole Farhi black skirt
£280 - julesb.co.uk

H M short mini skirt
£1.99 - hm.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs wool skirt
$185 - stylebop.com

Lanvin black pumps
$599 - barneys.com

Tory burch shoes
£168 - matchesfashion.com

Ralph Lauren Collection coral high heels
£129 - net-a-porter.com

Marc by marc jacobs handbag
£245 - vanmildert.com

Alexander Wang genuine leather handbag
$322 - lagarconne.com

TopShop glitter clutch
$76 - topshop.com

Glam Rock chronograph watch
$1,195 - nordstrom.com

Amrita Singh teardrop earrings
$80 - amritasingh.com

New York Hat Company straw fedora
£40 - liberty.co.uk

Yves Saint Laurent oversized sunglasses
$325 - saksfifthavenue.com

At home

2012-01-16T16:56:00.005-08:00

At home by decorativedeluxe featuring coin jewelry

Merino wool cardigan
£49 - jackwills.com

Oasis scoop neck t shirt
£15 - johnlewis.com

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent draped skirt
$99 - barneys.com

Jack Rogers mocassin shoes
$188 - nordstrom.com

Coin jewelry
£163 - farfetch.com

The Horchow Collection - Furniture - Chairs - Seating - Categories
$1,969 - horchow.com

Jonathan Adler Zodiac Needlepoint Pillow
$49 - nordstrom.com

He left his bag

2012-01-16T16:56:00.003-08:00

He left his bag by decorativedeluxe featuring brass jewelry

Alice Olivia alice olivia dress
$79 - shopambience.com

Gucci jacket
€686 - ekseption.es

Ralph Lauren Collection gladiator heels
$383 - couture.zappos.com

Genuine leather handbag
$100 - modcloth.com

Matt Nat genuine leather wallet
$95 - zappos.com

Alexander McQueen engraving ring
£118 - net-a-porter.com

Diesel gunmetal watch
$240 - macys.com

Madewell brass jewelry
$10 - madewell.com

Rag bone floppy brim hat
$89 - barneys.com

Alberta Ferretti chain belt
women.fashionbeans.com

1STDIBS.COM - James & Jeffrey Antiques - Gilt Brass Palm Chandelier
1stdibs.com

Red shoes

2012-01-16T16:56:00.001-08:00

Red shoes by decorativedeluxe featuring heart jewelry

Scoop neck top
$11 - warehouse.co.uk

Preen high waisted pleated skirt
$140 - net-a-porter.com

Christian Louboutin round toe heels
$419 - barneys.com

Kenneth Jay Lane clear crystal jewelry
$71 - my-wardrobe.com

Relic sport jewelry
$52 - jcpenney.com

Alex Woo heart jewelry
$158 - bloomingdales.com

Hair bow accessory
£9 - coast-stores.com

Emmanuelle Khanh vintage shades
love-worn.com

Lomography 'Diana Mini' Camera
$69 - nordstrom.com

Audrey E-Reader Envelope
$78 - lodis.com

November

2012-01-16T16:55:00.003-08:00

November by decorativedeluxe featuring a green ring

Dorothy Perkins sparkly shirt
$17 - dorothyperkins.com

DAKS plaid blazer
£173 - theoutnet.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors skinny jeans
£130 - net-a-porter.com

Steven boots
$150 - zappos.com

See by Chloe shoulder strap bag
$595 - couture.zappos.com

Watch
jewelry.1stdibs.com

Green ring
jewelry.1stdibs.com

DAKS wool scarve
£66 - theoutnet.com

Amazon.com: Mason Pearson Hair Brush - Handy Mixed Bristle (Boar...
$85 - amazon.com

Design Within Reach American Modern 5-Drawer Dresser In Walnut
$2,990 - dwr.com

1STDIBS.COM - AD LIB Antiques - Lou Blass - A one-of-kind Supernova...
1stdibs.com

Belted

2012-01-16T16:55:00.001-08:00

Belted by decorativedeluxe featuring a flared skirt

Malo cashmere sweater
$357 - stylebop.com

Donna Karan leather jacket
£933 - net-a-porter.com

Oasis flared skirt
£40 - johnlewis.com

Charlotte Russe zig zag shoes
$40 - charlotterusse.com

ASOS clutch handbag
$35 - asos.com

Jordann turquoise jewelry
$320 - maxandchloe.com

Tiffany Co cabochon ring
$2,550 - tiffany.com

ANNICK GOUTAL Myrre Ardente (Edp, 50ml)
£80 - harrods.com

anyday

2012-01-16T16:52:00.001-08:00

anyday by decorativedeluxe featuring leather shoulder handbags

Kain Label crop top
$305 - stylebop.com

Tara Jarmon beige vest
€145 - placedestendances.com

Bright jeans
$284 - repertoirefashion.co.uk

Dolce vita boots
$150 - zappos.com

Dsquared leather shoulder handbag
$366 - thecorner.com

Yochi vintage style necklace
$39 - maxandchloe.com

J Crew ex boyfriend jewelry
$38 - jcrew.com

Rag bone navy hat
$150 - shoplesnouvelles.com

Greek to me

2012-01-16T16:50:00.001-08:00

Greek to me by decorativedeluxe featuring flare jeans

Diane von Fürstenberg camisole top
$198 - theoutnet.com

TopShop tailored blazer
£65 - topshop.com

Goldsign flare jeans
£325 - harveynichols.com

Fergie strappy heels
$93 - heels.com

Proenza Schouler black leather clutch
$1,175 - shopzoeonline.com

Femme Metale Jewelry long ring
$170 - couturecandy.com

Giorgio Armani round sunglasses
$273 - forzieri.com

Hollywood regency

2012-01-16T16:48:00.001-08:00

Hollywood regency by decorativedeluxe featuring sport watches

H m dress
£15 - hm.com

Moschino Cheap Chic striped coat
$1,750 - net-a-porter.com

Juicy Couture leather ballet flat
$175 - couture.zappos.com

Diane von Fürstenberg metallic tote
$1,031 - my-wardrobe.com

Swarovski sport watch
$810 - swarovski.com

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Eau De Toilette 100ml
£75 - harveynichols.com

1STDIBS.COM - Palm Beach Antique and Design Center - White Lacquer...
1stdibs.com

Design by Todd

2012-01-16T14:25:00.000-08:00

One of the things I love about working at Design by Todd is my boss Todd Zimmerman ASID is not just a “fabric thrower” or decorator you call after your space is done, while yes we do work with fabrics we do so much more. Cabinet design in a kitchen and mill work are some of his favorites. I consider Todd an Interior Architect... if that makes sense. Call Todd in the beginning of your project and you will be able to sleep at night.

Here is Todd Zimmerman on an inspection at a cabinet shop. We go the over the production and installation of all aspects of a residence or commercial project. It’s so fun to be a part of a company where we all create everyday in so many different ways.

Design by Todd

2012-01-16T13:55:00.000-08:00

Todd Zimmerman is an established designer in Lafayette, LA with clients both locally and across the U.S. His work is specific to the client. He has a well-rounded background and education in design and experience with high-end design firms and his years as an independent designer allow him to cater to a multitude of clients.

http://www.designbytodd.com/

Millwork

2011-12-20T14:04:00.001-08:00

Millwork makes a room feel "real" as in "real craftsmanship" to me:
crown molding
window surrounds (great windows too)
baseboards
framed entry to room
casework with an interesting corner
patterned ceiling done in wood work

Note: all this can be painted ... in fact so much better painted because stained can be so heavy in a room.
Anyway here are some images I've been collecting of nice millwork:

currey and company lighting

2011-08-11T14:42:00.003-07:00

We've used Currey and Company lighting on several jobs here are a few pics from a recent project. Currey and Co. are always great quality and a true pleasure to design with. Great selection and they even have a section of lighting called "Currey in a hurry" that is really quick. I highly recommend Currey and Company lighting! Check it out.

Below: the "Iron Flourish Wall Sconce" from Currey and Company

Below: A pair of the "Iron Flourish Wall Sconce" from Currey and Company - Todd Zimmerman ASID Interiors

Below: the "wiggins petit pendant" from Currey and Company

Below: 3 of the "wiggins petit pendants" - Todd Zimmerman ASID Interiors

if your happy and you know it - decorate your room

2011-07-12T13:59:00.000-07:00

Ever since I found out I was pregnant (my baby is 1 year old now) I’ve been collecting pictures of HAPPY kid rooms. These are some real "Antidepressant interior design" spaces I like that these are easy, kid friendly and not overly put together. I like kids rooms to look “mixed” rather than “matched” and not too thematic or coordinated. Here are some of my favorites.

butler's pantry ...even in households where there is no butler

2011-06-30T13:51:00.000-07:00

Butler's pantries are usually located in transitional spaces between kitchens and dining rooms, and used as staging areas for serving meals. They usually have countertops, and storage for tableware, serving pieces, table linens, candles, wine, and other dining-room articles. More elaborate versions may include refrigerators, sinks, or dishwashers.

I do think they serve a real purpose - I could use one even in my little house we already have our wedding china, crystal and old silver from my grandmother. I love buying serving pieces from estate sales but my laundry room is getting full. Here are some pretty butler pantries I found on the internet.

A butler's pantry or serving pantry is a utility room in a large house, primarily used to store serving items, rather than food. Traditionally, a butler's pantry was used for storage, cleaning and counting of silver; European butlers often slept in the pantry, as their job was to keep the silver under lock and key. The wine log and merchant's account books may also have been kept in there. The room would be used by the butler and other domestic staff; it is often called a butler's pantry even in households where there is no butler.

banquettes

2011-05-02T12:50:00.000-07:00

They can be built-in or just a love seat at a table. Banquettes are functional and a bit different - I like that. Here are some images of banquettes that I really like:

Baker Milling Road Chest

2011-04-28T11:13:00.000-07:00

We ordered a pair of Baker Milling Road Chests to be used as bedside tables and happy surprise...

...the interior of the drawers are red!

Baker Milling Road Chest No. 17-015-1

Gustavian style wallpaper

2011-04-05T08:46:00.000-07:00

I like Swedish style decoration like Gustavian grey, light and airy, shabby-chic faux finish in shades of white, light grey or cream and oooohhh how about some dull matte finishes we just got this ad from Zoffany in the mail and checkout this laurel wreath wallpaper so Gustavian / Swedish style.

From Zoffany
Gustavus Laurel Wreath Motif Wallpaper

Clarence House Greek Key Trim + Stripes on the Wall = LOVE IT!

2011-04-01T13:45:00.000-07:00

We (Design by Todd) just designed a bathroom with several of my favorite things like Clarence House Trim Greek Key Trim in "wheat" color and cabana stripes on the wall .... aaaahhhh I love working with Todd!
Life is Good.

Weather forecast for tonight: dark.

2011-03-14T14:59:00.000-07:00

Darkness is a wonderful design tool because like the night it shows me the stars.
It's not my first dark post...
I just had to go to the dark side again (old post I wanna see it painted, painted black )
I love dark sexy rooms.
Here's a few more:

don't worry about the darkness, for that is when the stars shine brightest

Current Project

2011-01-20T13:42:00.000-08:00

Appreciative and Happy Client redoing his entrance area, living and dining area of a mid-century modern home. Beginning renovations next week ordered all furniture and accessories, can't wait to show the finished space!

Woodworking shop just emailed me this picture of the entrance table - now I'll schedule the finisher to pick up and paint it lacquer red - awesome!

Table installed! See pic below

A few other pics of what we did that day:

Current Project

2011-01-20T13:30:00.000-08:00

Fun Project for a Fun Client!
Just placed all the purchase orders, flooring being refinished, painting being done right now, added columns ... everyone is working. Will show you the before and after pictures soon:)

David Downton Fashion illustrations

2010-10-27T07:20:00.000-07:00

David Downton Fashion illustrations are drop-dead gorgeous. I have been seeing them for years and didn't know who the artist was. Then this morning I got an email from some company advertising that they had some fashion illustrations for sale (not David Downton's) but that got me thinking about how much I like fashion illustrations as art in a room. It's so glamorous. I did some research and started noticing all my favs were David's work. Here are a few that are bewitching me.

Everybody scream, it's Almost Halloween

2010-10-22T09:35:00.000-07:00

All my friends are wondering
what they're gonna be.
So am I ... I've usually decided by now.
I might just do an all black thing, like image below or a witch.
Here are some pretty little pics.

for some fun and awesome makeup tips like this for Marilyn Monroe, she even has videos -
go to Kandee Johnson's Blog
Kandee is my favorite - she's awesome & can show the details on how to get any look, sexy or spooky!

Too Fabulous

2010-09-20T12:28:00.001-07:00

Chevron Floors, white walls white molding details the tulip table - gorgeous!

More lighting

2010-09-20T07:45:00.000-07:00

I just posted a few lighting images then I come into office to find a new supplement to Fine Art Lamps catalog. I'm already obsessed with these:Image Above: Fine Art Lamps No. 787640-2FL Allegretto Gold Pendant H. 28" W. 40"

Image Above: Fine Art Lamps No. 780340-2FL Allegretto Gold Pendant H. 29" W. 48"
Image Above: Fine Art Lamps No. 780140-2ST Allegretto Gold Pendant H. 23" W. 33"
Image Above: Fine Art Lamps No. 780440-2ST Lantern H. 52" W. 28" Image Above: Fine Art Lamps No. 787450-2ST Sconce H. 26" W. 8" D. 7"

Lighting

2010-09-16T13:34:00.001-07:00

Some current favorites

Image Above: From Arteriors Home

Sleek sexy and sorta 1960's

The Breck 12L Brass Metal Chandelier

H: 27'' x 36'' Diameter

Image Above:

From Festoni

Ok I love anything with a Pagoda!

Image Above: CH-2006

Pagoda
24 H x 19 W

Image Above:

Very Hollywood Regency From Festoni CH-1006R

Bamboo Red
20½ H x 24½ W

Image Above:

Yet Another Very Hollywood Regency & I just love all that Bamboo stuff!

From Festoni CH-1004

Bamboo Lattice
30 H x 30½ W

Image Above:

Quatrefoil shape is hip and happening

The Anna Lantern from Julian Chichester

D20.5" x W20.5" x H20.5"

Oval Office

2010-09-09T14:57:00.000-07:00

Image Above: KENNEDY'S desk and drapery panels are 2 of my favorites!

Image Above: JOHNSON'S fabulous sofa's and he kept Kennedy's classic drapery

Image Above: Oval Office remodeled, I like the rug.

Just thinking about the interior design updates done to the Oval Office ... designing for the president. They are ok...but I like Kennedy & Johnson's interior design style the best!
I looked at images of the Oval Office of the past my favorite is a mix of Kennedy's for the desk and drapery & Johnson for the sofa's and he kept Kennedy's curtains, and I would too they were classic. So, yeah Kennedy's desk and drapery panels with Johnson's sofas!

stuff for my new mom life style

2010-09-09T13:23:00.000-07:00

I was on the L.L. Bean website looking for "practical shoes" since I have a new baby my old sky high heels are not working for me just yet. Most days I'm carrying an infant and baby bag at least. Safety and comfort are coming first these days although I usually believe if I'm comfortable I can't possibly look good.

...anyway then I came across this cute clutch!

The Pebbled Leather Clutch for $75 Then I remembered why I was on the L.L. Bean site, oh yeah PRACTICAL stuff for my new mom life style and it's not too practical for me just yet - as my hands are always full - THEN I thought I can stick it in my baby's diaper bag and pull it out when I need to look chic, well there ya go!
By the way as far as the shoes go I like the $119 Moccasin Wedge ,a wedge is a nice high heel alternative it gives you some height with safety and this one looks comfy and nice in Dark Blue Spruce. The shoe is also Preppy and Preppy is back but did it ever leave, it's a timeless style. I see the preppy come back as
dressing down with gracefulness.

clutch small enough to stick in diaper bag - big enough to hold all my stuff!
I did not think of L.L. Bean for hand bags other than the classic Boat and Tote, boy was I wrong ... great handbags!

Timeless and classic outfit (she is also holding that perfect clutch bag)

A palette of blue and white

2010-09-02T14:25:00.000-07:00

Mom this blog is for you like we say "Blue and White is a classic combo it never goes out of style"

this stuff NEVER gets old to me

2010-08-30T07:35:00.000-07:00

Image Above: Transcend every kitchen trend use a white subway tile back splash

Image Above: Paint it black with white molding - your in vogue forever! Above Images from Kelly Wearstler's Book Modern Glamour

Image Above: Thomas Pheasant furniture because his pieces look like classical architecture to me. This is timeless.

Image Above: I always love seersucker fabric, it could be on a baby or bedding it's classic.

Image Above:Black and white rooms, forever chic and sexy.

Image Above: Greek Key Trim and Contrast Welt (2 things that Never get old to me).

Image Above: In the 1940’s Eero Saarinen developed the pedestal Tulip table still modern

Images Above: Faux Bamboo Pagoda Chandelier, I just love anything with a Pagoda.

Oh it's another Rainy Day in Louisiana

2010-08-19T08:04:00.001-07:00

Crazy Rain Yesterday

It was my first week back at work since having our new baby.

I need to get a good trench coat, a pair of LL BEAN Coastal Rain Skimmers, and a fabulous waterproof hat as I cannot carry an umbrella and car seat with baby.

Image Above: Rodney Smith photography

Image Above: The LL BEAN Coastal Rain Skimmer

$69.00

We had our first baby

2010-07-20T10:11:00.000-07:00

I haven't been posting much because I just had my first Baby!
Ethan Alexander Kemzuro.
It's been 6 weeks and I'm back at work now so I should be posting more soon.
Here are some pictures of our new baby;)

Lattice Love

2010-06-17T08:47:00.000-07:00

Going through old paper work this week I found this page (below) from Domino Magazine (domino magazine ceased publication but I have their book and several old copies). Well I must have liked this - I tore it out and kept it around. Got me thinking how much I love lattice and trellis...

Image Below: I saved this from a Jardins en Fleur blog post. I like the circle cut into the lattice.

Image Below: Kelly Wearstler imperial trellis fabric. I still love you imperial trellis!Image Below: More Lattice Love and how simple is this treatment!

Lattice or trellis it's just fab!

Cute stuff from other blogs

2010-06-14T11:12:00.000-07:00

I have a collection of images I've saved from other peoples blogs.

I've been saving on my computer with no information on where I saved them from (sorry about that) but I like them and would like to share ... here are a few of my favorites:

Image Below: Fabulous Ceiling

Image Below: Classic Cased Opening Image Below: A Happy Trellis RoomImage Below: Room with nice moldings and ceiling detailImage Below: This is just painted on fake molding / panels, I think it adds Architectural Interest.Image Below: Nice Doors

Ethan's Room...

2010-06-11T12:58:00.000-07:00

A few inspirational picture for the nursery:
Chair above from little nest

I wanted to do the room: Kinda mid-century . Nifty 50s with a gleam of new modern. No real theme just cool baby nursery.

Image Above: I would really like a large map on the wall (the blue / green color pallet is nice)

Image Above: We have to have a book nook!

Image Above: I really like this Dwell Studio Bedding is about $400 so I purchased a similar set with hippos on it from Dwell Studio line for Target for under $100.
Image Above: They came in this is the bedding I purchased with hippos on it from Dwell Studio line for Target for under $100. I was thinking about the Greek Key trim (little sample with bedding here) on plain Roman Shades - but maybe not.

Images Above: love the paper lanterns, I haven't purchase yet, I would love the George Ne lson Bubble Lamps but at over $400 a piece, nope. I think Ikea or World Market will have something.

Image Above: I found this Spot on Square Roh Dresser $ 1,290 for dresser + $ 310 for changing tray = $1,600 for a changing table. My dad is a carpenter and can do anything - I emailed him images and dimensions...pretty sure this will be at my baby shower. What a lucky daughter I am!
Image Above: Just update this post 6-28-10 ... He made it! Yeah Dad, and even better because he made it! That's the Prince Aha Stool designed by Philippe Starck from Design within Reach on the right, we've had it for years, even left it outside for the last year, really holds up.

Image Above: What we have so far, a free hand-me-down crib (couldn't pass that up - Thanks Amy). Dwell Studio bedding...well besides the free hand-me-down bassinet (again couldn't pass that up - Thanks Amy) in the bedroom.
His room is classic and will still be kinda mid-century (boy that mid-century stuff gets pricey - you get what you pay for). Nifty 50s with a gleam of new modern. No real theme just cool baby nursery. But now with a few more traditional pieces because they were free and with all the stuff we are buying free is the best design right now. So, we'll see what I come up with Nifty 50s with a gleam of new modern and some traditional (free stuff) too...

Image Above: Our bedroom with his little bassinet.

Wall covering nest

2010-03-31T10:47:00.000-07:00

OMG! I just went through the 2 most fabulous bags of wall coverings ever! Michael at ID Collection in Dallas you are the BOMB! My boss Todd just came back from a shopping trip in Dallas with samples Michael pulled for us. Below is an image of my nest (I sat on the floor and pulled everything that I liked and this is what I narrowed it down to).

Cool Crib!

2010-03-25T08:20:00.000-07:00

Just got my new Traditional Home magazine and saw the article "sentimental journey" this furniture is even made of sustainably harvested hardwood and nontoxic finishes.
I can't get over how fabulous this crib is!

The New Traditionalists

Mirror Details

2010-03-23T11:00:00.000-07:00

I received my White house Black market catalog in the mail a few days ago and the images where photographed in a beautiful interior had to post the mirror detail.

Up Close Mirror Detail Below:

I'm still obsessed with Greek key

2010-02-08T08:13:00.000-08:00

Here's some old pictures from magazines and internet I've been accumulating.

Contrast Banding

2010-01-17T11:41:00.001-08:00

I like this ottoman's contrast banding / taping.

The Nursery

2010-01-09T18:19:00.000-08:00

I'll come up with something soon...
I love seersucker and dotted Swiss fabrics for a nursery then I also like wall decals and Asian paper lanterns.
I like a mix of the look of classic white fresh with some cool fun funky stuff mixed in. I love Serena and Lily (very classic with maybe some upscale exotic details) Serena and Lily is fabulous it's also pretty expensive for our budget. Luckily I also love some of the stuff Dwell Studio has been doing for Target (very retro modern cool). These are two totally different looks and I still don't know what exactly I want to do in the old guest room / new baby's nursery, I have a few fantasies but didn't plan it out yet. I'm sure I'll end up coming up with a happy mix of a few little expensive things, some hand me downs, and garage and estate sale finds. Here are some cute little images I've been saving since I found out I was pregnant 3 months ago (I wish I could give credit for these images but I've just been saving in a file with no info).

I really want to add a built in "book nook" so cute.

Image Above: I would also like to use Chinoiserie wall paper or some kind of mural / applied graphic with pagoda shapes in it.

Image Below: We have very little storage space so I love the idea of this storage wall and the flip down changing table.

Image Below: I love the neutral color palette here!

Image Below: I love the dark wood floors. We have oak under the carpet in the future nursery I just don't know if I want to under take pulling up carpet and refinishing floors before the baby is born...I really love the idea of staining of floors darkest brown like the living area. Erik wanna do this for me? Love ya!

More contrast welt

2010-01-09T18:12:00.000-08:00

I love images with contrast anything (piping, paint or taping). See old post on Contrast.

A Tented Room

2010-01-06T14:42:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven't been blogging much...I am 3 months pregnant and have had sooooo much morning sickness. It's our first baby so exciting and so much to do.
Anyway even though I have been lazy with mine I still look at every one's blog and I just saw the sweetest thing at Strictly Simple Style a tented room Design by Alessandra Branca see image below:
Design by Alessandra Branca
Image from strictlysimplestyle.blogspot

Wordle

2009-12-03T10:42:00.000-08:00

I made a wordle. Wordle is a toy for generating “word clouds” from text you use most often (I used words from my blog).
Here's my wordle:

Eat, drink and be scary.

2009-10-26T06:33:00.000-07:00

It's almost Halloween make me a child again let's play dress up!

When witches go riding,
and black cats are seen,
the moon laughs and whispers,
‘tis near Halloween.

powder room, water closet, bathroom, shower, washroom

2009-10-22T08:59:00.000-07:00

I really like the new Honed White Kohler finish so I thought I would post a few favorite bathroom images. Not all images have honed or white finishes in them. That just made me think of all the wonderful finishes and colors for bathrooms, all the moods we can create, from art deco glamour to spa tranquility. I just keep finding these fabulous pictures in books, online or magazines and I have to scan in and share these lovely bathroom images.

Bedding

2009-10-21T15:06:00.000-07:00

A few images of good bedding details:

Something between the Green shades of summer and the dull browns of winter

2009-10-08T12:43:00.000-07:00

For Fall I photographed parts of a recent project we (Todd Zimmerman Interiors) just finished and some other images I photographed at showrooms in Dallas. I have to tell you I was really inspired at The Brendan Bass Showroom in Dallas - the textures there are amazing and just right. I concentrated on the Colors and Textures that make me think of the crunch of leaves under my feet.

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1: I photographed at The Brendan Bass Showroom, it's an antique piece of French architecture.
2: Is from a recent installation of a Minton-Spidell mirror (Minton-Spidell has so many unique hand-applied finishes). You will notice how nice the bumpy organic texture of this mirror works with the other natural texture in the picture - that Schumacher grasscloth.
3: Is from a recent job we selected this handpainted vessel and the andirons on the hearth of the fireplace. Welcome Autumn!
4: Is of the Texture my boss Todd selected for the mantel - I like the scaring and distressing also it only has a little French Wax on it - no varnish. Perfect
5 More wood - this is from the Brendan Bass Showroom I like the big rusty nails and powder post beetle marks.

P.S. Thanks to the staff at The Brendan Bass Showroom in Dallas.
Jan you are so helpful and had great product knowledge.
I just want to complement and thank the entire staff so much, great showroom!

Designer collaboration: F Schumacher & clothing designer Trina Turk

2009-09-11T11:51:00.000-07:00

It is always sunny with Trina Turk fabrics. I am grateful that she brought her signature of bright, bold colors and retro look to F Schumacher.
Images below are of indoor/outdoor fabrics:

Pasadena Showcase House 2009
Image from all things that's fresh+new

Indoor / Outdoor collection from F Schumacher fabric
on of my favorites is Super Paradise Print in color Drift wood. The yellow/gray color combination has been popular lately, I like it too.
Image Below: I just got the fabric memos in threw 'em on the table and photographed them. These are 100% Acrylic Duck Outdoor fabrics. I do love a boldly printed fabric very cool for outdoor poolside lounging!

Image Below: Scrunched it up in my hand and let go, I like to do this too see how much it wrinkles. It only wrinkles slightly and the wrinkles release easily with a slight tug.

I Still Love It!

2009-09-03T14:56:00.000-07:00

These things might be everywhere right now - I still can't get enough of them.

Image Above: That's me with the Imperial Trellis II Ivory/Navy (174411) from Schumacher, House of KWID. Oh, Kelly Wearstler, love ya! The green one is Treillage/Ivory (2643763). It was inspired by Asian fretwork, timeless trellis pattern.

Image below: I also still like zebra - just look at it on the inside of these chairs.

Could Greek Key ever go out of fashion? For me it's timeless.Thomas Pheasant pillow from the Baker Showroom in Dallas.

La Bella Bianco

2009-08-26T14:34:00.000-07:00

Just wiped all the drool of the pages and scanned in from Interiors Magazine. The photos are by Nathan Kirkman. This is Designer Barbara Sordino and Architect Cesare Torno's Milan apartment. It's from a back issue Oct+Nov 2008, but it's still not old to me.

Greek Key

2009-08-26T13:16:00.000-07:00

The pattern is also known as a meander (twisting and turning or a river) or a Greek fret. Fretwork is a design cut out with a fretsaw. A Greek key is geometric and simple and you could imagine that it has been cut out, which explains its other name, Greek fret. Also it is one color against a neutral background, so it is easy to carve or cut.

Clarence House Trim # FFA8500-09 Grand Galon Athenee - Noir made in Spain is my favorite trim (it's a big 3" wide trim) I contacted our rep at Clarence House and asked if they had anything similar, THEY DO! Petit Galon Athenee Trim # PGA8501-9 Noir only 1.5" wide see below, it comes in several color ways.

In fact the helpful people at Clarence House sent me several Greek Key fabrics!

Shown Below: Highland Court Fabrics Pattern 180826H Palladio baltic (blue) and tomato (orange)

Shown Below: Yes, It's a Greek Key Pattern- GP&J Baker Emperor's Garden Wallpaper - Fretwork

España Bunching Chest

2009-08-26T11:47:00.000-07:00

I love Dorothy Draper style pieces and interiors, I know it's over the top and in many ways most of it is just too much razzle-dazzle for everyone, but I say it's spirited, and bold style. She combined period glamour with a modern style of living and a flash of respect for the past. Kindel Furniture has some amazing Dorothy Draper pieces one of my favorites is the "Dorothy Draper's Console and Curio" with the Chinese Chippendale inspired top! But, right now I am talking about the Bunching Chest. I must stay focused - it's just all so friggin' fabulous!
ONE OF HER BEST PIECES:
The España Bunching Chest was designed by Dorothy Draper by invitation of the Spanish government to design a collection to raise the profile of Spanish design in the international market. The bunching rectangular chest which is made of Cherry, features three drawers decorated with a repeated routed pattern. Solid brass ring pulls adorn the centers of the nine shapes. Available in wood or painted finishes. Shown above: in Finished in Robin’s Egg Blue and white. (from Kindel Furniture Company)

Image below: Dorothy Draper designed these pieces to be used as room dividers. These are for sale on 1st dibs

This 3 drawer chest is a reproduction of the Dorothy Draper chest from the 1950's as well as those from the movie Sex and the City. Solid hardwood, black gloss finish with golden accents and golden pulls.

Image Above: A Dorothy Draper inspired chest at Tonic Home

Tiles, Trims and Favortie Materials

2009-08-25T15:30:00.000-07:00

Image Below: Tiles from around the office that I lust after...
from: Ann Sacks and Walker Zanger

Image Below: I will find a fabulous bamboo chandelier. Probably available someplace like 1st dibs, so chic.
Image Below: Do other people have a dream trim? Mine is Clarence House FFA8500-09 Grand Galon Athenee - Noir made in Spain.

Image Below: Architectural prints always seem so smart and in vogue.

Image Below: This is such a cute way to use a trim (I think this picture is from Quatrine) I love the inset and piping / banding at the bottom.

Image Below: I don't know where I saved this image from - It's friggin' fabulous!

Fresh ideas and washable slip covers at Quatrine

2009-08-24T13:32:00.000-07:00

While in Dallas we went to Quatrine where Alexis our sales associate who was so stylish and had considerable product knowledge helped us select the best furniture and fabric combinations. Quatrine is the industry standard for washable slip covered and upholstered furniture. Here are a few of my favorites.
Image Below: Is a zebra hide ottoman - which is a big trend right now - when you are ready for a change you could have a nice little slipcover made for it...so smart! (see how the slipcover is folded back right here to reveal the zebra hide underneath)
Image Below: Is a work table in the store. When the benches are tucked in it looks like a skirted table. Also notice the shelf / apron of the table to stash calculators, tape measures and pens.
Image Below: I really like this framed map.

I couldn't help noticing how the pillows at Quatrine are poofed like a pro. Here's how you can Professionally Poof a Pillow:

Fluff up the pillow.
Then give a karate chop directly in the center of the top of the pillow making an indentation in the middle.
Now, pull up each corner of the pillow slightly.

Image Below: A sofa we selected for the client. The contrast welt is so cute.

Current Obsession Black and White Stripes

2009-08-23T18:07:00.000-07:00

I've been dreaming of stripes for a while now see my old post Stripe it Rich . I am about to purchase several yards of black and white stripe fabric and have our workroom make some simple pinch pleat drapery for our dining area, I'm just doing one wall in stripes any more will be too much for me. I will post a picture when I install it. In the mean time here are some pictures to inspire me. (I didn't take these pictures - just saved from the Internet or magazines - many are from old Domino magazines). I think stripes can be Dorothy Draper inspired, graphic, fearless, and cool. Yes, they can also drive a person crazy there is nothin' soothing about this look, but I don't sleep in my dining area I wanna have fun!

Script Fabric from Carolyn Quartermaine

2009-08-23T17:02:00.000-07:00

Soft pretty matte gold script on lovely fabrics. I think these fabrics from Carolyn Quartermaine are feminine without being too little old lady. She hit it just right delicate, romantic and pretty simple, I can imagine so many uses for these.