This week, I’m obsessed with Moroccan lanterns, ginger jars and house plants. Why? I have no idea. In any case, here are three that I love.
Love the pattern on this ginger jar from Mexico.
This Moorish lantern from Casbah Decor is dreamy! The scale and price are just right, too!
Tavern, a new restaurant in Los Angeles, has olive trees interspersed throughout its dining room. What a great alternative to ficus trees.
3 comments February 8th, 2010
If I was ever to be granted one wish, I would wish to be the owner of a quaint (and successful) bookstore. I would have no problem filling it, as the floor of my tiny bedroom currently acts as storage space for a plethora of novels, cookbooks, design books and treasured story books from my childhood. I love reading, but I love collecting books even more. Unfortunately, I always seem to have to step over (and usually bump over) a stack of books as I make my way through my room. But this summer, I’ll be moving into a new home with a much larger bedroom, so I’ve been researching creative ways to display my lovely treasures. Here’s what I’ve found:
I love how this example treats books like artwork. How poetic!
Here’s an inspiring use of ordinary crates. Like the first example, this is a great way to display random knick-knacks along with books.
I love the fun and bold look of this wooden bookcase. And it has room for hundreds of books!
Lastly, perhaps when I move into my own 12,000 square-foot mansion in the far, far distant future, I’ll reproduce this gem of library designed by Stan Topol for the 2009 Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Christmas House. I could spend every hour of the day in this library, surrounded by my precious books. That indeed would be an ideal life.
What are some inspiring ways you’ve seen books displayed?
Add comment February 4th, 2010
In the first installment of our new online series that focuses on house styles around Atlanta, Lori Johnston gives us the inside scoop on Georgian design. Do you often drive by a house that you love, but aren’t exactly sure of its “style?” Send us a picture and we’ll get to the bottom of it!
We asked and found out what details of this home at 3555 Knollwood Drive in Tuxedo Park, listed at $4.3 million by Wes Vawter with Atlanta Fine Homes/Sotheby’s International Realty, point to its Georgian style. Architect Kenneth Lynch, who designed additions in 1986 and 1996 to the home, which was built in 1950, shared his insight.
4 comments February 1st, 2010
Although decorating with plates (and platters and bowls and lids) on walls is not limited to Atlanta, sometimes it seems like the city is gound zero for the look.
Room designed by Judy Bentley, Interior Views; Photography by Erica George Dines
Room designed by Meridy King; Photography by Mali Azima
Room designed by Huff-Dewberry; Photography by Erica George Dines
Not exactly porcelain plates, but rather iron epicurian antiques. Room design by Beth Webb and Nancy Pendergrast; Photography by Erica George Dines
Room design by Dan Carithers; Photography by Erica George Dines
Room design by Huff-Dewberry; Photography by Erica George Dines
OK, this one isn’t in Atlanta. This vignette is from John Derian’s booth at the New York Gift Show, which is going on now. See more here.
Plates designed by artist Gregor Turk in his Blandtown studio.
1 comment January 31st, 2010
Check out how one Japanese artist transforms dried moss into a striking work of art. It’s truly a visual feast!
I love how the home’s simplistic style lets the beautiful detailing of the pattern take center stage.
What’s the most unique way you’ve dressed the walls of your home?
1 comment January 28th, 2010
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