The outdoor scenery surrounding this powder room in Beaver Creek, Colorado is the catalyst for the rustic yet refined design by Billy Beson. Bringing the elements of earth into this space feels so natural, just look at the fantastically textured vanity stone basin with polished top, organically shaped quarts light pendants, twig shaped door handle, and plastered and warm honey-colored walls. Can you get this look? Absolutely.
Nothing compares to the reflection of natural light and the purity and serenity it implies. That is certainly the case in the Alcove Suite at the Royalton Hotel in New York. Designed by Philippe Starck, the tub surround is studded with mirrored tiles. It is just magical. A monochromatic scheme or very neutral palette works best when using a lot of mirror, otherwise, you may get a look that is way too busy.
The smart round marble top coffee table by cb2 is a simple and elegant table that could be used in so many settings. If you are a stylish 20-something just starting your furniture collection in your new apartment, or a hip older generation ready to flip your old table for something new, well this has your name written all over it. Carrara style marble has that ink blot sublinimal effect on me.
How sweet it is! I have weddings on the mind, you see, my little sister is getting married at the end of the summer and this is what I think about. While looking for different ideas I came upon this happy little theme: Carnival!!! For anyone having a reception in a big white tent, consider the vibrant hues and cheerful accents that go along with this spectacular country fair/ carnival/ circus theme.
When plan A (a glass and steel contemporary structure) and plan B (a repurposed church house with 50′ ceilings) were not feasable on this windy hilltop in Cape Breton, Eliot and Alexandra Angle decided upon a simply marvellous barn-style cottage that is as fresh as the air around it. Take a look inside…..