LauraDB's Profile

There's something nostalgic and adorable about their decorating style. I love the clear lines in the office area. A cluttered office makes work nearly impossible!

I actually love the way this looks. As lolagirl mentioned, I'm not sure how well it will weather but I think the polyerethane could really help. And wallpaper treads are fairly easily replaced and could change the looks so drastically. I love it!

The chairs are definitely my favorite part of this (although the white couch is beautiful). They're the part that most strongly say "French" to me, but the whole feeling has the eclectic aspect.

That's a great idea. It works really well in that woodworking type setting with all the tools around. I can't imagine it would be pulled off as well holding kitchen utensils, for example. Whenever standard items are re-imagined, I love the creativity that results.

how cool! This reminds me of the Bellagio ceiling in Las Vegas, although less ostentatious. I think this could be replicated with great success in a house but it would have to be carefully thought out.

I LOVE these designs, but the problem with having these wonderful outdoor spaces is that it is incredibly hot outside for the majority of the summer. I find that having a fan can make all of the difference!

I like this, but you'd have to have a very specific look going to pull it off. I know in my tiny galley kitchen I don't have the space to pull this off without looking too contrived.

These have such a neat look to them! I love the light that they bring with them....it's such a softer feel.

I love this idea, although I think the aesthetic (for my tastes) could be improved by having open cabinets (no cover). That would give it more of the "library" feel. However, now that I think about it, I can see how very quickly that could look disorganized and cluttered and ruin the effect. Hm....maybe have just the top level open?

This is great article. I've struggled with this very concept recently and I am SO excited to see and utilize these tips! Spraying the underside of a plastic gaurd is a great idea, although I totally support using colored rugs instead. And plants make any area much more personalized and inhabitable! Good work.