Kitchen Design Ideas 2015: March 2010

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Happy Easter

I Would Like To Wish You All a Safe and Happy Easter
Love Viera

Working on / before and after sofa

My heart skips a beat when I see a truly loved home. As far as I'm concerned, the best homes are the ones with soul and personality. Little bits and pieces gathered here and there, the flotsam and jetsam of a life well-lived, and quirky snippets and keepsakes are what elevates a home from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Perfect imperfection.

I don't quite know what to make of this, but I did tell you to expect the unexpected!

all images by Simon Kenny via content-agency

So, what's your favourite piece that makes your house uniquely you? I'd love to know what it is you cherish - maybe you've brought something back from a great holiday, or is it a family treasure handed down from a loved one? If you want to go one further and send me a photo, I'll do a follow-up post featuring your treasures in all their glory. Ooh, this could be fun!

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Why thank you!

I'm feeling absolutely chuffed this week - I am the lucky recipient of two blog awards! Thanks so much to my sweet blog buddy Kerry at A Tranquil Townhouse, and the lovely Judy at Verandah House for their kind awards - you've made my week! Add these to my award from the gorgeous Amanda at Homely One last week, and I'm one happy little camper!

Now, these would have to be some of the most generous and supportive and people ever, and they've made my foray into the blogosphere so much fun. Amanda was one of the very first people to leave a comment for me, and she's been such a sweetheart with her kind words and encouragement. Kerry's beautiful blog is like a breath of fresh air, her wit and personality shine through and she is just so lovely to boot. And I've been a long-time reader of Judy's for quite some time now, initially over at Lily-G and now at Verandah House. Her posts are so stylish and fabulous, and add to that her new adventure with a move to the Byron Bay hinterland, and you have blog heaven! All I can say is make sure you put aside some time to read these fantastic blogs, you'll be so glad you did!

See you soon,

Monday, March 29, 2010

Suzanne Kasler

Suzanne Kasler is one of my favorite designers. Her vision for neutral tones, accented with hints of color is why I'm so drawn to her work.

Below are some beautiful examples:

via Inspired Interiors

When I look at this room I think of sophisticated and clean. I love how all her rooms exemplify that less is more is always better!

via Inspired Interiors

That orange chair coupled with those flowers and twigs are gorgeous!!

via Inspired Interiors

If I can name one thing that makes me happy... it would be light fixtures like these:

via Inspired Interiors

Loving the orange and turquoise!

via Inspired Interiors

I love the soft soothing colors!

via Inspired Interiors

I love the words of Suzanne, "I like rooms that have a kind of integrity. Everything in them seems to belong. There is nothing extraneous. When I walk into a room, I want it to feel clear and clean. Always, at the back of my head, I hear the words 'Less is more'."

Have a wonderful week!!