Author: nataliya

interior designer, dreamer, nature lover, wife. my goal is not to just transform spaces, but to also transform lives. (photo credit: VIE Magazine *I did not take this photo, but I did participate on this project)

70’s Malibu inspired home

It seems like lately I’m drawn to all these California-esque homes. First Holiday in the Hills and now this!

I picked up the Oct/Nov issue of Urban Home Magazine and this project was featured on the cover. Designed by local San Antonio firm, Baxter Design Group, this home is a refreshing breeze of So-Cal eclectic style with organic touches. It has a laid back, retro feel mingled with just the right amount of modern. I had the chance to view this home back in May – it was part of the San Antonio Parade of Homes, featuring custom home builders Mattern & FitzGerald.

In the article, builder Kevin FitzGerald describes how the client “wanted a house with soul and natural materials that were understated, yet elegant. We chose to design and build a home that would be low on ‘stuff’ and rich on texture.”

The planning period for this home took 5 months of getting to know the client’s hopes, dreams, and desires. It paid off – the end result is gorgeous!

You dig?! View the whole article here.

(Photo Credits: Houzz & Urban Home Magazine)

thursday thoughts: be a leader

(Images link back to original source, if known. All others were found on Pinterest.)

happenings

So here’s some life updates:

Back in September, I posted about taking the first 2 sections of the NCIDQ Interior Design Licensing Exam…and guess what? I PASSED!! So excited – and to be completely honest – sooooo relieved. Now I can take my time to relearn hand drafting and prepare for the last day of testing. Not sure if I’ll take it this Spring… we’ll see.

Today marks 9 years since my hubby & I first started dating. We were 19 then – but feels like just yesterday! Literally, we’ve spent almost a 1/3 of our lives together! Haha so weird to think of it like that. It hasn’t always been easy, but it’s been worth it. I love him more each day.

I’m still waiting for fall to come. I think we had one cool week so far…but then it warmed back up into the low 80’s last weekend. Even for Texas that is unseasonably warm in December! But we have been blessed with such a beautiful, warm fall this year.

This past weekend we attempted our first Christmas family photo shoot. We found this cool walking bridge near our house recently and decided it would be a great spot. It’s called the Faust Street Bridge and its original structure dates back to 1887! I love it. Most of the shots were pretty silly, but we did get a few keepers. Camera tripod = best $30 I’ve spent. Here’s a sneak peek …

PS. I’m not anywhere near ready for Christmas. I think I have a grand total of one present off my list, and no tree up yet. How about ya’ll?

eye candy: jonathan adler for kravet

The man. The myth. The legend……. The fabric line.

Potter/artist/design genius/retailer Jonathan Adler recently paired with Kravet to develop his new happy line of fabrics. The collection includes upbeat, funky patterns and bold colors that are characteristic of the designer’s signature style.