Design

6 end tables i’m loving right now

Here are a few of my favorite {living room} things…

6 end tables I'm loving right now

1> Vein cut marble top paired with the wood base is sophisticated yet earthy.

2> I already love a good log table, but the lacquered silver takes the cake. Use one as a drink table, or bunch a few in place of a coffee table.

3> A modern take on Saarinen’s tulip side table. I adore the metal and wood combo!

4> Love the simple shape. This one can be traditional or modern, and comes in the gray wash (as shown) or 2 other finishes.

5> These little hourglass tables from Target are a steal at $59.99!

6> Gold leaf hairpin legs + white marble top = A little slice of heaven

Which one is your fave??

garden lust

It seems like the rest of the world is on the brink of going back to school or breaking out the fall boots, and out here in Texas-land we are at the peak of our summer heat. My grass has turned 50 shades of brown as the temps climb over 100 degrees here each day. Rain? What’s that? I’m not sure, because we haven’t seen any in months. 🙂 Neither have my poor plants. I struggle to keep them alive as it is, and this drought is not helping.

So, on this lovely Monday morning, I have been seeking out inspiration in the form of beautiful exteriors and greenery. I’m gushing green gardens, pining perfect patios, and lusting luscious landscapes. (say that 3 times fast!)

Would you like to join me as I daydream?

This is so fun. Borderline crazy, but fun.

Wouldn’t it be so awesome if your patio looked like this?

Or this?

Really loving this landscape with cactuses mixed in:

Does anybody out there have a herb garden? Are they easy to grow? I really like this vertical style on I saw on Pinterest:

My goal for next spring is to do our walkway with large cement blocks, river rocks, and desert plants and grasses…. kinda like this type of look.

I wonder if these planter boxes are hard to make….?

I’ll take this lovely metal vertical planter!

Okayyyy time for us to get back to work!

Have a great week! xo

moroccan retreat

You know whats funny? I was cleaning out my drafts folder and found this rough draft of a post I was going to do back in 2012, but never finished! I still think it is very much postworthy and relevant, so I will share it with you over 2 years later!

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I have this immense fascination with Morocco, so of course when I saw this delightful residence in the May issue of Lonny, I was ecstatic. Welcome to the Moroccan abode of author and activist, Maryam Montague. (You may be familiar with her book Marrakesh by Design.) Keep scrolling for some major eye candy!

This home is the ultimate balance of old and new. It is Moroccan-modern perfection. You know what helps? Having an architect husband. Together Maryam and her husband Chris were able to create their dream family home in the perfect central location for work and play.

moroccan stairs

I’m loving the mix of modern and vintage Moroccan design elements. Such a vivid collection from a well traveled family and a sweet reflection of the city she has grown to love.

Totally crushing all of the vintage light fixtures!!

And this headboard is genius!

Can you even imagine how fabulous the parties would be on this patio??

Hey, it may be from 2012 but you could have told me it was in print yesterday and I would have believed it. The moral of this story: Great design is timeless, remember that friends. And also do not wait until tomorrow (or 2 years from tomorrow) to do what could be done today!

(Photo Credit: Lonny Mag, all images link back to their source)

color story: citrus tones

We all draw our inspiration from different places. Finding inspiration in food… that’s perfectly normal, right? Yup. Some of the most cheery colors out there are citrus tones. Lime, grapefruit, orange, lemon… They are like little works of art. Especially when styled like this pic below:

And besides, what’s summer without good music, longer days, – and of course – bright colors?

Oh and Margaritas!! Can’t leave that off the list!! (Click the picture below for the recipe to this Pink Grapefruit Lime Margarita)

Honestly, this may be my favorite color palette in the world. (I may have said that before in a blog post, but I was just kidding, and am super serious now.)

I mean, some of my favorite interior shots EVER are in this palette:

You may remember the image from above. This home was featured in Coastal Living.

And this one: well if a green banquette doesn’t make you smile, I don’t know what will.

Tastefully done with some more traditional flair.

This nugget below made the cover of Southern Living’s May 2012 issue. For me, it still remains one of the best mixes of prints I’ve seen in an interior.

And let me just say – Mandi at Vintage Revivals is the bomb-dot-com, because she gets the last 2 photo mentions.

This first one is the love child of retro vintage and bohemian styles and it’s awesome.

And YES, one of my favorite DIY projects of all time!!! Seriously, still can’t get over that hex wall. She’s a genius!

MYTH #1: You have to live in FL to rock these colors.

MYTH #2: Using a bunch of bright colors together creates disaster.

As proven by the pictures above, both of these statements are totally false! Yes, these colors do favor coastal environments, but when done right, anyone can pull off this look. Intermix some of these fresh tones in, and the fruits of your labor will pay off (See what I did there?)

1 // such an awesome book with inspiring bright colors, from Will Taylor of Bright Bazaar

2 // I don’t think it’s possible to talk about bright colors and not bring in some Jonathan Adler. This chair comes in a variety of finishes and colors!

3 // of course you need some fun fabrics. ( Clockwise from top left: Robert Allen Out of Bounds Chartruese, Kravet Almora 712, Robert Allen Delighted Citrine, Robert Allen Cats Cradle Papaya)

4 // yes, I always have to feature a watch. This Michael Kors one is pure dynamite!

5 // pretty pillow cover

6 // most possibly the cutest set of measuring cups

7 // simple, elegant, and versatile summer wedges

8 // I wish I could have each and every one of Madeline Weinreb’s rugs. They are absolute perfection

9 // another fun, midcentury-inspired JA chair!

10 // vintage vase in a fun yellow color!

Have yourself a bright and cheery day! xo

(inspiration board is my creation, but all other photos link back to their original source)

insta-follow: i have this thing with floors

Any Instagram-ers out there?! It’s always exciting to come across a new account that is outside the box or has an actual theme or purpose. (Lets face it, I can’t be the only one that gets bored with the same ol’ picture perfect shot of someone holding an ice cream cone or bouquet of flowers, even as pretty as they are.)

Well, if you are obsessed with floors, tile, and pattern in general, this account is for you. I Have This Thing With Floors is a plethora of beautiful floor shots from all over the world, taken by various Instagram users.