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Archive for November, 2009
No CommentsIf you are a style maven who is a bit bored with the traditional then you might be interested in unique Christmas tree themes. I’m having a bit of a hard time finding the right Christmas tree for my annual holiday party this year. Last year, was my favorite. I set out thinking I would ...Read more.
Please go to this link and vote for my living room to win a design contest.
Thanksgiving Pep Talk In case you have forgotten, or haven’t had time to think about it–Thanksgiving is less than a week away. So, take a deep breath, and relax. There are so many things to be thankful for (if you can’t think of any…at least we get a day off). In the weeks up to ...Read more.
I have a particular affinity to Quatrefoils and Arabesques–in fashion and interiors. They add such interest and dimension, with their geometric plays on curves and points. Just gorgeous! Quatrefoil–which means “four leaves”–is a design element that first showed up long about the Gothic revival period, and it’s been around ever since, commonly used in architecture and ...Read more.
A Splash of Sophistication When searching for ideas for your Kitchen backsplash, it seems that there are thousands of options. I have compiled a top ten list of kitchen backsplashes, and unique finds! When you are shopping, remember: it’s a focal point in your home, and usually, not much square footage is needed. It’s an ...Read more.
Lawn Gone! Mary Elizabeth's Backyard Retreat (as seen on HGTV!)
Exterior Design, Features, Tile Designs
Forget the national TV coverage, the lights, cameras and action. Even if HGTV had never shown up in Mary Elizabeth Hulsey’s backyard, that space would still be a superstar—a sophisticated, in-the-city retreat that’s always ready for its close-up. Of course, HGTV did show up at Mary Elizabeth’s house recently, to feature her bodacious backyard on ...Read more.
Strips of Crema Marfil Marble mosaics are punctuated by 1″x1″ Lagos Azul Limestone, as accents on the wall and covering the floor. I found this mosaic at Mission Stone and Tile, in Nashville, TN. Larsen draws inspiration from textile traditions throughout the world, using traditional and modern weaving methods. Exquisite hand-woven wallpapers are universally recognized ...Read more.
LIME: A Restaurant with a Twist Renowned Nashville restaurateur Chris Hyndman holds the midtown monopoly on hip dining. With ever-popular hot spots Virago and Lay’la in his line-up, Hyndman is masterful at bringing unique flavors not only to a plate but to a place as well. His restaurants are deliciously designed to create atmospheres as ...Read more.
If You're Going to "Have Her Over For Dinner," the Kitchen Better Cook!
Food Wine & Design, Interior Design, Kitchen Design
Have Her Over For Dinner is a cool new cookbook by Nashvillian Matt Moore. This handy read is targeted for savvy bachelors willing to learn that the quickest way to a woman’s heart is through the kitchen. It’s the ultimate guide for guys. Moore is a writer who not only can cook a great meal ...Read more.
Weave Mosaics Into Your Next Design Bianco Carrara Marble with Bardiglio Dots Basketweave- punctuated with lagos azul 5/8″ mesh Precisely cut mosaics are intricately intersected to create basketweave effects, then placed on mesh-backing for easy installation. These clever collections of marble, travertine, and slate feature tone-on-tone overlays and patterns punctuated with contrasting dots– to carry ...Read more.