Just Relax.

The weather is cool, the day is calm, and the weekend was long. Curling up in bed with a sweet movie sounds about perfect right now! I'm thinking Paris, je t'amie...


I love the mood set by wrapping the iron beds with lights. I'm ready to relax in this soft and subtle glow.

Design Milk: The Beat Boxed 17

Here is my latest Beat Boxed: La Roux from Design Milk.An 80’s-inspired revivalist act, a trendsetter fighting against the trends, the anti-pop star pop star, whatever has been said about La Roux, the uniqueness of their futuristic sounds and Elly Jackson’s empowering lyrics is undeniable. The synth-laden pop has taken over charts in the UK and the US and continues to have an effect on everyone who listens. This appetite for synth pop keeps getting bigger and bigger, taking the once underground act the mainstream way. Although this was not the intention of La Roux (it was actually something they were against) but as it’s happening they are embracing it. Elly is easily recognizable with her signature wild red hair and her distinctive androgynous style and has become the photographer’s easy target. Their new album Sidetracked is now out, which is a snapshot of their biggest musical influences, but features only one of their new songs.

I love this video of “I’m Not Your Toy” for its pure quirkiness. We’ve got the tribal fashion and vibe, mixed with the futuristic personas and glowing sticks. The crazy characters dance weirdly around the pool in a steamy greenhouse and lounge around in retro wicker chairs…

Take a peek into the La Roux-esque bedroom. The eclectic style is 80’s inspired, but definitely goes above and beyond. Much like the video it’s filled with weird juxtapositions that oddly work together to create something funky and offbeat. The music and style of La Roux exudes characteristics that are definitely not mainstream, but are keen to a style that will attract you and dominate your senses. The retro 70’s regency bed frame and 50’s art unite with the 80’s bedding fabric. These styles unpredictably combine with the modern rug, chair, and side table to just fascinate you. The room just wouldn’t be the same without the Plexiglas fish tank!
1. Wholearth Wall Decal 2. Panoply of Rayguns 3. Arden Quin “Oedipe” 4. Pressed Glass Light Bead by Tom Dixon 5. Palm Beach Antique Regency Headboard 6. Vintage Fabric for Bedspread 7. Feather Kuma Pillow 8. Plexiglas Fish Tank 9. Bend Table by Established and Sons 10. Crash Chair 11. Wood Rug by Established and Sons

 

These interior shots from Casa D magazine conceptually remind me of La Roux. These pink walls cannot be forgotten and will get everyone’s attention much like Elly Jackson, the “red-haired one.” The room is a blast of style, but is not about creating the standard space just as all others do. It can still remain androgynous in style and form. The bed sits behind closed doors just like Ben Langmaid does…pure genius, but not too eager to be exposed. When you close off these doors the space appears to be solo, but little do you know what a masterpiece is hiding behind them.

Hope you enjoy the music. You can download an awesome mixtape here. Ready. Set. Go.

Daydreams

I'm feeling so at ease, almost like some kinda daydream! Just a few more hours before I'll return to the land of lala and make believe!



images via design shimmer, automatism, pia ulin

First Inspiration of the Year!

Well hello there! Hope you all had a wonderful holiday and Happy New Year! I am really looking forward to 2010 and am excited about what's to come. I have been preparing these inspiration boards for a project in Beverly Hills. The client thinks she "knows exactly what she wants", but then again has absolutely no idea! We are really hoping that at our meeting next week we can really create some clarity and a solid vision in her mind so she can feel comfortable moving forward to the next step...demo! Crossing my fingers because we are very excited about this project! Here are the inspiration boards for the Modern, French Normandy with a touch of Versace interior the client is looking for.

The chandeliers over the island are going to be a main focal point in this kitchen. She loves a very traditional white washed door style for the kitchen. The kitchen is very expansive so I really think a contrasting island with a more modern feel will look so rich in the light filled space. I like the idea of wide plank dark floors throughout the house with light non color, colors on the wall.

The living room and family room are both very open with high ceiling, molding, and large windows. I love how the flowing window treatments filter in just the right amount of light and create such a softness in the space. The neutral palette looks so fresh and the reflective qualities in the chandeliers and the mirrors add those pops of Versace the client is looking for.

The bedroom is long and narrow, so I really think we need to keep it light and fresh. I want this room to feel very feminine and be rich with texture and flooded with light. (the first image is for layout reference.)

This bathroom needs to be her sanctuary. A gorgeous room where she can relax and pamper herself for hours. She also has a very large powder room that I think she just be glammed up like the picture on the upper right.

image sources via decorpad, houzz, and unknown sources

A Lovely Winter Palette!

How I love this soft color palette in this gorgeous home by Sarah Delaney Designs. What incredible light fixtures in this home as well!

An all white bedroom...in my dreams!

Wow, that chandelier is incredible! It's like the most gorgeous icicles laced with gold! The ornate detail of the moulding is beautiful. I really like the combination of the white trim and the hardwood floors and railing. It adds a really nice layer of sophistication and warmth.

Again the ornate detail on the stairs is stunning.

Design Milk: The Beat Boxed 8

I am in love with the album XX the debut album from The XX. The intimacy of the soft and smoky duets make you feel like you’re floating on a cloud in the sky. All you need to do is lay back and let the sweet melody seep into your ears.

This interior reflects the music through its minimal decoration, exposed intimate details, and softness and freeness of form in a structure so sound.

Check out the entire post on Design Milk which also links to all sources!