ROOM OF THE WEEK (ALL OR NOTHING)

I've recently discovered a new designer and her website is making me want more more more! Her name is Wendy Schwartz and her style is fabulous for two reasons...

This would be the first. A delightfully simple, fresh, cozy and glamorous bedroom that I would love to roll myself into at the end of a long day. In my book, one can never go wrong with white and gold, but I love the mix of styles and textures here. The plush headboard and frame, the large scale pattern on the rug, the tone on tone wallpaper pattern and lighting with serious impact are combining into a world of goodness for me here.

But then there's this...

The very opposite of the somewhat minimalist concept in the first room, the common vein in all of Wendy's designs is certainly the glamour factor. And you know we love us some glamour over here at c+k! I adore big bold design in little rooms like this. There is a lot going on, but it doesn't feel cluttered - more of a visual feast, with lots of little treasures to discover. Which is reason number two for loving her style - it's striking a perfect balance.

What do you think? Does your style go one way or the other? Or could you live in both?

*all images via wendy schwartz

ROOM OF THE WEEK 8.11

Sometimes the Room of the Week isn't anything fancy or over-the-top. Sometimes it's just the coziest little space you can imagine...

The kind of room you see and think, "I could stay there for hours." Or, better yet, the kind of room you see and think "Hey... I could do that." I've seen this room pass through quite a few blogs but it never gets old to me and I think part of the reason is that it's perfectly attainable. That gorgeous, tufted headboard is likely the most custom piece in the room - everything else you could easily go out and find. The only part most of us won't be replicating anytime soon is the soaring ceiling and wood beams. That, you're gonna have to house hunt for!

Now, if you don't mind, I'm going to go back to daydreaming that I get to sit and lounge here all day instead of moving boxes... 

*image via nuevo estilo 

GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE...

Good morning lovelies!! The sun hasn't quite come up yet, but we're working away on putting the finishing touches of Rue Issue #6...

We hope you love every little piece of it. I personally think these might be the best homes we've featured yet. And some pretty darn good shopping too. Coming soon...

*image via pinterest. source unknown.

ROOM OF THE WEEK 7.14

While I should be concentrating on client projects, the upcoming issue of Rue, and a million other things, my mind keeps wandering to my new apartment as I begin imagining all the possibilities for each room...

So, I thought I'd start sharing some of my inspirations as I pull them. This one just happens to be good enough to be the Room of the Week!

As Miss Maryam suggested, I think I'm going to have to adopt some gorgeous Moroccan decor for the space, and where I'd really love to see it all end up is the bedroom. While I won't be able to recreate a room as stunning as this, I can certainly pull in a few elements like a graphic but neutral-toned rug, at least one traditional inlay piece, a dramatic mirror, long full drapes and a chic little chandelier.

What I really love is the overall effect these rich pieces bring to the room - warmth and luxury balanced by moments of simplicity like the bed and unfussy drapery. What's your favorite element?

*image via elle decor

GOLD ON THE SIDE

Loving both selections of bedside lighting in these rooms...


They each have that contrast of natural wood and gold - a combo I'll simply never get enough of.

Putting them into the inspiration file for my new apartment... which I am off to sign the lease on right now!! I can't wait to share it with you all!

*top image the home of old brand new. bottom design by amanda moore

RED, WHITE + GREEN?

While I work on putting together a few more posts from my travels in Italy, this color combination seems quite appropriate to share with you this morning...

A preppy twist to red, white and blue, the switch to green is unexpected for summer, don't you think? I love the little addition of pale blue or aqua to keep it feeling fresh, too.

As a side note, Nick Olsen really hit this little studio apartment out of the park with his fun design - I immediately tore out the white sofa with green piping for my inspiration board. If you haven't seen it (all over blogland), check out the whole thing on House Beautiful's site.

*pillow by unison, beach umbrella bag by roberta freymann

ON THE HUNT: MARBLEIZED TEXTILES

I'm loving the dreamy effect these marbleized textiles have in two very different bedrooms...


With one suite composed withe elements of unabashed glamour and the other in quiet neutral modernism, the pattern works perfectly in both. Consider me sold (and hunting for resources!).

*rooms via interiors magazine and trad home

Design Beautiful Apartment In Paris By Frederic Flanquart

Paris specially designed this apartment very clean design and unique. By inserting vlafon wood accents in the house to look transparent. Created an atmosphere of calm to a room that was so clean style. In the living room on the balcony will make you feel comfortable and can enjoy the atmosphere outside the room from the balcony. On the stairs to the ground floor is a small library that allows you to find the books you want. Included in the kitchen table bar that bind to the space center to bring together a harmonious environment. Rooms in the design within their initial design looked good. And when the night in every corner there is a light purple gives a beautiful light effects at night. The Loft of innocents is an apartment in search of inspiration and admiration in Paris, designed by Frederick Flanquart after an accidental fire destroyed the interior parts of the former.

ROOM OF THE WEEK: 4.21

Glamour. White on white. And a hit of green. Seriously - what's not to love?

I'm pretty sure my next apartment won't be as big as this bedroom, but if it were, this is exactly how I'd set it up. Well... I'd add a little more personality and punch. And hardwood floors. But let's focus on the space at hand. What do you think? Honestly, big bedrooms like this intimidate me a bit. The most I've ever had to deal with was a little space for a small seating area. But an entire living room? And desk?

Now, normally, I might say this is a little *yawn*... but isn't that what you want in a bedroom? Something simple and calming as you drift off to sleep? If anything, I'd change the paint or flooring to something a little darker... maybe the curtains as well. But the simple gold accents everywhere are putting me over the edge in love. And that green color? It's about to be everywhere. Mark my words.

Thoughts? Hate? Love? I don't know if I could honestly live with it... but I know I love it!

*room via interiors mag

Kristina de Atucha Interior Design

Oh my word, this home! If you love contemporary, clean spaces, you don't want to miss out on this Boulder home featured in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles designed by Kristina de Atucha Interior Design. Seriously, these two images don't do it justice! But I LOOOVE them! I'm such a sucker for Schumacher & Co.’s aquamarine Chiang Mai Dragon, it never gets old. And this bedroom...what an escape! Those windows are fabulous! See the rest of the home here!

Brandon Barré

I've shared this heavenly bathroom designed by Candice Olson before, but when I discovered the corresponding bedroom in the portfolio of Toront0-based Brandon Barré I was delighted! What a beautiful, cozy cove! It would be such a luxury to have a wall like that, opening up to a private deck. Then to have such an amazing bathroom in the other direction?! Dream space!!!

Bedroom - uniq

Leila's Happy Haven

I spend a lot of time looking at beautiful rooms online, but it's not too often I see ones that make me as happy as this room. And then to know it was designed by ten year-old Leila, the daughter of Velvet & Linen blogger Brooke Giannetti makes me even happier! After first finding the perfect floral rug at Anthro, she was inspired to choose Farrow and Ball's "Blue Ground" for the walls. It makes a great background for displaying Leila's colorful artwork. Don't you love the sofa, chair and ottoman?? And hello there, dreamy alcove! *sigh* I just know all of her friends want to hang out at her house now! (I know I do!) There are so many other fabulous details to read about, so head on over to Velvet & Linen for more!

Bedrooms Set - Classic

Profiles is an exciting new signature series of furniture from American Drew that sets new standards in contemporary style, comfort and value for money. Subtle style references and approachable scale enable you to reflect your own personal life style while satisfying your basic desire for comfort convenience and quality. The clean lines of this handsome furniture invites the use of an infinite range of accessories and possessions that express exactly who you are. That's what Profiles is all about - furniture that fits your life!

English Manor is a classic furniture collection inspired by the historic manor homes dotted throughout quiet corners of the English country shires. Many of these properties have documented historical significance and were the scene of grand dinners and evenings of splendid celebration. Over the years, these homes have been filled with collections of wonderful antiques that define the exclusive character of the land-owning aristocracy.

Alexandria...celebrates Northern European Country styling with bold, architectural silhouettes and multiple colors.

This impressive Cabrillo Panel Bed captures the true spirit of the Santa Barbara Collection. The headboard stands a little over six feet tall and makes a strong statement about your choice of bed. Available in Queen, King and California King sizes. Choose your bedroom set from a great selection of night stands, chest & mirror sets, two armoires, two plasma television centers and a bed end bench.

Tradition with a twist, this is Joplin. Note our cases with handsome scroll details and nickel pulls set amidst our rich warm Russett finish. Legs display nickel caps as well. Pieces feature bombe motifs, seen in the attractive serpentine fronts. The armoire doors swing 270 degrees and are double hinged. Armoire also includes vented back, power bar, clothing rod, two adjustable shelves and two tray drawers. Also felt lined jewelry drawers. Holds most 36 inch TVs. All are crafted of mahogany veneers and hardwood solids.

All the hallmarks of traditional styling are on display. Stafford features turned posts, pierced carvings, decorative overlays and antique brass hardware. Stafford’s finish is a burnished two-tone cherry and umber, complementing the cathedral veneers and hardwood solids. Drawer construction features English dovetailing in the front, French in the back plus the use of wood-on-wood drawer guides. Armoire doors are double hinged and swing 270 degrees. It has an exterior drawer, four interior drawers, adjustable shelf, clothes rod, cable ready. Holds most 36 inch TVs.

Drawing inspiration from the pages of Country Living magazine, Portsmouth showcases 18th-century American furniture designs with English influences that are refined and sophisticated. The introduction of Portsmouth as part of the Country Living Collection has been a tremendous success for Lane Home Furnishings.

The Casablanca metal bedroom set is constructed of birch solids and pin knotty cherry veneers in a dramatically dark finish enhanced with physical distressing.

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