DESIGN: Sheepskin Rugs

Hi Dear decor lovers! It's Monika here from ohmydeco!  As the winter continues to make us wanna stay under the covers, it's more than necessary to make our homes as cozy as possible! And I don't now a more efficient way than to add some good old piece of fur to it! Really, is there anything more pleasant then get out of bed and feel the furry softness under your feet?

Sheep skin rugs are something I really love in the interiors as they are beautiful and totally affordable and create effortless and relaxed yet glamorous look. You can lay them on the floor or put over the furniture for even more coziness and, they match any style and add a bohemian, warm feeling to the space, making it more eclectic and personal. I love them most in simple spaces matched with colorful accessories and vintage pieces of furniture.

 Bedroom Via Smallshopstudio :: Living room Via :: Classyinthecity

Entry Via @mariskameijersamsterdam :: Work Space Via Pinterest

:: 1 Zebra print chair  ::  2 Wood bowl ::  3 Tea-light holder via Calypso St Barth  ::  4 Sheep ski rug  ::  5 Silver leather pouf  :: 6 Cork tray via CWonder :: 7 Steel and glass side table ::  8 Pink peonies in vase  ::  9 Brass and marble table lamp  ::  10 Grey lamb fur pillow ::

post by Monika

DESIGN: Inspired by Goethe

Hi everyone, its Lisa with Gem Daily! When I first came across these gorgeous doors at the Goethe Institute in Prague, I couldn't get them out of my head- so stunning, so detailed and all together amazing! I am so drawn to that perfect hue of peach/salmon/heaven, combined with the brass. With these doors glued to my brain, I found myself shopping for goodies with similar traits, whether it be the color, finish or detail and I discovered this can be the most fun way to shop for things.

First, find a source of inspiration that you gravitate toward-whether it be an architectural element, a piece of art or something as small as a detail on a handbag. When that sucker gets engraved in your brain, you'll find it's actually really easy to pull elements or aspects of the inspiration and help it guide you in shopping for inspired gems. In my case, it was the color of salmon, the brass and the handcrafted detail.

Check out my finds that are inspired by this amazing set of doors in Prague and next time you're in a design rut, use a source of inspiration to help guide your shopping!

1 // Milo Baughman Lounge Chair
2 // Valdes Chair 
3 // X Marks the Spot Rug, Adobe
4 // Robert Abbey Delta Petal Table Lamp
5 // Gorka Mirror
6 // Pink Sea Urchin
7 // Maitland Smith Tesselated Coral Console Table
8 // John Robshaw Laal Decorative Pillow
9 // Izmer Hammered Brass Transitional Cocktail Table


-post by lisa fisbeck

Decor: Animal Instincts

Hi-this is Lisa from Gem Daily! I don't know about you, but I can't get enough of the animal accessory takeover going on right now! It is one of my absolute favorite ways to accessorize a space and add some funk and character. Even the smallest horn accent or leopard print can instantly create a sense of eclecticism and a bit of the unexpected. And I just love an overstated animal graphic for its bold artistic statement.

 

What's even better is these accessories tend to come in my personal holy grail of black, white, brass & lucite finishes- can you say instant glamour? Like the pair of lucite antlers from Arteriors for instance, just screams modern glam on top of a stack of coffee table books. Or the Cheetah print from the Aestate would be just perfect featured in a gallery wall. My favorite and most versatile has to be the cowhide pillow; the perfect addition to any contemporary, eclectic or even traditional spaces, it is a definite design staple.

ONE // surya animal leather espresso pillow

TWO // jonathan adler animalia coasters

THREE // jonathan adler pablo lamp

FOUR // the aestate cheetah twins print

FIVE // shopten25 brown polyresin sitting dog

SIX // lulu & georgia byzantine wall mount, ram

SEVEN // 1st dibs steer horn bookends

EIGHT // natural curiosities tylinek zebra

NINE // dwell studio bright gold elephant

TEN // barbara cosgrove turtle shell 

ELEVEN // arteriors desoto white small sculpture

- post by lisa

Decor: Moody Hues

Hey there, here is Monika from ohmydeco, with my first post and new exciting decor trends for the seasons to follow! This year, we make a decorative statement at home by choosing a darker color scheme and playing with the shades.
 

 When choosing the wall color, try to stay away from clear neutrals, try dark greys or peacock blue instead of safe whites. Go for accessories that blend perfectly into the background, darker hues will work particularly well with glossy brass and wood accessories,  calming creams and textured, graphic fabrics. Velver upholstered furniture are great when it comes to creating a sexy, yet sophisticated look with a romantic touch to it and will bring softness and coziness to the space.

 Via Sukio

 Via iseecubed

 Via Sketch42Blog

 

1 Cowhide rug // 2 Coffee table // 3 Grey velvet sofa// 4 Accent table // 5 Floor lamp // 

6 Cushion // 7 Feather wall decor // 8 Tray // 9 Metal boxes

- post by monika


 

Decor is back

For those of you who've been around since my 1st blog post ever on November 20, 2006 - you know that I've always loved design & decor. Well, in the last year my blog has taken a turn toward Fashion, and because we all evolve, I've followed my heart & wrote about what was inspiring me now. Not that Design is 'not my passion' - but it's now shifted to 2nd on my list of "I love these things".

But - for those of you missing the decor around here, we have some FAB new contributors who will be bringing the home decor back to the blog! I really think you'll love what they're about to share soon! Bring it on!

above: photography Jody D'Arcy

above photography Derek Swalwell

above photography Armelle Habib

-all images via Home Life

Book Review: Beyond Chic

EVER wonder how Fashion designers live??

I know, it's been a while since I've posted a book review but no other way to get back into it than to introduce an INCREDIBLE fashion-related book: The title is Beyond Chic by photographer Ivan Terestchenko.

The book basically gives you a private tour of the homes & interior designs of top fashion designers, and shows you what they hide "behind closed doors." Appropriate since I've transitioned from Decor to a Fashion blogger.  Some of the featured apartments include Chanel's at 31 rue Cambon & Giorgio Armani's chalet – incredible spaces that make for incredible reads and AMAZING inspiration!!

I loved getting an inside look into some of these spaces. And OMG! Check out Manolo Blahnik's vintage shoe collection!

Gallery wall anyone? How cool is this collection of portraits from YSL? And Christian Louboutin, I mean, you can't go wrong with Christian Louboutin.  I love the old-rustic glam in these spaces – such amazing inspiration!

There is so much more inspiration in this book – be sure to check it out if you're reconsidering changing up some spaces for the upcoming new year!! You can get the book here.


-images by jen ramos

DECOR: Penthouse at St. Pancras Chambers

So glad it's Friday! Time to get off the computer for a few hours & enjoy some time outside. It seems we forget to do that and our world becomes everthing online. Not good. Well, I'll leave you with this beauty - I think you'll enjoy this!

Banker Arran Patel decided to take on a pretty cool challenge and transform a historic London landmark into a modern 3 story home.  With the help of TG Studio,  this triplex was completely transformed,  from the bathrooms to the kitchen, they managed update it all into a modern space.  It's located on the top 3 floors of this famous London landmark called, St. Pancras Chambers.  I'm sure you Londoners are familiar with right?  Throughout the transformation, they decided it was best to keep the personality & character of the space while adding the modern elements.  It has a slight gothic-church look to it don't you think?? 

Funny, I've always wondered what it was like to live with glass stair-case/railing, it immediately converts any space into a crisp & modern space and allows for more light to flow. Love this!

 What do you think? Could you see yourself living in a space like this?

Photographs by Philip Vile
-via freshhome

SERIES: MY HOME, MY SPACE

What is your favorite area in your home and why?             

Hi, My name is Jeaneen Kelly and I am an Interior Designer/Stylist & occasional freelance writer, from Sydney, Australia.  I've chosen to share with you photos of my lounge room as It is definitely my favorite room in my house. The reason I chose this room is because I feel that it encapsulates my personal style as a designer to a tee. I really love bright, bold interiors that have a definite sense of fun, creativity and youthfulness. I am incredibly inspired by fashion and feel that in many respects, this room is evidence of that.

I love quirky elements such as surfboards and chandeliers, and GRAFFITI pop art. Fashion items such as my favorite heels and prized Chanel "twinsies" bags, along with fashion title books are all on display in vignettes around the room. I like to come home and be inspired by a mixture of fun pieces, quite honestly-it just makes me happy!

I am VERY much influenced by the surf/skate culture in Sydney, and love bold interiors with a touch of rock & roll that are fearless with color and accessories. My favorite piece in the room would have to be my French antique lounge found in a thrift store for FIFTY dollars, which I painted and reupholstered myself in a hot pink fabric.

In essence this space is an accumulation of my interests and passions as a young designer inspired by music, street-culture, art and fashion. I hope you enjoy the photos!

-images by jeaneen

MY HOME, MY SPACE

What is your favorite area in your home and why?

Hey everyone! Suna here from SunasHouse & I’m a self-taught interior decorator and an interior designer wannabe. I’m a full time student studying interior decorating and also running a blog  about the small projects I do for my house. I love affordably well designed spaces and share the ideas with people. What having a cozy and welcoming work space means to me is “Being myself”. Especially when you are a mom of two sons and a wife to a husband, you usually don’t have a small space in the house that can reflect your own personality and colors. A well-designed office space makes work more efficient, productive, and organized and helps you refine yourself.

My home office used to be a small, formal dining room that was barely used. I wanted to transfer the space to a space that I can enjoy every day. My two dark wood tables were perfect for me to transform into a big desk, on which I could have enough space to decorate some objects that I like, read books & magazine, organize mails/bills, play with my camera and use my laptop. Now I have my work space and I feel more productive, efficient and professional.

It is my most used space in my house and I love sitting on the chair working and looking outside to enjoy the weather and greens. And I still can use the table as a dining table when I have guests over. I feel comfortable, cozy and more productive in my work space. Every girl has to have their own space/office to enjoy their work. If you have a room that was barely in use like mine, please transfer the space to a room that you’ll love and use.
Don’t limit your space. Don’t let space give you the purpose, but you give them the purpose that you want. 

The thing that I love most about my office is that the space is no more abandoned and I have my own space to blog and spend my time in my house. I rebuilt and painted the two old dining tables to the big desk for me and I love it.

Do you have a fave space in your home? Email us a few photos & if we choose you, it could be featured in this series!



 

- visit me at SunasHouse

MY HOME, MY SPACE

What is your favorite area in your home and why?

I'm Shalini, all the way from India. Here is my space. It was originally a guest room which I decided to convert into a tv/entertainment room. The reason why I love it is because it's my first makeover ever and everything has been built from scratch. The effort is special to me. You can see the entire process on my blog.

-images by shalini