Wallpaper Wednesday!

The weather has turned and so has my desire to stay indoors, light a fire and cozy up with a good book accompanied with any type of food item made with pumpkin and of course a cup of hot chocolate (wishful thinking on my part).  With the changing of the seasons and the brisk air of fall we shift our efforts indoors and hopefully try to create a warm inviting "nesting" place for the upcoming winter blitz.

I of course shift from my typical contemporary roots and likes and transition into a more cozy, comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.  I instinctively gravitate towards the original look of none other than Ralph Lauren.  Ralph's Alpine Loft collection of warm whites and creams are exactly what I would love to use to create my cozy atmosphere.  However we have to be realistic with little ones running around.  I would have to alter the look and create something a little more "kid" friendly, but still this is a home run in my book.

This is my inspiration for this weeks installment of Wallpaper Wednesday!

There is something inviting about cozy thick blankets in
varying shades of neutral.

Loves!

Natural Textures and Patterns are such a hit.

 

 Til next week!

x.o. T.

St. George Parade of Homes

As I previously posted I have uploaded a handful of pictures 

from my install in St. George for the Parade of Homes.  

So here goes......

I am really fond of this shot taken directly in front of the kitchen table and looking towards the built in buffet.  This space was rather tight but I was able to pull it off and create a formal dining feel even though this space is adjacent to the kitchen.  Of course selecting a round table really helped the overall flow and movement for this area.  Side note: if you are limited on space look for a smaller round table to work for your everyday living but can also extend with additional leaves to provide more seating when you are having a get together.

Here is another shot of the kitchen table area looking into the adjoining living room.  This particular floor plan and space allocation, for this twin home, is a rather smart use of space.  Each space is large enough to feel open but also provides a cozy comfortable feel.

Kitchen nook looking into the adjoining living room.  The overall color scheme is one that is light and calm which helps to create a flow from one area to the next.

Tucked into the far corner of the living room is a comfy stylish reading chair.  This chair stands alone in the space but is a welcome addition next to one of the "grandma" cabinets that flank either side of the fireplace.  I am enamored with how simple and understated this area turned out and also how inviting it can be at the same time.

Upstairs the loft area has a hipper younger vibe.  The loft is a multi-use space with a bar area for entertaining, TV lounge area and a play area.  Adding a little spunk and energy to this space is the bold splash of tangerine orange.  It did the job!

Another angle of the lounge area in the loft.

Standing in the entry you catch a glimpse of the stairs that lead you to the loft.  

Beyond that is the kitchen living area.

Again simplicity has ruled the overall design of this project.

Special thanks to my co-collaborator Jenny Wright.  We had such a fun time working along side each other through the entire process starting last year with the material selections and continuing all the way through the finishing touches of the installation.

I hope you enjoy!

Tracee