Obsession: Crane's electric fireplace heater...

I love small spaces... my obsession started when I visited a family friend's studio apartment... about 10 years old, I was in awe with how the small space housed every room possible including the kitchen... in my NYC apartment, I have a non-working fireplace and have been thinking of something that would work in the space... I think I may have found it in Crane's electric fireplace heater... small at only 9"W x 17"H x 14"D and in colors that pop, this heater is a work of art and functional... and under $100.- gotta love it!!!

Photos via: meijer

Obsession: The Greenbrier...

Since I have been stuck living in Maryland, I have been exploring the areas around me... I've been all over DC... I've explored the beaches and the eastern shore... but there is one place I fancy seeing... The Greenbrier in West Virginia... and this desire was reaffirmed by this fancy spread in the last Bergdorf Goodman magazine... 

This Dorothy Draper decorated resort has a wonderful history having hosted 26 Presidents and even has a bunker that was built years ago for secret emergencies... I'm all booked for my birthday weekend at The Greenbrier... I can't wait to pamper myself at the spa... stay cool this weekend... 

Not your typical garment display...

As one of those people with limited closet space and no walls to knock down or rooms to convert,  I daydream about how I can work my wardrobe into other living spaces... shoe organizers hung on doors work, but aren't very attractive and piling clothes on top of each other in an effort to make things fit in your closet just doesn't cut it... 

On last week's episode of Design Star, I fell in love with the idea of a showroom feel for your treasured bags, shoes and outfits... framed to size, display your goods like the works of art that they are... definitely a future DIY... until Monday!!!

Happy Vogue Easter!!!

Quite a busy week, but back for a Friday finale...

wishing everyone a hopping weekend; photos courtesy of Vogue's commission of custom bunnies... 

Obsession: Layered tablecloths...

Often layered tablecloths are associated with a bad party scene... clashing materials and colors can take what is meant to be elegant and make it look unflattering and in poor taste... however, when done right layering can be oh so right... 

Happy Monday!!!

Photo via: Rue

  

Obsession: Convex mirrors...

While mirrors are fancied more for the framing they are set in, a convex mirror is actually desired more for its curved glass effect... 

Hang it high, hang it low... hang it alone or at the center of it all... the convex mirror is a decor piece that will adjust to any interior style... enjoy!!!

Photo #1 via: Rue, Photo #2 via: brides, Photo #3 via: martha stewart, Photo #4 & #5 via: the coveteur

Friday's celebration...

I headed to the beach for a short get away this week and woke up sick the last day of my trip... Recuperating has been a priority as I am set to attend a celebration in my honor tonight... 

With the sun shining, I'm off... cheers to a wonderful weekend!!! 


Photo #1 via: Koray Birand, Photo #2 via:  Marianne Wilson Photography, Photo #3 via: Anouska Hempel design

Road to relaxation...

After a busy two weeks of office work, its time for a personal break... I'm all packed and ready to explore someplace new... 

I'm looking forward to pure relaxation with days spent on the beach and evenings of intimate dinners... 

So, as I set out for my escape, warm wishes for a wonderful week!!!

Photo #1 via: The Coveteur, Photo #2 via: Thomas Whiteside, Photo #3 via: Joe Schmelzer, Photo #4 via: Terry Richardson

Obsession: Citrine...

Citrine is one color I can't get enough of lately... 

This upcoming spring season, add this spectacular hue to your wardrobe...

If donning this shade is just too daring, incorporate some citrine in your home... happy Wednesday!!!

Photo #1 via: Copenhagen street style, Photo #2 via: NYT, Photo #3 via: rue, Photo #4 via: souvenirs, Photo #5 via: Kelly Wearstler, Photo #6 via: orchard cove, Photo #7 via: lonny

Wednesday's warm me up...

The weather may have returned to a blustery cold, but I'm still focused on the warmer days ahead... I have always dreamed of my own little beach bungalow... something small and sweet, with the beach right outside my door... somewhere I could fall asleep to the sounds of waves crashing and wake up to mornings filled with the chill of the ocean breeze... here's to warmer days!!!

Photo via: urban outfitters

Obsession: Modani Furniture...

I recently discovered Modani Furniture and fell in love with all of their baroque pieces... 

But my heart belongs to this Royal Armchair... 

As an early Valentine’s Day present, use the promo code “valentine” online at Modani or at any one of their stores for 10 percent off anything through February 15, 2011... enjoy!!!

Winter scenes...

Expecting another brush of snow today... gentle flakes swirling in the harsh wind, looking for a final place to descend upon... a setting for a beautiful winter scene... 

Photo #1 via: Camilla Akrans 

Photo #2 via: Eric Cohler

Photo #3 via: Harper Smith

Winter wonderland...

The first snow of the season fell yesterday...  

Delicate flakes fell like sugar from the sky, covering homes like 

blankets of cotton... 

While only remnants of soft powder remains, the piercing cold set in... 

With a steaming drink in hand, I pull my warm layers closer and decide to take off for a long weekend... see you Wednesday!!!

Photo #1 via: Martha Stewart

Photo #2 via: FGR

Photo #3 via: Anouska Hempel

Furniture fave...

I can not get the Claude Gossip Bench by Jonathan Adler out of my mind... I want to redecorate my bedroom so that I can have this lovely piece...  I picture myself lounging on the bench while I catch up with the girls on a fabulous rotary phone...    

Friday's coffee break...

After a long work week, I am looking forward to a weekend filled with trying new restaurants, long runs along the park and time spent with friends... Happy Friday!!!

Photo via: Bunny Williams

Obsession: Busy rooms...

Busy rooms always keep me interested... They kept your eye wandering and embarking on a new treasure each and every time... I love the lived in feel a room gets with things that have been lovingly gathered through the years... Elegant clutter anyone???

Photo via: Bunny Williams

Visions of Cypress trees in the fall...

The weather has turned a bit warmer with a slight fall breeze here on the East coast...  These are the days I love spending outdoors... whether it's out for a brisk walk, a friendly lunch or for a pumpkin flavored latte to celebrate the season upon us... have a wonderful Thursday!!!

Photo #1 & #3 via: Jodie Chapman
Photo #2 via: Meg Perotti