New Girl

 Meet Jess, an offbeat girl who after a bad breakup moves in with three single guys. 

It's only been a few episodes but it's cute and the loft they live in is a gem.  Sorry I have no photos of it's sweetness to share, I may have to pirate them as I watch.. but there is charm in the design and definitely the cast.  Zooey Deschanel is definitely a cute hottie that will make this series a hit. 

Another time guzzler.. fabulous

I've been had.


I have been tearing magazine articles and photographs for 12 years.. I have a book I call my "future book" of all the things that are on my ultimate wishlist (some yet to come and some checked, how nice!).


Now in this day and age of instant and at our fingertip gratification pinterest has helped fill that bill.  Oh my!  Time wasted and yet it's time enjoyed and fulfilling. Follow me and see more of my favored things.

So true.. yet I still feel guilty when chores and life needs some getting caught up.. Please use pinterest wisely, but enjoy emensely.

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I'm on a Architect Hunt

An education isn't how much you have committed to memory, or even how much you know. It's being able to differentiate between what you do know and what you don't.  Anatole Franc

There is so much I wanted to know before we buil or buy a home again.  So in the meantime between motherhood, wife and keeping things real.. I hunt & try to educate myself.  I'm in the midst of searches for architects, I need ideas to nail down for "our home" solutions if its affordable to hire one.  So, I googled local architects and low and behold here is one I have admired unknowingly for years.. I have a few of his homes articles ripped from magazines in my "future" book.

Andersson-Wise Architects have naturally stunning details, clean and modern, yet completely livable with that unique quality I SO desire.  If things could go perfectly my way.. my hunt would be over.  

So while I educate myself on building or buying & remodeling, I will learn all I can and be a savvy little house momma.

Home designed by Andersson-Wise isn't she lovely?  Or am I to dreamy eyed?

Sink Worthy

Not many sinks have I had the privilege if really getting to know.. but in our last home I LOVED my kitchen sink. It was useful, durable and oh so functional in every way. It was a blanco silgranit sink. Fabulous! This sink in particular did not have the known sink dividers. It was one solid bowl to challenge any task in. For a moment I did think I would miss the sink divide but that quickly flew out the door with the many more possibilities a single huge sink provided. Listen to this; I could place both range grates in & soak and clean them, wash any hand wash only item with ease, pots of any size, no problem, hide your dirty dishes while a guest pops by and on little bodies it worked like a charm. All I want is for you to consider breaking the divide in your next sink and go big. It's a big beautiful thing.

http://www.dreamkitchensuk.com/sink-tap-packs-blanco-silgranite-inset-undermount.html

http://www.heritagestonecraft.com/rugbysinks.htm

http://image.patioandhomefurniture.com/sinks/vigo-vg14019-farmhouse-stainless-steel-kitchen-sink-and-faucet-_VGO-VG14019.php

Windsor Smith

I have blue taffeta drapes.  I love them.  But not until I saw this photo did I really realize how I adored them.  It really comes down to what you love in your home.  What really floats your boat.  I am a neutral goddess and yet I am fascinated with color and not your average accents.  And these luxurious drapes  float my boat.  They create an anchor for the rest of the room, nearly white walls with graded tones that create interest and much needed peace.  Plus consider each level of texture this room has, textures like these give a room depth which is a key for inviting you in, especially when done well.  
Does this room invite you in?

Designed by Windsor Smith

Some more inspirations from Veranda in which Windsor is working with a multitude of designers to create a beautiful home in L.A.  Here are the rough and beautiful beginnings.

An inspiring finished look where wood and marble meet.

Designer Michelle Nussbaumer from Dallas' front entry.  Simply lovely.




{below}My taffeta drapes..

Be kitchen Inspired

The kitchen, also known as the heart of the home has always seemed to be a puzzle for me to finalize on a singular design.  There are so many useful and functioning components let alone the aesthetic and mood I want to instill upon the occupants (the family).  Creating comfort and that special place for lingering.  Oh my.  Each of these kitchen provides a certain mood that inspires me.  Little by little I see my version of a homes kitchen melding together.

The key elements.  Warmth.  Clean lines. Function with invitation to stay.  Modern, shiny & yet traditional pieces.  These few gathered thoughts will make the future home's kitchen all worth while.  Can you start smell the goodness?

Photos gathered from Ina Garten's barn by Robert Stilin, Keith Johnson, House & Home, House Beautiful, Design Sponge and other sources.

Feels so good to share.  

Happy Monday!

kristine

Architect Peter Block

It is comforting when you can still find good craftsmanship today.  In the era of fast and now there are rare gems of artisan's, makers and companies that keep the days of "forever loved" alive.  Here is one I just recently discovered and I admire all the faucets of his design.  Peter Block Architects, designs based on European and American influences, creating "time-proven sensibilities with a clear, self-assured client-driven hand to meet 21st Century needs." From simply decorative to the organically ornate he peeks my interests very much.  


My husabnd and I have always talked "when we build our home" we will be selective and use things that truly inspire and are "smart".  Inspiring in that when I come home I realish in the fact I live here.  Who me?  Yes, I would like to feel constantly inspired by the space I live in.  Smart, in that we can be more self reliant; retain our own water source, storing rain water, solar panels & geothermal heating and cooling system.  We have talked about best insulation.  There are endless options today, so we are concious of being smart in how we live. Plus who wouldn't be happy in being taken care of if disaster struck in your own beautifully crafted home?  Sounds to good to be true.. but I say it's possible.

All in all, I have dreams and aspirations that reach the clouds.  I am in hopes to one day make these all reality. Until that day arrives I sit at my desk inspired once again at the good things in life.  Home.

kristine