The Art Institute of Chicago

During my recent trip to Chicago, I visited The Art Institute of Chicago. Guess what I saw! An original Eames Lounge Chair on Display. This as well as a few other iconic pieces were showcased.

Just passing through...

Here are a few bits and pieces that caught my eye in Venice and Santa Monica.














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Project archives

Short term vacation rental in Malibu.

Project archives

A few years ago I discovered the wonders of grey wall paint.

Coffee Table? Ottoman? Outdoor art sculpture?

I was recently at the LA Car show and saw this beautiful piece.

Wall art idea

The tables that were showcased were pretty cool but check out the posters! I would love to see this posted on a wall. It's a bit morbid with the bleeding eyes but a fantastic image nonetheless.

Kris Cross wall will make you Jump Jump!

A few weeks ago I came across an ad that had a interesting wall treatment. It had criss crossing, diagonal lines that created a random triangular pattern. Here's my attempt at a reproduction on my home office wall.














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On a walk-about Kenny

This morning I was introduced to a bustling little bakery/ sand which counter in the Abbot Kenny district in Venice. Peppered with patrons sporting baby bjornes, rayban wafer sunglasses, prettiness and a touch of hipster, this will definitely a west side staple.


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Play for free

My latest obsession has been the Homestyler on-line software program by AutoDesk. It's a bit like sketch up but much easier and with home furnishing options.

This is my first crack at using the program.




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Outdoor wall inspiration from Panera Bread

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movie set

I not only enjoyed "X-Men First Class" for the non-stop action, I couldn't help but notice some of the great set design. It was just candy to my eyes.

Wall inspiration

-daphne's burbank




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Palm Springs Find

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Crystal light

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Sliding door love

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Inspiration from ikea

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Inspiration from the office

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Inspiration from the mall

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Cluster love

Grouping objects together of the same color provide an interesting visual vignette. Try this on a mantle, a shelf or in the center of your dining table.

Possible Project

Warning, I'm making this up as I go. If I do decide to go through with this project, I'll post my progress.

This could either be for a headboard or a wall that just needs some jazzing up.

From the looks of it you'll need the following materials:
fabric with an over-sized pattern
thin to medium batting
simple wood trim
a stapler
nails
a hammer
iced tea infused vodka from Seagram and Newton's Natural Lemonade.

before and after

A-door-able

Showing you the door!

I love this.

There's no end to this table

Not just an end table





The top doubles as a serving tray. Love it!

And....






It comes in white!

before and after

Walking on walls

I've seen wood flooring on walls for a while but it wasn't until my buddy talked about his wall ideas that got my fire going.

inspiration in front on Sunset Blvd.

inspiration at IKEA

So one weekend I made the attempt.

Execution

Seems a little fishy

Can't think of anything else to do with your walls? Here's some inspiration.

BYOC

I don't know if this is the same across the country but here in Los Angeles, no one is allowed to take the shopping carts out of Ross. No matter how much you spend. BYOC: bring your own cart.

Wood you like a coffee table

I must give high marks to the overall design aesthetic of The Westin Monache Resort in Mammoth, CA. It was a playful mix of kitchy stand out pieces such as the wood stump cocktail tables with comfortable tailored furniture.












Simple flower arrangement in small glass vases.





The faux candles gave off a genuine glow.