Inspiration Friday - Asia Meets France

Inspiration Image

Clockwise form top right
1. Room & Board
2. Williams Sonoma Home
3. Jonathan Adler

Design Savvy Maui on Desire to Inspire!

http://desiretoinspire.blogspot.com/2007/12/winks_15.html

Moroccan Puffs

Clockwise from top left
1. Shabby Chic
2. Conran USA
3. Souk Shop
4. Lee Industries

Sticks Supporting Shelves

Clockwise form top left
1. Bleunature
2. Horm
3. Hunn Wai
4. Peter Marigold

Curved Back Wood Dining Chairs

Clockwise from top left
1. Bernhardt Design
2. Hive Modern
3. Dune Living
4. West Elm
5. Room and Board
6. Brocade Home

Inspiration Friday - Tropical Modern Bathroom

Inspiration Image from John Granen
Clockwise from top left
1. Honey Onyx Sink by PSC Bath
2. Great Green SW 6430 (No VOC) from Sherwin Williams
3. Provenance® Mindanao Woven Wooden Shade from Hunter Douglas
4. Shower Curtain from Plush Living

Vintage Doily Pendants

Clockwise from top left
1. Really Linda Barker
2. Architonic
3. West Elm
4. Scandinavian Design Center

Lights that Glow

Clockwise from top left
1. Architonic
2. Eurofase
3. Oluce
4. Architonic
(middle) Gnr8

Black & White Floral Decor

Clockwise from top
1. Architonic
2. Conran
3. DWR
4. Bo Concept
5. Brocade Home

Tiny Wooden Stools

I love furniture that is multi-functional. These tiny wooden stools can also be used as tables and they have a look of fine craftsmanship which make them an art piece as well.

Clockwise from top left
1. Pier 1
2. Tucker Robbins
3. DWR
4. Morlen Sinoway

Upholstered Square Ottomans

Upholstered ottomans are great for its versatility and also great for kids because there are no sharp corners to worry about. If you have a small space you can use them for an extra chair for a guest and when you don't have company you can prop your feet on it or use it as a side table.


(top left) The modern pattern on these ottomans is fun and it also can help hide stains. Since there black and white they will go with pretty much anything. Minima

(top right) If you are wanting something more traditional and feminine this ottoman is the one for you. It has a nice tufted top and a timeless decorative print. Brocade Home

(bottom left) This ottoman has clean lines and a solid off white fabric. If your the kind to switch up your colors often than its a good idea and more environmental to stay solid and neutral with main pieces like sofas and chairs. When you get bored of the color scheme all you have to do is buy new pillows and decorative items. A fresh new paint on your existing wood pieces and walls is another great idea to get a new look to your space without spending too much money. West Elm

(bottom right) If your more into leather then this is a nice choice. I truly believe that leather is best done in brown or brown tones. It will stay timeless and look better as it gets distressed. DWR

Star Burst Wall Mirrors

In my last post I said I was going to be doing a post on star burst wall mirrors, so here it is. My favorite is number 3, its the new star burst wall mirror from west elm. They have another one that is similar to number 2. If you want something simpler number 1 or 4 is good and if you want something with more burst number 2 is great.

1. Image provided by http://www.cb2.com
2. Image provided by http://www.wrapables.com
3. Image provided by http://www.westelm.com
4. Image provided by http://www.olystudio.com

Opening in Back Dining Chairs

The opening in the back of these chairs help to give your back some air while still looking pretty. These chairs have a nice balance of positive and negative space and the opening also gives them a lighter look and feel. Another feature to these chairs is that the opening provides a place to put your hand when grabbing it or moving it. Which one is your favorite?

(Top Left) Image provided by http://www.hivemodern.com

(Top Right) Image provided by http://www.pier1.com
(Bottom Left) Image provided by http://www.pier1.com
(Bottom Right) Image provided by http://www.aceray.com

Metal & Glass Criss Cross Dining Tables

There is something so simple about these metal and glass criss cross dining tables. By putting a few stick like metal pieces in a random arrangement and adding a round glass top creates a modern but not stuffy look.

Clockwise from top left
1. Chiasso
2. Mobel Form
3. Scan Design
4. M2L Collection

Wraparound Wood Dining Chairs

These beautiful wooden chairs wraparound your body to create a comfortable seat for a long period of time.

1. The famous Cherner Chair stands out as one of the most dramatic chair made of molding plywood. Designed in 1958 The Cherner Chair has exceptional structural strength and beauty. It is one of the most collectible chairs of the mid century and it can be found in many different variations throughout the world. Image provided by http://www.dwr.com

2. The Round Back Chair has a distinctive look with attractive geometry. The curve of the back blends well with the rest of the rectilinear frame. Shown in the Chocolate finish with leather cushion. Image provided by http://www.westelm.com

3. The elegant Juliana Chair has a style all of her own. With its traditional craftsmanship and modern clean lines this chair is sure to stick around. Not only is the Juliana Chair beautiful but it is also eco-friendly. It is hand carved and made with Brazilian hardwood that is harvested from sustainable resources. Exclusively provided by: http://www.dwr.com

4. The Star Dining Chair has gorgeous flowing lines that wrap and form with your body. The positive and negative space gives it a sense of harmony and balance. It has an upholstered seat and the frame is made of beech wood. Image provided byhttp://www.scandesign.com

Geometric White Lights

These light fixtures go beyond the norm with their abstract style and geometric forms. They are made with white opaque materials which give off a soft glow when lit.

1. With its straight lines and elegance this table lamp can look great in either a traditional or modern style interior. The Angkor table lamp has a base made of cased white glass and it is designed by Jiun Ho. It is available in the Kentfield collection for Boyd Lighting. Visit them at http://www.boydlighting.com/kentfield.html

2. You might say this pendant lamp is bizarre, but that is exactly what the designers at Fambuena were going for when they created this lamp comprised of geometric pieces of Policryl® shapes. The bizarre lamp creates a nice contrast of light and shadow while giving you a look that is out of the ordinary. You can find this at http://www.fambuena.com

3. I can see why the designers Enrico Franzolini and Vicente Garcia Jimenez call this lamp the Big Bang. The white metacrylate panels give the appearance of a chaotic explosion from a calm central core. You can see this one and more at http://www.foscarini.com

4. The Metropolis Lamp has white opaque cubes that seem to be taking on a look of global over-development. It is designed by Chris Jackson for Dark. Check out their fun and not so serious web site at http://dark.be

Wavy Wood Benches

These curvaceous benches show us that tops don’t always have to be so straight. Whether you’re looking for a simple look or need that extra storage you can find one that works for you.

1. There is a seat for everyone on this simply modern bench. It is beautifully crafted with 5 different types of heartwood; walnut, mahogany, cherry, oak, and ash. It is designed by Toyo Ito and can be seen online at http://www.horm.it

2. This bench is perferct for storing your things that you tend to leave by the door. It is a wood veneer bench made with steel legs to give it a modern look. You can purchase it at http://www.chiasso.com

3. Adding the triple dipped top to this bench makes it like no other. The single shelf helps to give it a clean look while giving you storage. This bench is made with solid walnut with a hand gouged top face. Check it out at http://www.bowwow.co.uk