Sometimes you need to take a break from blogging and find your muse again. Mine is back and I have lots to share with you. My creative juices got going when Tracey Roman of the Fort Mill Magazine asked me to do an article on how to incorporate the Nautical or Coastal design trend into your home. You may read the article, and see photos of a recent beach cottage that I completed, at the link at
http://www.fortmillmagazine.com/this_issue.html#26i. That article was fun to do but space in a magazine is limited and I just couldn't share all the images that I found inspirational there, so I thought I would follow up the written article with a visual one. I hope you enjoy all these wonderful designs from talented designers across the country. Enjoy!
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| Traditional blue and white with touches of coral gave this home a coastal presence. |
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| This modern seaside worthy room takes on a turquoise color scheme pairing it with bright white and bold art. |
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| The colors, simple plank floor, and chair covers with seashells are all that is needed to create a coastal cottage look. |
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| Soft gray stripes and porthole windows dress down this more sophisticated breakfast nook. |
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| This entry hall takes it "beachy" cue from color and texture. The sisal striped rug and the storage baskets and blue bead board, all lend to the coastal theme of the room. The organizational bulletin boards are a great idea for sorting information for each family member. |
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| Stripes and sea glass colors help this modern design look great at the sea side. |
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| Could this red and white striped cabana-look be any cuter for a kids room at the coast? |
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| Blue and white is a timeless nautical classic. |
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| A touch of driftwood and seashells and you are transported to the shore! |
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| Simple slipcovers, a vintage table, seashell chandelier, and crisp white curtains add to the ambiance without taking away from the fabulous view |
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| Normally less is more when it comes to theme decor, however, here is a case where more is... fabulous! | | |
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To illustrate the post "Art For Your Walls"
The following pictures are artwork from some of my favorite local artists. The fabulous thing about these folks is that they will do commissioned pieces especially for you! Enjoy...
The following pictures are from the October High Point Furniture Market.
These are some of the showrooms and displays that I thought were terrific.
A designer is as good as her team...
Every designer relies on a team of people to help execute her design vision. I have worked very hard to assemble a top notch team of craftsmen and professionals to rely on for excellence in execution and customer service. I have nick named them "The "A" Team". This name is so appropriate because this group brings their best effort to each task. There are many folks out there that will give you adequate, we strive for exceptional.
The following pictures will introduce you to some of the work done by these guys...
This week...
This week, I am working on two interiors that are either on or are near Lake Wylie, SC. Both homeowners are interested in incorporating a coastal "vibe" into the design for their homes. Working on two homes with the same design direction has never happened in my business before. It will be fun to see just how differently we approach each home. They will be as different and unique as their homeowners and we will be sure to include some after pictures in about 3 or 4 months!
