Tag Archives: Industrial Design

Hayward Park Residence II

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Melisa

Tweet A reclaimed wood cabinet does double-duty as both a mail/key drop off area and bar in the entry space. A custom Moroccan pendant hangs in the entry space and casts gorgeous shadows on the ceiling and surrounding walls. A … Continue reading →

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The Wonder of Wall Coverings

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Melisa

Tweet Let’s put it on the table straight away. I love wallpaper. Would I paper an entire house? Probably not. For one thing, the paper I covet is probably the most costly available, and for another, I am a renter, … Continue reading →

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Creating Curious Displays

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Melisa

Tweet There’s a romantic crispness to the air right now. Night comes earlier and it’s the perfect time to cocoon under warm blankets in candlelit rooms. It’s my favorite season of the year. As the last days of summer disappear, … Continue reading →

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We’re An Official One Kings Lane Affiliate!

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Melisa

Tweet We are so excited to announce that we’ve been approved as a One Kings Lane affiliate! We have been in love with OKL since the day it began and being able to offer their collection of products through our … Continue reading →

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The Art of Creating an Eclectic Style

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Melisa

Tweet I’ve written before about eclectic style, and it occurred to me that it was definitely time to revisit the topic. With the increasing popularity of HGTV, and a slew of shows like Design on a Dime, Dear Genevieve, and … Continue reading →

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The Religion of Lovely Things

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Melisa

Tweet The name of our shop is often confused with the words I painted on the outside of our black awnings. In a fit of inspiration one day I decided to add the words, “Beautiful Things” to our storefront. While … Continue reading →

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Bringing Back the Bar

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Melisa

Tweet The 50′s and 60′s are amazing examples of entertaining done right. Details mattered, inviting people over was always a big deal, and even casual after work drinks were served in decorative highballs. What drink doesn’t taste better in a … Continue reading →

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Sexy Spaces

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Melisa

Tweet There are certain spaces that are so compelling to me that they conjure up fantasies of wine-filled nights or whispers of things I hardly ever share. In my opinion there are a lot of elements that need to come … Continue reading →

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What Exactly is Eclectic?

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Melisa

Tweet If I had to define my style as an interior designer, I’d say I’m eclectic. But what does that really mean? In my mind, eclectic design is a colorful mix of periods and styles with the unifying themes … Continue reading →

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How to Fix Horrible Holiday Decor

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Melisa

Tweet Although I love this time of year, from an interior design perspective, it also happens to be the most terrifying for me. People are just downright out-of-control. I’ll forgive the lawn full of disparate lighted animals (llamas, and penguins?!). … Continue reading →

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