Dining AlFresco

When I dine outside, everything just tastes a little better. Wouldn't you agree? I hate to say the summer is winding down, but it is..before I kiss the next three weeks goodbye, I'll be taking full advantage of the short "native corn + tomato" season in Boston. {I think my southern friends have been enjoying them all summer!} Here's a bit of inspiration for on both fronts!

+ two recipes..although both are equally yummy alone with a hint of salt + pepper! {correction: salt, pepper + butter on the corn}

Images: Domino, via Trey and Laura, Krista Ewart, Food/recipes - Coastal Living, Domino, ?, Elle Decor, Melanie Acevedo, flickr, Apartment Therapy, House Beautiful

Lavender + Lilac

Aren't these flowers gorgeous? {inspiring wedding colors}

I'm drawn to certain colors at different times..who knows why? When I was pregnant it was pink {i guess that's not hard to figure out}. I'm most likely subliminally seduced with fashion and shelter magazines..this month's obsession is with lavender + lilac..{I'm guessing I'm craving cooler colors because of the crazy heat} not necessarily by entire rooms swathed by these colors but small touches!

I discovered this week that my favorite Sister Parish fabric - Burma is now available in lavender! {they've added a number of colors}

{ these walls might be a bit much after a while, but I'm loving the pillow, romans' + headboard}

{an oldie but goodie}

images: Veranda - scanned by Shelter, My Ideal Home, book - I'm looking up the name, Harper's Bazaar - August 2010, Domino, Decor Pad

Bungalow Love

I've long had a "thing" for bungalow style homes..I'm not sure if it's their approachability of design, or their creative potential..but I'm always keeping my eyes open for that chic bungalow by the sea..I love the graphic use of charcoal, white + yellow on this home above. It's by Tamara from "House of Honey" {love the name btw}. for more of her "sweet" design click her site here. She also has a shop! {would love small store front someday}

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another fabulous bungalow style home: Anna Spiro's new getaway..for more images see her blog here. {i continually admire Anna's colorful approach}

Lulu's haven

I blogged about her book last Friday, now here's a peek at Lulu Power's home. Lulu's abode is full of personal, colorful flourishes and bohemian style.

I would love to have this feel on my patio {which we're intending to complete this summer}. A little glamour, a little country, a bit bungalow but most importantly inviting! Her home is surrounded by gardens, I love this concept and have been gardening colorfully myself this summer

images: Better Homes and Gardens via LuLu Powers.

Picture Perfect - Room of the Week

Would LOVE to create an "outdoor" room like this one by designer Mary McGee at my home. It feels so welcoming, and flexible. I've been really inspired by porches since my client presentation last week. Everything was a go, so I'll of course share the "after" photos!

{it's been a crazy week - i promise a longer post tomorrow}

Inspiration..porch-sunroom

{board copyright of Shelter Interior Design}

I'm running off to a client meeting so I only have time for a quick post..I thought I'd share an inspiration board {I'm big on mood boards} for an enclosed sun porch we're revamping! This particular client is a young family that resides in a classic old home down the street from the beach. I wanted to create a fresh, welcoming space with a mix of "old fashioned" + modern elements! Happy Monday! {can't show you the finished design ideas until the client approves them}

{here's a bit more inspiration}

Images: Shelter, coco cozy, Meg Braff via Coastal Living, Elle Decor, Domino, Elle Decor via Remodelista, Elle Decor, Amanda Nisbet, ?

Welcome Home

On sunny, spring days I take my nesting and design craziness outdoors. Conceptually your entrance should relate to the rest of your home, but more importantly it should make you happy. My entrance needs an overall, the house is yellow with a black door. I think when I have it painted, {hopefully in the near future} I'll change that. Also, consider the other entrance elements, ex. the lighting, plants etc. Here are some inspiring homes..What style speaks to you?

I've long loved this DOOR + PULL!
images: Peden+Munk, Domino, Martha Stewart, My life My Loves, Dmagazine, CountryLiving, Zuniga Interiors, One Kings Lane, Design Darling, Historic Home, Domino