Victoria

I spent this last weekend exploring beautiful Victoria, B.C.  It's hard to believe it's only a 2.5 hour boat ride away and this was my very first visit.  Lucky for us, the weather was perfect and not too many tourists in town this time of year.  The weekend was action packed and we crammed as much into our days as possible. Some of the highlights included tea at the Empress Hotel, a tour of Craigdarroch Castle, the Royal BC Museum, a visit to the Parliament building, Fan Tan Alley (the narrowest street in Canada, you could touch both buildings), walks along the waterfront, an evening Ghost Walk and exploring local shops and restaurants. Sometimes long weekends are the best vacations.

Canopy

Have you ever dreamed of having a canopy bed?  I have always felt there is something magical about canopy beds and the ones I'm showing you today certianly are not your average. They are luxurious, grown up and inviting.  I don't know about you, but I'd like to hang out in one all day and be a lady of leisure.  Oh, the life!

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Simplicity

Thought I'd end a busy work with a little simplicity.  I've always subscribed to the 'less is more' philosophy and I think these images capture it beautifully.  Nothing stuffy or cluttered, but simple and classic, just the way I like it.  

 

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Lately

I guess I've been a little MIA on the blog lately, but all for a good reason.  I've been busy working on client projects, meeting with new clients and sourcing like a mad woman.  Here are some sneak peeks...

So excited this custom design by yours truly is getting installed for a client.

The custom cabinets arrived at the clients home...

Love the details...

 These knobs and pulls are going on the cabinets in polished nickel. They make my heart sing!

A peek at a powder room finished.

Nothing like a good site visit.  Construction progress makes me happy!

Sourcing some lighting and a few other possibilities.

 

I think I'm back up to speed, hopefully anyway!

Movie House: This Is 40

I recently went to see the movie, This Is 40, and immediately fell in love with the house.  It reminded me of all the gorgeous homes you would normally see in Nancy Meyers films with it's classic lines, gorgeous and comfortable interiors and set in a picturesque neighborhood.  This 6,500 square foot house is located in Brentwood, CA and just happens to be right down the street from where the director, Judd Apatow, lives.  Guess who actually owns this home... Giuliana Rancic's sister Monica!  I knew I recognized that stunning kitchen from somewhere.  Yes, I have watched an episode or two of Giuliana & Bill and remember her visiting her sister in this house.  The home was also featured in the movie, Knocked Up.  Anyway, set decorator Leslie Pope redecorated the home to suit the movie family by adding more color as the home is normally decorated in whites and neutrals.  If you do go see the movie, here's another fun fact... the two girls in the movie are real life daughters of Leslie Mann, who plays the mom, and the director, Judd Apatow.  I guess you can say it's a real family affair! While the movie most likely won't win any awards, we had a few good laughs and I'd see it again just for the interiors!

This is the only image I could find of how the home is normally decorated...

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