I'm Enamored.

Grant K. Gibson Design

Every time I see this image I find something different to obsess over. The greek key trim skirted table. Mirrored built-ins. That swing arm lamp. And just yesterday, I thought for a moment's glance that the ceiling was lacquered in a soft blue-gray. I was wrong, but it really got my wheels turning.

Such a swoon-worthy space. Happy weekend everyone! Any fun plans?

So Weird.

via Coastal Living

A few minutes ago, I decided to peruse some old archives on the Coastal Living website, specifically with inspiration for my mom in mind. She and my stepdad just moved into a new-to-them house and I'm working with them to decorate almost every room.

We've been making lead way in the main living spaces especially (kitchen and family room), and already have paint and fabrics chosen for these spaces. Imagine my surprise when the very first image on the CL website included an almost identical curtain fabric we're using for the family room and shares a very similar color palette!

For my mom's space, we decided to take a different route with wall color and picked up the deep blue of the fabric, juxtaposed by light furniture. Both looks are great in my book. Pretty hard to go wrong with a classic blue and white combo.

I love how designer Frank Randolph, like any good designer, mixes endless shades of blues and beiges into the space. Everything isn't perfectly matchy-matchy. A hallmark of good design, it adds more interest and has a softer effect on the eye and mind.

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I Wish I Lived Here.

Remember when I wrote about gray being a great wall color because it allows colorful elements in the room to pop?

Here is a perfect example.

(I love love love the versatility of gray walls and gray couch. Lesson to be learned though: the room would be plain and boring without all the colorful accessories. If you go the gray route, make sure to take some risks with the accessories. This is an affordable way to try something outside your comfort zone. Promise it will pay off!)


(The skirted tables, X benches, and books arranged by color are perfection.)

(This room could be recreated on the cheap. It's styled to perfection, but all you really need for this look are two matching colorful lamps, two large solid colored pillows, two smaller patterned pillows, white sheer drapes, and a statement vase with a pop-of-color flowers.

Here's a collage of items you can add to your neutral space to bring in some color and style. Be sure to add fresh flowers, stacks of colorful books, and white curtains!

Eclectic Living Room by Heidi Rendina on Polyvore.com

Enjoy and happy weekend lovely readers!

(Images via Apartment Therapy)