Friday, August 28, 2009

Outdoor tablescape...

Finally Friday is upon us again! I am loving this image from Katie Fine. Looking at it makes me want to set up an outdoor afternoon tea because our weather has been perfect (and I want to sample one of those macaroons!). The glimpse of the pool leaves me wondering what other delights may be found in the garden.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Spring?

The little blossoms appearing on my Peach tree I planted a few weeks ago are signalling that spring is just around the corner. However, I feel like we have skipped spring here in Brisbane and headed straight into summer with the temperature reaching 34 degrees Celsius (93F) the last two days.

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Loving this home...


This is the beautiful home of designer Windsor Smith. One of my favourite designers! I have been enjoying these lovely images. Love the limestone floors.

In the family room she created two sitting areas.

Love the painted teak table, velvet and vintage fabrics in this room.

Gorgeous peonies...

Love the dark kitchen and the marble floor.

A simple and romantic bathroom.

{images via HB}


Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Bedroom retreats...


How wonderful to be able to create a luxurious sitting area within the master bedroom. A perfect place to escape and relax. My bedroom has enough space to add a chair in the corner - a comfortable sitting area to enjoy some quiet times!







{images 1. Traditional Home 2.House Beautiful 3. Women's Day 4. Phoebe Howard 5. House Beautiful 6. Porters Paint}

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Happy Weekend...

Have a wonderful weekend and see you next week...

{image via Hus&Hem}

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Devine Guest Room...


I always admire the work of Suzanne Kasler and this guest room she designed is so fresh and bright. I especially love the roman shade and custom headboard in Michael Devine Gramercy fabric and the way it ties together the pillows and trim on the bed linen - coastal chic!

More from the Michael Devine linen fabric range which are all available at Oliveaux or view here;


{image 1. Veranda 2&3 Michael Devine Home}

Friday, August 7, 2009

Escape....


I would love to escape and stimulate my senses this weekend and I have found the perfect spot....Villa Padierna Thermas in Spain. A haven of luxury this spa hotel is nestled amongst olive and almond groves.

The grand foyer...



The original spa dates back to the 18th century.
Tempting?

Well instead I will be rolling out the grass in our backyard.I will probably need a trip to the spa once I am finished!! Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Ax

Saturday, August 1, 2009

Wonderful Weekend....

Earlier this week I had my wisdom tooth out which left me a somewhat swollen and quiet sore!! I have not had much of a chance to 'blog' this week but want to thank you all for your comments...I really enjoy reading them.

As you have probably noticed I have gardens and courtyards on the brain at the moment - this is the stage I am up to with my renovations.

So I hope you all have a lovely weekend!
Axx

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

On the market...

My weekend real estate stalking has uncovered this landmark home in one of Brisbane's riverside suburbs which has been listed for sale. Its grand proportions are evident from the formal landscaped gardens as you enter through the beautiful iron gates. The home has recently undergone 4 years of renovations.

The beautiful antique gates (and no these are not the main entry gates) open as you anticipate what lies in the garden beyond...

The french provincial style kitchen

The dining room, sitting room and library lead off the grand foyer and hallway.

one of the four bathrooms...

The back terrace overlooks the swimming pool and Brisbane river beyond.


While I prefer to live in a home which is a little more casual than this, I appreciate the design and it is always a treat to see into these iconic homes, I absolutely adore the landscaped gardens and its architectural elements.

You can see more images of the home here.

Well if you were thinking of putting in an offer, it is already under contract....maybe next time!

Friday, July 24, 2009

Beautiful Weekend....

I am glad it is Friday evening here now and the weekend has begun. We have been having wonderful warm winter days here at the moment so we are going on a picnic tomorrow.
I hope you all have a beautiful weekend! Ax

{image via Mabley Handler Interiors}

Monday, July 20, 2009

Loving...

Hope you are all having a fabulous start to the week. I thought I would share these beautiful images by Ann Lindberg who takes the most spectacular photo's! I think there is something wonderful about the simplicity and light in this room. I am loving the grouping of artwork, the parquet floors and the combination of the flowers and wallpaper.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Fresh Traditional...

These lovely room images are from the portfolio of Austin Harrelson a Miami based design firm. He has been previously named by House Beautiful as one of "America's Top Young Designers".

I LOVE built in bookshelves - they would have to be one of my favourite architectural features! The bordered detail around the roman blinds is beautiful. I have been using bordered Romans in a few of my projects recently and love the way they look in a room.

a room has to have a gorgeous posy of flowers....

I love the use of two different chairs around the antique table and the use of the zinc lantern.


For me the bedroom, although you cannot see much of it, looks very comfortable and practical - not too "designed".

Friday, July 10, 2009

Happy Weekend...

photographer Joanna Henderson

Wishing you all a beautiful weekend...x

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Aerin's Style

I am loving the latest pictures of Aerin Lauder's Hamptons house which features in this month's Elle Decor magazine. I adore her vintage Frances Elkins Loop bar stools!

I have blogged about her bedroom before as she used Michael Devine fabric on the walls and bedskirt which is available in Australia through Oliveaux....this image shows another angle of the room. I love how it is really simple allowing the fabric to make a great statement. I also like the boarder detail on the curtains.

A beautiful and feminine dressing room in her apartment...Love the curtains and wallpaper.

The boys bedroom they have used a stunning green wallpaper and I like the border and monogram of yellow on the bed linen.