I just discovered this fairly new, online magazine. It reminds me of the now defunct Domino magazine, sadly missed by me I might add. I'm thinking that online magazines might be our answer to the problem in paper print publishing. They are portable, free, fast, and compact. I will miss holding them in my hands, but this definitely could be good for my magazine hoarding habit. Plus, wherever I am, I can now call up a beautiful design photo at will. Love Celerie Kemble, and all the other great designers in this magazine. Thank you, Lonny!October/November | Lonnymag.com
Wow! I could take this room as-is! What I love about it is the rustic flooring within the loft setting. Love, love exposed pipes and industrial materials! The very textural blinds with a slight feminine print, the tufted couch (my personal fav), the loads of light, and of course, the statement pear chandelier. It doesn't get any better than this! Also, looks comfortable, low maintenance, and family and dog friendly... My Aesthetic:
Since my blog is relatively new, I would like to start by writing a series of posts about my own personal design aesthetic. It is quite complicated and tends to change and evolve, so i think I whole series just might cover it! My last post about Bella Notte Linens was a good starting point. This photo really is a good example. Sorry, for some reason, I could not get this to be bigger. I am still working out the kinks in my technical ability.
My Aesthetic Part 1
Big contrast between light and dark. Love Grey, Love White....
In my experience, having been married for 7 years, the 7-year itch doesn't refer to the long-thought sudden pining for a different romantic partner after a magical 7 years of marriage. It has to do with the fact that, after 7 long years of using (and looking at!)the same darn towels, linens, furniture, and stuff that we normally buy or receive upon marriage, we start to notice all the holes, dirt, and wear that has accumulated and a jaded, worn-out feeling begins to wash over us. My own towels, received brand new and luxuriantly fluffy at my shower, now have what looks like mouse bites all over them.
Quite miraculously, I have found a cure for this dreaded disorder! Bella Notte linens! What better way to remake your marriage and rekindle that long lost romance. They even have apparel and some nice men's organic cotton T-shirts for my husband! If these don't help a marriage, then I am not sure what will.
I am so excited about this brand new on-line magazine! I was hesitant at first reading a magazine on the screen, but the controls make it easy and the magazine is simply terrific!
From the 2008 BBC adaptation of Emma, this is a photo of Jonny Lee Miller as Mr. Knightley. I chose it because this is just how I feel today-enjoying the autumn colors and embracing the cool, crisp air. This photo seems to capture all of that with his sable brown coat, cane and top hat, and dapper ascot of the period. The sun is shining, and he couldn't be happier, as he walks probably from his house to Emma's. Mr. Knightley is quite a character to remember.
I just discovered this designer a couple of days ago. She was voted one of 20 designers to watch by Traditional Home in March 2010. Something about her aesthetic really speaks to me. I think it is her emphasis on clean lines and symmetry, while working within a background of the traditional. Also, she is an environmentally green designer and only works with sustainable materials, which makes me admire her even more for it.
I wanted this to be my first post, not only because it is timely (Colin Firth was just voted most handsome man in England), but because it doesn't get any better than this bath. If I had to choose one room in the house it would be a beautiful bathroom, and this bathroom at Netherfield is the one I would choose. Copper bathtub, beautiful fireplace, simple and elegant wallpaper and moldings, window to the grounds, not terribly big, but just lovely!
Actually, I love this scene in the movie. Lizzie playing with the very large dog outside, and Mr. Darcy in his very personal bath gazing at her from the window with loving eyes. Wow!
My favorite period in literature, my favorite period in design, the Regency. Watch video to get to the scene above starting at around 2:22. Enjoy!
Announcing one of my two new blogs: Forage! I am very excited about this one because I will finally have a blog exclusively dedicated to design, which is what I do best and spend most of my time reading about. My premier blog, the Wingchair Traveller, was an experiment to start, but evolved over time into a book and writing blog. I did mention at the beginning of my blog writing career that I may need more than one blog. Well, now I will have 3! Please also pay a visit to From the Hand. This blog will be dedicated to all things hand-made, be it by myself or someone else.
I just discovered this fairly new, online magazine. It reminds me of the now defunct Domino magazine, sadly missed by me I might add. I'm thinking that online magazines might be our answer to the problem in paper print publishing. They are portable, free, fast, and compact. I will miss holding them in my hands, but this definitely could be good for my magazine hoarding habit. Plus, wherever I am, I can now call up a beautiful design photo at will. Love Celerie Kemble, and all the other great designers in this magazine. Thank you, Lonny! October/November | Lonnymag.com
