Modern Bathroom Inspiration

A bathroom redo is not in my future anytime soon, but if I could pick only one room to do a redo, it would be hard for me not to choose my bathroom. (It is small and outdated…) I’m sure there are other rooms that would be more practical to update, but nothing helps me unwind like a hot bath. In fact, if I want to relax, my go-to method is to fill up the tub with hot water, add some salts and oil, and grab my bath pillow. I bring in whatever book I’m reading and enjoy it by candlelight. It’s heaven – even if only for 15 minutes.

via BHG

 I tend to go for the standard white gloss bathroom furniture, because I love a bright, shiny, and clean looking bathroom. My priority would be a gorgeous freestanding tub, deep enough for me to completely submerge.

oh lala! Either of these would be more than sufficient.


 I’ve also always liked the look “bowl sinks.” I’m not sure what else to call them…

Does anyone have a sink like this? Do you like it? I’ve always wondered if they are still comfortable for washing your face, easy to clean, etc. Here are some other bathrooms I would love to have...

so gorgeous!

How about you, do you lean towards classic white bathroom suites, or do you like to bring in other textures and/or colors (stone, wood, colored tiles, etc.) ?


Images from bathrooms.com and last two images from housetohome.com

*disclosure: this post is sponsored by bathrooms.com

Oh so glamorous and elegant interiors in white

I am super excited about this post because I always have, and I think always will, have a soft spot for white interiors.  Having a room based in white is great by itself, and it's great for those who are afraid of color, because it lets you experiment with color in small doses, such as throws, pillows, and other accessories.

Aren't the windows to die for?  The room could easily go gloomy with all of the dark wood, however, so white furnishings and light and airy fabrics keep it bright.

The dramatic slate gray walls in this SF showhouse really contrast beautifully with the white upholstered chairs.

This dining room has superb bones, and the white and neutral colors let them take center stage.
I think I'd go without the rug though.

I like the painted floors in this room, but I think I'd sill like a rug at my feet when I get out of bed.  The chandelier and furniture is gorgeous.

*swoon...a modern parsons desk, an antique ladder-back chair, a tribal stool..the white netting..what an unexpected but delectable quartet.

What do you think?  Do any of these spaces make your heart skip a beat?

via Traditional Home

A Space of My Own: Inspirational Ideas for Home Offices, Craft Rooms, and Studies

I wanted to share with you today a handful of my favorite images from a book I was recently sent to review, "A Space of My Own." The book is by Caroline Clifton-Mogg, and is a great read for anyone who is thinking of setting up a home office, or who needs to overhaul the one they have now.

Here's the book description: "For some of us it's a small desk in the corner of a kitchen or living room, for others it's a self contained home office, but we all need a space we can call our own - where we can catch up on emails, tackle household admin or enjoy some crafting. In A Space of My Own, Caroline Clifton-Mogg shows you how to make the most of your personal work space. Part 1, explores The Elements that make up a successful work area: from choosing the right Furniture and Lighting, to attractive Storage and Decoration to create an environment that truly brings out the creativity in you. Part 2 is about The Spaces as a whole, showing examples of Home Offices, Shared Work Spaces, Sewing & Craft Rooms and Space for Children & Teens. Featuring innovative case studies, it provides ideas and inspiration which can be easily translated into your own home. Because personal work space should be both practical and inspiring, and, quite simply, the more it is designed around your needs and tastes, the more inspired you will be."

The style of home offices featured in this book vary greatly, from vintage country to sleek modern. So, there is eye candy for everyone.

One of my favorite spaces in the book - I love the table in the middle of the room - great for working on large projects that can be accessed from all sides, and I LOVE the large industrial light on the makeshift pulley system.

A cute little space for note-taking, bill paying, and keeping up with correspondences.

The natural light from the french windows makes for a great work environment.

I might get too distracted is I had a view as pretty as this one right in front of me!

If your work requires a lot of keeping archive of materials or files, get all of your storage in the same color and style to keep things visually tidy.

Love the glass cabinets!


If you work from home a lot, or want inspiration for a home office or craft room, definitely check out "A Space of My Own"

Romantic spaces and places

What better day to bring on love and romance inducing imagery than today - Valentine's Day.

Pinterest

via Pinterest

via Domino

Boutique Hotel 20° Sud, on Mauritius Island east of Madagascar

A tent like this would not feel like camping. via Pinterest

Zakynthos Island, Greece via Pinterest

I don't know how doctored this photo of this road in Ireland is- but how beautiful... via Pinterest

Kitchen Remodeling Inspiration

Is your kitchen in sad shape? Well, the amazing styles and variations of Cliq Studios Kitchen Cabinets will definitely inspire you to at least think about taking the first step to giving your kitchen the TLC it deserves. If you aren’t able to remodel right now, or are happy with your kitchen, then just sit back and enjoy the eye candy.

I don’t really know too much about cabinetry, but even after browsing their site for 20 minutes, the idea of having to order, select, and design cabinets for a kitchen seems much less daunting. The Cliq studios site literally walks you through every step. I was really surprised that they give very detailed advice by having pages such as “Design Principles,” “Needs and Lifestyle,” “Work Triangle,” (an important aspect in kitchen design), and “Creating an Idea File.” They also really pride themselves on their free design service, where a designer will guide you through the process of kitchen design from beginning to end.

The cabinet ordering process seems very clear and comprehensive as well. The fun part is all of the styles and colors of cabinetry you have to choose from. They have a plethora of door styles, wood species, designer paint options, and hardware to choose from. Below are a few screenshots of the ordering process.

Most importantly to me, and I’m sure to most consumers, are photos of actual customers’ kitchens and reviews. So, below are photos of REAL kitchens belonging to Cliq Studios customers.

A Savannah kitchen

I also love the backsplash of this kitchen, and the 2-drawer unit to the right of the dishwasher.

Once I own a home, and if I ever get to model a kitchen to my needs, I will add a built in shelf for cookbooks.

A Chevy Chase, MD kitchen (I live in Chevy Chase, too!) You can probably tell I really lean towards white cabinetry. I never really realized that until I reviewed all of the photos I pulled for this post!

In summary, if you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen, bath, or laundry room, Cliq Studios definitely looks like a studio you should consider for your cabinetry needs! Do any of these kitchens speak to you?

All photos via cliqstudios.com
 
*disclosure: this post is sponsored by Cliq Studios