I thought this was a nice picture to wrap up Valentine's week; a sweet and feminine girl's bedroom.
Hope everyone has a lovely weekend!
Showing posts with label Wallpaper. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wallpaper. Show all posts
Friday, February 17, 2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Kristen Panitch Interiors
I stumbled across the portfolio of the Los Angeles based designer, Kristen Panitch, the other day while doing a search on wallpapered rooms. I now know why her pictures popped up - she is not afraid of using wallpaper. And, I love it. I can't help but think that the style these rooms portray is exactly what I want to achieve in our next home.
So, what do you think? Don't you love her mix of wallpapers, patterns and moody colors? I like the eclectic yet traditional feel. Doesn't it make the interiors feel so real and lived in?
Haven't seen enough? Paula from Two Ellie (here) and Erin from House of Turquoise (here) also did posts on Kristin Panitch. Go check them out!
I also found an interview that Nicole Gibbons, from So Haute, did with Kristen Panitch. Below is a snapshot of Kristen's office. I guess Kristen's home is being shot by one of the shelter magazines so I can't wait to see that! I assume it hasn't been published yet?
Haven't seen enough? Paula from Two Ellie (here) and Erin from House of Turquoise (here) also did posts on Kristin Panitch. Go check them out!
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Crushing hard....
I know Nick Olsen's apartment featured on West Elm's blog, has been all over the blogosphere, but I had to post it because it provides endless inspiration (at least for me).
What I'm loving....
1. Stripes on wall
2. Yellow lamp with black shade
3. Classic linens
4. Antique table
5. Stack of books
If you haven't seen it, go here.
In other news, we're slowly getting settled in our apartment! Luke had his first day of school today at the Vienna Montessori school and he really liked it. I'm so relieved. More later.
Monday, December 5, 2011
The Blue Papered Powder Room
Just when I thought I couldn't see beyond pink, I have fallen madly in love with blue - blue papered powder rooms! Most of these powder rooms belong to fellow bloggers and in my humble opinion, I think they are fantastic!
Aren't blogs the greatest source of inspiration?
Monday, September 12, 2011
Lisa Sherry Interieurs
Did you have a chance to browse the most recent issue of Lonny this past weekend? I did and fell in love with Lisa Sherry's home in Charlotte. I adored her entryway with the lime green front door and the round metal table with the huge metallic vase. I decided to browse her portfolio and wasn't disappointed. She is super talented!
This is a home in Charlotte she designed and I loved every detail of it.
More of the same home. See here.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Before and After: Painting Over Wallpaper
Thank you for your kind comments about our dining room saga. Some of you asked if the color on the furniture complemented the color on the walls - it kind of doesn't. The color palette in the room is cream/gray/citrine and now I have these stark white chairs and table. It sticks out like a sore thumb. Anyway, I'm trying to see if I can hijack a highschool student to help me repaint them!!
Anyway, before we painted, our dining room had wallpaper. Actually, it still does. But now it just has paint over it! :) The wallpaper was there before I moved in and it is just not me. See below.
I find the stripes overbearing for our small dining room. So, let me tell you 3 reasons why I chose to paint over the wallpaper instead of taking the wallpaper down.
1) Condition of walls. The reason the wallpaper was hung in the first place was because the walls are not in great condition. I was concerned that after taking the wallpaper down I would probably have to skim coat and sand the walls to ensure an even and smooth surface. This would be a pain.
2) Removing wallpaper is not always an easy task. Sometimes the paper comes down in sheets and sometimes it doesn't. And since I am pregnant and have no experience with this I decided not to go there.
3) Time and Money. I wanted to get this done before the baby comes and since we're moving in the near future, I didn't want to waste too much time or money removing the wallpaper, sanding walls, etc.
You get the picture. So, how do you paint over wallpaper? Well, here is a good tutorial that I followed, but I will give you a quick run down of how I went about it.
1) Identify all the visible edges, as well as any loose/peeling wallpaper. With a razor, carefully trim back any loose pieces. See the seams below.
2) Next, put just a little joint compound (the mud used at joints in drywall) on any uneven spots - so this means all seams, edges, and places where loose wallpaper was removed. This is the most important part, since you want the surface to be as smooth as possible before painting.
I had our painter do this and the key to having a seamless look is to ensure that the compound is "feathered" out properly (so the seam disappears). If it is visible or bumpy, you'll need to sand it more. Use 150 grit sandpaper or finer.
3) Once the compound is dry and sanded, you will need to prime over the wallpaper. You need to use an oil based primer. This is critical because the glue holding the wallpaper onto the wall is activated by water. Putting latex (water based) paint on will just cause the wallpaper to fall off the wall, which is what we're trying to avoid. Also, the primer is also the first step to hiding the wallpaper pattern, so it doesn't show through the top coat. Oil based paint stinks ... so ventilate the area well.
4) Now, you are ready to paint your walls. The painter used two coats of latex paint (eggshell finish) and voila!
Anyway, before we painted, our dining room had wallpaper. Actually, it still does. But now it just has paint over it! :) The wallpaper was there before I moved in and it is just not me. See below.
I find the stripes overbearing for our small dining room. So, let me tell you 3 reasons why I chose to paint over the wallpaper instead of taking the wallpaper down.
1) Condition of walls. The reason the wallpaper was hung in the first place was because the walls are not in great condition. I was concerned that after taking the wallpaper down I would probably have to skim coat and sand the walls to ensure an even and smooth surface. This would be a pain.
2) Removing wallpaper is not always an easy task. Sometimes the paper comes down in sheets and sometimes it doesn't. And since I am pregnant and have no experience with this I decided not to go there.
3) Time and Money. I wanted to get this done before the baby comes and since we're moving in the near future, I didn't want to waste too much time or money removing the wallpaper, sanding walls, etc.
You get the picture. So, how do you paint over wallpaper? Well, here is a good tutorial that I followed, but I will give you a quick run down of how I went about it.
1) Identify all the visible edges, as well as any loose/peeling wallpaper. With a razor, carefully trim back any loose pieces. See the seams below.
2) Next, put just a little joint compound (the mud used at joints in drywall) on any uneven spots - so this means all seams, edges, and places where loose wallpaper was removed. This is the most important part, since you want the surface to be as smooth as possible before painting.
I had our painter do this and the key to having a seamless look is to ensure that the compound is "feathered" out properly (so the seam disappears). If it is visible or bumpy, you'll need to sand it more. Use 150 grit sandpaper or finer.
3) Once the compound is dry and sanded, you will need to prime over the wallpaper. You need to use an oil based primer. This is critical because the glue holding the wallpaper onto the wall is activated by water. Putting latex (water based) paint on will just cause the wallpaper to fall off the wall, which is what we're trying to avoid. Also, the primer is also the first step to hiding the wallpaper pattern, so it doesn't show through the top coat. Oil based paint stinks ... so ventilate the area well.
4) Now, you are ready to paint your walls. The painter used two coats of latex paint (eggshell finish) and voila!
So that's it ... I love the new color (BM White Down). It's just so much more airy and open.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Another All Time Favorite & Hable Construction Discount
During our 12 hour road trip to Michigan (and back) I brought all of my domino magazines and looked through each and every one of them. It was so great revisiting these magazines and getting so inspired all over again! While browsing through the issues, I came across Rita Konig's apartment (an oldie but goodie) and realized how much I really love it.
I love her style and the infustion of english design in her apartment. It really appeals to me. In her new apartment (not pictured) she has balloon shades which I really like. It brings back memories living in Belguim growing up.
She's really good at creating that slightly messy piled on British look.
Her designs scream comfort and I'd like to create more of that look in my home.
So femnine and cozy. If you notice under her console table there are two hable construction totes which she uses for storage. I love this idea. I've been in love with Hable Construction for a long time, but have held off in investing in a couple of pieces because of price. Well, they are having a sale on their storage bushels.
Go here!!
Monday, July 11, 2011
Nursery Inspiration
I have to admit that during my first two trimesters, I was a little scared to fully embrace this pregnancy (due to my previous complications). But, now that I'm in my third trimester, I have baby on the brain. As it stands now, the baby will stay in our master bedroom for the first couple of months. We plan to move at the end of this year (news forthcoming at some point) so I'm hesitant in investing time and money into any space at the moment. However, in an ideal space, I would love to have a wallpapered ceiling (or some type of pattern on the ceiling) for this nursery.
Domino
Store in Nantucket
I think it adds the right amount of whimsy/fantasy to the room, don't you agree?
Friday, June 17, 2011
All Time Favorite
One of my all time favorite homes is Ashley Putman's, which was published in Lonny April/May 2010. I recently stumbled on a new blog (at least to me) called, The Semi-Designed Life, where the blogger, Lauren, actually got to tour Ashely Putman's home this past Christmas. See here. It's so good....I just had to post.
Ashley's courage to use a dark wallpaper in her bedroom is fantastic. I always lean towards the lighter end of the spectrum when it comes to walls, but, I really like this look. I also like the contrast of the dark walls with the feminine bedding.
It appears that Ashely switched the bedding for Christmas. Love it and the monogrammed shams.
It appears that Ashely switched the bedding for Christmas. Love it and the monogrammed shams.
How adorable is the tartan pillow case?
Another example of Ashley's fearless use of dark colors on the walls. The infamous cobalt blue dining room we all love.
Decorated for Christmas.
A cool shot. I love the eclectic mix of candlesticks.
I want to do this - the oversized brandy snifter filled with corks!
Perfection. I don't know where to begin? Black side door (always wanted to do this in our kitchen). Hardware. Kitchen table. Appliances. Open shelving. Brick flooring. Love it all.
I love open shelving, but I also would need cabinets and I like how Ashley's cabinets are off to the side.
Clean lined console and a lovely vignette!
Ashley's staircase from Lauren's tour. Looks like the 'For Like Ever' poster has a new home.
A great combination - tartan, chalkboard paint and wellies!
A house isn't complete without some lacquer!! Again, more evidence of her courage!
The Putman's family room. Chic and kid-friendly. Love it.
And, this is the room where they place their Christmas tree. How lovely.
And, yes a pool surrounded by grass, my favorite. This is the view outside of the family room.
In the living room, Ashley opted for lighter walls. I love how this room is casual and classic.
During Lauren's tour, it appears Ashley has changed the sofa.
Perfection!
I know I went overboard with the images. However, I hope you enjoyed the new pictures and a special thanks to Lauren from 'The Semi-Designed Life.' If Ashley's house is in the tour this year, I might just have to fly down to Houston myself to see it in person!! Happy Weekend!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
