Escher Inspired

A restaurant/nightclub, Cafe Graffiti, located in Varna, Bulguria, was designed by Studio Mode.  It is located in a small boutique hotel which also houses a modern art gallery.  The design of the cafe was inspired by M. C. Escher.  Love it…

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Cool…Really Cool…

…with ridiculous views of the Manhattan skyline, the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn, is brimming with industrial character and Americana…food and drink are top-notch…

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Question…

…how much is that doggie in the window?

albion house/studio octopi

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Christian Liaigre

…a minimalist with a big love for 18th century design…welcome to Christian Liaigre‘s Left Bank duplex…

…the entry hall showcases a portrait of model Kristen McNenamy and a seascape by photographer Peter Lindbergh; and an antique stag sculpture from La Rochelle…and, of  course, CL…

modern baroque…sofa designed by Liaigre in a dark gray silk with bronze base; armchairs in Nepal leather…the sculpture made from a single piece of wood by MAB…

…all the chandeliers throughout the apartment are vintage…

in the dining room, a dogwood and ash table by Liaigre; painting by Vincent Gassin…

…and check out CL’s dressing room…marble side table by Sophie Lafont; and lovely antique marble Buddha from China…

…a portrait of model Natalia Vodianova by Paolo Roversi…master bedroom entirely and serenely in black and white…

…dressing room entrance…and the delightful Leonard, Liaigre’s five year old son.

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Outdoor Spaces…

…for your holiday weekend…have fun…

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I Want a Hug…

…do you want a Hug, too?

Hug Chair by Milinov Ilian

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Walker-Warner Architects

Love the portfolio of this California based firm…harmony is the word that comes to mind.  I was introduced to Walker-Warner Architects by my wildly creative friend, La Boheme.  Thank you, Anna.

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sonoma ranch

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Steven Holl

New York Department of Philosophy by Steven Holl…great environment for open-thinking and an exchange of ideas…no blocks here, everything flows…can you feel it?

Thank you to my friend,  La Boheme, for daily inspiration, wit, and goodness…

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Everything…

…is coming up roses…have a rosy week…

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The Modern Summer House

Vienna based architect, Judith Benzer, imports cutting edge architecture into rural life…perfect for weekends and holidays in the sun…a no-fuss cottage that allows you to get down to serious summertime fun.

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Waiting….

…for you…

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Russell & George

Desire to Inspire has a great post on the category winners of the Coco/Republic Interior Design Awards 2012.  One of the winners is Russell & George for Paper Stone Scissors best corporate design.  Visiting the Russell & George website is really F.U.N.   Take a look, if you would like.  You will have F.U.N.,  promise…

…drawn in by the lighting, brick, and wood…

Retail: Left

…if you like to eat french fries, this is the place…

Hospitality: Lord of the Fries NL

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Beach Fever…

I have a fever…beach fever.  The weather is beautiful in Chicago and I am ready to go…

Prada’s fantastic fashion illusions

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Garden…

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Eve…

…the restful haven, Eve, is a successful collaboration between Nexus Design and Dimitty Andersen Architects.  Inspiration for the project was drawn from the client’s love for art…Eve is calm and effortless while displaying strength for modern furniture and eclectic artwork…

…garden entry…

…an apple…

…a library and fireplace…

…apples that have tempted…

…cozy, calm…restful…

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