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Update on the Austin Project

Posted in Home, Projects, tagged , , , on May 4, 2011| Leave a Comment »

Just got back from Austin and it’s been a little over two months since I started this project. The homeowners are awesome to work with, and the project is running smoothly with the normal bumps along the way. Below, are photos of the front of the home and dining room. We are still not finished but at least you can see the progress so far.

 The Exterior

Before

Two of my favorite things happened here — paint & light fixtures! We still need one more coat of paint to go on and several other decorative items to finish out the front (landscaping happens next spring).

I am also planning on adding a LONG sisal runner for this area.

The Interior

The new home owner and contractor eyeing the atrium. Hmm…what to do?

We removed the atrium, which allowed for a lot more space

The original dining room looking towards the front door

Again, with the atrium gone, the house is more open

We still need to finish out the house which should take a couple of months. Next, shopping for furniture and decor. I did already snatch this guy at a garage sale last weekend, but need to decide in which room he’ll dwell.

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A COURTYARD PROJECT

Posted in Home, Projects on April 11, 2011| 2 Comments »

For this project, the clients wanted a tranquil place to sip coffee or have glass of wine. I kept the design very simple because the courtyard had an incredible old Oak tree who was demanding all the attention.

Above, the entrance to the courtyard

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Above, a perfect spot for a water feature.

We wanted the water feature to fit in with the home, so we used the same brick and mimicked the same pattern we found on the chimney. I added a mirror so that it would reflect the rest of the courtyard, as well as make the space feel much larger.

After

We planted  fig ivy on either side of the water feature, which will eventually help frame the mirror.

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A fun project! Thanks again to Perry Shankle Landscaping in San Antonio for the installation!

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A FULL MOON PARTY

Posted in Decor, Exterior Design, Food, Garden Design, Home, tagged , , on March 31, 2011| 2 Comments »

The party took place at a friend’s house–a wonderful Tudor style home perched on a small hill in a very cute neighborhood. Candles placed in silver tins lined the pathway leading to the garden and the faint sound of jazz could be heard as you passed through the garden gates.

Karla, Ella and I

The hostess, Karla (food stylist, amazing cook and plant lover), and I started work on the garden about a month before the party.

Tree stumps were repurposed as small cocktail tables. A mirror hung on a wall reflecting the roaring fire. Old pieces of driftwood were turned into lamps. And a table, made by Karla’s husband, became the perfect place to set the wine and appetizers.

 The weather couldn’t have been more perfect. The smell of bacon-wrapped jalapenos filled the air and forty guests enjoyed a jazz quartet under a full moon.

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SAN ANTONIO’S OPEN DAYS GARDEN TOUR

Posted in Garden Design, Garden Tours, Home, tagged , , , , on November 24, 2010| Leave a Comment »

Recently, the The Garden Conservancy had their “Open Days” garden tour here in San Antonio and there was one garden that stood out for its elegance and simplicity in design. The plants selected for this landscape were not complicated or overly fussy. My pictures just do not do the house nor landscape design justice.

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A LITTLE INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEKEND

Posted in Home, tagged , , , , , on May 29, 2010| Leave a Comment »

My inspiration as I head into the weekend is this beautiful garden. It’s simple and serene — a true vacation spot for the summer ahead. Too bad it isn’t mine but it’s something to aspire to…

Have a great weekend!

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The Well-Worn Chair

Posted in Home, Shop, tagged , , , , , , , on April 16, 2010| Leave a Comment »

Axel Vervoordt

I love the idea of that one chair in the home that everyone would love to sit in, kind-of like “grandma’s chair”. It’s worn just in the right places and when you see it, you automatically think “comfort”. You could sit in this chair for hours and when you do — life seems at peace.

There is a photo from the book, Provence Interiors, (below) that I’ve always loved. An older woman sits in a well-worn chair as she has probably done for years. When I see this picture I think how comfy and peaceful this room looks. A very cozy and comfortable room yet not lacking in taste or style.

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Unfortunately, I am without this type of chair myself and desperately want one. Therefore, I am on the hunt for one, my only criteria — that it’s extremely difficult to get myself out of. Below, are a few that have caught my eye.

Restoration Hardware

Anthropologie

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by Tom DixonJayson Home & Garden

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by Ralph Lauren

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A Beautiful Pool

Posted in Home, tagged , , on March 23, 2010| 2 Comments »

A beautiful pool in the Luberon area in Southern France and the view isn’t half bad either! I love the simplicity of it all! Five ingredients total; gravel, cots, some pillows, native stone and green! Perhaps a dip in the pool and then lunch on the terrace?  An artichoke and white bean salad with a lemon vinaigrette, fresh bread and a wine from the Luberon area!

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Maison Midi, Los Angeles

Posted in Decor, Home, Shop, tagged , , , , , , , on March 14, 2010| 1 Comment »

Maison Midi

Maison Midi

One of my favorite places to shop for home goodies is on La Brea in Los Angeles. The street is riddled with fabulous stores! Maison Midi is one of many but one I have been enjoying for years! You feel like every item you purchase is going towards your vacation home (we of course all have) in the south of France. Every item is wonderful and the colors throughout are amazing! Just next door to Maison Midi is American Rag, where you can find clothes, shoes, etc. Their bags alone are a reason to purchase something. Down the street is one of my all time favorite fabric stores, Diamond Foam & Fabric! They have a great selection of fabrics and if you get there early enough they usually have homemade bread to snack on while you roam the fabric hallways!  Between Maison Midi and Diamond Foam and Fabric is Rita Flora where you can grab some fresh flowers for your entry. And after a day of walking up and down La Brea you can end it with a fabulous dinner at Campanile!

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A BEAUTIFUL COURTYARD

Posted in Home, tagged , , on March 11, 2010| Leave a Comment »

I do love this picture. I can’t remember what magazine it’s from, it’s likely Elle Decor, but it’s beautiful.

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