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RESEDA PROJECT

Posted in Exterior Design, Interior Design, Projects, Renovation Project on September 18, 2017| Leave a Comment »

Happy Monday! Today, I’m introducing you to a new project in Reseda; a district in the San Fernando Valley here in Los Angeles. As you can see it’s a perfect candidate for a makeover.

Above, we completely gutted the kitchen so I can now determine the layout. I’m leaning towards eliminating the two smaller windows in the left corner and replacing them with a large window on the back wall to allow for more light and a view of the backyard.

A view from the dining room looking into the kitchen

Same view but now with the wall removed

I can’t wait to get my hands on this project and start to see it take shape. I’ll post more photos on the progress in a couple of weeks!

Have a great day!

~ Shannon

 

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OTTOMAN EMPIRE

Posted in Decor, Interior Design, Shop on August 1, 2017| Leave a Comment »

Recently, I’ve been searching for an ottoman for one of my projects and came across some beautiful examples on incorporating one in your own home.

 

Amber Interiors

Habitually Chic

Kristen Panitch

One King’s Lane

Windsor Smith

Amber Interiors

Love all of these from One King’s Lane

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House of Turquoise 

I love using ottomans every chance I get for both interiors + exteriors — they have great versatility. You can use them as a coffee table, kick back and prop your feet up, or as extra seating.

Have a great Tuesday!

xoxo

~Shannon

 

 

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CASA COOK

Posted in Decor, Exterior Design, Interior Design, Travel, tagged , , , on June 28, 2017| 6 Comments »

Happy Wednesday! Today, I’m sharing my latest hotel crush — Casa Cook in Rhodes, Greece. A boutique hotel designed by architect Vana Pernari and interior designer Annabell Kutucu. I can’t decide which I’m in love with more — the interior design of Casa Cook or the exterior design. Which is your favorite?

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

xoxo,

Shannon

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BLACK + WHITE INTERIORS

Posted in Decor, Interior Design on June 23, 2017| 1 Comment »

Since my recent visit to Mallorca, I’m loving Black + White interiors more than ever! Below are some gorgeous ideas on how to mix these two fabulous colors.

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Black + White tile at Hotel Cort 

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Some of my favorite black + white items

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1. Sofa    2. Rug   3. Coffee Table   4. Moroccan Blanket   5. Sconce

6. Pillow

Happy Friday!

~ Shannon

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THE EQUIPALE CHAIR

Posted in Decor, Exterior Design, Interior Design, Outdoor Furniture, tagged , , on June 19, 2017| Leave a Comment »

Being back in Mexico I’m reminded of my long-time affection for the Equipale chair. It’s funky yet comfortable and when the leather fades a bit — looks incredible. Now, with the Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles giving it so much attention, as well as places like Venice Beach and other cities along the California Coast, it’s had a rebirth and I’ve never seen it look so good! Below, are some gorgeous ideas on how to use this very cozy & versatile chair.

Ace Hotel Los Angeles

@jmwearing via Instagram

Pinterest

 My Domaine

100 Layer Cake

 Leanne Ford Interiors

Have a wonderful Monday!

~ Shannon

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BEAUTIFUL BEDROOMS

Posted in Bedrooms, Interior Design on May 25, 2017| Leave a Comment »

It’s all about bedrooms today and I’m sharing my three favorites, along with ideas on how to create the same look in your own home.

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BEDROOM 2:

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All these bedrooms are fantastic! They have a casual elegance, yet still fill luxurious — all while beckoning you to retreat and relax.

Have a great Thursday!

~ Shannon

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BRANCHING OUT

Posted in Decor, Interior Design, Kitchens on May 4, 2017| Leave a Comment »

One of my favorite ways to add a little beauty and drama to a home is by using large branches. I’ll clip them from pretty much anything and place them in vases, jars or even my favorite piece of pottery. Not only are they fun but they can last much longer than flowers. Below, are some of my favorite examples.

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Some of my favorite branches to use are Magnolia, Olive, Willow & Cherry Blossom. Have a wonderful Thursday!

~ Shannon

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BEFORE & AFTER: TOWNHOUSE BATHROOM

Posted in Bathrooms, Interior Design, Projects, Renovation Project on April 20, 2017| 1 Comment »

 If you didn’t read my last post, this townhouse is a project my husband and I worked on together. He purchased it and then handed over to me to renovate it. Below, are before and after photos of the bathroom.

The inspiration for the townhouse bath.

Before

I wasn’t able to see the upstairs on our first visit, but once the townhouse was cleared out I was able to shoot these photos of the upstairs bath.

After

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If you like before & after photos as much as I do, check out yesterday’s post for before & after photos of the living and kitchen.

Next time, I’ll be sharing before & after photos of my recent Austin exterior project.

~ Shannon

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TOWNHOUSE PROJECT

Posted in Interior Design, Projects on April 19, 2017| 3 Comments »

Out of the 14 years that I’ve been renovating homes, this project could possibly have the most dramatic before and after photos. Though I do love working with my private clients, my husband and I also purchase and renovate homes together. Typically he purchases a property, and then hands it over to me to renovate. This is one of those projects.

Before

I wasn’t sure if I should share these before pictures with you because it’s a bit of a shock. The photo above is the first glimpse my husband and I saw of the townhouse.

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Once the townhouse was cleared out, the plan was to knock down most of the wall between the living and the kitchen; then, add new drywall, recessed lighting and flooring. We did discover a small half bath, to the right, after the clean out. Now it is a sweet little powder room.

Checking on the progress with my daughter, Iris.

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THE KITCHEN

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I have an affection for rehabbing townhouses because one of the first projects I ever did was a townhouse in San Antonio. We knocked down walls removed flower wallpaper in the kitchen and raised the ceiling to really open up the space. For this townhouse, I knew with only two windows, I wanted it to feel bright & airy.

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I love rehabbing houses and sometimes the uglier the better because of the challenge at the beginning and the impact at the end. Next time, more before and after photos of the rest of the townhouse.

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PROJECT UPDATE

Posted in Exterior Design, Interior Design, Projects, tagged , , , on February 15, 2017| Leave a Comment »

If you love before and after photos as much as I do, I have several projects in the pipeline that are going to have some really fun before and afters.

Below, are two projects I’m currently working on that are almost ready for their “after” shot.

AUSTIN EXTERIOR PROJECT

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This is a wonderful house in the rolling hills of Austin that has been a wonderful project to work on. Above, you can see that we painted the exterior brick and now we are pouring a new walkway and steps, as well as adding some planting beds. I also plan to add a couple other exterior touches that will really transform this exterior.

TOWNHOUSE PROJECT

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This is a townhouse in the San Fernando Valley (Southern California) that needed a complete gut.

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As you can see above, we removed most of the wall on the left to open up the space between the living room and kitchen. We painted the walls one of my favorite colors from Farrow & Ball — Clunch, and now are adding a kitchen from IKEA. I’m hoping to post the before and after photos next week, and many of you will not believe the transformation.

Happy Wednesday!

~ Shannon

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