I REALIZE THIS IS SUPER LAST MINUTE, BUT I WAS JUST SO INSPIRED THIS MORNING OVER MY CUP OF COFFEE TO DO THIS YEAR’S THANKSGIVING TABLE A BIT DIFFERENTLY.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
Posted in Uncategorized on November 24, 2021| 1 Comment »
GORGEOUS LIGHTING
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Clarkson Lighting, Ellen DeGeneres, Interior Design, lighting on March 1, 2019| Leave a Comment »
I love Ellen DeGeneres’s new lighting collection. Crafted by Generation Lighting and influenced by some of Ellen’s favorite artists, the collection is inspired by her own treasured pieces throughout her homes. I love the relaxed style of the collection which works beautifully with many different styles — from rustic to mid-century.
One of my favorites — Augie Table Lamp
Anhdao Table Lamp
Indo Table Lamp, Indo Wall Sconce & Georgia Wall Sconce
Francis Floor Lamp
Another of my favorites — Redmond Table Lamp.
To view Ellen’s entire collection go to Clarkson Lighting.
Have a great weekend!
xoxo,
Shannon
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DESIGN CRUSH
Posted in Uncategorized on February 15, 2019| Leave a Comment »
Love the work of interior designer, Monique Gibson, and one of my favorite Gibson projects is John Mellencamp’s home in South Carolina (see below).
Gibson’s talent to make large spaces feel warm and inviting, yet stylishly interesting, is stunning.
Happy Friday!
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A VILLA IN SANTA BARBARA
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Ellen DeGeneres, Exterior Design, Interior Design, Santa Barbara on March 16, 2018| Leave a Comment »
Perched on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean this beautiful villa was built in the 30’s by Wallace Frost after spending a decade in Italy. Owned by Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi, I absolutely love the way they decorated this gorgeous villa. I’ll be honest, I’m a little obsessed with this home.
I love this porch, and the staghorn fern on the wall is incredible!
via wall.hr
via Parade
via Popsugar
via Pinterest
via El Español
via Variety
When Ellen talks about why she loves this home in her book, Ellen DeGeneres Home, she says, “… I think it’s because the house is always surprising. It reveals itself to you in new ways every day. And it’s really how I want to live. It’s not overly manicured or tidy. It’s not overly precious or perfect. And it’s a home that manages to be both spacious and cozy at once.” — I love that!
Happy Friday!
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THE AGENDA
Posted in Garden Design, Holiday, Home, Interior Design, Projects, Uncategorized on January 12, 2017| Leave a Comment »
friend time
family time
fire time
After taking a couple of weeks off to enjoy the holidays with family and friends I’m back at work. And, I’ve got several posts in the pipeline that I’m excited to share with you.
First off, I have the final photos from my last project. Below, the kitchen being worked on — tomorrow I’ll be sharing the after photos.
North Hills Kitchen
I have a really fun post coming up on pub houses.
The Wild Rabbit
I’m also doing a post where I talk about my favorite item for the garden.
And, I’ll be sharing one of the most dramatic renovations to date.
Townhouse Remodel
Lastly, I have a post coming up on how to put together a gallery wall.
So stay tuned and Cheers to 2017!
~ Shannon
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Posted in Uncategorized on December 31, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Goodbye 2015!
Hello 2016!
Can’t wait to finish up these projects and share more before and afters with you here on the blog.
Long Beach Mediterranean
North Hollywood Ranch
Austin Hillside
Palm Springs Spanish
Wishing everyone a fabulous New Year!!
Cheers! XOXO
Shannon Ahern
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Isn’t this amazing?
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Art, Birdhouses, Garden, London, London Fieldworks on October 8, 2013| 1 Comment »
THE STICK MAN
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Garden Art, Garden Design, Patrick Dougherty, Southern Accents on September 12, 2013| Leave a Comment »
I first heard about Patrick Dougherty in 2009 when Southern Accents did a story on him, and I couldn’t believe what he could create out of twigs! These incredible works of art seem to compliment each setting in which they are constructed. In nature, they look as though they’ve existed there forever. When placed against buildings or in galleries, the contrast between the natural and the manmade — is gorgeous! I do want one of my own.
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The Outdoor Console Table
Posted in Home, Shop, Uncategorized, tagged Bunny Williams, Inner Gardens, Jayson Home & Garden, Outdoor Console Table, Pottery Barn, Serena & Lily, Terrain on July 31, 2013| 3 Comments »
When designing an outdoor space, I always like to include a console table. The console table, on its off time, serves as a place for a lantern, potted plant, and an interesting object or two (as in the photo above). However, when there is entertaining going on, the console becomes the perfect place for food & drink.
A great example of this, is Bunny Williams’ patio area. She has a lovely huge console table that can easily transform into a buffet table when entertaining.
Here, for a friend’s garden, I had a potting table and mirror made for the patio area. When entertaining, the table becomes the perfect place for beverages and food, otherwise, it displays the owner’s fabulous plants and objects.
Breaking it down…
an antique table moved outside
a potting table
old picnic table
indoor table
folding bistro table
proper console
The table you use for you buffet doesn’t necessarily have to be a proper console table, you could use an old picnic table, potting table, small bistro table or even your outdoor coffee table — it all depends on your needs/space.
Items for your buffet…
beverage container
a table cloth
napkins
platters
boards for cheese or bread
food dome
trays to hold your glasses
something to hold silverware
lanterns
Tomorrow – The Bar
*all goods from Jayson Home & Garden, Pottery Barn, Terrain, Serena & Lily, One Kings Lane & Inner Gardens
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Happy Weekend!
Posted in Uncategorized on July 26, 2013| Leave a Comment »
The Long Table 