Not just any old LOFT...

Last night HGTV'S Design Star contestants were given the challenge to design a loft space for their imaginary clients, they decided that their clients would be a young, hip couple, he's a rock star she's a fashion designer, the loft was to be chic, glamorous and little rock and roll, what did you think? 
Here are a few amazing loft spaces that I love...

A little Hollywood Glamour in California...

Warmth and style in Tribeca...

Industrial and neutral...

Mid century mix in New York image courtesy Elle DECOR...

Warm and Inviting entry...

A powerful pop of red in this Taiwan Loft...

This lighting steals the show...

My personal favorite, obsessing over those windows...

Such a great division of space...

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Lofts cry out for you to think outside the box, to repurpose the unusual, what would you do with these open spaces?

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Dad...

My memories of spending time with my dad are as fresh as if it were yesterday, my dad is responsible for my love of decorating, the seed was instilled in me many years ago, he taught me how to paint, how to hold a hammer, use a screwdriver, how to wire a plug and also taught me how to sew, his father had taught him, all things that today I use in my business, and all things that when called for remind me of my dad and the wonderful times him and I spent together...

The day he brought me home...

Our days in the park with Trixie our dog...

My wedding day, telling my dad I love him...

My dad was always a loving, proud, and supportive father, I was incredibly lucky to have him as my dad, I miss him...

To all the great dads out there...

Hope you have a wonderful Fathers Day!!!

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Peacock Passion...

This baby is coming home with me...

But before it takes center stage in my Master bedroom it's getting a little bit of TLC, it'll be sprayed with a couple of coats of pure white high gloss paint, and then the cushion will be covered in this amazing fuschia print that I found, it's going to be amazing... It will be the final piece in what has become my husband Massimo and I's retreat from the world. I have been wanting one of these chairs forever, ever since I stupidly allowed  the one I previously owned, back in the late 80's, to be abandoned when I couldn't take it with me in a move, big mistake and i've regretted it everyday since.

Color, color, color...

Boho chic...

Take me away...

Loving the yellow...

Having a Trina Turk kind of moment...

Sienna on her Peacock Chair...

Luxe for Less moodboard...

Do you love these chairs as much as I do? What color would you choose if you got one? 

                                                                             

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Greek Key...

I Just purchased the most beautiful Greek Key mirror for my client yesterday, but it woke up my obsession for this wonderful pattern, so much so I'm getting ready to add a few more pieces...

This mirror is so beautiful...

This bedroom is pure LUXE...

The perfect accent...

A Greek Key rug is perfect in any room...

Loving this little dish...

Neutral and elegant...

Another amazing mirror...

Loving this color palett...

Inspirational work space...

Some pieces that I would love for myself, obsessing over this table I'd love to make it a bench for the foot of my bed...

Would love this in high gloss white for my guest room...

Just purchased this pillow, you can never go wrong with a Trina Turk pillow...

Hunting this down as I write...

Can I just say WOW!!!

These nesting tables are timeless...

Do you have anything with the Greek Key pattern that you just can't live without?...

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Not so mellow yellow...

Here's a little peak at an entry design I just started for my new clients, they wanted something with a little bit of an asian vibe, but they LOVE yellow, so here's the plan. 

The table I've been dying to use, it's from Ballard Designs and I was so happy when they loved it too.

Z Gallerie lamp

Z Gallerie stools

I just love these stools and have used them in a couple of projects as they come in a few great colors and work indoors and out, as extra seating or tables.

West elm art

Enough said the art is stunning, I'm a huge Franz Kline fan and I think this West elm  piece is amazing. 

CB2 dahlia candle holder

The perfect way to end this busy week is having happy clients, hope you're having a great weekend too.

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