Round Dining Room Table

I am a reality TV fanatic. You name it, I watch it. I just can't look away.  One of my favorites in the Real Housewives franchise is Beverly Hills.  These ladies live in pure opulence.   About three weeks ago, the ladies met for a dinner party at Kyle Richard's house, and despite the heated back and forth that ensued between Brandi and Faye, I couldn't take my eyes off of her dining room.

I love a nice meal and a good wine, and sharing it with close friends is the ultimate definition of a good time in my book.  What I loved the most about Kyle's dinning room is that she used a round table.  Round tables create such an intimate atmosphere for conversation and everybody has a good seat. That sent me on a search for inspiration to add to my board.

The best part of this room, in my opinion, is the floor and the ceiling.  I love the chandelier and detailing in the floor.  I also like that the eclectic mix of chairs.  Though the chandelier can make the room seem so formal, the mix match of chairs make it feel more comfortable/relaxed and add in some fun. 

Some of the elements that draw me to this room include the color palette and French dining chairs.

Love the color and gloss on the table.  I have a huge crush on navy blue.  The french doors make it feel like a private room--perfect for much needed bonding time with my the best girl friends.

There isn't much I don't like about this dining room. What sticks out  is the animal print pattern on the tablecloth, gold chairs and brass accents.  The chandelier and matching wall sconce also caught my eye.



Make it a great day today, the weekend's almost here!






{Images via Bravo TV, Jamie Herzlinger Interiors, Palmerston Design Consultants, The Enchanted Home, My Luscious Life,  Jacques Grange} 

Hate it or Love it? Kitchen Mirror

I always have a plan, and I try to stick to it.  Since moving in, my plan has been to decorate my bedroom, then the living room, THEN kitchen, then the half bath downstairs.  But, for some strange reason, for the past two weeks, I just can't get my kitchen out of my mind.  I have been obsessed with coming up with ideas and finding inspiration for it.

I added this kitchen to my inspiration board simply for the mirror on the back wall. I love a kitchen with a mirror!  And I'm not talking a mirrored back splash, I'm talking a full on hanging mirror!  They can add light and make the space look bigger.



I really like the gold mirror against all of the silver, grays and white.  hmmm mmm.

 Here it is from a different angle...



It's somewhat unconventional but for some strange reason it makes a kitchen look more relaxed and comfy to me.  It just warms it up.  I love it.

What do you think? Would you hang a mirror in your kitchen?




Image via 1st Option

Mid-Week Inspiration: CWB Architects

It's hump day and here's a little inspiration to take you through the rest of the week! Friday is almost here!

I have absolutely no words to describe the amazing-ness and talent that is CWB Architects (they're based in NYC)!   I pulled some pics from their projects in Brooklyn just in case you don't believe me ;).

That stove!

Loving the mirror and the ottoman

How's that for NYC living!

Images via CWB Architects