Thursday, March 31, 2011

Asian Influence

Many of the top designers today are infusing their interiors with asian furniture and objects.  Conjuring up images of farflung travels, these items inject an exotic influence that adds richness and history.

This modern kitchen was inspired by old feudal Japanese palaces. Designed by Michael Smith, the kitchen also has a healthy dose of 21st Century minimalism.  Up against the wall is an absolutely beautiful 18th Century Japanese Tansu Chest.  The unique light fixtures hovering above the island were actually salvaged from a department store in Japan during World War Two. They are made of fabric over a wooden frame.  The rich walnut covered stainless steel island doesn't go without notice.


Interior Designer, Mary McDonald, frequently uses antiques from Central Asia in her designs.  Asian sculptural objects abound in this first two rooms and an Asian bed takes center stage in the bottom photo.  I love the eclectic mix that heightens the interest and depth of the rooms.



Interior Designer Kelly Wearstler uses asian accessories to spice things up in these living rooms.  Never one to shy away from making a dramatic statement, Kelly often uses exotic objects from Southeast Asia to create her theatrical aesthetic.


Vicente Wolf's designs are inspired by his many travels.  He almost always includes items from these travels in his designs.
A black laquered tansu chest stands in the adjoining living room.

An overscaled asian table stands out in this minimal spare room.

In this living room, an antique cart wheel rises from behind the sofa creating a unique sculptural focal point.

Accessories from Central Asia add history and a global influence to any style decor.  Antiques and global artifacts such as this black laquered screen create a rich and authentic feel. 

With their unique and naturally weathered appearance, large hand-hewn wood cart wheels make eye-catching sculpture.


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Hello Sunshine!

If you live anywhere near me then you're probably sick of seeing this on your local weather report

Honestly, we've had buckets of rain for days now, but thankfully we're headed for blue skies, sunshine and warmer temperatures this weekend!  The beginning of spring makes me want to bring some sunshine inside, too.  Aren't accents of yellow the perfect way to chase away the winter blahs?

Louis in lemon velvet - does it get any better?




Image from Eclectic Revisited







Happy glorious spring weekend!










~Easter~













These are the sweetest little Easter photos.....they are so darling and I just love the colors! Be sure to check out more on Kara's Party Ideas :)

Step into Spring

with these fun espadrilles from Nine West! Which color fits you?
Step into Spring
More Fashion blog posts and Mo
re ways to follow BB&B

waste not, want not


When a girl's lucky enough to have several thousand 
daffodils in the garden, what else can she do but
enjoy them indoors too!

Picking daffodils each day this week, for me, for my friends.




Home Inspiration: Book Table


Books are such great decor pieces on their own and they bring so much personality to a home! I'm a believer of displaying books around the flat and what a brilliant idea to make them into a little table! Dears, thumbs up or down? xox

P.S: Also love this!

(thanks Marissa)

Adoration

I adore this:

Beach Wedding

Thinking more and more that the beach wedding is going to happen.  How to nail down a clear plan for all of my ideas?  It feels too soon to be planning favors and stuff, but if I have to stick to a strict budget, I might as well start planning.  Here are some ideas to get started.




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Celebrate a love deeper than the bluest sea and stronger than any sailor's knot with a beautiful ocean-inspired wedding.

Combine the effortless cool of navy and white with the casual seaside elegance of the Hamptons, find a location overlooking the water, and enjoy the feel of a gentle ocean breeze that will forever remind you of this joyous day.

 

Invitations, Decor, dresses, menswear, favors, stationary, all things to consider!


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