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I recently selected this sink for a client’s teeny-tiny Powder Bathroom.  It is so beautiful in person.  I love the hand crafted nature of the bowl, and the way the imperfect hammered finish refracts (is that the correct science term?) light in different directions. 

Here is my drawing of the narrow sink wall (sorry for the small size, if I enlarge it, it skews the drawing). 

This porcelain tile mosaic (also gorgeous in person) will be installed vertically on the entire wall (in the lighter color).

This is a sconce option.  I’m still looking for another mosaic tile for the splash behind the sink, as well as a decorative mirror.  The sink base cabinet is also still up in the air…it’s a process, people

I just had to share some more photos of Native Trails’ sinks…I really love the hammered nickel finish because it can go traditional or contemporary!   

 

And the piece de resistance…a GORGEOUS bathtub:

 

 

 

I spotted these beauties on the Zoe Report and was instantly smitten!  I think this living room (via this is glamorous) is the perfect translation from shoe to space!

Dear Santa,

I’ll take one of each.  I’ve been realllllly good this year.  You’re the best!

XOXO,

Lauren

 

 

 

All gorgeousness courtesy of Vivre.

It was LOVE at first sight.  LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.  I knew these Christian Louboutin beauties could inspire an entire space, so I pulled together a dream living room inspired by the beautiful Beaute Strass pumps.

After spotting this fabulous coat on Emerson Made I immediately emailed my science loving husband to ask if he could please identify the big cat this coat most closely resembles (I really want a “classy” animal print coat).  This was his response:

“Definintely cheetah.  This will make the statement that you are the fastest and most agile of the big cats.”

Um, awesome! Ha ha!  We all can do a quick google search for animal print fashion/decor and find that there are more trashy versions than classy out there.  If home decor really does follow fashion, I wonder if cheetah is the next big thing? 

I think we tend to forget that the original version in nature is SO GORGEOUS. 

My “classy coat” obsession continued when I spotted this picture of designer Lizzie Bailey in a fabulous cheetah print coat (as seen with Michelle Adams of Rubie Green/Lonny Magazine fame).

Her coat looks pretty similar to the Top Shop one shown in this collage by Who What Wear.

I love this little cheetah print collar!

 

Yes, please.  Christian Louboution Miss Clichy 140 boots.

I had never before pondered the difference between leopard, cheetah, snow leopard, etc!  I’m liking cheetah a lot!  How about you?   

**Disclaimer:  I am by no means a zoology expert.  These items shown may or may not be a good representation of Cheetah print.  If you have any insight as to the differences or discreprencies between the items shown and the actual animal, please leave a comment!  Also, I do not in any way support the killing of cheetahs for their hides…FAUX is fine for me!  Let’s not turn this into an animal rights discussion, it’s just for fun people.

I interrupt our regularly scheduled “Furniture Friday” to bring you my latest obession – CONCETTO! Made by the same people who brought us Caesarstone, this one of a kind countertop material uses cut semi-precious stones mixed with resin to create a low maintenance heat and stain resistant surface.  The possibilities of how you could use this material are endless!  My affinity for rock candy just intensified!

Check out some of their color choices and the unique ways they utilized it…did I mention it could be backlit for more drama?!

Amethyst anyone?  I love how this material can be incorporated into furniture design…

AMAZING blue agates!

How gorgeous would this be as a top of a dresser or coffee table?!

OMG not even half way through the NEW Lonny Online Magazine and I couldn’t be more excited – it’s AWESOME!  Congrats to Michelle Adams and Patrick Cline and their team for putting together such an amazing product – I don’t want to spoil too much so go check it out NOW!

{Milly Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear}

If I were an outfit, I just might be this ensemble from the Milly Show.  A touch of ethnic paired with subtle glamour and a dash of pink!  I love it!

{Sarlo via Habitually Chic}

Runway to Room!  I love this vignette at Sarlo.

My version…

 

Vintage Wingback Settee from Jayson

Painting via 1st Dibs

 

Ebony Side Table from Mecox & Meri Side Table

OBSESSED with metallic cowhide rugs!

Graphic bench by Madeline Weinrib

 

I’m crushing on this pair of Pink Bee Lamps via 1st Dibs… I think the color pink is perfect.

 

I’d use a pair of black slipper chairs from Williams Sonoma Home

If you couldn’t just settle for “subtle glamour,’ this blingy pillow would do the trick!

 

On a recent weekend jaunt to Lago Vista to enjoy a relaxing (yet waterless) weekend on Lake Travis (outside of Austin), our friends were dying to show us the new Waterstone lakeside condominiums.  Clad in Angelina Pedra, a Brazilian Hardwood, the exterior is Austin Contemporary at its finest.  I can see young professionals snapping up these condos for the perfect retreat with friends.  Minimal maintenance with maximum style!

An outdoor kitchen big enough for some very fun parties!

Nice view!  The lake is sooooo low right now!

I would love hanging out here poolside!

Austin Landscaping

For all you Houstonians, this humble abode is where Mattress Mack calls home on Lake Travis.

So are you digging the Austin Contemporary style?  Would you like to call one of these condos home on the weekend?

 

I will just never, ever tire of this color palette.  McGill Design Group via Desire to Inspire.