This multifunctional tray/container is designed by Harri Koskinen for Alessi. Harri is a Finnish designer, born 1970 in Karstula, Finland. He has studied at the Institute Of Art And Design in Helsinki.

Harri about the tray which is called Fat Tray: ‘I have called this voracious tray ‘fat’ because it has already swallowed everyhing you need for setting a table, which is now on the inside, while on top, fresh food, beverages or pastries area ready to be served during a business meeting or an afternoon tea. It is the first tray/container by Alessi and their only wooden tray currently in production.’

DrikaB has some beautiful new bags in her Etsy shop. DrikaB was born in Brazil where she grew up and studied design and architecture. She’s inspired by unexpected color and texture combination and her primary goal is to keep making things that are practical and fun. Her colorful bags will lighten up any outfit!

Visit DrikaB’s Etsy shop to see all bags available.

This beautiful house is located on Filicudi, Italy. Filicudi is one of eight islands that make up the Aeolian archipelago, situated 20-30 miles northeast of the island of Sicily.

A gorgeous shade of pale blue has been used throughout the entire house to give color to the rooms and outdoor areas.

All the rooms are named after islands belonging to the Aeolian archipelago. The names and islands are painted on the doors (see images below).

A kilim rug gives an ethnic touch. I have been seeing a lot of these kilim rugs lately.

(images by Adriano Bachella)

Belgian company Vincent Sheppard has a lovely collection of indoor and outdoor furniture.

The reknowned Lloyd Loom process was invented in 1917 by the American Marshall B. Lloyd, who twisted craft paper round a metal wire, placed the paper threads on a loom and wove them into what was to become the traditional Lloyd Loom fabric. Lloyd Loom chairs quickly became very popular. The chair in the images above and below is the Gigi chair.

(images from Vincent Sheppard)

A great new interior store has opened its doors in Amsterdam. Friday next, a concept store for interior and lifestyle, sells a unique mix of furniture, fashion and food. A trendy and accessible selection of renowned brands and small, exclusive upcoming designers can be found in their collection.

Friday next also offers personal and high-quality interior services to individuals and companies. Theirs collection ranges from lounge chairs to (dinner) tables and seats, sofa’s and cupboards. A selection of these products is also available in their webshop.

Address: Overtoom 31, Amsterdam

This neglected barn in The Netherlands has been beautifully renovated by Ina and Matthijs van Meijet Cruijsen. The living room (top image), as well as the rest of the house, is a great balance of rustic and contemporary. The large window offers a magnificent view over the Dutch countryside.

The combination of a modern lifestyle is reflected in the rustic ambiance of the house, especially in the kitchen (image below). Various materials and styles blend together in both rustic and contemporary. The bathroom (top right image) is located in the area were once hay was stored.

(images from Marie Claire Maison)

Today is Koninginnedag (Queens Day) in The Netherlands, a national holiday celebrating the birthday of former queen Juliana. We have been enjoying some beautiful weather lately, hopefully it stays like this over the weekend. Happy weekend to you all!

(images from Toast)

White on white interiors shot by Trine Thorsen.

Warren Heath is a talented photographer from South Africa who works for various magazines around the world. When going through his portfolio I noticed the beautiful use of light. All the interiors he shot are modern with clean lines and not too much color, just how I like it!

(images by Warren Heath)

Beautiful images from the portfolio of photographer Trine Thorsen. I am loving the pillows in various colors on the sofa.