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lovely white

Posted on July 19, 2011 by danielle | 9 Comments

These inspiring interior images are from the portfolio of French photographer Yann Deret. I just love white..

(images by Yann Deret / via Desire To Inspire)

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stools for sale

Posted on July 18, 2011 by danielle | 2 Comments

This pic is from our kitchen. The wooden stools are for sale (see ad on Marktplaats here). For people living in The Netherlands only as the stools can not be shipped.

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leaf swing

Posted on July 18, 2011 by danielle | 9 Comments

Today I’m loving … this beautiful tree swing. It has been featured on the Fuori Salone’s website but unfortunately I could not figure out who makes it or where it’s sold.

Update: the designer of this swing is Alberto Sanchez. You can find more information here. Thank you Grace and ArticulateArt for letting me know!

(image by Daniela Petrillo / via Trendir)

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kidsonroof sale

Posted on July 17, 2011 by danielle | 1 Comment

You now get up to 50% discount on all items from Dutch brand kidsonroof at Le Souk. For example on playhouse Casa Cabana, displayed in the images above and below. The house, which you can decorate yourself, is big enough to fit your kids. Fun is guaranteed! It is made from recycled and biodegradable cardboard, and it is easy to set up, sturdy and safe. Ideal for birthday parties, and school craft projects for example.

Other kidsonroof items on sale: Playhouse Casa Cabana Deco, Bo Buro set, the Scandinavian style Trojan Horse, the cute Cooker, Dolly Cat and Dolly Rabbit, Mobile Playhouse in white and blue and the Rocket for future astronauts (a great gift for boys!).

(top image via The Boo and The Boy, other images via Le Souk)

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acapulco chair

Posted on July 15, 2011 by danielle | 10 Comments

Today I’m loving … this beautiful Acapulco chair! The chair is a modernist design classic that originated in Mexico in the 1950s. Happy weekend everyone!

(image from Freunde von Freunden)

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italian farmhouses

Posted on July 14, 2011 by danielle | 6 Comments

On Design*Sponge I found this gorgeous book: Masseria: The Italian Farmhouses of Puglia. The book contains stunning photographs and essays dedicated to the ancient domestic buildings of Puglia, Italy.

These ancient buildings once served as farmhouses and way stations for those traveling along the Via Appia. They now have been renovated to function as private residences or boutique hotels. The book is a feast for every interior lover especially for those loving this rustic style.

A review from Amazon: “…Masseria: The Italian Farmhouses of Puglia is a striking book of photographs and essays dedicated to the ancient domestic buildings of southern Italy…. Stark but captivating constructions of medieval stucco and calcified stone, many of them in recent years have been converted to private residences and boutique hotels. While they differ greatly in style, all share a profound sense of space, light and serenity.”

(images by Mark Roskams for Masseria: The Italian Farmhouses of Puglia / via Design*Sponge)

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all things blue

Posted on July 13, 2011 by danielle | 7 Comments

Today I’m loving .. all things blue. In the image above framed blue bandanas are used as wall art (featured in Martha Stewart Living, via Poppy Talk and Apartment Therapy).

A beach chair made from a beautiful blue/white patterned fabric.

Comfortable blue cushions and blue rugs (image from Cote Maison).

Blue scarves and throws from Coterie.

Pale blue doors in this garage that was turned into a ‘beach house’ in Covet Garden (image by Tracy Shumate)

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a summerhouse in denmark

Posted on July 12, 2011 by danielle | 4 Comments

A lovely summer house in Nordsjælland, Denmark.

(images from femina.dk)

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a gorgeous country home near lisbon, portugal

Posted on July 11, 2011 by danielle | 15 Comments

Today we take a virtual trip to Portugal where we will take a peek into this stunning country home in Palmela, which is not far from Lisbon. This is the refuge of interior designer Monica Penaguião. The building itself is simple and rustic, it’s the mix of modern furniture that gives color to the various rooms.

The lounge area (top image) is stunning. Thick mattresses and cushions made from Turkish fabrics are great for an afternoon nap. The kilim rug is an antique. The stools and chairs are from Tolix. The handmade pergola gives shade to the pool area (image above). Missoni towels brighten up the sun beds that were purchased on a trip to India.

The beautiful table ware is from Kenzo. The chairs around the dining table are the Wishbone chairs from Hans Wegner.

The stone sink in the kitchen is mounted on an iron frame. An old wood oven is used for baking and gives warmth in winter.

The green lamp in the dining room is designed by Marcel Wanders for Capellini. The rotan stools were purchased in the region of Alentejo.

The colorful painting by Brazilian artist Isabelle Tuchband gives perfect contrast against the white wall. The chair made from scrap wood is from Piet Hein Eek.

A perfect place for al fresco eating! The dishes are from Bordallo Pinheiro, the glasses from Kenzo and the chairs are made from recycled wood by Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek.

Doesn’t the pool look very inviting?! The whitewashed walls and old wooden doors (image below) maintain the authentic charm of the building.

(images via Nuevo Estilo)

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a rustic italian farmhouse

Posted on July 9, 2011 by danielle | 5 Comments

Agrifuturismo is an 18th century farmhouse in Tuscany, Italy, which is beautifully decorated by owner Frederica Fusi. The rustic house contains 2 vacation apartments which can be rented for a holiday in the Italian countryside.