Now that we have a pool, I’ve been in the process of furnishing it. While we had outdoor furniture before, the style doesn’t really fit our new mid-century home and we needed some additional pieces, namely pool lounge chairs. I wanted something with a clean mid-century feel that didn’t feel cheap but that ultimately was... Read more
Hi all, it’s Kate Cabiltes. I am a fan of the aesthetic of Cortney Bishop Design, so much so that I’ve featured one of her bedrooms here previously. This entryway is eye catching but still clean and calming. I love the light wood floors and white shiplap walls layered with various textures and patterns. The... Read more
I am working on a friend’s breakfast nook in her open kitchen area. She has a modern vibe in her house – a little mid century, but maybe more sleek with a pop of color. The ideal set up is a round pedestal table, clean comfy seating and a beautiful pendant above. Here are a... Read more
Taryn Bone here again with a roundup of blue rugs – I’ve been looking for a lot of these for clients recently and thought I’d show you some I’ve been considering: verve:: moroccan tile:: victoria:: prue:: hillside disintegrated blue floral:: davin:: utsey :: element tofino:: vaughn modern Concept Image: the living room of Loom Goods Karyn Blosil’s Salt Lake City home as seen on Design... Read more
I’ve been on the hunt for a pair of fun stools for the end of our kitchen island at the #hotlantamidmod. Luckily for me there are lots of counter height stools out there on the market now. However, I think a lot of people still get confused about what size stool to buy for a... Read more
Hey there, Kate Cabiltes here! This modern, fresh and quirky hotel lobby space really caught my eye when I spied it on my Instagram feed. The San Francisco Proper Hotel is filled with rooms that are easy on the eyes but the open lobby is especially inspiring to me. Outfitted in furniture and décor that... Read more
Taryn Bone here with a roundup of all things Memphis Inspired: Creativ Light by Design by Dog :: Terrazzo by Concrete Collaborative :: Blue and Peach Shape Theory wallpaper by Kate Zaremba Company :: Dusen Dusen’s Cut Out bedding :: Dusen Dusen pillow covers for West Elm :: Recreation Center’s Blue Doodle Mug Inspo Image:... Read more
Recently I’ve spent a lot of time looking at bedside sconces for our master bedroom and also for the kids’ rooms. I really love a sconce at the bed. It offers directional lighting so one person can sleep while the other reads and it keeps our nightstand surface uncluttered which is key if you have... Read more
Hi Everyone! We have a new roundup this week thanks to my friend Taryn Bone. Taryn and I worked together a long time ago at Wilson Associates in LA. She went back to school for architecture and started her own firm and I moved back to the East Coast but we’ve stayed in touch thanks... Read more
Hi, it’s Kate Cabiltes! I’m loving the clean look of this organized dedicated children’s playroom designed by Connecticut-based artist and interior designer Kerri Rosenthal. And while she has undeniable talent, it would still be achievable to create a similar look in your space. I can appreciate how much storage has been added for all the... Read more
Illustration by Abbey Lossing I’ve been noticing a lot of Henri Matisse inspired items of late. I think it’s sort of the more organic reaction to all of the colorful yet structured Memphis modern stuff going on. In any case, I’m digging it and here are a few of my favorite iterations. Kate Zaremba Wallpaper... Read more
Hey, Kate Cabiltes here! This striking bathroom immediately caught my eye as the sandy hued walls are truly unique. By an Australian designer of the ecommerce site kip&co, this small space has a calming vibe. As a huge fan of the pink and green combination in any and all room concepts, I am drawn to... Read more