Hi Everyone. A while back I posted about our exterior color scheme. Well spring is coming and it's time to narrow things down. I had mostly decided upon a dark blue/green and have been looking at some swatches on the house. This was what I had kind of narrowed it down to.And here are some of the swatches (leaning toward the middle right).Then Scott and I went up to the Berkshires last weekend.... Read more
Hi there! Jess here with a few more Urban Farmhouse Reveal shots. Last week we showed you the living / dining space and the week before was the kitchen, featuring our bespoke hardware. Today we're showcasing the master bedroom. Here is the original concept board.And here is the space completed. I love the little reading nook with my client's father's vintage leather chair. And I absolutely... Read more
We are kicking off our new Nest Studio Design Crush series by highlighting the work of the fabulous west coast designer, Catherine Kwong. This designer is beyond crushable. Catherine seems to be able to accomplish the impossible . . . sophisticatedly tailored interiors that are simultaneously edgy, spaces that are luxurious yet intimate, and a seamless blending of different styles and materials.... Read more
Happy February, it's Kate Cabiltes again!I am a complete HGTV fan and worship any home designed by Joanna Gaines. This cozy space by Gaines lined in white subway tile backsplash and open shelving is farmhouse kitchen heaven! It boasts carrara marble countertops with a farmhouse sink and is filled with various rustic accoutrements like hanging pendant lamps and loads of wooden and cast iron serving... Read more
Hi Folks. I hope you enjoyed the reveal of the Urban Farmhouse Kitchen. I love how our decorative hardwareadds a touch of luxury to to what would otherwise feel more simple clean and a tad rustic. The kitchen is open to the living and dining areas so today I wanted to show you the rest of that space. I absolutely love how it turned out. It's clean, boho farmhouse and really a unique bespoke space... Read more
Hi Everyone. It's been a while since I posted about our Urban Farmhouse project. I finally went out to LA toward the end of last year and finished up the accessorizing and styling and shot the house for my portfolio. Now it's time to share. First up is the kitchen. I absolutely LOVE how it turned out and am more than a little jealous of my clients' space. If you recall here is the design plan from... Read more
Hi friends, it's Kate Cabiltes!I am a sucker for a charming neutral nursery and this beautifully constructed sanctuary featured on Bungalowis a true stunner. Decked out in neutrals and pops of metallics, this whimsical gender neutral spot is put together with items that can last well beyond infancy. The ever popular peacock mirror looks good in entryways and bedrooms alike and I know very few... Read more
I used to walk miles in my three-inch heels. Literally. My second year out of college, my commute to work was a two-mile walk, and back in those days I wouldn't dream of messing up my look with tennis shoes, so I just walked in the heels I was going to wear that day. Up to 4 miles. Every weekday. In heels.At some point I realized I was an idiot because: a) foot and back injuries, b) damage to... Read more
Happy New Years all, Kate Cabiltes again!There are so many looks trending in the mid century or minimalist categories nowadays that it's hard to narrow down your scheme. This vignette captured by Brooklyn photographer Nicole Franzenemulates minimalist but bold with its contrasting blacks and whites and several large statement pieces. By focusing on the idea of "less is more" but choosing... Read more
Happy New Year everyone! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. It was a fun one for us - lots of family, lots of good meals and quality time. But I have to admit that I'm ready to get back to our routine and as with years past, I am so ready to take down the holiday decorations and get our house back to normal. While spring and outside projects (painting! gardening!) are right around the... Read more
I bought a fun table for Lucy's room to go along with her love seat back when we were doing the One Room Challenge. Caning is super popular right now and I love the texture it introduces into a room. I chose the Bodega Side Table from Selamat Designs. Here it is on our original concept board. I love the way it looks here.If you haven't taken a look at Selamat'sofferings yet - so much cool stuff... Read more
Happy Holidays all, Kate Cabiltes here!As a host with holiday guests you know of certain must have guest essentials to stock the room with, but striving to outfit a room in a cozy way can make all the difference in truly making guests feel comfortable. The country home of Ashley Putman featured on Southern Living several years ago (as well as numerous other blogs and publications including Lonny)... Read more