Get in the mood for Halloween, without having to say goodbye November 1st.Here's some handsome home furnishings and decor that will help you embrace a pop of color or some bold black...1. Blanket via Story North 2. Drinking Glass via CB2 3. Sofa via Hive 4. Accent Pillow via Urban Loft 5. Wall Hooks via Schoolhouse Electric 6. Measuring Spoons via World Market 7. Planter via Dot & Bo Inspiration image... Read more
In all the excitement over Jessica's new home, I wanted to take one of her inspiration images, from Damask and Dentelle, and bring it to life. This old home above has a pretty way of bringing new life to its old interior architecture.Lots of authentic wood trim, white walls and a neutral palette brings this living room up to date. There's also a great combination of inviting furniture and classic... Read more
Well, you've seen the house that we are selling and now it's time to tell you about where we are going. We are in contract on a crazy Queen Anne Victorian in South Orange. I'm saying it's crazy, because it's large and ornate and possibly a money pit but a super cool house. It's something I never thought I'd own because of it's size and because it's not a style that I would specifically peg as my... Read more
I hinted in my last post that there were big things going on over here at the Nest. Well, the major news is that we are under contract on a new-to-us (but actually very old) house in the neighboring town of South Orange (more on that later) and our house is on the market! I promise this is the last time I bombard you with photos of this house since you've now seen it staged and shot in three... Read more
Apologies for the blog silence. It's been very busy over at the Nest recently. Between work and other big developments (more on that later - but a few hints on facebook), it's been hard to find time to blog. Not to mention that when you take a hiatus it's easy to sort of forget how to blog in the first place. That said, if you follow me on any other social media, you may have noticed that the... Read more
It's Jessica Burne here with an update from the home-front. I've been meaning to write this post now for months. As I mentioned on my blog about kitchen faucets, I'm loving all things brass. I recently discovered this lamp I had hidden away in storage. It was a hand-me-down from my grandma and I kept it because I loved the size of the shape. My plan was to remove the yellowed lacquer that screamed... Read more
Sometimes, it just takes one element for a kitchen to really stand out... The rest of the design can be relatively simple. For this space above, it's that awesome herringbone backsplash! There's also a perfect contrast going on between the rough-wood furniture and modern dining chairs. All of it comes together to create a kitchen worth spending lots of time. Get this look in your home.... DESI... Read more
Great dining room design doesn't take much, as you can see with this space above. All you need is a consistent color palette, a cool pice of art, statement lighting, smart furniture and a beautiful area rug that pulls it all together. The clean white walls allow all of this to shine...Want this look? Don't over-do it, keep things simple. DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Chandelier via Schoolhouse Electric Art... Read more
One of the easiest ways to add extra seating in a small space, without adding more chairs, is with poufs. They're great for kids and adults alike.The best part is there's so many styles, you're sure to find one that fits your decor. Here's some ideas to get you started...1. CB2 2. ZGallerie 3. Dwell Studio 4. YLiving 5. West Elm 6. Lulu & Georgia 7. 55 Downing Street Inspiration image via Inspired by... Read more
Sometimes minimal design is the best design, especially in the bedroom. The more simple the design, the less distractions you have (and it's also easier to clean). The place where you rest should never be distracting or busy...This place above has all the essentials with a little bit of decor. It looks both stylish and relaxing.Get the look... DESIGN BLUEPRINT:Task Lamp via Y Lighting Art Print... Read more
Inspired by Jessica's adorable little girl, I've rounded up some beach-day essentials. Keep it simple so your trips from the car are for items that are worth it.1. Umbrella via Bed, Bath & Beyond 2. Toys via Target 3. Towel via Target 4. Portable Grill via World Market 5. Cooler via Target 6. Chair via Bed, Bath & Beyond- Cori Read more
In early May, mainstream media was buzzing about the Richard Price exhibition at the New York Frieze Art Fair. In a nut shell, the artist displayed giant size screen shots of random people’s Instagram photos. You can read more about it here.The exhibition is thought provoking on so many levels. Without delving into the complex debate on internet privacy issues, I was inspired to focus on... Read more