Journal

BEFORE AND AFTER: Lisa Winig Design

We've been getting a lot of great installed shots recently from some of the designers we work with.  I can't wait to share them with you as we receive them. First up is a before and after sent to us by Lisa Winig.  A lot of people would consider this room to be pretty nice as it is:But when you look at the after photos you really realize how much the built-ins add and what a vast improvement the... Read more

ATTIC PROJECT COMPLETE

Probably about a month ago, I shared some photos of our unfinished atticwhich we were turning into a play space. Since then the progress has been fast and furious. It's actually been complete for a couple of weeks now but I've been putting on the finishing touches (and of course the kids have already christened the carpet with various bodily fluids). And I've finally gotten around the... Read more

CURATED NEST: Welcome Spring

Would it be jumping the gun to begin welcoming Spring? Whatever makes you feel good, right?Let's start adding some greenery to our interiors to brighten things up. These fun ideas are a great place to start...  1. Copper Planter via Etsy 2. Bird Feeder via Snoku 3. Cat Planter via Etsy 4. Gold Dipped Pot via Dot & Bo 5. Watering Can via Lee West Objects 6. Foldable Pots via Pizzolorusso Inspiration Image... Read more

Apartment Therapy Home Tour: Christine & Will

We are reveling in the Apartment Therapy love here at Nest Studio. Today, my clients' Hoboken condo was featured in an AT Home Tour.  Here are a few of my favorite shots (and my F-01-L hardware on their armoires).  Hop on over to check out the full tour. Read more

DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Textural Thinking

There's no such thing as too much texture in any design space.  Take a look at this living room designed by Sarah Yates from A House in the Hills.While there may seem to be an abundance of leather, wood and textiles, it's quite perfect actually. The key is to balance all of this texture with a smooth concrete floor and clean white walls.Get this look: DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Wall Mirror via CB2 Floating... Read more

CURATED NEST: Put a bird on it

So did you guys watch the Oscars? In honor of the well-deserved Birdman win for best movie, here's some ideas on how to put a bird on it....1. Chandelier via Dot & Bo 2. Gold Bird Accent via CB2 3. Bird Tray via Fine Little Day 4. Bird Feeder via Dot & Bo 5. Mug Set via ModCloth 6. Temporary Tattoo via Tattly 7. Accent Pillow via Urban Loft 8. Jumpsuit via Urban Outfitters  - Cori Read more

Stylin’ Mamma: Swing State

California, I love you, but you're giving me whiplash.  Last week it was 75 degrees and we were at the beach in cutoffs, but today it's in the low 50s and I'm shivering in my flimsy blouse.  How's a Stylin' Mamma to clothe herself under these conditions?  Make up your meteorological mind!I know, I know. I can't complain. The rest of the country is literally buried in snow and here I am getting... Read more

DESIGN BLUEPRINT:

Sometimes, simple is better. Especially when the minimal amount of furniture and lighting are all really great pieces, like in this home! This modern dining room not only features great furniture and lighting, but also does a beautiful job mixing materials. The wood, concrete and marble combine perfectly to create a serene kitchen and dining space.Get this look (I threw in a pinch of... Read more

CURATED NEST: All Things Pink

If you watched the Grammys last night, then you saw this pink number on Rihanna... Sort of made me want to find all the pink things.1. Task Lamp via PB Teen2. iPhone case via Poketo 3. Bowl via Bloomingdale's 4. Pillow via CB2 5. Accent Chair via Dot & Bo 6. Planter via Dot & Bo 7. Pouf via Bloomingdale's 8. Area Rug via AllModern 9. Sofa via AllModern Inspiration image via Refinery29- Cori Read more

The Basement Stairs: Runner Installed

Remember back in September when I installed some shelvesand made our basement stairs into a more useable storage space? Well, it's useful for sure but it's never been aesthetically pleasing..... that and the fact that the stairs in our house seem to invite people to fall, slip and slide down them. It seemed time to do something about the slippery treads. Here is what the stair looked like after... Read more

New Year Resolutions 2015

Last year I posted my new years resolutions in March.  It was a little late but I'd been thinking about them for a while. This year I'm trying to tackle them a little earlier.  Let's take a step back and see how I did in getting to my goals, most of which stemmed around work life balance.Goal Number 1: Separate home and work time.I think I've done a pretty good job of this. First and foremost in... Read more

DESIGN BLUEPRINT: Mid Century Mod

While it's one of the more popular design styles, mid century modern never tires me. However, no no matter what the design style is, if you use too many pieces the room can get boring, but not in this case...This space, from Smitten Studio, features some of the most iconic mid century modern pieces and seamlessly blends them together without being too thematic.Additionally, those clean white... Read more