I'm working on a new project for a client in the city and am excited to show you a little sneak peek. It's a one bedroom condo on the Upper East Side (sound schnazzy right? Funnily, my client was actually priced out of Brooklyn and ended up back in the city). Anyways, the condo has a great amount of space and my client wanted a bright airy, eclectic feel. Here are some layouts I did for her living... Read more
Layers, layers and more layers. That's what this living room is full of, and it's perfectly balanced. Sometimes layers, like accent pillows, area rugs and throws can get carried away, but not here.While this apartment features lots of texture and rustic elements, there's also a feeling of glamour with the mixed metals and high end pieces, like the accent chairs.Here's how you can get this... Read more
I have a couple of new design projects in the works having now finished up Christine and Will's condo. First off is a study for the husband of a friend. The idea is masculine and clubby without falling down the Restoration Hardware rabbit hole (which my client admits to having done in the past). It's a one room project so it's nice and easy to wrap my head around. The layout will be as per the... Read more
Back when I made my new years resolutions I mentioned trying to be more stylish as one of my primary goals. I've always enjoyed clothes and shopping but with a small house, my clothes were stuffed in Bryan and Lucy's closets and a few dresser drawers and it was impossible to know what I had, let alone figure out what to pair things with. I actually did end up hiring a stylist for a one time... Read more
Have you noticed the marble pattern trend lately? You must live under a rock if you haven't (pun intended).Here's some cool stuff with marbled patterns:1. Frame via H&M Home 2. Candle Holders via Ferm Living 3. Candle via H&M Home 4. Coffee Table via West Elm 5. Pouch via Nordstrom 6. Stationary via Anthropologie 7. Accent Pillow ModCloth Inspiration image from Bitch You're Pretty - Cori Read more
As Jess mentioned in my blog introduction, prior to joining Nest Studio I was a VP at JPMorgan Private Bank’s Art Advisory group. Without going through my whole resume, my department basically helped high net worth clients (AKA the super wealthy) through all stages of art collecting. I accompanied art experts and clients to auctions, private home visits and gallery tours. This exposure to museum... Read more
Hop on over to our shop and enter code FREESHIP to receive free shipping on your hardware orders for the month of May!- graphic by Cori Magee Read more
I just came across this mid-century modern dining room again, I've seen it several times before. But every single time I fall in love with it all over again. It looks perfectly lived in, yet super stylish.Whether you want to remodel your dining room asap to look like this, or you only like certain elements, one important thing to remember.... Don't forget to get a cute cat! DESIGN BLUEPRINT Mir... Read more
I can't help but notice the backpack trend. But I'm not talking about Jansports...I'm talking about bags for a stylish mother, college kid, working woman or all of the above...Here's some ideas:1. Nordstrom 2. Michael Kors 3. Eileen Fisher 4. Nordstrom 5. Rebecca Minkoff 6. Topshop 7. Coach Inspiration image via Eileen Fisher - Cori Read more
It's hard to believe that Lucy is turning one in less than month! I'm not sure where the time has gone! While she won't remember her first birthday, it's still fun to plan a baby birthday party - no demands for Barbie or Minecraft themes, so now is the time for me to do what I want decor wise. I decided to go with a slightly girly (but not overly frilly) garden party theme, and thanks to a little... Read more
The founder of Domaine Home has started a design studio and needless to say the designs are beautiful. This bedroom is a perfect harmony between good design and comfortable living.Unpredictable choices lead to great design. For example, the double nightstand situation and the extra long arm sconce. While you may not normally design your room this way, I can bet that you will now....DESIGN... Read more
Since Jess is out in NJ and I'm all the way here in San Francisco, I thought I'd change it up a bit for this post and write a bit about a local gem. The power of the interweb means that these days none of us has to be limited by zip code, so maybe it's time to discover something from a far-away-land.I'll try and pepper these Local Love Affair posts in from time-to-time going forward so you... Read more