Displaying posts from November, 2020

“Traditional architectural details are blended with the contemporary to create a cohesive home for the modern family. WPD blended a neutral foundation with pops of color to enhance the home’s finishes and create depth. Beautiful fabrics mix well with slick metals and warm woods in this eclectic residence.”

Beautiful, functional and soooooo much storage in this stylish renovation. A fabulous family home by Indianapolis based Whittney Parkinson Design.

Back in 2018 I was sent a copy of designer Amanda Lindroth‘s book Island Hopping and was mesmerized by her tropical, breezy, timeless style. I stumbled up on her website again the other day and continue to be smitten. With winter coming and the thought of missing out on yet another trip to Mexico, I can use all the tropical inspiration I can get.

This apartment in Taiwan is so bright and playful – perfect for a family! With a three-sided square, “ㄇ” shape layout, the general space of the home is split into two by the central iron staircase. We reconfigured the storage cabinets and room to create an extended vertical flush plane, using hidden door panels for a crisp and neater look. The foyer, extending all the way into the kitchen, is laid with kiln-fired bricks matching the shade of the hidden uniform door panels along the side, adding a touch of playfulness to the foyer’s narrow and long layout. The lounge area and adjacent balcony at the other end are a haven for privacy and relaxation…The open racks are ideal for the missus to keep her large collection of books on display. A gourmet paradise and a wellspring of inspiration, the kitchen island is the center stage where the missus channels her culinary passion and crafts her writing, its open-space design making it easy to check on the child. On the upper floor, fixed partitions were done away with in favor of flexible sliding doors between the kid’s bedroom and game room. Ample sunlight adds warmth to the minimalist Scandinavian palette and brings passion to the rustic Japanese esthetic. By HAO Design.

I’m thankful that restaurants are open again here in Ottawa (except if you’re a family/group of 5, stay home as only tables of 4 allowed) despite our COVID numbers being high (78 new cases yesterday and 3 deaths). I spotted this restaurant called Apollonia in the portfolio of NYC based Space Exploration that opened last year in Williamsburg though google tells me it’s now permanently closed. Not sure if that was due the the pandemic but it’s so heartbreaking to see the effects of it on small businesses. Anyhoo, it was a beauty while it was around. Simple and classic, and I love the repetition of circles and arches.

It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. CULTIVER flagship boutique by Phoebe Nichol.