Beachside living with a contemporary vibe. A touch of ethnic chic, lots of warm natural materials against clean whites. Crisp and fresh like the sea air. No seaside cottage cliche here. Hand crafted materials, found objects, organic elements. The perfect retreat. Beth Dillard of Notre Maison in Rosemary Beach, Florida.

P.S. Check out her blog too.

Dramatic volumes, softened by curves, spaces that seem to float on air, spectacular views matched by privacy and intimacy. Energy and luxury. A relaxed ambiance built with high end finishes. A dream space with dream views. An amazing multi level house perched on the side of Lion’s Head in Cape Town, South Africa. By SAOTA – Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects and interior design by OKHA Interiors.

A foundation is laid with textures and patterns. Colour and metallic accents take it up a notch. Vibrancy and a youthful energy lift it even further. It’s sophisticated and elegant and fun. Love the work of interior designers Massucco Warner Miller. A fabulous living room first up and a few more rooms I just had to share. (Original post on Massucco Warner Miller here.)

Like night and day. Black and white. Inside and out. Front and back. Old and new. Victorian era house and modern extension for sale in Richmond, Melbourne. The dark moody spaces appeal while I think it may be the lighting that leaves me a little cold in the open plan kitchen and family room. Do you see the must have “I’ve made it!” Australian house accessory? It’s the outdoor kitchen. We’re crazy for them here. Link here while it lasts.

In other exciting news my new online store Faded Empire will be live tomorrow (or tonight if I can iron out the last bugs…rewind please… no bugs honestly… just last minute checking). Hop on over and take a look. We have so many more exciting pieces coming in the next few weeks. Jewellery, decor, clothing and furniture are still to be added. My good friend Kerrie and I hope to bring to our Australian audience little treasures from around the world.

That’s the good news. The bad news is that I returned to my government day job today. My how those 6 months flew by! Blogging, online store and day job. I’m a busy girl!