Girls Room Decor

Southern Seaside Style

<center><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951880041_EG6z6-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951879998_ev6NL-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951879980_pN2KJ-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951880096_Bqiaz-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951880077_xFyZh-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951880184_dyY4n-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951880138_Z8gtD-O.jpg" /></center> These folks in South Carolina don't exactly live seaside (although according to the map, they're a heck of a lot closer than I am!) but you'd never know it from their charming home designed by Jim Strickland of <a href="http://www.historicalconcepts.com/" target="_blank">Historical Concepts</a>, photographed here by Laurey W. Glenn for a feature in <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/decorating/nautical-coastal-home-decor-00417000067142/page11.html" target="_blank">Southern Living</a>. I swear I'm hearing waves after looking at all those breezy porches! That swinging daybed?! I WANT ONE! I love all those shutters so much too, you just don't see them up here in Minnesota. We do have screened-in porches though, in fact mine is kinda like that last image. But I love how they have draperies made from waterproof sailcloth in theirs. My cute throw pillows and I could have used those during this nasty storm we had a few days ago! For more on this delightful home, head over to <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/decorating/nautical-coastal-home-decor-00417000067142/" target="_blank">Southern Living</a>! I hope you all have a fantastic weekend! :) Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog <a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a>...updated several times throughout the day! Check out <a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a> for even more color-themed shopping!

Southern Seaside Style

These folks in South Carolina don't exactly live seaside (although according to the map, they're a heck of a lot closer than I am!) but you'd never know it from their charming home designed by Jim Strickland of Historical Concepts, photographed here by Laurey W. Glenn for a feature in Southern Livin…

30Jul2010

Capri Tiberio Palace

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951005567_V6Ub2-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006752_Q5vLm-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951002784_JeFz9-XL.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006775_ofJSV-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951002807_2YWbM-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006817_oHWFZ-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006765_KDhFH-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006801_QjiEW-O.jpg" /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006788_jd3c4-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006761_Txp9R-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951006755_doFLF-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/951002731_4sBFL-O.jpg" /> <div style="text-align: left;">If only I could hop over to Capri twice in one month in real life too! Today we're back on the beautiful island, this time visiting the beautiful hotel <a href="http://www.capritiberiopalace.it/" target="_blank">Capri Tiberio Palace</a>. This chic five-star boutique hotel just received a stylish makeover by fashion designer turned architect Giampiero Panepinto. These photos taken by Giulio Oriani were recently featured in <a href="http://www.elle.fr/elle/Deco" target="_blank">Elle Decoration</a> as well as <a href="http://www.mensmentore.com/2010/06/capri-tiberio-palace-a-capri-ospitalitae-charme-hanno-uno-stile-tutto-nuovo/" target="_blank">Men’s Mentore</a>. I love how they're all touched by the turquoise reminiscent of the amazing views off the private balconies. Have any of you ever been to Capri?? It looks like an incredible place to visit! (And I wouldn't mind to spend my nights here either!) </div></div>

Capri Tiberio Palace

If only I could hop over to Capri twice in one month in real life too! Today we're back on the beautiful island, this time visiting the beautiful hotel Capri Tiberio Palace. This chic five-star boutique hotel just received a stylish makeover by fashion designer turned architect Giampiero Panepinto. …

29Jul2010

Annie Ballantine

Annie Ballantine

When I first saw this den designed by Annie Ballantine Designs (straight out of Minneapolis, yay!) I was immediately taken with the fabulous Roman shades. Not only that whimsical fabric (by Cowtan & Tout), but the curved detail and beautiful trim at the base. Of course the wall color (Benjamin Moore…

28Jul2010

Another Dreamy Sleeping Nook

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/948590780_u2Wkk-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/948590788_ercoA-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/948590805_V99xz-O.jpg" /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/948590814_nRvD3-O.jpg" /> </div>Talk about a lucky girl! Thanks to <a href="http://sweethomestyle.tumblr.com/post/861091181/via-littlemissjuicy" target="_blank">Sweet Home Style</a>, I didn't miss seeing this adorable space that <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/house-tours/marys-childhood-bedroom-house-call-107239" target="_blank">Apartment Therapy</a> featured belonging to Mary, who is now a freshman in college. When she was young she never wanted to sleep in her own bed. As a solution, her mom and aunt decided to build her this special little sleeping nook for her 8th birthday. Even though the room has a childish feel, she says she never grew out of it. Understandably Mary was recently devastated to learn her parents were selling her childhood home, but was comforted knowing that the family moving in had two little girls who were mesmerized by the beautiful and cozy room. I don't blame them...it's truly mesmerizing, isn't it? Love those floors and ceiling too!

Another Dreamy Sleeping Nook

Talk about a lucky girl! Thanks to Sweet Home Style, I didn't miss seeing this adorable space that Apartment Therapy featured belonging to Mary, who is now a freshman in college. When she was young she never wanted to sleep in her own bed. As a solution, her mom and aunt decided to build her this sp…

27Jul2010

Eastcliff Summerhouse

<center><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944950618_dEM5k-O.png" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944950707_Nbkq8-O.png" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944950785_hnrn6-O.png" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944950660_WRhbL-O.png" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944950555_TPg2h-O.png" /></center>I was delighted to find this cute cottage on <a href="http://www.sfgirlbybay.com/2010/07/22/a-room-with-a-view-2/" target="_blank">sfgirlbybay</a>! Another gem from <a href="http://www.lightlocations.com/new/locations/location_ov.asp?cat=quirkylocs&title=Quirky%20Locations&ID=ql24" target="_blank">Light Locations</a>, this little summerhouse is situated on a pond in the Isle of Wight. Ever since I was little I've wanted my own little secluded cottage in the woods, just waiting for me to escape to. This one is perfect! View more pics <a href="http://www.lightlocations.com/new/locations/location_ov.asp?cat=quirkylocs&title=Quirky%20Locations&ID=ql24" target="_blank">here</a>!

Eastcliff Summerhouse

I was delighted to find this cute cottage on sfgirlbybay! Another gem from Light Locations, this little summerhouse is situated on a pond in the Isle of Wight. Ever since I was little I've wanted my own little secluded cottage in the woods, just waiting for me to escape to. This one is perfect! View…

26Jul2010

Cheery Turquoise and Red Kitchen

<center><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082478_GDh8Q-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082456_k73c7-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082368_odTS9-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082408_XsSkA-O.jpg" /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082417_tZ2Xw-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082379_XcZLH-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082265_zPoDM-O.jpg" /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082246_WABmj-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944082214_WAMqP-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/944099038_omnED-O.jpg" /> <div style="text-align: left;"> I can't resist sharing this fun retro kitchen I spotted on <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/kitchen-tours/kitchen-tour-matt-and-blairs-sparkling-retro-kitchen-113626" target="_blank">The Kitchn</a>! The young owners of this 100 year-old home near downtown Columbus (on East Tulane Road) have spent the last two years working hard on their fixer-upper. They've done all the labor themselves, and if you go check out this <a href="http://gallery.apartmenttherapy.com/photo/the-kitchn-tulane-kitchen-tour" target="_blank">gallery</a> you'll see the dramatic difference in the before shots. I love that they chose to preserve some of the original features of the space...the sink was refinished with fresh porcelain enamel and they had the steel cabinets painted a cherry red (and a new plate made for them too!) The glass tile and walnut counters are new though, and look great in the space. In case you're wondering, the walls are painted <a href="http://www.sherwin-williams.com/do_it_yourself/paint_colors/ideas/color/SW6936_aquatint/">"Aquatint" from Sherwin-Williams</a>...don't they look fantastic paired with the red?! Head <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/kitchen-tours/kitchen-tour-matt-and-blairs-sparkling-retro-kitchen-113626" target="_blank">here</a> for more great pics and all the source info f0r the room! And with that, enjoy your weekend everyone! :) </div></center>

Cheery Turquoise and Red Kitchen

I can't resist sharing this fun retro kitchen I spotted on The Kitchn! The young owners of this 100 year-old home near downtown Columbus (on East Tulane Road) have spent the last two years working hard on their fixer-upper. They've done all the labor themselves, and if you go check out this gallery …

23Jul2010

Matteo Thun

<center><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/942972751_9t9yr-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/942972708_Qc9Wo-O.jpg" /></center>I've never seen such beautiful tile! The colors, the mix of patterns, totally out of this world...or at least the US! Featured in <a href="http://www.elle.it/elle-decor/living-arredamento-casa/semplicita-e-armonia/%28slideshow%29/" target="_blank">Elle Decoration</a>, internationally renowned Italian designer <a href="http://www.matteothun.com/" target="_blank">Matteo Thun</a> and his wife Susanne used a mix of designs, including some by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gi%C3%83%C2%B2_Ponti" target="_blank">Gio Ponti</a> to cover the entire wall of the dining room of his home in Capri. The Murano glass chandelier is extraordinary! You guys do not want to miss the rest of the home, including some of the most amazing views ever! Head <a href="http://www.elle.it/elle-decor/living-arredamento-casa/semplicita-e-armonia/thun-12" target="_blank">here</a>!

Matteo Thun

I've never seen such beautiful tile! The colors, the mix of patterns, totally out of this world...or at least the US! Featured in Elle Decoration, internationally renowned Italian designer Matteo Thun and his wife Susanne used a mix of designs, including some by Gio Ponti to cover the entire wall of…

22Jul2010

Seafoam Hideaway

<center><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/941748612_W2PfA-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/941678714_8f2fA-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/941678682_dgm47-O.jpg" /> <div style="text-align: left;"> Straight from the Hamptons, this home featured in September's issue of <a href="http://www.traditionalhome.com/" target="_blank">Traditional Home</a> sure is beautiful. Designed by <a href="http://www.kengemes.com/" target="_blank">Ken Gemes</a> and photographed by <a href="http://www.triagiovan.com/" target="_blank">Tria Giovan</a>, it was the cozy bedroom filled with seafoam (<a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/woodlandwhite">Woodland White by Benjamin Moore</a>) that caught my eye. I love the hand-blocked fabric on the draperies and shams from <a href="http://www.tylergraphic.com/TG_persian_frames.htm" target="_blank">TylerGraphic</a>, and the aqua upholstered chair and ottoman. The little window seat is so cute too! </div></center>

Seafoam Hideaway

Straight from the Hamptons, this home featured in September's issue of Traditional Home sure is beautiful. Designed by Ken Gemes and photographed by Tria Giovan, it was the cozy bedroom filled with seafoam (Woodland White by Benjamin Moore) that caught my eye. I love the hand-blocked fabric on the d…

21Jul2010

Romantic Cottage Bathroom

<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/940404396_m6rFD-O.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/940404396_m6rFD-O.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 450px; height: 617px;" /></a> I love me some rustic charm, and this cottage bathroom doesn't disappoint! The 13' peaked ceiling and exposed support structure both painted white?! Hea-ven-ly. But most of all I love that painted floor (Benjamin Moore - Stormy Monday 2112-50 semigloss). Featured in <a href="http://www.houseandhome.com/design/photo-gallery-white-cottages?photo=17" target="_blank">Canadian House and Home</a> (check out the gallery dedicated to white cottages!) this bathroom was also included in the book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0848727614?ie=UTF8&tag=thechoblu-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0848727614" target="_blank">Pottery Barn Bathrooms</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=thechoblu-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0848727614" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" />. I haven't looked through it in person, but the teaser images on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0848727614?ie=UTF8&tag=thechoblu-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0848727614" target="_blank">Amazon</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=thechoblu-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0848727614" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> were enough to make me add it to my wish list. Hello, 87 used & new from $1.48!

Romantic Cottage Bathroom

I love me some rustic charm, and this cottage bathroom doesn't disappoint! The 13' peaked ceiling and exposed support structure both painted white?! Hea-ven-ly. But most of all I love that painted floor (Benjamin Moore - Stormy Monday 2112-50 semigloss). Featured in Canadian House and Home (check o…

20Jul2010

Caldwell Flake

<center><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/938788246_34Lbt-O.jpg" /><img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/938788218_jawUx-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/938788228_gJPsX-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/938788200_vbi3Y-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/938788269_8KXHA-O.jpg" /> <img src="http://cptnrin.smugmug.com/photos/938788179_Dvosw-O.jpg" /> </center><a href="http://blueprintbliss.blogspot.com/2010/07/caldwell-flake.html" target="_blank">Blueprint Bliss</a> and <a href="http://roomremixblog.blogspot.com/2010/07/fabric-focal-point.html" target="_blank">Room Remix</a> have both recently featured some of the stunning work of Lisa Flake and Mary Ruth Caldwell, the mother/daughter team of of <a href="http://www.caldwellflake.com/" target="_blank">Caldwell Flake</a>. However there is nothing like a tour of their portfolio. So many bold vibrant rooms, so many soothing neutral spaces, ALL completely droolworthy. Part of their philosophy is to compose visual anecdotes that are all at once classic, curious and calming, which is definitely apparent in these examples. Do head over to their <a href="http://www.caldwellflake.com/" target="_blank">site</a> though, you won't be sorry!

Caldwell Flake

Blueprint Bliss and Room Remix have both recently featured some of the stunning work of Lisa Flake and Mary Ruth Caldwell, the mother/daughter team of of Caldwell Flake. However there is nothing like a tour of their portfolio. So many bold vibrant rooms, so many soothing neutral spaces, ALL complete…

19Jul2010