Light and Bright

This is the home of the owner of Sukha in Amsterdam. She has a gorgeous shop that features much of what she shows in her home. Chunky knits, cotton and pale beautiful wood are shown in every room. So dreamy and casual, I just love it. This is a style of home I could live in....super easy, clean lines and natural fabrics. Typically Nordic and modern in the taste level but with a warmth and comfort that is so appealing.

I can see my own ceramics in a home like this with the organic materials and feeling of the line fitting in so well with this look. Hope you had a lovely weekend!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux     

via: The Style Files

Retreat in the Orchards and Vines

This amazing and beautiful home sits between Orchards on one side and vineyards on the other.  Originally three cottages dating back to the 1890's, Orchard Keepers as it is called,  has been lovingly restored into a beautiful four bedroom home that is for rent. Situated in South Victoria..that would be in Australia...this stylish house has got it so right in the decor and design..wow! So many things to love here..Simple, cozy, neutral tones, natural fabrics and textures..check, check check..Love the picture with the book pages and the wonderful wood throughout. Check out this other gorgeous home in Australia...Hope you are having a great weekend!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux     

via: Est Magazine

Fashion and Decor

 

 It seems to me that the clothes I like best are very often a reflection of the houses I love. They are all neutral tone, kinda loose and comfy and, more often than not, have a shot of blue for good measure. I love grey, white and camel together and homes that have those tones really speak to me. I don't actually wear a lot of denim or have any in my home but I like what denim represents....a relaxed mood and natural fabrics. I am really finding there are some great fashions this fall so it should be fun dressing for the season. I am still hanging onto the summer mood but am getting more ready to pull out some sweaters after writing this post!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux     

via: Pinterest

Soft Shades

This beautiful home of designer Mary McDonald is all done in shades of grey, taupe and white..lovely neutrals with a hint of pale colour...seems I am doing a lot of these types of homes lately...but I am suddenly very attracted to the pastels amongst the neutrals. I find it is a very easy and comfortable way to add colour to a home. She has added such great stripes everywhere and check out that chevron tile floor! What an amazing way to add interest to the room! It just goes so well with the other patterns in the room...and Mary really knows how to mix patterns as you can see by the other rooms in the house. The look and feel of the home  really extends to the outdoors as well. House Beautiful always has great inspiring spaces to share..

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

California Star

This home is owned by Ellen DeGeneres and it is really a place fit for a star. First the location is nothing short of spectacular! Look at those views! Ellen is known for buying homes redecorating and then selling them and I have seen many of her homes in decor magazines so she and her talented decorators obviously make a great team. (I think that is what it takes for a fantastic outcome in a home, you and your client working at it together!). So many things to love about this California home...for one the clear ping pong table that looks out onto a wonderful interior courtyard with a pool. I also like the room below with the wooden table and the wicker chairs..a lovely romantic space..

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux   

via: Architectural Digest

Cottage Renovation

This 150 year old cottage in Georgia, located on the river, has been completely renovated to showcase some of its original features. The ceilings throughout the home were opened up to reveal rustic beams and French doors open the home up to bring in the outdoors. The home is rather traditional in style but still has some inventive and unusual touches that keep it fun and interesting as well as a little bit rustic. All the rooms are done up in white, neutral and golden tones to keep the flow throughout the home.  I really love the brick covered patio area which would be perfect for warm summer evenings!

Enjoy,

Trudy

xx

Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux   

Handmade Home

After searching for the perfect country home and not finding anything to their liking, this couple decided to build their own. Despite not having any experience they bought the land and then proceeded to build the country home of their dreams. Filled with items they made or found vintage pieces this home is one they created together and they say they could not be happier with the results.....It is true it looks very welcoming and looks like a true family home! Love the green accents used throughout the rooms....

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx 

via: Country Living

Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux 

Black and White Industrial

This black and white industrial space is put together exactly the way I would want to see a more modern home. A mix of very neutral tones with a few pops of great color. White ceiling and floors except in the bedroom where a black ceiling gives a bit of cozy where you want it. The bright yellow chair and cart are just the perfect little addition and so is the worn leather chair in the living room. 

The posters on the wall and the cute pillow on the chair make a statement...literally...how fun is that? Great mix of old and new don't you think?

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

 Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux 

via: Residence

Victorian Home Love

Where to begin talking about this amazing house? A renovated Victorian in San Francisco, this house is traditional, quirky, vintage and sophisticated all rolled into one. In the first picture there are so many things to look at! A stuffed peacock (really?), a bird under a cloche, a vintage clock and that is just the beginning! In the kitchen check out the custom hood (oh so gorgeous), the vintage stove and the new, yes new, fridge that looks vintage. The dining room has more antiques and vintage finds layered upon layer with the mirror and the statue and cool vintage bottles...oh I could go on. Did I mention the floor in the bathroom and kitchen? So great.

Take a look HERE for another wonderful Victorian home in San Francisco and HERE for one of your favorite Victorians that I featured..

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

 Linking with: Savvy Southern Style, No Minimalist Here, Timewashed, The 36th Avenue, A Delightsome Life, From My Front Porch to Yours, Shabby Art Boutique, French Country Cottage, Rooted in Thyme, Common Ground-Do, My Romantic Home, The Dedicated House, Mod Vintage Life, The Charm of Home, Redoux, A Stroll Through Life

via: Country Living

Rustic Retreat

This gorgeous space is not a home but a luxury bootcamp called The Ranch! Thanks to Est Magazine, we get a sneak peek inside these wonderful, calm and peaceful rooms....which I think you would need after being out all day doing four or five hours of group hikes, daily yoga sessions and core and ab work. 

A bit if luxury with a rustic feeling, I think this is a place I could actually enjoy a week of detox!

Enjoy!

Trudy

xx

Linking with: Jennifer Rizzo