5 Happy Birthday To Me...

Today is my birthday.  My 30th birthday actually...

Image from Confetti Systems.  They know how to do a party.

0 Bedroom Inspiration: Neon Geometric

So I'm thinking about doing something along these lines in my bedroom on my black wall.  I think it could be really awesome.

Found from here and here. 

0 The Original Color Flags...

The Original Color Flags. Just happy.


Found thanks to Urbanic's Pinterest. 

1 I Love Architecture.

Apartment Weteringschans from I Love Architecture (yes, the name of an architecture firm) is kind of really awesome.  Why don't I have a series of yellow pendant lights in my apartment?

Found thanks to Design Milk.

0 Breadspoons...

Breadspoons from Niels Datema...you have to read the explanation here. These are awesome.

Found thanks to Bloesem.

1 Meet My Newest Advertiser: Dolan Geiman

I'm very excited to introduce my newest advertisers: Dolan Geiman.


Dolan Geiman is a nationally recognized mixed media artist creating original paintings, collages, constructions, and limited-edition reproductions. Produced from salvaged wood, found objects, and other recycled materials, Geiman's eco-friendly artwork emerges from a folk art tradition infused with a contemporary, urban style. Originally from Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Geiman currently lives and works in Chicago along with wife and business partner Ali Marie Geiman.   

I think Dolan is extremely talented, and Ali Marie has been a pleasure to work with... And can we talk about these whales!?  I'm completely in love.


See more of Dolan's work on his website, blog, and Etsy Shop.

0 Wood and Yellow Candlestick Holder

These candlestick holders from Another Country are simple, but well designed.  I like them.


Found thanks to Ink + Wit. 

3 Always Awesome Things from Bookhou

I'm such a big fan of Bookhou.  I have no idea why I never bought that first bag (which is now sold out!), but I think the little triangle pouch needs to come live with me soon. The triangles are obviously awesome, but I'm really like the lines pattern too. So many great products...

8 Apartment Updates...

We did some major cleaning and organizing at the apartment this weekend.  Doesn't it feel so good to have a clean home?  I also made a few changes and hung some new art...I still need to find a few more great pieces.  Next week...chalkboard painting the dining room table!

1 Mardi Gras!

We had a completely fantastic trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras.  It really was such a soul refreshing trip.  I so enjoyed our time with our great friends in a city that I love so much.  We had a blast, especially walking in the Societe of St. Anne (we were the real housewives of mumbai!).  It's was hard to choose my  favorite images, be sure to check out my instagram to see more...

3 Hidden Wooden Desk

Ummm...yes.

Table, desk, former door from Manoteca.  Found thanks to Moto-Mucci. 

3 Bold Black Against White Backgrounds

Love these images soooo much.

Studio Wall from Tim Balon + Barcelona, 2008 from Tim Balon.  Discovered thanks to Design for Mankind.  Ink black - original source unfortunately unknown.  Found thanks to Nena's Pinterest. 

2 Caitlin Wilson Textiles

If I were allowed to buy pillows right now, I would buy a few from Caitlin Wilson.  Love the crisp graphic designs.


Found thanks to Decor8.

1 Inspiration...

I love this place, especially that living room.

From House Magazine.  Found thanks to Simply Grove.

2 Heidi Merrick Spring Collection

Heidi Merrick Spring Collection...I will take them all.  Thanks!


Found thanks to Black Eiffel. 

1 Work of Megan Geckler

I thought this might be a good way to start our Monday: Megan Geckler's work is just happy...check out the rest of her portfolio too.


Found thanks to Black Eiffel. 

3 Good Design...

Oh...this is a very, very happy place. Happy Friday!

Robins Way House from Architectural Firm Bates and Masi. Found thanks to Blissful Blog via Aubrey Road.

1 Inspiration from Apartment Therapy

I found lots of elements of Mazen's Tailored Toronto Townhouse really inspiring.  I've always loved the idea of bookcases either behind or flanking a sofa in the living room.  I love the balance of formality and comfort. See more images from the house tour on Apartment Therapy. 

1 Makr Carry Goods

Makr Carry Goods...so I pretty much want everything they make. And the way their website is designed...that's happy too.

1 Black, White, Wood, and Leather

What a great space. Black, white, wood, leather, and light. Awesome.


From a renovation by Juliette Hohnen.  Styling by Tom Delavan and Lili Diallo. Photography by Mikkel Vang. From Brides Magazine / Domino. Found thanks to Aubrey Road.