Tag Archives: Bath

Mme. Lanvin

November 10, 2012

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By the time you read this I will be in Paris with my husband, Robert, celebrating his milestone birthday. Of course, we will visit our favorite Paris bathroom, that of Mme. Lanvin at Muse des Arts Decoratifs. Additionally, we are going to Maison de Verre, Pierre Chareau’s masterpiece, and the flea markets. Good meals in some famous and not so famous bistros are part of our plans, as well as exploring new streets and neighborhoods. Camera in hand, and a warm scarf around my neck, we are so looking forward to this visit.

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Black and White Baths

November 8, 2012

A well blended black and white bath with dainty wallpaper and a black and white striped rug to tie the space together.Slideshow

Black and white simply never goes out of style.  Just think about favorite black and white moments; movies like The Artist, night and day, spectator shoes, courtyards in Rome, a zebra pattern, the mosaic floors at the MET and the ‘little black’ Chanel dress. Black and white baths never go out of style either. They are like chameleons; they can be formal or casual, colorless or high contrast, elegant or understated, traditional or modern.

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Great Color in the Bath

November 7, 2012

As seen in Elle Decor, OctoberSlideshow

There is so much to like about this bath. The sink is installed on beautifully shaped metal legs with integral towel bars instead of the usual pedestal. This gives the ceramic basin a lightness that is proportionate for the narrow space. The mirrored back wall adds depth which appears to increase the size of the room. Natural light is a huge bonus and the tailored Roman shade is just the right treatment for the door; a linen fabric with a narrow stripe accentuates the verticality of the room. Brass shelves are an inspired touch, adding the idea of mixed finishes. They are practical as well, providing a place to display beautiful collections of objects and storage for elegant monogrammed towels.

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Observations: Color Everywhere!!

November 6, 2012

The idea for this post started with this cover. Pink, yellow and white blend together creating a warm and friendly environment.Slideshow

Many of the shelter magazines have been writing about mid-century modern for the past couple of years. The current issues forecast an interest in a new topic— COLOR.  From hot pink to parrot green, color is on every cover and in every room from dining chairs in red and yellow to indigo bed covers and pink headboards. I am trying to decide if this really a trend or a spring fling. Certainly, the home furnishings industry is taking some of its cues from the splashy summer fashions.

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