Gorgeous and Feminine Modern Blush Bedroom

As the weather around me stays dark and dreary (and freezing cold, almost 2 straight weeks of below zero) I was inspired to put together a fun and cheerful bedroom design that is anything but drab.

To start off as an anchor to the space was this clean crisp wood bedframe.  The chunky frame and square edges give a masculine touch to a very feminine bedroom.  

This gray rug injects some pattern and a traditional element to the room.

These mod print geometric sheets anchor all of the blush and gold throw pillows.

 This rose bench with it's modern shape and sleek chair add ample seating space to lounge in this zen bedroom.

A faceted Gold Side Table adds flair to the beige upholstered chair it sits beside. 

This clear bedside lamp gives an airy feeling next to the solid wood bedframe. 

How would you like to lounge in this serene girly space?

The Best Kitchen Trends for 2018

There's nothing better than walking into a gorgeous kitchen.  It really is the heart of the home and at almost every party you attend everyone always ends up in the kitchen.  If you're planning to make some updates to your kitchen in 2018 scroll down to check out my favorite kitchen trends to try in the New Year.

#1. Green Cabinets
Deep Emeralds to Hunter Greens have been showing up on kitchen cabinets in 2017 and I don't see them going away anytime soon.

 by Studio McGee

This Large Kitchen by Studio McGee for their Vineyard Parade Home keeps the rest of the space simple with white walls, backsplash and countertops to brighten the space. 

by Studio McGee

Studio McGee does the Green Trend fabulously in this version as well. Using it on just the lower cabinets and pairing it with White upper cabinets to keep this smaller kitchen light and bright.  Pairing it with on trend black and white patterned tile keeps the vintage feeling.  

#2. Brass Hardware

At first I wasn't really on board with the brass hardware trend.  I thought it may look dated very quickly, perhaps because my own home is currently filled with old shiny brass looking door knobs that were in style in the nineties.  The more I have seen brass hardware used correctly and used it a bit myself  I've quickly grown very fond of the look.  I think it upgrades a space to look very elegant while keeping a modern feel.  It also looks good with so many different colors of cabinetry.  

by Rejuvenation

The Warm Brass tones pair beautifully with so may color cabinets from deep blue tones to warm whites and almost everything in between.   

by 29DesignStudio 

This kitchen designed by yours truly features brass cup pulls and knobs and continues the brass look into the light fixtures and counter stools.

by rejuvenation

Campaign style pulls like these ones from Rejuvenation add a refined style to any kitchen.

by schoolhouse electric

This set of brass hardware from Schoolhouse electric shows the many different profiles you can find for any style kitchen.  And if you are like me and are wary of brass hardware looking dated try a brushed or antiqued brass rather than a glossy brass,  It is much more forgiving.  

#3. Thick Square Edge Countertops

A few years ago if you had asked me what I wanted in a kitchen I would have said ogee edge marble countertops.  Now the modern profile is a square edge, and the thicker the better.  

by Atlanta Homes Magazine

This Navy Island featured in Atlanta Homes Magazine has a thicker profile countertop than the other areas of the kitchen, another trend I have seen quite a bit recently.  

by Atlanta Homes Magazine

This kitchen featured in Atlanta Homes Magazine features thick marble counter tops on modern gray wood cabinetry.  

#4. Wood and Metal Saddle Stools

 These Farmhouse style stools look great tucked under an island and add a natural element to a glossy kitchen.  

by Elements of Style

These saddle stools add variety in color and texture to this gray kitchen by Elements of Style.

by West Elm

The Alden Stool by West Elm features a natural wood finish and a 4 leg metal base perfect for a farmhouse kitchen or a glam modern space.

by AllModern

This version of the Saddle back stool by AllModern also features a natural wood finish but with U shaped legs to glide easier on any floor type. 

#5. Vintage Style Ranges

The final kitchen trend to continue into 2018 is my absolute favorite, Vintage Style Ranges.  These classic looking appliances blend into a traditional or modern home and can be found in a huge selection of colors.  

by Atlanta Homes Magazine

This Black and Gold range becomes the highlight of the kitchen against simple white cabinetry, countertops and a white herringbone backsplash. 

by Boxwood Avenue

This white version of the Vintage Style Range gives subtle detail to a monochromatic farmhouse kitchen by Boxwood Avenue. 

Are you loving these trends for 2018?  Which ones will you be trying in your renovation?

The Power of Paint: Transforming A Home with a Paint Makeover

This project from a few years ago was a renovation I helped select finishes for.  The homeowners were up for a lot of DIY-ing to transform this space into the beautiful After photos you see.  

Before moving in we put down new ceramic tile wood look flooring throughout the main living space on the first floor. Then came the painting, lots and lots of painting.  Walls, trim, railings, ceilings, nothing was off limits.  Next we added some beautiful furnishings and decor and Voila the house was transformed.  

I am nicknaming this house the U-house because there is a very large fireplace in the center of the home that created a U-shaped Main Living Area between the Kitchen & Living spaces. 

 We removed a small section of wall at the entrance of the home.  There was a very small entryway that was unusable due to it's size.  So after removal of part of the wall you then walked directly into the kitchen.  We then added built in cabinets at the entry to act as a closet space.  There was also a large pantry cabinet at the side of the fireplace.  This monstrosity closed off the kitchen from the living space quite a bit. We took out the pantry completely to allow for more sight lines from the kitchen to the living space.  

Kitchen

In the Kitchen we also updated the backsplash to white subway tile, black corian countertops, and changed out the light fixtures throughout the first floor to create a cohesive look. 

Living Room

Once the Floors and Lighting throughout the first floor were updated the only thing left to do in the Living Space was paint the trim Benjamin Moore's White Dove and all of the paneled walls were painted a soft blueish-gray. We decided on two small side tables to act as a coffee table since the space acted as walk through and to keep from looking too cluttered. 

Stairway

For the Staircase leading to the Loft we painted the handrails and treads a gloss black, and kept the risers White Dove to match the trim throughout the home.  

Master Bedroom 

In the Master Bedroom the walls were painted a deeper gray since the space could handle the moodier color with it's high white ceilings and multiple windows.  Purple bedding accentuates the cozy feeling in this space.  The vine and crystal chandelier add a more feminine touch to a masculine paint color. 

Guest Bedroom 

The Guest Bedroom was finished out in monochromatic blue tones on the walls and bedding to create a light and bright welcoming atmosphere.

And Now for some of the fun details! 

Living Room:
Tufted Chaise Sofa
Tufted Chair
Curtains
Lantern Light Fixture
Side table
Galvanized Letters
Mercury Glass Votives
Snuggle Pillow
Neutral Pillow
Metallic Pillow

Kitchen:
Subway tile
Keurig
Cabinet hardware
Windsor chair

Master Bedroom:
Bed & Dresser
Chandelier
Bed skirt
Coverlet
Duvet
Throw Pillow 1
Throw Pillow 2

Guest Bedroom:
Light Fixture
Bed Skirt
Duvet
Flagstone Quilt
Lumbar Pillow 1
Blue Throw Pillow
Lumbar Pillow