Summer of Love

So....  I've obviously been absent for a little while.  I've been taking a haitus because of this little bundle of love who arrive June 7th:

Elsie Anna Ward

I have worked on a few projects around my house while I was on "leave" as well.  My husband did most of the work in painting our kitchen cabinets after we got our new floors laid.

This is my latest masterpeice: Our gallery wall.  Something every family should have!

Family Gallery Wall

Now it's august and I'm easing back into work.  So thankful to my clients for being flexible with me!

Color Spot

One of my latest projects was designing a multi-purpose sunroom.  This room functioned as a homework/play room for the kids and a home office.  The owner is a big collector of art and loves bright cheery colors.  Check out how we were able to include everything on her list of needs and wants:

Custom Bench Cushion to coordinate with custom loveseat

Photos by Rebecca Ward

Spring Colors

Spring is definitely starting to bud here in California.  The warmer temperatures makes everyone start thinking about new projects, change and bringing a little life back to their homes.  I was inspired but Yolo Colorhouse Paint's Trend colors they put together.

Turquoise is always a standard favorite but pairing it with some crisp white, warm melon and refreshing green creates a beautiful palette.

What colors are you looking forward to using this spring?

Inspire: 2013

Happy New Year!! As per tradition for four years now, I have created my inspiration board for the year of 2013:

You can take a look at past years here.  If you feel so inspired, I would love to see your own inspirations for 2013.  Feel free to post a link to yours in the comments or on my facebook page.

2013 Pantone Color of the Year Is...

And now the moment we've all been waiting for!  Pantone has announced that the 2013 color of the year will be Emerald!

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This beautiful green is easily paired with other jewel tone.  It has a hint of blue and Pantone has shown some great color ideas pairing it with periwinkles and ocean blues.

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I know green is not for everyone.  Does it work for you?  May this green is a forshadow that there will be more green in our wallets??  Let's hope so!  Go green!

Images via Pantone

Biomimicry and Design

What is Biomimicry?  It's the observation of nature's structure and method and implementing it in man made designs and materials.  I was sent the link to this interesting video on Biomimicry from my Interface flooring rep.  I thought it was worth sharing:


What is Bomimicry? video link

Old With The New

Today you will find me over at IAMTHELAB with my guest post on incorporating vintage items with your design.  I met Brett Torrey from IAMTHELAB during our #IntDesignerChat on Twitter, which takes place every Tuesday.  I was happy to write for his readers and have been enjoying his posts as well all about handmade.  

I am also honored to be a part of his style council! 

Now, Go read my post here!  Here is a peek at one of the images....