Cottage Love #54

Afternoon, lovies!! I'm taking a much needed break from a kitchen design I'm working on. Don't get me wrong, I'm loving the process but needed a little breather from computer drawing.

Today, I'm sharing the Better Homes and Garden feature of Julianne Hough's adorable home (a.k.a Jules - my nickname too). This incredibly cozy nest is just what the doctor ordered on this frigid snowy day! It doesn't get much more inviting. And that kitchen??? GAH! If I did not have so many friends and family in New England, I'd move to southern California in a heartbeat!! 

Cottage (well sort of) #7

Emma Reddington's home looks a bit more like a Brownstone then a cottage, but I thought it was "swoon" worthy of my cottage love series! It's a approachable, casual, chic and a bit off beat. Just how I like 'em....Plus I'm loving all things with a touch of cozy sheepskin or faux fur right now (I used a bit in my photo shoot last week)..must be the Arctic freeze we're still in. All images via Canadian House and Home and via Emma's blog.

Shelter Loves 11.5.12

1. Shelter loves NYC and the surrounding areas who have been hard hit by Sandy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! I also love fabulous ladies like MacKenzie from Design Darling who are donating a % of their site proceeds to the Red Cross. 
2. It's getting burrrrrrr chilly up here in Boston. I love relaxing by a grand fireplace and cozy room this time of year. The built in window seats are def. a plus in this space. I proposed the same concept to a client a while back!!
3. Pottery Barn kids Sherpa bean bags. I popped into the store this weekend, it looked so cute with warm faux fur everywhere. I think one of my little ones will be receiving one of these from Santa.
4. Elin Kling's gorgeous waves. Hmmm I want my hair to look like this!! I think I may need to invest in either a barrel curler or rollers! Thoughts?? All I know is it needs to be an efficient method, I never have much time to fuss with my hair in the am.
5. Camel boots. I'm obsessed with how versatile they are! These are from Chloe and Lucky Brand.

cozy down

It's the kind of day that I don't want to get out of bed. I could lounge around the house catching up on my magazine reading in front of a roaring fire with homemade cookies and tea all day.That's not the case but I wish it was!! I'm with 1/3 of the country experiencing Sandy. Safe wishes to everyone! My fingers are crossed that we don't lose power! No school, two kids and 0 power = a LONG day!! I''m off to paint my piece of charity furniture, hoping I can keep my cabin fever in check! Have a safe and cozy day.

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cozy down

It's getting chilly round' here in the a.m.. A sure sign that it's time to "cozy" down your house. My favorite aspect of design? Is the art of layering. Layering is what creates that "this room looks amazing" moment. Try layering (real or faux) animal print blankets and sheep skins over your sofa, chairs and bed for a layered, comfy, warm hangout spot!

Your furry friend will love you for it too!

Cottage Chic in Woodstock, VT.

Having just returned from a much needed girl's weekend away outside of Woodstock Vermont, I was excited to read about the adorable Vermont cottage of restaurateurs Deirdre Heekin and Caleb Barber's. The owners of this Italian lifestyle inspired home live in Vermont and operate Pane e Salute, a seven table restaurant and wine bar located in Woodstock. I love the unexpected, casual mix of color, texture, artwork and objects!

The couple's creative work space!

This brightly covered duvet throws this brown and white room off a bit. Love it.

The couple turned a potting shed into a guest house.

What's better then dining al fresco with friends and family?

 Images: House Beautiful

Cozy Up

This welcoming home beautifully balances classic and modern elements. The owner, who is also a designer, wasn't afraid of larger scaled furniture and lighting. I would love to have just ONE of those cozy fireplaces right now! It 's been feeling like mid-January!! The weather in Glasgow, Scotland {where this home is located} is pretty in line with our weather in Boston this time of the year!

Images: British Homes and Gardens