Monday, June 29, 2009

Painted floors

I have been noticing a fresh new take on the hardwood floor. I love this idea of painting a pattern in your hardwood floor, whatever room it may be.


This diamond patten in a long narrow hallway is a perfect solution to draw your eye down the hallway. I love how there is a no fuss element to this hallway treatment. Clean-up is easy.


Look at the dimension that this brown diagonal stripe gives this room.









I feel like this graphic pattern above would be adorable in a sunroom or playroom, with fun vibrant colors.




This picture above is from a nursery. I think this technique could really add a level of whimsy to your space.

In the July/August issue of Southern Accents, designer Janie Molster is featured and here's what she has to say about painted floors: "If prepared correctly they are very durable for high traffic. Sand the floors as if they were being refinished. My favorite paint is Benjamin Moore Alkyd Porch and Floor Enamel...if you experience wear after awhile a fresh coat will bring it back to life in one day with no sanding."
If you can take your eyes off the gorgeous fuschia and white color combo you will notice the subtle painted floor. Doesnt this technique make it look like there is actually rug?!

Check out Janie's website - she is quite talented!

Friday, June 26, 2009

This makes me happy

If this was my dressing room....i would never leave. Its flirty. Its feminine. Its lovely.


And it belongs to Aerie Lauder. Lucky her.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Henry Road

I just learned about the store Henry Road through the One Kings Lane sale today. I immediately went to their website and found all kinds of funky, fabulous furniture, fabrics, pillows, lampshades....













They even have tablecloths. How stickin' cute!?






For all the Bostonians, these goods can be found at a cute store called Twist in Cohasset or order online! Enjoy.