Happy New Year

Happy New Year and May all your dreams come true!antique bar tray from Pottery BarnBe sure to meet back here on Monday for a fabulous giveaway from Pottery Barn. You won't want to miss it, believe me!2010 In Review ~ Best of Blogs of 2010Top 10 of 2010 Blog Posts on Bright Bold and Beautifuland more Best of 2010 posts... See you next year!More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter *

Design Ideas - Special Fireplace

I ran across this sculpture installation that really caught my eye.  A really simple fireplace wall composition with one spectacular piece of art.  The glass wheat sculpture is designed by Canlis Glass out of Seattle, Washington.  Check it out.

Simple composition of the fireplace wall.  A contemporary fire box and open display niche sit side by side.  Wheat sculpture centered above.

Lighting is important here as it really emphasizes the overall texture of the glass.

The stems of glass are set into the base of the sculpture; which in this case also serves as the fireplace mantel.

I don't want to know how much this costs.

I would imagine that this unique glass sculpture is cost prohibitive.  But the idea of the fireplace wall can be borrowed.  Keep the composition very simple.  No need for a fancy fireplace surround with expensive stone and and an ornate mantel.  Instead just place one interesting piece of art above.  Beautiful idea.

Without A Hitch

My 'unofficial' school reunion went as planned.It was a small group of us, just about 35 or 40.The Island gang.Me - 2nd. from the leftThis is only a small portion.It was a lovely event held in the most appropriate place imaginable for this gifted group.Most of the gang learned to sail right here at the above yacht club.This is where the party was.It was at night, and it was beautiful.You could

A Personal Message and Inspiration for 2011

Have you ever felt like you belonged on the "island of misfit toys"? Well, I have... I was at dinner last night with two great friends, and they were telling me about the high-school reunion that I recently missed. The truth is, I actually went to one school from 1st-9th, another for 10th and 11th, and we moved to a different city for my Senior year, thus a third school. So, which school class

Watercolors by Laura Trevey 50% off Sale - 2 days left

Help me reach my goal of 1000 sales by the end of the year... What's in it for you? Well, a lot!You receive 50% off every item or items in my Etsy shop until December 31st. {Last sale until July 2011}. Below are some examples of original paintings and prints. These make wonderful Valentines Day, Birthday, and any time gifts... Everything from custom home paintings to sweet note cards for just

Un Paseo Hogar Moderno Ecléctico

¿A quién no le gusta viajar de una casa fresca? Echa un vistazo a estas imágenes fabulosas de una hermosa casa ecléctica en Londres fotografiado por la agencia de primera opción. Aparte de la tarea hermosa que hizo fotografiar este espacio agradable, es bastante claro que este no es su hogar típico cortador de galletas! La familia ha personalizar cada espacio con un ambiente diferente y el concepto del color de su propio. Siga con nosotros mientras caminamos a través de ...

Este plan de espacio abierto que combina cocina, sala y comedor espacio mantiene todas estas áreas separadas pero que estén situados a la perfección. Es importante respetar todas las funciones en un espacio grande y abierto por lo que es y deje que se hacen de la propia declaración.

La luz superior contador gris y gabinetes sutilmente introducir importancia al espacio dejando tu ojo te llevará a través de todo el espacio a un ritmo agradable.

Además, al colgar un espejo antiguo enorme en la pared del fondo, crearon un centro de coordinación en un rincón desnudo para inesperado encanto y el color que refleja la pared con un acento que los lazos de la sala de juntas muy bien.

This exciting dining space is rich with pops of vibrant color and and an unusual chandelier resembling ceiling strung light bulbs. Definitely a conversation starter, which is a nice element in a dining space!

El salón mantiene el mismo esquema de color, pero tiene un aire más calma al respecto que el área de comedor, mientras que poseen la sofisticación lúdico misma. Ataron los espacios junto con elementos en tonos rojos en el arte, telas, flores frescas y objetos prácticos que lo hacen sentir vivido y personalizado!

The white walls serve the wonderful purpose of allowing the objects displayed to do the story-telling. Things collected from travels and sparingly planted around the house will add charm to your home and invite trips down memory lane…

Este color azul pizarra acento hace maravillas para la pared de la chimenea, que es naturalmente un centro de coordinación y armonía en coordinación con los acentos más gris y rojo en la habitación.

La acumulación de nichos en la pared agregar la dimensión a la arquitectura y la pintura blanca que, poco a poco se rompe el ojo de la pared de acento y te lleva de vuelta al color de la pared por defecto.

Este moderno cuarto de baño tenía mucho carácter, porque los accesorios de color rojo emergente contra la oscuridad del azulejo sofisticados gris y un tono festoneado romano más tradicional añade un bonito contraste a este espacio de otra manera lineal.

Una vez más, las flores frescas que cualquier espacio cobran vida!

Aunque se trata claramente de habitación de una niña, la impresión Jacquard fondos de escritorio de color de rosa hace que sea de transición para un más maduro pero mira divertido cuando ella está lista para la siguiente fase de su vida.

El papel pintado es una gran manera de calentar y vestir a una pequeña habitación de invitados de base.

Este cabecero dormitorio principal es sustancial y equilibrado por los rincones a cada lado de la cama, que son adiciones a la decoración hecha a la medida en mesillas de noche! Tan inteligente ...

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Luxury Aquatic Bathroom Tile

If you you have the personality maybe this Aquatic Bathroom Tile Design by Franco Pecchioli Firenze will catch your desire, it’s color that dominated by dark “aquatic” green will give you a super catchy bathroom for your personality. it deluxe detailing and incredible quality materials ensure this luxury bathroom is once seen, never forgotten. Have this design at your place and experience as the king of the sea.

If you have the personality you should have this kind of Aquatic Bathroom Tile for your bathroom.

Luxury Bathroom Ideas in Minimum Space

Luxury Bathroom Ideas

Following bathroom designed with luxury and modern style, using every space available to the maximum extent possible. See the selection of equipment and modern furniture of the bathroom also has a high enough grade class too, this Luxury Bathroom Ideas I pick it from evalindh.

Bedroom Shelving Books Plus, The Dream Book Lice

For the enthusiast books, has a bedroom plus a shelf of books such as the design above is a dream come true.

Shape design of the rooms are designed with bright colors and filled with glass windows so the room does not really lack of lighting is very appropriate for reading, it would be fitting if coupled with two lounge chairs for you and your partner or reading table for your reading.

Bright Ideas: Creative Work Spaces and Organizing Tips

With the coming of a New Year, I am always inspired to clear out the clutter, and organize! Just remember this tip: There is a place for everything. Create your own work space filled with character and imagination, the sky is the limit...What are your organizing tips?Hey ~ I have this same IKEA trestle desk in my art studio! I love the cups full of pens and pencils...Organizing Tips : Home

I could stay in bed....

But I must suit up and show up at work....This is exactly the kind of bed suits my mood today.Bethany::She actually looks like this,and dresses like this.But she stands upright at all or meeting.....promiseMy dear sweet client whom we shall call Bethanyis anxiously waiting the installation of her NEW home.Which will take place part of this week and most of next.We are all excited.It is going to

Color Inspiration: Beige Stripes

This is such a cozy spot with the natural light pouring in... I love the beige stripes with the blue and green wallpaper... very soothing... and check out the gorgeous lantern too! Related: Decorating ideas ~ Neutral Living RoomMore color inspiration and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblrphoto: decorpad

Watercolors by Laura Trevey Giveaway

** Update: Shari, you won! Congrats **The last Monday Giveaway for 2010 is a $40.00 gift certificate towards the purchase of any item or items in my Etsy shop - Watercolors by Laura Trevey. {includes prints and original paintings} In addition to the giveaway, check out the 50% off SALE going on now ~ until December 31, 2010Please Read Instructions BelowBest selling watercolor print ~ Chesapeake

WOW!!!!!!

  Thank You!!!!   A huge, huge thank you to all who so kindly donated to the Woodbourne Christmas Wish List.   Together, bloggers and readers raised over $10,000.00!!  Last year we raised over $6,000, so this year’s increase is all the more special given the poor economic climate.  Thank you, again, for opening your hearts and wallets.       To read about Woodbourne or to donate, please go

WOW!!!!!!

  Thank You!!!!   A huge, huge thank you to all who so kindly donated to the Woodbourne Christmas Wish List.   Together, bloggers and readers raised over $10,000.00!!  Last year we raised over $6,000, so this year’s increase is all the more special given the poor economic climate.  Thank you, again, for opening your hearts and wallets.       To read about Woodbourne or to donate, please go

Larson Brenner Design to be Featured in New Book

An In-Law Apartment I designed a few years ago is to be featured in an upcoming book by Michael Litchfield.  The book is called in-laws, outlaws and granny flats; and is slated to be available in bookstores and online by late February / early March.

the book can be pre-ordered at the taunton store - in-laws-outlaws-and-granny-flats

The book features a number of case studies that illustrate ways in which homeowners are creating in-law suites.  In our case study - called "Billys Place" we converted an existing garage attic space into a beautiful live able one room studio for Grandpa.

We used the volumes created by the shape of the roof and dormers to zone distinct spaces within.

The living, sitting and entry zones lie underneath the main gable.

The kitchen zone is carved into the northern dormer.

The bed zone lies within the southern dormer.

We at Simply Elegant Home Designs have created a couple of Garage / Studio Apartment designs inspired by "Billys Place".  If interested you can check them out with the links below:

Minnetonka Garage Apartment

Marine Garage Apartment

Monday Inspiration

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." Mark TwainMore Monday Inspiration and and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblrphoto: pinterest

Cool Quotes on Canvas

Need a little inspiration for 2011? How about these Live Laugh Love art prints? Cool Quotes on Canvas offers bright and colorful illustrations for your home office or any room to provide inspiration throughout the New Year.Giclee prints on gallery wrapped canvas. Measurements are 17" by 24" by 1.50"Canvas is wrapped around a 1.50" wood frame with image or black wrap on the sides.What is a

Poly Stackable Chairs by Bonaldo

It's almost 2011, and you know what that means. Time to update and get organized! Bring in the New year with these sleek and modern poly stackable chairs by Bonaldo from Spacify.More organization blog posts and Home office postsMore ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblr

Modern Home with Uncommon Perspectives: Window to the World

Modern Home with Uncommon Perspectives

Window to the World is a spectacular residence designed by John Sanderson Architects and built by Martin Rowley from Global Spaces. Here is the official project description we received:” Waking up to spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay every morning was the exciting offer for this home location, and John Sanderson, of John Sanderson Architects, reveled in the challenge of designing a new home that welcomed the natural environment inside, but was practical in function to create a homely living experience. For environmental and practical reasons John Sanderson retained a substantial amount of the existing two storey structure, but rearranged living areas. The spectacular views determined the main living areas, including an external deck and the Master Bedroom which were located on the upper levels, with the lower levels accommodating three bedrooms, a billiard room and informal living areas. Architectural add-ons such as specially designed sunscreens were chosen to assist the thermal performance of the building in the summer months.


The rear north wall is entirely high performance Viridian glass in large 2.4 meter high and 2.5 meter wide sliding panel windows to reveal the spectacular views. John considers his new home the definition of comfort and durability that honors and respects the beautiful bay environment.“Since the owners moved in, the home has withstood the extremes of the environment, from the dramatic wind and rain of the escarpment to the glare of the sun and water and the heat of the summer,” said John. “All the while they’ve enjoyed a comfortable home with beautiful views, saved on energy bills and they haven’t once had to wear sunnies inside.”(Images by Bonnie Savage Photography)