A Beach Cottage in Namibia, Africa - Home Tour

I was so excited when my good friend Inge Labuschagne, owner of the best frame shop in Richmond - Frame of Mind, sent me her fabulous photos! Take a peek inside her gorgeous oceanfront condo in Swakopmund, Namibia, Africa.Notice anything familiar? Yes, my blue crab and red crab paintings have made it all the way to Africa! Woo hoo ~LOVE the polka dots and stripes.... and the gorgeous mosaic tile

Where We Blog - Home Office / Favorite Cozy Spot

Thanks for sending in your photos for "Where We Blog". It is fun to get a glimpse of where you live and work. Here is the first round of lovely work spaces and home offices. Stay tuned, more to come!Emily of Emily A ClarkSarah of La Maison BohemeSarah Matthews of Monaco InteriorsPlease submit your "home office" or "favorite cozy spot to blog" by e-mailing your photo to laura.trevey@

Beautiful Living Rooms

While I was thinking about where everyone would sit in my living room for the Super Bowl, I was inspired to see where others gather, hang out, and enjoy each other's company. These living rooms are certainly inspiring with wonderful decorating ideas.bright bold and beautiful via house beautiful, bright bold and beautiful via apartment therapy, house of turquoise via gorgeous shiny things, real

Modern Elegance ~ Armonia Decors

I found Emily Ruddo, the designer behind Armonia Decors via a new blog find,Coco Pearl. Strikingly handsome interiors with bold color ~ which I love! Check out Emily's blog too.More Beautiful Living and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblr

Beautiful Home Living: Using Lemons for Decoration

When using arrangements to add a pop of color to your room, think fruit in addition to flowers. A vase of bright yellow lemons or limes will add zest and energy to your space! See Color Inspiration: Citrus for more ideas if you missed it!More Beautiful Living and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblrphotos: houzz** still time to enter the giveaway. Winner

Beautiful Home Living: Pegboards and Bulletin Boards

How are you doing with your New Year's goal to get organized? For your inspiration, a collection of bulletin boards and pegboards to keep you on track!photos: my home office, pinterest, pinterestMore Beautiful Living and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblr** Follow Bright Bold and Beautiful with bloglovin **

Beautiful Home Living: Natural Light

I love the natural light pouring into this spacious room. So many possibilities!Related posts: Color inspiration - beige stripesHome Renovation - Natural LightingBeautiful Bathrooms with natural lightphoto: pinterestMore ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblr** Follow Bright Bold and Beautiful with bloglovin to enter for a free original watercolor by Laura Trevey! The

Beautiful Living: Design Ideas for Painted Floors

If you like the look of painted floors, here are some really cool design ideas for any room. Everything from geometric shapes, stripes, diamonds and creative patterns... for your bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bath.photos: house of turquoise, elle decorMore Beautiful Living and Interior Design ideasDecorating ideas: Paint ColorsBright ideas: Using MirrorsMy Art Studio/ Home Officeand More

Best of 2010 : Mirrors and Chandeliers

If you have been reading Bright Bold and Beautiful for a while, you know my fascination with mirrors and chandeliers... glamorous and shiny, sparkling light reflecting off the crystals and stylish mirrors ... Here are some of my favorites from this year.photo credits: found in the mirrors and chandeliers postsa couple more: bright ideas ~ using mirrorsanother bright ideas ~ using mirrorsMore ways

Bright Ideas: Turner Pocock Wallpaper

If you are looking for classy and elegant, yet funky and different wallpaper, look no further. Turner Pocock is an interior design company providing the highest quality design services for residential and commercial projects, and I was thrilled when Sally introduced me to this wonderful animal print collection. They have everything from Zebras to Polar Bears. This lovely ostrich wallpaper is

Beautiful Living: Romantic Bedroom

I would feel so happy every time I stepped into this warm and romantic bedroom, wouldn't you? I am adding it to my Chandelier and Mirror inspiration files. Enjoy your Sunday...On the Hot list: Submit your favorite post of 2010More Beautiful Living and Interior Design ideasand More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblrphoto: pinterest

Beautiful Living: Colorful Headboards

LOVE this orange Kelly Wearstler imperial trellis upholstered headboard with nailhead trim! and I am definitely a fan of bright orange!A pop of blue will brighten the room! {the acrylic and polka dot bench is to die for!}Go for a bold pattern... love this green geometric design...How about an elegant yellow? So glamorous!More Beautiful Living and Interior Design ideasand More ways to follow BB&

Top 10 of 2010 Favorite Blog Posts

It's not the end of 2010 yet, but I was reflecting on some of the most popular fashion, color inspiration, bright ideas, home renovation and interior design blog posts on Bright Bold and Beautiful this year. Here are the top 10 posts {most visited by you} of 2010.1. Decorating Ideas: Paint Colors2. Art Studio / Home Office 3. Home Renovation: Paint colors4. Bright Ideas: Using Mirrors5. Bold

Beautiful Living: Accent Pillows

Sometimes a pillow is all you need to finish the look! Check out dede etsy shop for wonderful and unique handmade designs...Related : House Beautiful ~ How to Arrange PillowsHow to Punch up Plain Pillows ~ via BHG.comJaya loves Tekeko on Daily Candy ~ Strange BedfellowsThree ways to make a pillow cover ~ Martha StewartMore Beautiful Living and Interior Design ideasand More ways to follow BB&Bshop

Beautiful Living: Rustic Porches

Tis the Season! With the weather turning colder, and the crisp chill in the air, I am officially in the holiday spirit ~ how about you? photo: pinterestMore Beautiful Living and Interior Design ideasand More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblr

Beautiful Living: Chalkboards

Chalkboards are not only for the office these days. Great inspiration for your interior design ideas. Hope you are enjoying your long weekend!More Beautiful Living and Interior Designand More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblrphotos: pinterest

Beautiful Living: My Design Guide

Do you have a room that needs a little interior design help? I was thrilled when I was recently introduced to MyDesignGuide.com, a cool website that allows you to upload your room photos, have a personal consultation with your designer and within a week you have a complete custom room design ....It's so easy.And for every $100.00 purchase of my watercolor paintings, you will receive a $25.00 gift

Happy Friday and Pops of Orange

Happy Friday everyone! This has been a busy week and I am looking forward to the weekend. How about you? I love the chunky orange bangles with this neutral outfit. So relaxed and chic at the same time.And yes, this room works! Lovely rich colors... and the starburst mirror is amazing.More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * lauratrevey.comphotos: the sartorialist, decorpad

Interior Design Ideas: Comfortable Living

Everything about this room from Crate and Barrel says "comfortable". I love the cozy sofa, beautiful chairs, and fabulous rug... Also, the natural light pouring in those oversized windows is perfection! Meet you there...More Beautiful Living and more ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblrBe sure to enter the giveaway - sugar plum earringsand enter your e-mail into the

Beautiful Living : Southern Charm

I took a walk with my camera last week while in Lynchburg to capture the Southern Charm of these beautiful homes. I love the boxwoods throughout. It was a gorgeous Autumn day!More Beautiful Living and more ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * lauratrevey.com** enter this week's giveaway here **