Bolig Magazine

I think Bolig is my new favourite website. I can't understand a word of the Danish, but I can recognise a pretty room when I see one :) It's all about white walls and fresh colour. From what I've seen so far, there's nothing I dislike. When I have the time, I plan to revist the website to absorb more.

*Images: Bolig Magazine

Origami Tiles

Aren't these Origami tiles by Lubna Chowdhary stunning? (Found via Bloesem).

Transition Wallpaper

[Images from Dezeen]

Danish textile designer, Leni Toni, blends different patterns to create wallpapers that change from one design to another. I particularly like the patterns that look slightly old and faded as they seem to blend perfectly into a more modern print.

Window love

This is the roller blind that I'd picked out for the kitchen in the flat that just wasn't meant to be. It's from John Lewis and I love the combination of colours. I'd dreamt up the whole decor to complement this blind! I'm sure it will work fine in any other kitchen, so all is not lost. (I can't install it in my current kitchen because there is no window, which one of the many reasons we have decided to move.) I just hope this blind is still available if/when we finally move!

Warm tones

[Photo credit: Apartment Therapy]

I'm craving some fun colour for my home ready for the spring and summer!

My dream kitchen

[Photograph by Patric Johansson. Found via Design is Mine]

I'd like a kitchen like this one that's a simple blank canvas allowing me to change the style every so often. With a new table cloth and different items on display it would have a whole new look. I long for a fresh, white kitchen...

Soft and natural

[Image credits: Ethanollie's Flickr]

I love the relaxed yet elegant look of these spaces and shelves.

Light and bright

[Photography by Paul Barbera. Found via Deco Fabulous]

This is my kind of space - I would love to live there! The long unit under the window with the desk at the end is perfect. It's amazing how the yellow draws your eye into the room. I'm sure the bunch of bananas was added to exaggerate this effect in the photo, but I do love the yellow partition, lamp and chair.

Space of the week: Turquoise love

[Photograph by Anitta Behrendt. Found via Decor8]

When I came across this beautiful open plan space I gasped. It's so light and airy and I love the turquoise! I used to adore this colour and wore it almost everyday and had lots of turquoise bits and pieces in my home, but for some reason I fell out of love with it. But I think I'm ready to start introducing it back into my life. It's so fresh and clean, but vibrant at the same time.

The layout of this room is almost the same as my own living space, except mine is narrower and I don't have such wonderful windows. It's spaces like the one above that remind me that I did the right thing painting my home entirely white, but it's the accents of colour that really bring it to life. I wish I'd chosen a darker sofa (mine is boring beige! but maybe I could have slipcovers made one day...) as I love the contrast of the dark against white.

Simple & slightly retro

[Image credits: Desire to Inspire]

I think this is one of the most beautiful homes I've ever seen and I might be in love... It's simple but not boring; colourful yet calm; full of interesting pieces but not cluttered. Just the perfect balance of everything. I especially like the aqua and yellow bathroom!

Once again, I find myself craving more colour for my home!

Snug

[Image credits: Snug blog and shop. Found via Here Comes the Sun]

When I saw these photos yesterday, I thought to myself, "Why didn't I think of that before?!". Aren't those the best placemats ever? I rarely find practical ones that I like, but these certainly fit the bill. I adore the cut-out tree. I can imagine it at various scales: small for hanging necklaces.. and as a really big minimalist Christmas tree! I wish a had a saw as I'd love to make some of these trees and paint them fun colours... Hmm.. maybe I could use the workshop at university.......

Miss Print

[Miss Print, found via Elle Decoration - March 2010 issue]

These stunning wallpapers and wall vinyls are handprinted by Rebecca and Yvonne Drury in their East London studio. I would love to find an special place to incorporate one of these fun patterns into my home. Their website is a feast for the eyes, and also offers cushions, lampshades and vintage furniture.

Castle and Things

[Images: Castle and Things. Found via: Les Petites Choses de Piou]

I neeeeeed some of this bedlinen and artwork by Castle to brighten up my home ready for the spring! Isn't it pretty? I'm really in love with the splashes of sunny yellow.

Space of the week: Piou's sweet home

[Images: Piou's flicker stream, found via Here Comes the Sun]

I recently discovered Les petites choses de Piou and totally fell in love with her French home. It's so fresh and happy, and I love that blue sofa! Now I think I want a navy blue sofa.. it's the perfect complement to all the wood.

Room 606, Royal Hotel Copenhagen

[Image credits: Flickr pool, Ultraswank, Smow]

Room 606 is the only hotel room with the original Arne Jacobsen décor from July 1960 when Royal Hotel Copenhagen first opened. It still functions as a normal hotel room: can you imagine waking up there one morning?! The blues and greens are so refreshing. I like the way the pictures have been hung in the simple frames and I can just imagine Arne calculating the perfect position. To me, this room is perfection.

My latest obsession...

...Graphic Textiles

Habitat double duvet £55
Habitat table runner £18
Heal's double duvet set £115
Urban Outfitters rug $34

There's something so fresh and playful about these textiles. I really need that rug.. but I should be thankful that they don't stock a home range in Urban Outfitters in England, as I'm sure I'd spend dangerous amounts of time and money in there!

Dream Dining Room

[Image source: Living etc]

I love the bold colours in this space and the way the paintings are casually propped up against the wall. It's so relaxed yet elegant!

PS. Some sweet person nominated me on the Lovelies. If you happen to be over there, feel free to leave a message to vote for me - or vote for whoever you'd like, of course! ;)

Dandelion clocks

[Images: Sanderson. Available from John Lewis]

This new line of fabric and wallpaper by Sanderson is so pretty. It's a company that I would normally associate with more traditional designs, so it was such a surprise to see this fun Lucienne Day inspired dandelion print. I'd really like one of those cushions for my bed...

Keeping it fresh

[Images Miss Vu, found via The Fabric of my Life]

I love these photos of Miss Vu's desk. She does a total makeover each month to keep her workspace inspiring. Isn't this a brilliant idea?! At the moment I work between my dining table and tiny computer desk, which isn't ideal. I'd love a cosy desk where I can settle down, without having to clear it off the table in time for dinner!

Dear Santa...

"Bobby" desk lamp: £19 Habitat
"Brattle" cushion: £34 John Lewis
Marimekko porcelain plate: £21 Twenty Twenty One
Les Oiseaux vase: £71 Ligne Roset

A few of the things that I've been dreaming about lately. Sadly I need to save my money for more "useful" things, but maybe Santa will pay me a little visit this Christmas... I've loved the vase since I set eyes on it a couple of years ago. Isn't it beautiful?!