4.13.2010

Coles Notes: Lonny #4

I think Lonny keeps getting better. Their latest "eco" issue had some great items and ideas that I will surely keep on file, but if I must narrow my favourites down, here are The Beautiful Shelter's notable mentions from the latest Lonny Mag:

1. First things first. Let's forget about decorating and just say that this is one beautiful shoe. Made by Kaight.


2. Sometimes I feel like a spokesperson for Restoration Hardware. I seem to spot their pieces from a mile away and I love their unfinished wood/European designs. In fact, if you've ever had a class with me, you've probably noticed that 70% of my furniture/accessory selections have come from RH. While it may look like I'm lacking a bit of creativity, it's really just a case of me LOVING their stuff.

Like this. How adorable.


3. The idea of multifunctional stools/side tables is ideal for so many spaces, and I love Lonny's recommendation. It's a papier mache stool from Green with Glamour.

...and an inexpensive alternative to the amazing Porada options available:


4. The tufting and ruching trend that has quickly grown is one of my favourites. I see this white pin-tucked West Elm duvet cover replacing my very tired one in the not-so-far-off future.


5. This Colbalt dining table by the Cisco Brothers is like an invitation to large gatherings with food, wine and great friends. Loving its versatility.
Just picture it paired up with these incredible Bo chairs (also by Cisco Brothers)
or these fun Wrap dining chairs by West Elm.

6. This piece stood out to me because there's nothing more relaxing on a summer afternoon then laying in a hammock (and if you're like me, taking a nap...). Lonny chose this Novica hammock because "The Rainforest Site will preserve 6,870 sq. ft. of land for each 'Atlantis' Hammock purchased." I thought that phrasing the environmental benefit in square feet was a great way to give it context.

7. What can I say, I love a white kitchen. Even though the modern style and open shelving is not something I'd want for myself, I love how they've given a functional kitchen a farmhouse feel.


8. I thought this was one of the sweetest rooms in the magazine. Is there anything cuter than watching a baby discover their own reflection?


9. I thought this bench was amazing. This is the perfect application for a fabric that is highly detailed (or too expensive) to do on a large piece. Love, love, love it.


10. Within less than a month of posting about this amazing Woods wallpaper, it shows up in Lonny. So of course, it is a favourite of mine too.

Also, a big congratulations to all of the interior design and decorating graduates out there!

Photographs taken from Lonny Magazine, corresponding websites and Elements of Style.

4.12.2010

227 Reasons to Love Monday


It's back! Lonny's 4th issue was released this morning! At a whooping 227 pages, I am bound to find at least 10 things that I love.....so I will be back with those later!

Happy Monday!

4.07.2010

Slightly Sidetracked...

I'm cheating a bit with this post and using it for personal recruiting...if I may be so direct. I'm hoping that there's someone out there who can offer advice, information or ideas for a french adventure!

Ever since visiting France in 2008, I have been dreaming of return visits. More specifically, LONG return visits; a chance to live the European lifestyle for a few months. This is where you come in...

I've done a little research on short-term Visas, interning for designers or decorators, etc but I would love to hear from any of you who might have advice.


I'm open to any great city on France (not JUST Paris), and ideally I'd like to work on something interior design- or decorating-related while I'm there.

I realize this is a bit of a stretch and I promise The Beautiful Shelter won't become a classifieds blog! If you have any information, please just write a short comment with your email address (don't worry, I won't publish your address) and I will be in touch.

Thanks in advance!
Jenna
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