[a little piece of mexico]

Another day, another mexican restaurant opening. They are popping up everywhere!  Mexican fare is on trend in the kitchen and so too is it's colourful textiles and furniture for the home.

It's a style that is celebrated through indigenous embroidery, richly coloured walls and ornaments such as crosses, winged hearts and brightly painted Day of the Dead folk art.  In the modern home, these bold additions are used sparingly alongside crisp white walls and rustic timbers.

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And these gems are my picks for adding a little taste of Mexico in your home.

Jai Vasicek Medium Cross

Ahoy Trader, $150  

 Mexican Suzani Bedspread

Table Tonic, $399

Mayan Hammock (Double)

Little Tienda, $183.20

Acapulco Chair Replica

Milan Direct - ON SALE $79!

Jx

[a new look for the humble garage door]

If you're like me, you have a little folder on your desktop (or a board on Pinterest) entitled "Dream Home" filled with beautifully styled bedrooms and amazing bathroom finishes.

Well in my little folder, I've noticed I've collected quite a few examples of glass panelled sectional doors that have made their way from the humble garage into people's living rooms and bedrooms.

It has the ability to give any space an industrial edge and is such a practical solution to integrate indoor and outdoor living.

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Do we like?
I would love to know if you have this in your home or if like me, it's in your "Dream Home" folder.
Jx

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[romantic interiors]

Valentine's day is here again. Regardless of whether you're currently flying solo or all loved up, everyone needs a little Home Love in their life.

These darling interiors are sweet, comforting and make you want to sigh just a little.

Think soft colour palettes with fresh whites and hints of pastels, beautiful chandeliers and venetian mirrors, teeny splashes of gold, silver, copper and effortless layering of textiles adding a touch of whimsy.

So without further ado, here are my favourite romantic interiors (minus the bombardment of cupids and of love-hearts).

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Ok, maybe just one love heart.

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Happy Valentine's Day everyone!

Jx

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[ombre interiors]

Ombre has grown in popularity over the last couple of years and is set to continue trending in 2014.  The soft gradation of colour seen in dip-dyed curtains, wallpaper and wall finishes can add an unexpected element of fun, vibrancy and depth to a space.

Here are some fantastic examples of just how versatile this trend can be.

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If you're not quite ready to cover your stairs in this current trend, here's a few little ideas to subtly introduce ombre to your home with less permanency and on a budget.

Sort your books into colours, ordering them according to their tonal value.

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Paint a little timber stool or chair in gradated colour.

There's a fantastic tutorial on how to create this at home over here.

Accessorise! This lovely rug from West Elm is a more muted interpretation of the ombre trend.

Pattern + Ombre = Fun!
Hot Springs Ombre Cushion by Xavier & Me

The Design Farm GLOH vessels

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[beautiful "east meets west" design]

Happy Chinese New Year!

This calls for a little stickybeak at some beautiful "east meets west" style interiors.

Enjoy!

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Tranquil, balanced, effortless.

Jx

[converted factory in amsterdam]

I could not be more in love with the kitchen!

The beautiful oversized chandelier creates the ultimate statement against the rusticy goodness of the exposed bricks.  The wall of windows overlooking the private courtyard and the long flues of the rangehoods accentuate the grand height of ceiling so beautifully.

And the converted building love continues...

If you'd like to see more of this beautiful converted factory, stop by here.
Happy Monday everyone!
Jx

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[fixie fascination]

Rather than folk tucking away their treasured set of wheels in the darkest corner of their garage, more and more are choosing to display them proudly in their home.

Definitely not a look suited to every home but if you're a fan of industrial décor then this aesthetic trend and incidental storage solution may be right up your alley!

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Jx