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Stefanie Westerberg - Interior Design
Monday, November 15, 2010
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Stefanie Westerberg
La Mode Design
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Bathroom: Wish list
If style is your main priority with this bath room, then a floating vanity would be a perfect choice. I appreciate this option because it has a warm wood tone, but contemporary and simple lines. You can also take an inspiration image to your local cabinetry shop to see if they can replicate what you are looking for:
If you have a custom shower base, this "guitar pick" option would add an unexpected twist to your shower floor:
I like to use lighter shades for wall tile, so it has an airy feeling. Then to create some contrast I like to go a few shades darker with the floor tile. Using a different shape or size then the wall tile is important for me as well:
For your shower start with a large scale wall tile on the shower walls, with minimal pattern and texture for a simplistic look:
This mosaic tile will work brilliantly with the large scale wall tile by being similar in color, but contrast material and pattern wise. You can use it on a whole shower feature wall, or as an accent band throughout your shower
Monday, October 4, 2010
Glass: Timeless material
http://www.potterybarn.com/products/pb-classic-glass-apothecary-jar/?pkey=cvases-urns
A pair of these bookends would add a touch of sparkle to your open shelving
http://www.eighteenkarat.com/icevine-vase-7-clear3369.html
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/table-desk-lamps/venezia-table-lamp/s634514
Sunday, September 26, 2010
It color: Yellow
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/vases/large-peridot-vase/s686797
http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=1210&f=5955
http://www.designpublic.com/paper-cloud-pendants-petals-field-pendant-in-goldenrod-on-beige
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Barely there
http://www.designpublic.com/graham-and-brown-cubix-wallpaper
This "spider web" pattern is a statement, not every house on the street would have the guts to pull this look off, but it will be worth the risk choosing an original style
http://www.designpublic.com/julia-rothman-for-hygge-and-west-pieces-in-silver-wallpaper
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Color Scheme, Photo inspiration
I find it difficult sometimes to come up with a new fresh color scheme. It helps looking through magazines, websites, etc. for inspiration or you could also turn to nature and your own photo's. I took this photo on a weekend away during this summer and immediately thought this would be a beautiful color scheme.
http://www.urbanbarn.com/products/Room-Accents/Accents/hammered-bulb-vase/806
http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=11032&f=6049
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/decorative-pillows/geometry-20%22-sq.-pillow/s506535
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/furniture/sofas/lounge-93%22-sofa/s278630
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Old but new!
Replacing existing knobs on your new or old furniture, with this hand painted beauties will instantly give your piece an aged look
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Occasional Tables
http://www.potterybarn.com/products/expedition-trunk/?pkey=ccoffee-tables
These graphic side tables can be the perfect spot for a book and a beverage or double as an extra seat for a party
In my opinion, you can never go wrong with glass. It will add a subtle shimmer to your space without being over powering.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Mission Hill Winery
This door is stunning on it's own, but the installation of having a hinging unit in the center of the door, instead of the standard side installation makes it even more unique.
These white dishes that mimic berry containers really caught my eye. I love how these pieces are an every summer day product but turn into something you would want to display on your table (Retail Shop)
For more details on Mission Hill Winery, visit there website: http://www.missionhillwinery.com/default.asp
Friday, July 16, 2010
DIY: Pillows
Step 2: Fold over and iron your unfinished exposed edges of fabric (these edges will be exposed if you create an opening in the back of your pillow cover)
Step 4: To make sure your new pillow cover is a snug fit over your pillow form, wrap the fabric around the pillow (fabric right side in), gently remove the pillow and pin the fabric to the size that fit the form and sow the remaining two edges closed
Step 5: Turn your pillow case right side out and place on your forms!
For more tips on sowing pillow forms, check out: http://sewing.about.com/od/homedecprojects/ht/pillowcover.htm