{inspiration} The Beauty Is In The Edits

There is a purity in architecture and decor that is simplified. When spaces breath a quiet exhale. The beautiful work of architects Barthelemy & Ifrah showcases how a vast space can become dazzling when the scale is magnified and intimacy is carefully staged with pitch perfect execution. What I adore most is how in the midst of the soaring ceilings, walls of glass and industrial metal a glamorous decor is unfolding... glorious lighting, supple rugs, wonderfully modern furniture. What a perfect example of how beauty can truly come from graceful editing. Have a wonderful and inspired week!

*Photography via Barthelemy & Ifrah

{inspiration} Urban Style

I love the wonderful restraint of urban style. I love how spaces are edited and uncluttered. I love how modern lines are carefully softened by a few, substantive antiques. I love metallic, Lucite, leather and high gloss woods. Isn't it beautiful how the cityscape becomes another graphic element in a room? And, I love how, if done right, urban style is cool... perfection.
Have a wonderful week everyone!

*Photography via Home Shopping Spy and Apartment Therapy

{inspiration} 2011 + A Fresh Style

Happy 2011 everyone! There is nothing like a little bit of palette cleansing to unwind after the holidays and prepare us for the start of a new, glorious year. So let us decompress for a moment in the beauty of neutrals, in the beauty of smoke colored walls & in the beauty of simplicity...with nary a twinkle light in sight. (and, oh, a sofa this fabulous never hurt anyone did it?! Uki sofa by Orson & Blake!!!)

*Photography by Craig Wall via Industrial Style Interior Design