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Chinoiserie Chic

Chinoiserie Chic

Just a few pretty, Asian-inspired motif in our favorite color, green. 1) Mirror Wallpanels from Made Goods-each panel is 24" square 2) ...

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White Bookends from Made Goods

White Bookends from Made Goods

We are loving this pair of bookends from Made Good. It is made in ceramic and finished in a glossy white. Perfect for a beach house, don...

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Where Did You Get That? Gold Sunburst Mirror

You problably have seen this mirror quite a bit. It's quite versatile, and we find it adds a little touch of glamour whereever you decide to hang it.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://l.yimg.com/g/images/spaceball.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://l.yimg.com/g/images/spaceball.gif" vt="true" /></a><a href="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2010/02/65014-hanging-mirror-xl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2010/02/65014-hanging-mirror-xl.jpg" vt="true" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Image via MyHomeIdeas.com</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/u46/wall-decor-sunburst-mirror-1_0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="325" src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/u46/wall-decor-sunburst-mirror-1_0.jpg" vt="true" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Image via PointClickHome.com</div><br />You can find a better version of this<a href="http://www.insideavenue.com/p-3829-gold-sunburst-mirror.aspx"> sunburst mirror</a> here. It is made by Global Views and comes in both gold and silver.  The mirror is 39.5"' in diameter and costs $498 including shipping.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.insideavenue.com/images/PRODUCT/large/3829.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.insideavenue.com/images/PRODUCT/large/3829.jpg" vt="true" width="320" /></a></div>

Where Did You Get That? Gold Sunburst Mirror

You problably have seen this mirror quite a bit. It's quite versatile, and we find it adds a little touch of glamour whereever you decid...

9:40 PM

In The Mood for Turquoise

Just a few pretty things in turquoise...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgku8w8coyvMCVQtYr-bXbya-U5bwLP5dAbv4rlATR74TfQLEsbjG7hHzmmBgZRwq_lkZYNQfoGro9uEsAVNKcLPv8DTmNKw1orhVh0CNFoH3Z5Y9zU27mW2lWoLq93541EXRhIuGaoNEhm/s1600/turquoise.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="298" qu="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgku8w8coyvMCVQtYr-bXbya-U5bwLP5dAbv4rlATR74TfQLEsbjG7hHzmmBgZRwq_lkZYNQfoGro9uEsAVNKcLPv8DTmNKw1orhVh0CNFoH3Z5Y9zU27mW2lWoLq93541EXRhIuGaoNEhm/s400/turquoise.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2009/09/55354-retro-style-kitchen-r-x.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2009/09/55354-retro-style-kitchen-r-x.jpg" vt="true" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2009/11/58903-modern-oriental-xl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2009/11/59537-modern-oriental-r-x.jpg" vt="true" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2010/01/63709-restored-restroom-r-x.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2010/01/63709-restored-restroom-r-x.jpg" vt="true" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2008/05/1810353-slide1-xl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2008/05/1810353-slide1-xl.jpg" vt="true" width="380" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_1268626029473"></span></a><span id="goog_1268626029474"></span> <a href="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2008/08/1830304-white-blue-bed-xl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://img4.myhomeideas.com/i/2008/08/1830304-white-blue-bed-xl.jpg" vt="true" width="380" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Images via <a href="http://www.myhomeideas.com/" target="_blank">MyHomeIdeas</a></div>

In The Mood for Turquoise

Just a few pretty things in turquoise... Images via MyHomeIdeas

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Where Did You Get That? Modern Sofa from Elle Decor

We were browsing through our old copies of Elle Decor today and found this picture. We love the warmth of this room. One can never understate the importance of accessories. What makes this room so cozy is lots of books, lots of accessories, lots of colors-- don't you think?<br /><br />This sofa is adorable too. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/images/Living_Room/interior-design-styles-ED1209-Gorrivan-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.pointclickhome.com/files/web/images/Living_Room/interior-design-styles-ED1209-Gorrivan-001.jpg" vt="true" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Image via <a href="http://www.pointclickhome.com/" target="_blank">Elle Decor</a></div><br />You can find a similiar sofa, or daybed <a href="http://www.nafurniture.com/catalog/Item.aspx?PartID=elle1&CategoryID=1" target="_blank">here</a>. It's quite cute in person.  You can customize it with different fabric and pillows. The seat can also be tufted.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqM1PqGaqEyJIguvt7m5aMCTnTsNldmbTTAzqL0aJMPgf9xhOA_X23H9FnRZKlyz5xzh3v8zCoISidlmRtnOmu_ooydCWak6MnHQ5TERCVj_7gggEXqLHLh6kCYBhkd651qHkrg6lF3Nzd/s1600-h/ellen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqM1PqGaqEyJIguvt7m5aMCTnTsNldmbTTAzqL0aJMPgf9xhOA_X23H9FnRZKlyz5xzh3v8zCoISidlmRtnOmu_ooydCWak6MnHQ5TERCVj_7gggEXqLHLh6kCYBhkd651qHkrg6lF3Nzd/s320/ellen.jpg" vt="true" /></a></div>This item is made by <a href="http://www.nafurniture.com/">Nathan Anthony</a>. It runs about $1600-1800 depending on fabric or you can send in your own. <a href="mailto:sales@insideavenue.com">Drop us a line</a> if you need help with it.

Where Did You Get That? Modern Sofa from Elle Decor

We were browsing through our old copies of Elle Decor today and found this picture. We love the warmth of this room. One can never understat...

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LEED Certification

<div>The Kensington residence is under construction with <a href="http://www.insigniahomes.us/">Insignia Homes</a> up in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan.  It was designed and is being built to qualify for <a href="http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=147">LEED certification</a>, just as the sign photographed below states.  What is LEED certification?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span"  style="font-family:georgia;">  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span"  style="font-family:georgia;">LEED for Homes is a rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes. Green homes use less energy, water and natural resources, create less waste, and are more durable and comfortable for occupants. </span></span></span></div><div><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA45_Dm65F90wS0fXalDoKHZ_MM85MTKIpjRXkyOOiOWg2CITBTMU-dfZVdxKqpUGgOcIZl-Ps5aFQdBFlaRiTUr8l7cMYJLwUoLL-gclqmeNkc8z1elVbxKMTuF_xxdRgq1d7L0pBQihN/s1600-h/S1.1+-+Front+Persp+P2v02.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447418859995539282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA45_Dm65F90wS0fXalDoKHZ_MM85MTKIpjRXkyOOiOWg2CITBTMU-dfZVdxKqpUGgOcIZl-Ps5aFQdBFlaRiTUr8l7cMYJLwUoLL-gclqmeNkc8z1elVbxKMTuF_xxdRgq1d7L0pBQihN/s320/S1.1+-+Front+Persp+P2v02.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 120px;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt_3we0CzUoPvn3rvTyDylajPaqI2za5IcQTrPhAJV4b5DulFq93Fik9fzO3ENvwlpekrPOTX_AMpXbys6Sm_qvSTdWChU23muoim0qlY5Thkscv_jxFwe56D-s9ULebnweUAQPDfOht9f/s1600-h/S1.1+-+Rear+Persp+P2v02.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447418850111511362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt_3we0CzUoPvn3rvTyDylajPaqI2za5IcQTrPhAJV4b5DulFq93Fik9fzO3ENvwlpekrPOTX_AMpXbys6Sm_qvSTdWChU23muoim0qlY5Thkscv_jxFwe56D-s9ULebnweUAQPDfOht9f/s320/S1.1+-+Rear+Persp+P2v02.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 107px;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwF0zliVQBwHvw1gkf2tL5eVTMAi8AGEBA82Ae_AbgW9iiYmBjYRT5qDiQThU_5gbEtrW0qJhuI1b-GekDaWhlFm508v5cpdVz7qoqFm71_EFAAtHllXlzbuK61pIiaVtWAdeFvYQ2NDT-/s1600-h/IMG00330-20100309-1258.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447417598436912178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwF0zliVQBwHvw1gkf2tL5eVTMAi8AGEBA82Ae_AbgW9iiYmBjYRT5qDiQThU_5gbEtrW0qJhuI1b-GekDaWhlFm508v5cpdVz7qoqFm71_EFAAtHllXlzbuK61pIiaVtWAdeFvYQ2NDT-/s320/IMG00330-20100309-1258.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0_7OAoN5A8VRNpti7pZd75RhfrXReN5rsctQ7EmmejNhNliHM_WR2iYnU_3i6nh8jBHfYUUbk9tsP86Bbta3jvHbfbc2tRtSmd-omQJyLvvvi3F7NM0g4rm79So3EPrVwKS_Dh9yny5-w/s1600-h/IMG00329-20100309-1109.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447417593487843074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0_7OAoN5A8VRNpti7pZd75RhfrXReN5rsctQ7EmmejNhNliHM_WR2iYnU_3i6nh8jBHfYUUbk9tsP86Bbta3jvHbfbc2tRtSmd-omQJyLvvvi3F7NM0g4rm79So3EPrVwKS_Dh9yny5-w/s320/IMG00329-20100309-1109.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1335-MJE_gjmz4lSn_nvUXEs8a_OJDwYnNT3hP8hFVMy6SHdBVOmrZNmhlgSDjRy3-5NtkNwAU9W2k9b0r7NqxjHeGSVReOSfZgLK93lgw28jZghYDbH68mJmbPdpYKAKKgg10qJcHL6L/s1600-h/IMG00327-20100309-1108.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447417584645439346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1335-MJE_gjmz4lSn_nvUXEs8a_OJDwYnNT3hP8hFVMy6SHdBVOmrZNmhlgSDjRy3-5NtkNwAU9W2k9b0r7NqxjHeGSVReOSfZgLK93lgw28jZghYDbH68mJmbPdpYKAKKgg10qJcHL6L/s320/IMG00327-20100309-1108.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" /></a>

LEED Certification

The Kensington residence is under construction with Insignia Homes up in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan. It was designed and is being built ...

8:41 AM

Where Did You Get That? Red Modern Dining Chair

Did you see the loft featured in the NY Times today?  So gorgeous!<br /><br />To see the rest of the pictures, click <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2010/03/14/greathomesanddestinations/20100309-j.html#2" target="_blank">here.</a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2010/03/09/realestate/09johannesburg-slideshow/09johannesburg-slideshow-custom2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="435" src="http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2010/03/09/realestate/09johannesburg-slideshow/09johannesburg-slideshow-custom2.jpg" vt="true" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Images via <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/" target="_blank">NY Times</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />In case you want to know where to get those striking chairs, a similiar model can be found<a href="http://www.alphavilledirect.com/alphaville-ess-chair.html" target="_blank"> at Alphaville</a>. They are sold for $300/pair.

Where Did You Get That? Red Modern Dining Chair

Did you see the loft featured in the NY Times today? So gorgeous! To see the rest of the pictures, click here. Images via NY Times In case ...

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