Red Doors Mean Welcome, Black Doors Mean...

I have been noticing for a little while now, the use of the color black for front and interior doors.  Now we all know that the color black, in fashion, represents power and authority.  It is also very sophisticated, classic, elegant, and timeless; which is exactly the look and feel conveyed in the following images.  I did a little bit of research to see if there was any information regarding what a black front door or black doors of any kind meant.  The only thing I came across had to do with Feng Shui, and it didn't really speak about using black as a color for your front door, unless it was in your career area.  I'm not all that well versed in Feng Shui, but if you'd like to read more about this subject click here.  Do you have an opinion about the use of black on front doors or interior doors?  I'd love to hear from you!

So striking this front door is with the green planters and trees, made even more dramatic in front of an all white facade!

I love the glossy black finish with the brass hardware on this paneled door!

Beautiful mouldings definitely raises the bar here and makes for a very elegant entry!

The English door knob and mail slot are a gorgeous addition to this door!

What a gorgeous, light-filled entry that showcases such a wonderful inlay flanked by beautiful planters brimming over with lovely, big leaf botanicals!  Simplicity making a big statement!

Double entry doors are always very classic and elegant!

What lovely trim we have surrounding this pair!  I think the black really enhances this front door as the architectural feature of the entry!

Wow!  These pocket doors are pretty basic, but with a coat or two of black paint and the white trim makes for a timeless and dramatic entry into this stunning dining room!  I am swooning over the ceiling treatment and chandelier!  Not to mention how incredible this blue is framed by the black doors!

Behind these traditional, black painted doors lies a room of modern comfort and style!

I can't help but think this closet is nothing short of amazing!  Just a glimpse of the Hermes orange and Tiffany blue boxes makes me want to know what else is inside!  This is where style dresses each morning!

Thanks for stopping by and have a lovely evening!

Rhonda

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Happy Super Bowl Sunday!

I know!  I know!  This posting comes quite late in the day!  True, but it comes before my Super Bowl festivities are about to begin, so better late than never, eh?  Anyhoo, if I had it my way, this is how my Super Bowl celebration would go!  Have fun and may the best team win!

I would prepare my Super Bowl fare in this lovely kitchen!  That stove is so beyond anything I could dream of!  I really like that the hood is stainless instead of brass, like the knobs and trim on the stove.  It keeps that cool, clean, simplistic quality going that has been established already with the backsplash and countertop selection.  The soft blue is an unexpected color in a kitchen and it works beautifully here!

 

My friend Angela does the best chicken enchiladas, so I would definitely LET her come over and prepare these in my beautiful kitchen!  Lol!!!

Yum!  Five layer Greek dip!  I could do this!  I am meticulous when it comes to layers!  Of course, it would be nice if everything is already pre-chopped and ready to go!

Bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers!  Oooh, adds just enough heat with a savory bacon flavor!  Hmmm, gotta love that!

Tequila with black pepper syrup and strawberries!  Touchdown!!!  Sssspicy!

This looks like a great space to watch the big game!  Enough room, in the event things got a little out of hand!  Ha!  I'm a little partial to the upholstered tufted walls though and really loving the small snack tables!

This is who I'm rooting for...

...while wearing this! ;-)

Have an amazing time my Friends!

Rhonda

*All images via my Pinterest Boards

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With A Man In Mind

Classic.  Timeless.  Sophisticated.  Quality.

He is strong, confident, thoughtful, and has great style!  He doesn't take himself too seriously!  Loves a great laugh, and great company!

Such a classic and elegant car!

Love how this armoire was used as a bar!  So masculine!  Actually quite sexy!

Red leather chesterfield...traditional, surrounded by modern elements!  An understated, classic confidence... Timeless!

Casual style doesn't always means jeans, T-shirt, and leather jacket.  Although, depending on how you work it, can be quite nice, indeed!  Here in Atlanta, there is a men's shop, Sid Mashburn, that carries items that I would love to see men wear!  Well dressed and stylish without looking like you spent the morning trying to pull it together!  Effortless style is so becoming!

Beautiful!  Inside and out!  The rich, supple leather in red screams classic and is very sophisticated!

The contrast of the dark wood finishes against the white walls make for a clean and masculine approach to this bedroom.  The simple barrel chair with metal frame and leg detail and matching ottoman, further enhances the mood and feel of this space.  Although, not very much can be seen of the bed, the platform, wingback is incredible with the floating bedside table a simple sconce.

Again, not a lot of bells and whistles!  But very well selected tile for the flooring and walls!

Classic Muhammed Ali!

*All Images via My Pinterest and My Tumblr.

Have an incredible Saturday!

Rhonda

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Where Gorgeous Sleeps!

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This lighting fixture is so beyond amazing! Is it made of feathers? Fur, draped on a chair, bed, sofa, yada, ya, always says luxury to me! This mirrored glass Greek key console...really? Glamorous! The candelabra, on a silver handled tray, with two beautiful crystal water glasses? Are you kidding me! Come on people! How fantastic is this bedroom! Truly, how fantastic is this? Now where is my slumber mask?

Have a wonderful weekend!
Rhonda

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An Appreciation For Photography

When images speak to you, you have to pause and listen!  To be held captive by art, in any form, is profound!  The images below were found on a blog that I follow on Tumblr, Streetetiquette.  I'm always intrigued to see what they will post next!  

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Beautiful!  Perfection!  I find this image of a rose to be somehow comforting.  Almost like, it's okay to have a brooding moment, where nothing in the world matters except what's happening with you.  That's the great thing about art, everyone sees something different!  It's just a matter of opening yourself up to see anything at all!

 

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I really like this photo.  I wonder did he know he was being photographed?  If he didn't, then what were his thoughts at the exact moment this picture was taken?  I think it would be pretty amazing to  be able to capture thoughts at the time pictures are taken.  You know, so you can truly be in the moment.  No?  I guess I can see where that may not be the most desireable thing for some situations!  I have a book that highlights the life of Sammy Davis Jr.  It features a lot of his photography.  Something that I never knew he did or had an interest in.  A lot of his photos were of many of the stars from that era that really captured the human spirit and honestly, the typical, everyday, normal side of his subjects that probably very few people knew existed. 

Happy Friday!

Rhonda

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What (My) Dreams Are Made Of!

I would be in heaven with a space like this for my closet!  Gosh, I wish I could see the space in it's entirety!  Is there a chandelier?  I would so totally have one!  Is there a gorgeous sofa?  Chairs?  Daybed?  Yes Ma'am, I would definitely have this space glammed out and beautified to the max!  I would literally have every luxury imagineable in here!  What would you have in this closet if it were yours?

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All the best!

Rhonda

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Define, Divide, And Separate!

Sometimes in our interiors, where there are no walls or clearly defined separation, we need to be creative and clever in how we separate these areas for their intended functions.  The following images show really wonderful, thoughtful ways of doing just that!

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How beautiful is this!  To hang a large mirror from the ceiling to separate the living space from the sleeping space is genius.  One, if the space is small, and the assumption is that it is small, then the mirror not only acts as a separating barrier, but two, a way to create the illusion of a larger room!

Traditional Home

By using lightweight linen draperies at the entry of this dining room, it adds elegance to an already beautiful space and clearly defines it as a very special place in the interior.

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This shelving wall is a terrific functional way to separate and define two areas.  On the other side, although not certain what it looks like, I would probably not have shelving, but rather treat it as a wall and hang some sort or wall art, canvas, etc.

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I'm loving the fireplace as the element that separates and defines these two spaces!  Since you have use of it from both sides, it does connect the two spaces, however separating them by continuing up to the ceiling.

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Wow!  What an awesome way to define the space while allowing the continuity of the two areas by mounting a television to a glass panel!  How amazing is that!  How fierce would it be if it actually was able to rotate around so that it can be viewed from the other side from time to time!  Am I thinking too much here?  I love the low console below!  This acts more as the divider than the glass panel!  So modern!

Happy Hump Day!

Rhonda

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