Paprika...A Mild Red!

This entry feels like a nice warm greeting with red walls!  The ceiling and flooring finish is like a cheery "Glad you stopped by!"

What a great contrast of colors (white, red, and black), grounded by a rich wood floor and rug that has every color of the room!

Punches of red in the pillow, lamps, and trim on the draperies uplifts the spirit of this space.

The color is made even richer by the dark finishes in the furniture and accessories in this masculine bedroom.  The white ceiling prevents it from becoming cave-like.

Red comes in a variety of shades and can be used in a variety of ways!  Hopefully, I have sparked a renewed interest or confirmed what you already know!

Have a spectacular weekend!

Rhonda

*via my Pinterest boards

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Elements Of Loveliness

I have always liked antiqued mirrors!  What a delightful surprise to walk into this powder room and be surrounded by such loveliness!  The shape and frame of the window further enhances the look and feel.  But wait!  As you admire the capiz chandelier, your eye is immediately drawn to the antiqued mirrored ceiling!

There is nothing that I do not like about this room!  Nothing!  I am so in love with the door casing!  The tall molding is phenomenal!  I am not a fan of border!  This border is so beyond anything I would have imagined!  Just yesterday, in my posting

It's Glossy, I had mentioned how I did not like the glossy finish that was added to hardwood floors in a living room and dining room, however, here...it is so beautiful!  Although I can't see all of the elements, the rug and sofa, desk and chair, the vertical composition of framed drawings, and the small man statue on the simple pedestal make for a magical room!  Let me not forget to mention the statue in the next room, framed so perfectly by that incredible door and draperies!  Oh my gosh, this room is my idea of design perfection!  Does anyone know where this interior exists?

I am almost rendered speechless by this chesterfied sofa!  Let's begin with the upholstery!  Really?  This color is stunning!  Take notice of how the button tufting makes the color appear silver, but then it darkens to a charcoal gray making the tufts appear even loftier!  The seat cushions are filled with air!  Obviously, whoever this sofa belongs to is a compulsive "fluffer" like me!  Details, details!  The stitching along the arms and at the base, along with more button detail; not to mention the charcoal finished feet!  Really?  Seriously!  Have you seen a more extraordinary chesterfield before!

Have a lovely day!

Rhonda

*via my Pinterest boards

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It's Glossy!

I'm thinking about glossy finishes for an upcoming project, so I've been pouring over dozens of images via websites, magazines, and all other resources to find inspiration!  As you will see, not all are images of interiors or furnishings!

Fashion Bomb Daily

Glossy lips are fabulous when done right!  These are perfectly done!  Great color and pretty white teeth!  Seriously, how sexy are these!

Google Images

Glossy black is very chic in any room!  It instantly adds a tasteful richness and dignified gracefulness that speaks for itself.  I'm always one to keep it simple and allow select elements to be the standout.  As in this bathroom, the clawfoot soaking tub painted in black and white is the centerpiece that is joined by exquisite draperies in a lovely aubergine with a subtle pattern.  The beautiful tufted chair in mustard and a simple brass framed photograph adds a dash of buoyancy!

This ceramic tile from Walker Zanger is incredible!  The pattern and color is fresh and modern.  The console featured here, with the circle pattern panels, is the perfect complement in black.  This would be great in a small entry or hallway !  I'm not much for accent or feature walls, but for a niche, no matter it's intended use, I would be on board!

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Do I really need to say anything at all about these shoes?  Really? Really!

Miles Redd

Okay, love, love, love the idea of using this in a butlers pantry or highlighting a cabinet grouping or a peninsula in a kitchen!  Although, the color shown here is black, any color can be used.  I'm kinda leaning more towards deeply saturated colors, but I can't imagine any color being a wrong color as long as the application is done well.  Wow! Wow! Wow!

Miles Redd via Domino Magazine

My point exactly!

Apartment Therapy

Confession!  I have seen where a polyurethane finish was added to hardwoods in a living and dining room that I honestly just did not like!  I just didn't think that it suited the two rooms for the furnishings and elements that already existed there.  But who am I to have an opinion!  However, I do feel differently about painted floors that have a high gloss shine!  Like all other design decisions, consideration of where this application is to be done, the amount of traffic, etc. should be given.

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Love the shimmer and the gloss!

House Beautiful

Oooh, this barrel vaulted ceiling looks great with a high gloss finish!  Just as we paint trim and moldings with high gloss paint to highlight them, doing this with other architectural elements is a wonderful way to add oomph!  I know that's not a word, but you got where I was coming from, right?

Miles Redd

This room speaks to every design inclination I have!  Color, Pattern, Texture, Light, etc, etc, etc!  A tremendous composition of beauty and complexity!  Ahhh... 

Thanks for stopping by!  Happy Wednesday!

Rhonda

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Happy Valentines Day!

Happy Valentines Day!

xoxo,

Rhonda

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A Day At The Market!

What a very cold and blustery day it was to head out to the monthly Scott's Antiques Market here in Atlanta!  My good friend Tavia, my daughter Gillian, and I spent a couple of hours in one of the smaller buildings checking out the wares of the many vendors that travel from far and near.  There is so much to take in, but my six year old was up for the challenge and did very well! 

You need an imagination or a Restoration Hardware catalog to make the most of this piece!

This would definitely be used as a bar!  Really liking the metal and wood rustic quality of this piece!

Garden stools are always nice to have around to use as extra seating or an accent table.

Oh my gosh!  I so loved these lamps!  Of course, I would refinish them, but they are so cool!

Lovely chair!

When I saw this table, all I could think about was "The Gordon's Fisherman"!  I know, I know!

What is it with tortoise shells right now?  These were actually placed outside, on a roof where ants and the sun bleached them to this white-wash look!

I thought a pair of these would be really cool!

This sideboard sold for $695!

Antlers everywhere!

I bought a couple of coral fans to be used...I don't know how or where yet, but I'm positive I will think of something!

This was my absolute favorite find of the day!  A 1930's martini and pitcher set with tray selling for $9500!  I was in love! 

This is an extraordinary piece!  It was sold and getting ready to be removed from the floor by the buyer!  There was no other piece like it!

1932 vintage Mickey Mouse rocker selling for $1250

English Chesterfield sofa sold for $1695.  Model (Tavia), not included!

The shades of blue and turquoise in this space was incredible!

Always a fan of random objects!

The top of this table is phenomenal!  Such a gorgeous finish!

I adore teacups and saucers!

So lovely!

Beautiful turquoise!

Really great, heavy white porcelain pieces!

Well, we know how I feel about zebra!

Gillian makes her selections!

Time to head home!  It's very cold!  My eyes are tearing, but surprisingly enough my tooth is not hurting!  I have a feeling once I come down from the adrenaline high I'm on, it will throb!  Hope your weekend was all you wanted it to be!  Have an incredible week!

xo,

Rhonda

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