Home companion: Bookshelves

Via From Scandinavia with love

I know this is not your traditional bookcase-filled with books. But I love the vibe of this room, and the shelves is what makes this room pop with visual interest!  A whimsical modern touch that makes me giggly and ready to tackle any craft, reading or fun activity!  A family room with an equally substantial family bookcase!

Kids Zone: Pretty tents

These kids' tents are so unique and creative. Kids love a tucked corner just for them, where make-believe happens. And they can be fun and even soothing, as they retreat into their own space to think, create or just play.  I know these images have been posted thousands of times all over the internet.  But, I couldn't help but feel like a kid again with these pretty tents.   I think I know where to put one. 

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Home companion: Bookshelves

I have always have a soft spot for bookshelves, whether it's a built-in, they never disappoint, or a free-standing bookshelf.  When I was young, I used to think that a house with many books was a house that felt inviting and cozy.  My parents had a custom-made/sectional/open shelving/low standing bookcase, that took 3/4 wall space of the entire tv/study room when we were growing up.  They had to bring the furniture in three separate parts and put it together on the spot.  It was a fine piece of furniture with integrated desk spaces and media holes for the TV/VHS.

Bookcases have so many functions, from anchoring a space to bringing warmth and detail, yet they also make a space more intimate (you're displaying your worldly tastes) and even provide an aperture to show your design and organization skills.  I will be showcasing them every week, so stick around, because this promises to be eye candy for the home enthusiast's soul.  

{via Planete Deco}

What role do bookshelves play in your home life?

Inspired by kids: Cool bunk beds

I love the idea of bunk beds. They are charming and versatile, and of course, functional. Whether is part of a themed bedroom or a standalone feature in a room, the bunk bed renders any kids room a fun and whimsical getaway.

All images via Pinterest -some images are uncredited {the boo and the boy, apartment therapy family, noosh loves, and momtastic}

Back home

Hi friends, hoping you had a nice weekend. I'm finally back home, getting settled in after two monhts away, and have tons of cleaning to do and re-organizing the house due to the tardy realization that a crawling infant is more than we bargain for. So we are raising sharp angles and redecorating our living room to fit her growing needs. I hope Ikea saves the day. I love the simple lines of the above shot. Makes me think of a cozy old home in Georgetown.   I'll be back soon with pictures of our new (old) space!

(Image source Adore Magazine, via Cush and Nooks)

Crates + casters = kids' storage

These adorable and practical DIY storage crates have been transformed into kids' storage bins for toys and crafts.  What a cute idea!  By adding casters to bottom of these crates they become mobile storage boxes. Voila!

Image via Apartment Therapy

12 Days of Eames Holiday Giveaway

Have you heard about the Herman Miller furniture giveaway? Smart Furniture is giving away 12 classic Eames-inspired furniture prizes and you can enter everyday until Dec. 1st. to maximize your chances of winning.  The grand prize is the awesome Eames Lounge and Ottoman set, which has me giggling with excitement.  So go on and hop over to Smart Furniture to enter this awesome giveaway!

Source: apartmenttherapy.com via Patricia on Pinterest