A perfect example of mixing what you love!

I am a firm believer in mixing things up. See, we all have appreciations for different arenas of design (shabby chic.. meets hollywood regency... meets mid-century modern... meets minimalist.)

Here is a fab example of bold wallpaper prints paired with clean lined furniture, paired with romantic and soft pillows. If you love it, everything will blend perfectly!

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Why don't you lay down the Geometrics...

Want to add some pizzazz to your home?

Lay down a geometric print rug or carpeting. You won't be sorry!

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Designed by Jonathan Adler

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designed by David Jimenez

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Designed by Jan Showers

Here are a few great geometric print rugs that are fantastic and totally won't kill the bank:

The Farrah indoor/outdoor rug at Ballard $59-149

burkedecor.com Goa Collection $75 and up

burkedecor.com Chandra $90 and up

burkedecor.com Surya $50 and up

burkedecor.com Rug Market $35 and up

Fantastic Area Rug

This is the Spello Rug from Grandin Road and I want the "surf" (the turquoise color) option for my living room. Amazing.

Grandinroad? Ever heard of it?

Have you ever heard of GrandinRoad? Well they only have a few locations - but they have som really cool stuff and pretty reasonable pricing, and it all looks like its nice quality. It's got a chill, boho vintage-y vibe but cleaned up with straight lines. I am really digging this site.

If you have been to one before or have ordered from their website or catalog, I'd love to know what you think - as these are my favorites for future ideas down the road. This book shelf is taller than you think - and I think two of them on either side of my television credenza in the dark brown color would look awesome possibly.

Beautiful bedding... not necessarily for me, but I dod like it. It includes 1 duvet cover and 2 standard shams.

Great Headboard - very West Elm-y.

This is a great outdoor rug, but would look way cool indoors.

This beding is designed by Dwell Studios. I think its a great option if you want a little "somthin-somethin" but still want to do the white look. Alo, this includes 1 duvet cover and 2 standard shams.

These were also made to be outdoor rugs, but I say use it for indoors!

What a neat end table. Great organic feel to it.

I'd love to see two of these paired on either side of a bed. So sleek, love that skinny base they have.

This drum type table is exactly what I need for my living room to be honest. It's pretty fierce.

Awesome kilim pillows with a grat price tag of $29-$39. Can't beat that.

http://www.grandinroad.com/

Rugs at Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters has some good and cheap rug options. I am especially liking those sisal/natural looking ones.

www.urbanoutfitters.com

ModernDose.com

I was reading Metropolitan Home (June 2009 issue) the other day. I had no idea what an awesome magazine it was. I was under the impression that it was a super-modern, boxy style magazine. I was wrong, I admit.

So, I am reading this magazine and learn about a new website, Modern Dose - http://www.moderndose.com/ Not only is it cool, hip, and on top with the trends, but... the prices (for the most part) are pretty reasonable. Nothing out of this world! So, now we've got - cool, hip, and good price point. What else could this site have? You got it! An eco-friendly section. This site has it all.

The Flora Pouf. Love love love! How dreamy is this pouf? Its such a statement. All I want to do is stare at it.

Set of 3 Attraction Pillows. Too cute! I would love these in a little girl's bedroom.

Dreamy!

This reminds me of Jonathan Adler and how he loves Gnomes. Creepy, but still cute if you are into that sort of thing.

Bargello.

KoKo Company

KoKo Company specializes in making fun, festive, and colorful pillows, duvet covers and indoor/outdoor rugs. They tend to have extremely vibrant colors, a Moroccan feel, and a Summer vibe. Very laid back. There prices are reasonable, and when you want to test color, and not completely commit - KoKo Company has great offerings.

You can check them out at:
http://www.burkedecor.com/
http://www.bellacor.com/
http://www.kokocompany.com/


This rug would be so cute in a little girl's bedroom - it comes in other color-ways as well. These rugs are easy to clean too. All you have to do is spray them down with a hose.

House Beautiful Rated Ballard - So Did I!

I just received an email from Ballard Designs showing the 13 Favorite Pieces by House Beautiful Magazine. So, I thought I'd pick my 13 favorite pieces as well (and why!) To view these pieces check out http://www.ballarddesigns.com/ Thurston Chair - You can pick the fabric for this chairs and if you want nailheads, etc. I adore this couch, I love the dramatic back.

Striped Indoor/Outdoor Rugs - Love the nautical feel on these rugs. I know that Ikea knocked it off for way cheap - but these look super sturdy and have great color options. These would be amazing in a summer house in the Hamptons. Such a dreamer!!!

Mentego Mirror - I would definitely pair 2 of these together, and put them in an entry-way, or on either side of a bed above the nightstands.

Marrakesh Rugs

Macau Arm chairs - very Adler

Louis Upholstered Side Chair with Nail Heads - adore!

Hamper Stool - Love this in the bathroom in a clean terry cloth fabric. It's so easy and user friendly - a great piece for the bathroom or closet. What a great way to make your dirty laundry look so good!

Faux Bois Etegere - I love love love love love. I love the twigs, and the gold and the glam.... It's beautiful

Dog Bed Cover and Insert - this can be monogrammed with your dog's name on it.
I have a cocker spaniel. I am obsessed with him. This picture is funny! It makes me smile.

Cochrane Desk - this was a favorite of House Beautiful's as well. It's darling. It would be a super cute entry/foyer piece as well.
Chinoiserie Bird Needlepoint Pillow - I love the colors, the trim, the picture. So glamour!
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