fresh & lovely rooms

I'm in love with the look of light, airy rooms with pops of colour and fun patterns, especially leafy and floral prints juxtaposed with geometric prints, with some vintage and boho touches. A few wooden pieces here and there add a warm, earthy element to a space. I also love the freshness of greenery in a room--even though I'm not much of a greenthumb myself! It's such a liveable, laid-back look. I'm going for that kind of style in our lounge-dining open-plan space. I just need a couple more fabulous pieces (and fewer toys scattered everywhere!), and I think it will be getting there. These rooms are totally inspiring me today. Hope you'll enjoy them, too.

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A Chic Manhattan Haven

This effortlessly chic and comfortable home in Manhattan is entirely the work of home-owner Ali Cayne, the restaurateur behind Haven's Kitchen, a restaurant, event space, and cooking school specializing in seasonal, sustainable food, in New York City. She trusted her own style instincts when selecting the colours, furnishings, and artwork for every room. Wanting more balance in her family and work lives, and seeking to lower her carbon footprint, Cayne decided to combine her home and office spaces in a move to the West Village. She didn't want to miss out on anything going on with her five children, or her work. As you can see, she has created a beautiful home for her family, with elegant, light-filled rooms. She even grows her own vegetables and sunflowers in her family's rooftop garden. I'm sure this family spends many an enjoyable moment together in this lovely home.

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Stripes Forever

I will forever love stripes. They're boldly beautiful, endlessly varied. Wide, thin, vertical, horizontal, symmetrical, asymmetrical... I love them all, especially black and white stripes with a pop of colour, like pretty pink peonies. Perfection.

 Oscar de la Renta

 Carolina Herrera 2015

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For more stripe inspiration, visit my stripes board on Pinterest, here.