House of Honey

Currently swooning over the design projects over at House and Honey. I love the way designer Tamara Kaye-Honey uses updated classics to create elegant yet very livable interiors. My favorites from her:

photos via house of honey

Did you notice the marble countertop in the kitchen that runs down the sides of the island? That's definitely going in my dream home inspiration file! What about you, any favorites?

P.S. She also has a decor shop in South Pasadena. I hear it's filled with a beautiful selection of wallpaper and fabrics, whimsical and playful accessories, and unique pieces of furniture. I must visit!

Designer Spotlight: Windsor Smith

I hadn't seen Windsor Smith's full portfolio until recently when I visited her website last week to link to the post Glamorous Sitting Room. Browsing through her projects reinforced my love for her classic and elegant design aesthetic. She's definitely a favorite!

interior design by Windsor Smith

Design Star

This weekend I'll be tuning in to HGTV to watch the finale of Design Star. I've been pretty disappointed with this season (serious lack of wow moments, annoying contestants like Nina, and what was with all those weird group challenges??) but regardless, have tuned in (well, background watched) to watch the contestant Emily Henderson. I had previously seen Emily's portfolio and loved her aesthetic (her designs would surely grace the pages of Domino if it were still around).

photos from Emily's portfolio

This past episode was the first time she really had a chance to show her talents and she didn't disappoint. I love the fabric she used for the focal wall (which by the way my friend Bryn has 2 yards available of in her shop), the fabulous green sofa, and the overall eclectic, personal and intimate feel she created.

photos via HGTV

Emily's show concept is to take a client's personal fashion style and transfer it into his or her home. Sounds like something I'd definitely watch! I'm rooting for her!

Designer Spotlight: Anna Spiro

It's been a busy week for me, but I finally got the chance to flip through the new issue of House and Home. I was so delighted to see Anna Spiro, of Black & Spiro, featured in their Global Style section. Every time I see Anna's work, it lifts my mood. I love her aesthetic. She isn't afraid to use a mix of styles, bold artwork and fabrics, and the color pink (one of my personal favorites!). The white walls and floors are the perfect backdrop for all the fabulous color to vibrate and create a fresh, cheerful, unstuffy mood; while the touches of black (like those fabulous chairs!) ground things a bit and add sophistication.

I'm sure most of you have already visited Anna's blog, absolutely beautiful things, but if you haven't, be sure to so. It's filled with, peeks into her life, lots of inspiration, and you guessed it, absolutely beautiful things.

all images via Canadian House & Home May 2010 issue and Black & Spiro