A Good Morning Indeed

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A wonderful floating space of modern glam, clean lines, brass branch lamps, an oversized starburst mirror full of texture . . .

Yup, this space just makes me happy!

Hope you all have a great day indeed!

This and That Ya'll

Super Cooper decided to start his summer out right . . .He came down ready to hit the pool looking just like this. . .no kidding. ( Excuse our side door disaster area.) 

Scotty & Sadie ended up like that. Family hierarchy is in place.

The sunroom/playroom concept board is under way. Blending three spaces into one line of vision isn't as easy as one would think ya'll.

Just like that the final details are coming together for our living room. Curtain/trim drama was finally put to rest! One floor lamp and a couple of pillows and project living room vamp will be complete.

Stopped by Lucy & Company  long enough to snap a pic of their rock star showroom. This bed is off the chain! Beth is genius like that.

Cheers Ya'll,

Tay

Sale of the Day: Beside Manor

While out and about (sans kiddos) today, I came across Bedside Manor's Summer Sale. Even on sale,  most items in this high-end luxury shop would still be considered pricey by most people standards. Never deterred by things or shops that I can not afford, I  headed inside to dive into the luxury linens and bath accessories. I was pleasantly surprise by how genuinely nice the sales staff  was to my sweaty work out clad self.

The sale lamp selection does not disappoint. The silver candlestick "Messenger Lamp," from high-end lighting company Currey & Company, rings in at $189.

While rows of divine pillow's line the walls, this natural linen and grey "vertical key" stood out at $127.50. I could see at least 3 on the shelf, so finding a second shouldnt be a challenge.

I could not stop touching the icy blue pillow's below. They are literally made of the softest fabric I have ever touched and I will go to sleep tonight dreaming of them for sure. At nearly half price, these pillows are beyond worth it at $152.50.

Just want to stop in and browse? Check out the adorable makeup and travel totes from Stephanie Johnson. The Palm Dessert Orange makeup totes will freshen up your old bag and make looking for your keys, way more glamorous. Bags starting at $29.

Bedside Manor is located across from South Park Mall in the Specialty Shops. Go to http://www.bedsidemanor.com to learn more about them.

Cheers,

Taylor

Ridiculously Fun Finds @ Cotswald Marketplace

Ridiculously Cute Owl: On Sale $34

Ridiculously Cool Greek Key Lucite Console Table:  $1500

Ridiculously Awesome Quick Fix to Update to my  7 Year Old Buffet Lamps. Cool New Lamp Shades: $35 each

All in all, a fun day!

Cheers,

Tay

Made in the Shade

Replacing old lamp shades is an easy and affordable way to refresh an old lamp and update a room.  In the room shown above, check out the modern,  large, white barrel drum shades on the traditional brass floor lamps. The tall shades add height and make the lamps appear to pop off of the seagrass wallpaper.

I recently scored this beautiful vintage leucite lamp at Slate Interiors for under $100. The only problem being that it was missing its  shade. Knowing full well I had to have it, I gambled on the fact that I could find one! Hours of internet searching lead me to EveryLampShade.com. http://www.everylampshade.com The name is not a joke,  they really might have every lamp shade under the sun!

*My New Lamp

Here are a couple of my favorites for everyone to enjoy:

The perfect way to add an organic element to an otherwise neutral geometric room. In spa colors and in orange and blue! $74

***MY PERSONAL FAVORITE!!!! 

Duck cotton and gold drops make this one my must have piece.$62.99

The perfect addition to a cream porcelain gourd shaped lamp or a glass or leucite lamp. Even more fun, score a flea market find and spray it a fun color and justify spending the money on the shade! $74

Add a refined natural texture to a room without the expense of buying a seagrass rug. This would go with almost any lamp in almost any room. $74.99

Add a punch of color and some fun to a room with this barrel shade! $64.99

Hollywood Regency shines in the lamp shade. $43.99

Ok, maybe not so affordable but ever so cool. This eco friendly shade come in at $124.99

And in Black!

 As for my new lamp delimma, this shade in a bigger size might be the perfect option! I love organic texture with the mid-century barrel vibe.

Or I may just stick with a clean white. . .

Either way, I sure did have fun searching this site!

The shades shown above are mostly available at different sizes and at different prices. Take a look for yourself!

Cheers,

Tay

Raleigh Designer Jamie Meares Takes Center Stage: Lonny Magazine May 2012

This months Lonny Magazine

Jamie shown above with associate Keila Marino

One of my daily blog loves, Jamie Maeare's gets the attention that she deserves in the highly coveted online Lonny Magazine. Jamie is a Raleigh, North Carolina interior designer, owner of Furbish Interiors and author of blog fan favorite, iSuwannnee. North Carolina in the news for something awesome. . . We deserve it don't you think?

So many southern homes host the traditional glassed in sun room, including mine. After 4 years, our's still stands as it did right after we finished construction. Our "safe" bland walls and beige furniture only add to my lack of creativity when it comes to my own space. Jamie added warmth through multiple layers and made a space that can be so darn challenging, seem achievable.

Osbourne & Little's Coronata Star wallpaper adorns the ceiling and makes for sweet dreams for baby! Grasscloth wallpaper add's a feeling of coziness and makes me want to fall fast asleep. The modern crib is the perfect complement to other eclectic pieces in the room.

Traditional Curtains and pillows are balanced with a neutral color palate, the Moroccan rug and animal print ottoman.

This is my dream room. The oversized chandelier (from Oly Studios) hung directly over the coffee table , creates the perfect focal point for the living room.

If you don't already subscribe to Jamie's blog, go to http://www.isuwannee.com/ and see what she is up too whenever you wish!

Happy Mothers Day to all you mommy's out there!

Cheers,

Tay

Pushing Forward: Lizanne Shaver Redefines Design

Have you ever met someone who is so creative that you literally know that they are capable of creating anything? A person whose creative energy is so intense that you are virtually held captive as you watch them work? That is the exact way I felt the first time I was invited into Lizanne Shaver home. It was a cold winter morning and her office was stocked full of priceless fabrics strewn throughout the open room. There were faux fur hand bags in one stack, little girl's couture skirts in another; and in yet another leather table skirts for a sample sale the next day. She walked me through her studio in a creative frenzy of excitement and I knew she was someone who has exactly what it takes to accomplish what ever it is her heart desires.

Naughty by Nature: The organic twig chandelier in the Sun Room pulls the outside in and unites the two spaces.

Lizanne Shaver is wife to Brad and mommy to Mary Hunter (15), Pierson (13) and Liam (11).She describes herself as a "lacoste" girl, traditional since she was eight years old. All that and more, she still like's to "funk it up," and to be "a little bit naughty in life." A little over ten years ago, she started Lizanne Shaver Design. Originally focusing on drapery, she quickly moved into accessories. Nine years ago, she started the company Loop de Loops, bringing preppy fabric belts to stores like Fred Segal, Snappy Turtle and Nordstroms. Today, Lizanne Shaver Design is pushing forward with custom interior design, furniture re designs and just about every way to make her clients home's uniquely theirs.

Current Obsessions

Functionality: Furniture should move with in the home. It should be easily transported and reused with in the home s necessary.

A historic chest gracefully connects the Living Room to the hallway.

• Art: Lizanne is ALWAYS obsessed with art. She has an impressive track record of identifying emerging artists and has built a valuable art collection honing in her talent. The collection is showcased throughout her home.

A painting by Mary Boxley Bullington showcases in the kitchen. Her whimsical work is thickly layered with literary symbolism as Mary herself has a PhD in literature. To see more of her work, contact Allison Sprock Gallery in Charlotte, NC.

• Objects: She is in love with the way "that one object" can transform a room. Look though out her home for perfectly placed coral and figurines and you will immediately understand the visual impact that such small additions can make to a room.

The Foo Dog's in the dining room take center stage.

• Neutral Palettes with Color Bursts: She believes in starting with neutral tones and then adding back in bursts of strong colors. Right now she is loving silvery tones as the perfect foundation for adding color bursts. The neutrals make the perfect backdrop for making fun changes seasonally.

"It's like a mood ring. What colors can you make POP and make it unique and your own."

• Add Seasonal Fun: Lizanne love's to accent her home with pieces that are reflective of the current season. Presently, she has a love of coral and has it placed throughout the home in such a way that one cant help but dream of future beach trips and afternoon cocktails by the pool.

Coral takes a darker side with a cool black shade; a drastic contrast to the slipcovered couch and beach artwork.

• The Client/Family: As a designer she becomes obsessed with the family for whom she is working. Identifying and fulfilling there needs.

The Shaver Residence

The Shaver's personal residence is the perfect reflection of Lizanne's attention to detail, to a deeper knowledge of design concepts and to the unique aesthetic that identifies her.

The Impact Of the Entry

The Parlour Room

The richness of the front parlour room is highlighted by the custom hand painted bronze paint and pastel panels. The Capiz shell chandelier adds ambiance and a feeling of lightness. The Flokati rug balances the weight and brings warmth and coziness to the space.

The girls portraits by acclaimed artist Eloise Gamble literally pop off of the walls.

The center table is a flea market find that has served it's time in many different rooms in the house. Originally gold with glass tops, Lizanne treated the table to "robins egg" blue paint in a high gloss lacquer, new wooden tops covered in cream leather and detailed with cream grommets. The pillows are current West Elm and the historical french chairs are covered in lux Fortuny Fabric.

The Living Room

Lizanne sets a cool neutral tone with soft pink walls, black trim and silver upholstered custom furniture. The Mid-Century shines here with her use of a leucite cascading side table and a funky gold arc lamp from Slate Interiors.

The focal point of the room is undoubtedly the portrait of four-year old Liam by Richard Fennel. Famous for his landscape work, the portrait of Liam sets the tone for the playful room and adds that burst of color that she is known for.

Small objects, strategically place on the coffee table beg you to explore their history. Three small clay figurines representing her children where a collaboration with the artist Jennifer Kincaid. A tiny piece of coral is a seasonal reminder that summer is almost here.

The Dining Room

The chocolate-brown wallpaper adorning the dining room was hand sewn with silk ribbon. Vintage high back chairs with leucite legs were upholstered in faux leather and make for a safe kids zone. The traditional table and chest add wealth and glamour to the room.

Ann Carrington's British Flag done in buttons with a lacquer frame and gold matte is a show stopper at the dinner table.

The Sun Room

The red lacquer coffee table a personal favorite of Lizanne's, was a splurge from creme dela creme, online store 1st dibs.com. The side chairs have been recovered in Trina Turk fabric. The chandelier was once chocolate-brown but was treated to a pure white high gloss finish. A true sign of how her work reflects just a bit of "naughty."

Although a "flea" find, this vintage asian piece symbolizes happiness.

Figurines by the artist Jennifer Kincaid meaningfully connect the Sun Room to the Kitchen.

The Kitchen

Palm Beach flea market artwork makes for the most creative backdrop.

Instead of the traditional island, the kitchen table and vintage chairs give the feeling of being privilege to an elite chef's tasting.

I hope you loved Lizanne Shaver's home as much as I did! For more information on her interior design and availability, please contact her at 704-502-8362 or at 3lizanne@gmail.com.

Cheers to you all!

Tay