Elegant Abode

twin beds

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Fri, 11 Jul 2014 17:19:00 +0000

Inspired by a client request for twin beds, we found some inspirational rooms we would like to share. Now, not just for children, designers are using the age old layout and symmetry of paired beds for double wow factor. Something below to suit every style.

via The Elegant Abode Pinterest

Ariana

colors of spring

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Fri, 16 May 2014 23:27:00 +0000

Its that time of year again, Spring. We are feeling inspired by all the fresh flowers and beautiful colors blossoming around us. Here are some palettes we are using in our work inspired by spring.

Via Pinterest

Ariana

an elegant halloween

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 14:03:00 +0000

Halloween isn't only for kids. Here are some ideas for Halloween decor with an elegant touch.

via

Happy Halloween!

xoxo

Ariana

laid back plaid

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 19:57:00 +0000

As the air gets crisper and cooler I've been finding myself gravitating toward warm, rustic plaids for different accessories. I have always liked the look of plaids for clothing but not necessarily for the home… all that is now changing. Whether it's for an accent pillow, throw blanket or even upholstered chair, plaid adds a hint of country which speaks to me as super cozy. Just make sure to pair it with more modern items so that your space doesn't end up looking "granny".

via

~Ali

illuminating your kitchen

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Fri, 11 Oct 2013 15:54:00 +0000

The right lighting is crucial to make any space spectacular and in a kitchen, it can make or break the room. While recessed lights are simple and brighten the room as a whole, task and ambient lighting make the biggest impact both visually and functionally. They will direct light where you need it most and make your prepping and cooking a whole lot easier. But don't just throw in a few pendants and call it a day - have fun with your choices and get creative! Below are some examples of kitchens with lighting done right.

Some people think of sconces only for a living room or above a bathroom vanity, but they can be placed strategically over the kitchen sink or next to a large stove as an alternative

or addition to recessed lighting.

via

Under counter lighting helps illuminate perimeter countertops while in-cabinet lighting

adds a special ambiance to the room.

via

This kitchen uses beautiful flush mounts in replace of recessed lighting.

via

These gorgeous gold pendants are the perfect proportion for this room. A mistake we often see made in kitchens is dinky pendant lighting over the island. Make sure you choose something that will visually fill the space and also give your island the amount of light it deserves.

via

In-kitchen dining is another place you shouldn't skimp on lighting. A pendant or chandelier grounds the area and makes it look like it belongs there.

via

Have a great weekend!

Ali

reclaimed bath vanities

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Wed, 09 Oct 2013 15:10:00 +0000

We are totally inspired by an amazing reclaimed bath vanity we just came across . Loving the new trend to take old furniture and use it as a vanity table in a powder room or master bath. The best way to make it functional is to have your contractor retrofit the top with marble. Below are some examples.

via pinterest

xoxo

Ariana

fall is here

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Thu, 03 Oct 2013 20:13:00 +0000

Fall is here. Love this time of year! I get very excited about the beautiful changing leaves, the chill in the air and the desire to get cozy at home with the kids. Here are a few tips to make your home feel ready for fall.

Get some beautiful urns from your nursery and fill them with orange mums.

Get a shag rug to warm up a space and add the cozy factor you will crave in the winter months.

Spray paint pumpkins and gords and incorporate gold colored glasses and plates at your next dinner party.

Change out pillows and duvets to reflect the season. Its an inexpensive way to update your home and keep if feeling fresh.

Get a new Moroccan area rug. They are warm and inviting, yet sophisticated and timeless.

Enjoy fall.

Via

http://www.pinterest.com/TheElegantAbode/pins/

Check out for more inspiration. We are love Pinterest!!

xoxo

Ariana

white on white

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 16:53:00 +0000

We always get complemented on our clean and simple look. Sometimes the best way to freshen up your space is to just go white. Below are some examples of white rooms done really right.

via Pinterest

Ariana

trunk love

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:00 +0000

We love it when furniture can serve more than one purpose. Especially when the second purpose is storage - who doesn't need a little more storage in their home? That's why we love a good old fashioned trunk! They add an old world feel to any space while providing a hiding place for a ridiculously large magazine collection - or whatever else needs hiding.

Here's one of the living rooms we've done in the past:

via

And a few more inspiring trunk uses:

via

*Ali

porch sitters

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:20:00 +0000

The weather is warming up... time to go outside and take a few minutes a day to just kick back and relax! I've been looking around for some new seating to create the perfect outdoor living space and thought I would share some of the fun things I have found. (I am not recommending these together for a "look" - not at all). More of a mixture of different pieces I thought were interesting and beautiful during my search!

Sourced from: 1. Serena & Lily 2. Terrain 3. Ballard Designs 4. Horchow 5. Horchow 6. Terrain 7. RH

Now go outside and relax!

*Ali

color inspiration: purple & green

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:05:00 +0000

It's Spring! Let the colors outside of your house speak to the design inside of your home. Purple and green go naturally together. They don't compete, they just complement one another. So, why not use them to bring a little bit of color into your space.

via

All in moderation, though, please. We do not recommend going and painting an entire room purple or green and then filling it with like colored furniture. It's best to take an otherwise neutral palette and play it up with these beautiful colors. Here are a few examples of the combo put together in fun, yet sophisticated ways.

via

*Ali

canopy beds

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:54:00 +0000

We are absolutely loving canopy beds these days. There are so many interesting ones out there and they're a breath of fresh air from the upholstered headboards we see everywhere.

via The Elegant Abode Pinterest

xoxo

Ariana

recipe for a sexy home

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 01:53:00 +0000

This house has basically got it all... a dash of funk, a hint of rustic, a heap of old world, a sprinkle of modern and a whole lot of sex appeal. What an amazing combination of all things beautiful. They did black and white the right way - not even close to boring. I would love to hang out in this living room or curl up in that plush white bed.

via Lonny

*Ali

out with the old in with the traditional

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:05:00 +0000

I'm not sure if it's my new surroundings of Connecticut, but I'm really loving traditional design more and more lately. There is something very cool about appreciating and incorporating traditional design in your home. Below are some examples of traditional style infused with personality.

via The Elegant Abode Pinterest

xoxo

Ariana

lazy sunday

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 19:48:00 +0000

It's been awhile since I've had a nice relaxing Sunday. New home + new baby = no free time! But today the hubby and I have decided that besides a little light cleaning, we get to nap and relax when baby does! So cheers to a long overdue lazy Sunday!

via First Home

*Ali

everything copper

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 20:41:00 +0000

I love the look a good copper accessory can bring into a home. Like gold, it adds a little something special instead of plain old stainless steel. Here are a few copper beauties I've come across in my daily searches that I thought I would share with you all today!

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10

*Ali

welcome to the burbs!

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Sat, 02 Jun 2012 16:48:00 +0000

Today is a big day for our city girl, Ariana, as she and her family move out of NYC and into a beautiful house in Connecticut! It's going to be quite a change for my Brooklyn born-and-raised design partner in crime but I know she'll transition just fine... plus it's a much quicker drive to me now! Since she posted such beautiful photos of country homes for me when I moved out of the city, I would like to give her some lovely inspiration in return. Hello to a quieter, slower paced, more relaxed way of life...

photos via Skona Hem

*Ali

hello gorgeous

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Wed, 23 May 2012 19:36:00 +0000

A little obsessed with these gold painted beams and doors...

via Everything Fabulous

*Ali

fun with stripes

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:00:00 +0000

Not only do I have an unhealthy obsession with stripes for clothing, I also think stripes can do wonders in a home. On a pillow, on a wall or covering a piece of furniture... I wouldn't start adding them to every room in the house but, a little here and there can add that punch of fun that a space may be otherwise lacking.

via Prepfection

via The House Home

via HGTV

via Coastal Living

via Elements of Style

via La Belle Vie

*Ali

warm sunny days

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:33:00 +0000

The days are getting warmer and warmer and the sun is shining. Oh, how I've been loving finally being able to go out and sit on my new porch swing and stare off at all of the beautiful trees and flowers! Now if only I had a big swimming pool in the back yard, life would be perfect...

sources unknown (been on my computer too long!)

decorative doors

noreply@blogger.com (Ali) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:24:00 +0000

Think a door has to be plain white or wood? Think again... here are some fun ways to dress up your doors and add a little style to your passageways!

Repurpose an old barn door to add a beautiful, rustic feel.

via The Nate Show

Paint it blue! Or gray, or yellow, or any color you dare!

via Pinterest

Dark wood and steel give quite a sophisticated appeal.

via A Life's Design

Lose the boring rectangle and make it an arch!

via Full House

Add a little Moroccan flavor...

Search for some old, worn out church doors or other ornate beauties.

via Lordship Park

Add some fun molding to create a geometric, glam look.

via Pinterest

*Ali

greece "around the world friday"

noreply@blogger.com (Ariana) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:02:00 +0000

Lets go to Greece on this Friday. Majestic, understated and functional decor dictate this country's interiors. Love the use of blues and whites as a color palette.

via The ElegantAbode Pinterest

via Apartment Therapy