Lemon Macaron

The Perfect Guest Room Essentials

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 04 Sep 2015 15:00:00 +0000

It's Labor Day Weekend! We're headed up to our lake house and looking forward to hosting some good friends over the holiday. With that in mind, I've been making a list of the little details that would make any guest more comfortable...

Fresh flowers on the nightstand are top of my list...

Fancy water in glass bottles is so much nicer than plastic Crystal Geiser bottles...

A luxe candle is a must...

Byredo candle

...As are a dish of matchbooks with delightful covers. (If you like matchbook art, this Instagram account is very cute.)

Upgrade your tissue box situation with this sleek alternative to the cardboard pattern box they come in....

Container Store tissue holder

A stack of fresh, fluffy towels already in the room makes guests feel more at home.

D Porthault violettes lilac towels

Vintage luggage racks are an unexpected but welcome touch.

vintage luggage rack

Make sure you have plenty of hangers lined up and ready for use in the guest room closet.

velvet hangers

Soft throw blankets will keep your guests feeling cozy and spoiled.

Yves Delorme lilac throw

Lastly, a guest book on the nightstand for visitors to write in is a fun record of all the friends and family who've spent time in your home.

guest book

Hope everyone has a happy and safe Labor Day!

JMI E-Design Has Arrived!

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 17:16:00 +0000

Happy Friday, everyone!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our e-design service here at Jennifer Muirhead Interiors.

What is e-design, you're wondering? Why, dear reader, I'm so glad you asked!

E-design is the perfect way to work with us even if you're not located in the Los Angeles area, or if you're someone who might not need our full range of services and prefer to work at your own pace.

Our e-design client is someone who wants to utilize our creative services but isn't afraid to tackle the execution on his or her own.

But how does it all work, you ask? The process is simple: you tell us what you need and how much you want to spend, send us room measurements (which we will walk you through, step by step) and a few photos, and in 4-6 weeks, we send you a fully customized plan, tailored to your lifestyle and budget.

What you'll receive from us is a vision board that helps you understand how the room will look in the end, a to-scale floor plan mapping out where each piece should be placed and a complete shopping list detailing where and exactly what to purchase. To make your life easier, we'll also include a set of portable swatch books--one for fabric and paint, the other featuring furniture, accessories and art--that you can toss in a bag to take shopping.

Want to learn more? Interested parties should check out the E-Design tab on our website.

Cheers to the weekend!

Raising a Glass: My Favorite Glassware of the Moment

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 07:00:00 +0000

This summer was a rough one on our drinking glasses so it's time for some new ones. A simple enough task, you say? Just pop over to Target and pick some up, you say? Ha. Interior designers are raging perfectionists who've put a convenient professional sheen over their disorder.

So indulge me while I run down my list of contenders for new drinking glasses:

My go-to for years was the CB2 Marta tumbler, but I've had to constantly replace them, which is getting annoying. That doesn't stop me from admiring their newer, more colorful model, though:

CB2

Up in Lake Arrowhead, we're really embracing the country vibe, so we use the blue Ball mason jars. Should I go country in the city?

The Pioneer Woman

I also really love Crate and Barrel's multi-use working glasses. I seem to always be short on food storage containers, and I'd like to move away from all the plastic. Seems a good option, no?

Crate and Barrel

However, I also love the graceful spin Williams-Sonoma put on the working glasses. It's more of a Euro bistro vibe, which makes sense as they're made by Duralex, a mainstay of the French cafe scene:

Williams-Sonoma

C and I were out to dinner recently at Blue Plate Oysterette and were really taken with the whole East Coast vibe in there. They have these cute recycled wine bottle tumblers that were so fun.

Amazon

A recent favorite source for dinnerware (and everything else, really) is Farmhouse Pottery, so I definitely had to check out their offerings. I really love the double wall glasses that hold both hot and cold drinks. And they're so pretty (let's be honest--this is my priority)!

Farmhouse Pottery

And I couldn't resist these delicate beauties. The description claims they work for hot or cold drinks as well, but I'm not totally convinced of their strength. Don't want to have to order new ones constantly. Gorgeous, though, right?

Farmhouse Pottery

Schoolhouse Electric always has something special on tap, and these petite stacking tumblers don't disappoint. If only I could have mine on permanent display next to a cute bottle of ginger beer. Also, I've noticed that men generally prefer larger glasses (Why is this? Do you find this to be true, too?) so these might be out of the running.

Schoolhouse Electric

Heath Ceramics is another of my very favorites when it comes to tableware. The simple beauty of these super durable, streamlined glasses, also by French company Duralex, is refreshing.

Heath Ceramics

While I was on their site, I noticed they carry the Soma water carafe and filter. I've heard such amazing things about this--have you? Has anyone tried it? I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Heath Ceramics

Decisions, decisions...What's your favorite? Have any in mind that I didn't include here?

Restaurant Design: Nopi London (Or How Many Times Can I Write the Word "Brass" in a Single Post?)

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 19:43:00 +0000

Hi everyone! Hope you're all enjoying your summer and getting to log some travel miles while you're at it. Speaking of, I'm just back from London which has quickly become my favorite city. I'm sure I said this about 273 times while I was there but, I'd move there in a heartbeat!

I was there once before in college and this was a much different experience. We had a child-free week (Sorry P. We'll bring you next time!) of amazing restaurants, site seeing and Wimbledon madness.

Back to design: the best, best, best meal we had was at Yotam Ottenlenghi's Soho restaurant, Nopi. The food could be a whole other blog post, it was that delicious, but round these parts, we stick to the pretty stuff...

Black, white, brass--all the things I love in life.

Touches of brass throughout created the vintage yet modern atmosphere.

These oversized brass books in the downstairs dining room are genius. I especially love how they were repeated in rows on each wall.

Obligatory #infiniteselfie that I took in the mirrored WC. #designdork

The Strawberry Rose Petal Mess was another level of dessert. Recipe here.

And a little inspo board for those of you into the Nopi look.

Brass hanger // Paint color // Brass pendant // Table // Scandi chair // Dishware // Flatware // Brass napkin ring // Mirrored screen // Brass vase // Brass accent table // Ottolenghi cook book

Hancock Park Refresh Photos

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 15 May 2015 07:00:00 +0000

Happy Friday everyone! We've had a busy few weeks here at JMI, completing a bunch of mini-installations and wrapping up one of my favorite client's homes with a fun photo shoot for the old portfolio.

I posted some cell pics a few weeks back, but I'm excited to share the professional shots, courtesy of the amazing photographer, Jayme Burrows.

I started working with these clients about a year or so ago. They were looking to move their daughter out of her nursery and into a "big girl" room. I had recently gone through this momentous transition myself with Penelope, so I was really excited for them.

We ended up using a lot of her daughter's own artwork on the walls, which is one of my favorite things to do in kids' rooms.

We even left her chalkboard art on her easel for some authenticity.

A short while later, I was tasked with the happy job of creating a nursery space for their soon-to-be-born baby boy. We kept things modern but not overtly masculine and were pretty much ready to go when he arrived!

Things moved on to the dining room and living room after that. I am completely obsessed with the rug we sourced for the dining room. (Yay, etsy!)

My favorite shot of the day...

Just a little corner of the master...

We were really happy with how everything turned and the clients' couldn't have been lovelier or more fun to work with. I hope they enjoy their new space!

Coming Soon: Jennifer Muirhead Interiors Office Update!

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 24 Apr 2015 07:00:00 +0000

Hi ya'll! It's been a few years since I've done anything to my office/studio which sometimes doubles as a guest room. I've been pretty happy with the Parker Palm Springs vibes that I've been working over here, but I've got the itch to switch things up.

Since hiring an assistant a few months back and adopting a dog who's constantly in and out, the office space is seeing much more activity than when it was just little old me. So here's what's inspiring me to bring a fresh look to our office:

I'm looking for soothing neutrals with lots of textural interest...

Someplace to corral all of my pretties...

Lots of bright light...

And plenty of space to spread out!

I'll keep you posted!

Client Project Update

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 18:04:00 +0000

Happy Friday and Happy Spring everyone! Hope you all have some fantastic plans. We'll be celebrating with a couple of French 77s (our new favorite--see an easy adaptation here).

This was a busy week for us at JMI, but the highlight for sure was finishing up a living and dining room area in a long-time clients' home. They are the sweetest, coolest family and I had so much fun working with them. I hope to have the whole place photographed professionally soon, but here are some phone pics of the living and dining areas that I wanted to share:

It's really hard to tell in these photos but the wall color may be favorite yet (Benjamin Moore Wickham Gray).

Don't mind the kiddo kitchen in the corner there!

I had to get this a picture of the chandelier with the lights on--it's so good.

Cocktails, anyone?

Cheers! xoxo

#ProjectLakeHouse

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 10:00:00 +0000

Happy Friday!

Last year was kind of an insane year for our family for all sorts of reasons, and there are no signs of things slowing down, so we've been looking for a place to get away to on the weekends (or even play hooky during the week!). Someplace that's within driving distance that we could run off to at a moment's notice (i.e, not have to worry about packing), and we kind of settled on Lake Arrowhead. Ahh... Even just typing it, I can feel my blood pressure dropping.

Ninety minutes from us, we found a little slice of heaven to escape to. At least, it will be once I get my little fingers on it. It's definitely a fixer of the late 90's variety: lots of tongue and groove (that's T&G to you city folk), weird paint applications and lacquer. So. Much. Lacquer. Exhibit A:

Exhibit B, etc...:

Need I go on? This does not sway me at all. I have faith in the power of white paint. I'm thinking modern rustic. I'm thinking locally sourced antiques meets West Elm meets etsy. Some pictures so you can see where my heads at:

It's all cosmetic, really. And at the end of the day, it's all about this view:

Sigh...

Hope you'll follow along as we update our woodsy weekend abode!

Spring Inspirations

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 22:05:00 +0000

The changing of the season is just around the corner, and I have transition on my mind. Lots of exciting things happening in both my work and personal life, one of which is the launch of my new website. You can check it out here, if you're feeling so inclined:

www.jennifermuirheadinteriors.com

Some images that are currently inspiring me...

Inspired By

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 04:01:00 +0000

Happy New Year! 2014 has come and gone; time to start afresh again. Here's what's inspiring me in 2015…

Pantone Color of the Year 2014: Radiant Orchid

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Mon, 16 Dec 2013 06:06:00 +0000

By now, everyone knows that the Pantone Color of the Year 2014 is Radiant Orchid. That's fancy speak for purple, and I'm 100% on board with this. Here are a few of my favorite orchid-ish moments in design:

Madeline Weinrib Luce fabric via Pinterest

Angie Hranowsky does purple so well! via

Love the hit of violet in this gorgeous rug via

Ginnifer Goodwin's Nickey Kehoe-designed home. I've literally had dreams about this ottoman.

Flora is my favorite way to add a hit of purple. I particularly love potted lavender.

Aerin Lauder's anemones are striking against the blue and green.

What do you think? Will you be adding a little radiant orchid to your home?

Fur Throws For Fall

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 11 Oct 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Fur throws, faux or the real thing, are catching my eye as of late. Blame it on the dip in the thermostat, but these images make me want to curl up with a cup of something hot and good book.

What say you? Are you into this look now that chillier nights are upon us? Or is it all a little too Game of Thrones for you?

All images via Pinterest

Obsessed! Jennifer Meyer for J.Crew

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:40:00 +0000

Completely obsessed with the new Jennifer Meyer collection for J. Crew. What a genius collaboration--what took them so long?!

Couldn't help wandering over to the Barney's website to check out the rest of Jennifer's line. Oh, diamonds. You're so pretty.

What do you think of the J.Crew collab?

See J.Crew collection here and Jennifer Meyer collection here

Weekend Update: (A Totally Unprofessional) Home Office Reveal

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:20:00 +0000

Hi guys! How was everyone's weekend? Ours was a mix of work and play: I had an installation on Saturday morning (more on that coming soon), so we took it easy Saturday night. P had her first ballet recital on Sunday and it was SO sweet.

Over the weekend, I was thinking about how far I've come with all the work we've been doing on our home, but I've been reluctant to share it here because it's not "perfect." But I also don't really believe in "perfect," particularly when it comes to someone's living space. What I like is "lived in," and so without further ado, here is my very "lived in" office, complete with a stack of unfiled papers. A few months back, this was a spider colony...

I love being able to look out into my backyard all day.

My favorite part of the whole space is this vintage oil painting I picked up in Palm Springs.

My thrift shop horse hooks earning their keep.

Remember these chairs? They finally got a facelift with this Caitlin Wilson fabric.

The giant cork board is actually a murphy bed for out of town guests (we're not desperate for visitors or anything...)

It's definitely more feminine in here than any other room in the house, but I really wanted it to feel different. I can't wait to come out here every morning and feel so lucky to have a space of my own. I know these pictures are kinda fuzzy cell pics and you can see all my messiness, but I really wanted to push myself on this particular issue. Thanks for letting me share!

Legends 2013: Blogger Breakfast

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Yesterday I had the opportunity to mingle with some local designers and bloggers at the Legends 2013 Merida blogger breakfast. It was such a nice change of pace to get to do some socializing with others who are in a similar situation to me. Working from home is a dream but can be very isolating at times.

The lounge was set up in the sweet little courtyard behind Lee Stanton. Some cute details from the lounge...

I stayed for a panel discussion on customization with Tim Campbell and Malcom James Kutner, and I'm so glad I did. It's always really inspiring and validating to hear such amazing designers speak about their work.

I'm not sure I'll be able to attend any of the events tomorrow, but I'm definitely in for next year!

Candles Are My Crack (Also Lip Gloss and Throw Pillows)

noreply@blogger.com (Lemon Macaron) — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:49:00 +0000

I'm a terrible snob about candles. Some of the more popular brands, which shall go unnamed today, give me the worst headaches and trigger my asthma. And I really dislike anything that smells like a baked good. I know it may seem crazy to spend a lot on a candle, but here's why I think it's worth it: remember that friend's house growing up that had that weird smell? Yeah. Scent is such a strong memory-association trigger, isn't it?

The following are gorgeous and of the best quality--no synthetic blueberry pie scents in the bunch.

Diptyque Baies has been my old standby for years...

Lemon Macaron

The Perfect Guest Room Essentials

JMI E-Design Has Arrived!

Raising a Glass: My Favorite Glassware of the Moment

Restaurant Design: Nopi London (Or How Many Times Can I Write the Word "Brass" in a Single Post?)

Hancock Park Refresh Photos

Coming Soon: Jennifer Muirhead Interiors Office Update!

Client Project Update

#ProjectLakeHouse

Spring Inspirations

Inspired By

Pantone Color of the Year 2014: Radiant Orchid

Fur Throws For Fall

Obsessed! Jennifer Meyer for J.Crew

Weekend Update: (A Totally Unprofessional) Home Office Reveal

Legends 2013: Blogger Breakfast

Candles Are My Crack (Also Lip Gloss and Throw Pillows)

Weekend Update: An (Almost) Analog Weekend

Vintage Movie Posters As Art

Anna Wintour's Vogue Office: Get The Look

Weekend Update: Front Porch Reveal

Crate & Barrel's Clean Slate

Dining Room Art: Audobon Society Prints

Travel Tuesday: Scarpetta Miami

Back to Reality: Weekend (and Vacation!) Update

Bon Voyage!