Lounging with H&M

1. Fringed trimmed Cushion Cover, 2. Velvet Cushion Cover, 3. Small Metal Tray, 
4. Porcelain Teapot, 5. Scented Candle in Holder, 6. Spotted Porcelain Mug,
7. Velvet Dressing Gown, 8. Cashmere blend blanket

Minimal Selections from Target: It's All About White and Brass

1. Geometric Metal Small Table Lamp - $28.80, 2. Gold Mirrored Tray - $24.99, 
3. Metal Fur Stool - $69.99, 4. Round Mirror Brass - $49.99, 
5. Brass Decorative Figurine - $19.99 

Home Decor Envy: The Converted Ballroom

Elegant and timeless design by Steven Gambrel of S.R. Gambrel Inc. Steven's fresh and innovative approach to color and form has been widely celebrated in magazines and newspapers, including House & Garden, Elle Décor, Interior Design, Departures, New York Times, and New York Magazine.

Contemporary Family Rooms: Selections from Elle Decor

Photos: Elle Decor Lookbook

Who said that family rooms have to be full of clutter, messy, and boring? Here are three examples of stylish, contemporary rooms where kids can play and guests can be entertained!

Sophisticated Rooms by Katie Ridder

Here are only a few of the gorgeous and sophisticated rooms that Katie Ridder, one of my favourite interior designers, has created. Katie' work has been featured in the best shelter magazines and her name is always found in the “Top 100 designers”  lists of high-profile magazines such as the New York magazine, Elle Decor and House Beautiful.  

A Touch of Yellow..

Source: Savvy Home

...from an unlikely source: National Geographic magazine. Yes, simple objects which you already have in your house can transform a room if placed properly. This is what the people behind Tilton Fenwick, a boutique interior design firm, have done in this space and it makes all the difference!

Home Decor Envy: A Living Room

Ahhh, a high ceiling, a dark wooden floor, and gorgeous furniture with a touch of colour! Yep, this space is officially included among my favourites, and yes, it has received Jonathan Adler's magic touch! 

Home Decor Envy: The Minimal Living / Dining Room

Photos: by Skona Hem

Great scandinavian style; modern, minimal and chic! 

Home Decor Envy: A Gallery-Like Living Room

Source: Architectural Digest

An understated white fireplace surround blends into the gallery-like living room of a New York City apartment decorated by Penny Drue Baird of Dessins. The rectilinear two-shelf mantelpiece complements the bold artwork and provides additional space to display sculpture and objects.

Home Decor Envy: Jackie Astier's Apartment

Jackie Astier, the well known stylist and editor who embraces maximalism, is photographed in her fabulous New York apartment for the latest issue of Elle Decor. I love her library and living room!

My Favorite Elle Decor Rooms for 2011

As 2011 comes to an end, the editors of Elle Decor magazine asked design insiders to share the rooms that left a lasting impression on them this year. Thirty rooms got the highest number of votes and you can see and be inspired from them by visiting the magazine's website. Here you can see my selections, the five rooms that have stolen my heart!

Home Decor Envy: Living Rooms

Source: The Design Traveller