From the Showhouse to your House: Instant Mouldings

This idea instantly caught my attention. 

It adds whimsy and style in a way that using real moulding could not; you could interpret this idea to any style of moulding. Find inspiration in houses, buildings or retailers who specialize in wood trim and moulding like Dykes Lumber (dykeslumber.com).

Inspiration from House Beautiful

Here I applied the technique in a older teen's room that is full of glam! We opted to keep the faux moulding light in color. The wall and ceiling were done in a pearlized paint. The room has such a personality and style unique to the girl that inhabits it (notice no pics were taken of the floor area!) and the moulding speaks to that.

  

I can think of so many places that this could work to bring in that unexpected element that I love so much.  (Think basements, mudrooms, bathrooms- anyplace where the wood mouldings were an afterthought.)

But remember this trompe l'oeil effect is not for the uptight perfectionist; it is meant to be kept simple because it is a loose interpretation of the real thing.

Inspire yourself.

Dawn

Consider This: Bench Stools

In order to blog more often, I'm going to change up the format of the blog a bit.  I'm still going to post the occasional project or bright idea, but I also want to be an inside source for you on all things design and lifestyle.   

I  am loving this idea of counter/bar height benches at kitchen islands. The look is eye-catching as well as practical. They are easy to keep straight and orderly. They are perfect for someone who wants the seating but does not want all the legs and clutter. Why not mix it up with one bench and a few stools? As shown you can go with a back or backless.

From Houzz

From Decor Magazine

As a designer I like to incorporate the unexpected into a space, but it has to work too. To me this works on so many levels- not to mention the comfort it gives for curling up and the occasional oversized bum!  

Please feel free to leave any comments- tell me a design dilemma I can help you with or a topic you'd like me to inspire you on!

Inspire yourself. 

Dawn