interior home: July 2012

Luxe Lodge

Black stained oak chest, hair on hide bench, cozy fabrics and wallcoverings,wool throw blankets and a bowl full of antlers... It's 100 degrees in Austin right now, but now I'm dreaming of fall.

Check out this latest ad from Schumacher. Luxe Lodge Fall 2012. The mirror and lamps are their newest introductions.

Reese Witherspoon’s home in Ojai, California

from the current issue of Elle Decor

Design of a House: Good vs. Exceptional Design

Bonin Architects believes in curtailing the negative impact of construction on the natural environment, reducing consumption of non-renewable resources, minimizing waste, and promoting a healthy living environment.

Good design is the first step towards a sustainable future. Exceptional design of a housewill:

Reduce the size of your new house. A thoughtful, simplified and intuitive house design results in a more efficient house plan.
Integrate your home with its natural surroundings, take advantage of natural features and extend your living space beyond the walls of your home.

Minimize operating and maintenance costs. As fuel and material prices rise, an efficient home will consume less fuel, while durable materials and high quality construction will limit maintenance costs.
Prove to be a wise investment. Elegant house plan designs that anticipate future changes in technology, use and lifestyle retain their value.

Bonin Architects has architects and landscape architectswho deliver inspirational design solutions, quality client service, superior communication and a personalized project approach.

The greatest opportunity for a well designed home lies in the onset of the process…call us or visit our website for more information on the process of designing a house that maximizes positive effects and reduces negative impact on your family and the environment.

summer style

I rearranged my foyer table and replaced my entry mat with this one from Privet House for Target. I painted my nails blue too. Happy Summer!

Luxe for Less: double gourd lamp

Family Circle arrived today. Don't judge, it was a freebie subscription. And I was stunned to find this double gourd ceramic lamp for just $40 from jcp.com. It even includes the linen shade and reviews are all favorable. I have never given JC Penny a thought. I'm a fan now. Of JC Penny and Family Circle magazine.