Less is More and More is More: Minimalist and Maximalist Interiors

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Less is More and More is More: Minimalist and Maximalist Interiors

Let's talk about minimalism and maximalism today. Both are very "in" right now in the design world. If anything, it feels like minimalism is on its way out while maximalism is on its way in. However, will either truly be out of style? We think not. We feel torn when it comes to these two very different styles. It's like choosing between birthday cake and birthday pie. You love both, but for completely different reasons.

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California Boho Style Airbnb House

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California Boho Style Airbnb House

Have you suddenly had the itch to hang a basket on your wall? California-inspired bohemian modern decor is coming on strong these days. My family of three traveled west to Summerland, California, near Santa Barbara, earlier this summer and stayed in the MOST lovely Airbnb. It perfectly illustrated the sweet simplicity of California boho style. 

This was our first trip with our daughter who was nine months at the time, and we vowed to stay somewhere so pretty that we didn't resent our baby when we had to be in the house at an early bedtime. It is very important not to be mad at your adorable baby while trying to relax on vacation. And look just how lovely our home away from home was!

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D.C. Home Styling Before and After: Boho Eclectic Town Home

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D.C. Home Styling Before and After: Boho Eclectic Town Home

Susannah and P Dave Larson are Whole Enchilada e-styling clients in Washington, D.C. We recently put together a styling plan for their living room. Below is a before and after of one corner of their apartment–Susannah's home office and indoor garden. Below are the steps we advised for this space and photos showing the finished product.

 

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from Country French to Bohemian Modern: The story of my living room

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from Country French to Bohemian Modern: The story of my living room

Welcome to my current living room.

This is the story of my living room, dining room, and adult life. Dramatic, but true.

Much like religion and politics, a lot of folks start out just doing what their parents do in their homes. Just-bought-my-first-house-Ashley Daly was no different. Gilded things, Country French, brushed bronze, frosted light shades, yellow walls, and bunnies everywhere. A lovely space, but not quite my own.

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Elements of a Good Front Porch

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Elements of a Good Front Porch

Shared some crucial front-porch-sitting information over on The Noshery today. Read a snippet below. Elements of a Good Front Porch

I’ve always been like that character from Bewitched, Gladys Kravitz, who would keep creepy close watch on her neighbors. Blasphemous as it sounds, Ms. Cravitz didn’t have her snooping down just right though. Peering through curtains with binoculars is suspect, but you know what’s not? Sitting on your front porch, having a spiked lemonade and seemingly watching traffic.

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