tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53298938554017409132024-03-13T02:26:09.484-07:00belle maison* inspirational finds and resources for creating a beautiful home *Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1399125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329893855401740913.post-44188823623555990052019-01-02T15:37:00.000-08:002019-01-27T10:55:30.953-08:00My Work: Eclectic Style Model Home, Southern California Hello my lovely readers! I'm still here, working away and keeping busier than ever. I've missed you all so much and have had some life-changing events happen recently that have re-inspired me to get back into blogging and connect more with the design world. I've been a busy mom to two boys (4 and 22 months) and am pregnant with our third - a baby GIRL due in September!!!<br />
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I'm still working full time as a designer for a firm specializing in designing and merchandising model homes - an industry that's booming and keeping us very busy with projects. It's a great job and I've had the privilege of designing, from top to bottom and everything in between, about 40+ homes in the last 3 years. Needless to say, I have a lot of projects to share with you and look forward to doing so over the next several months.<br />
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Today I wanted to share some raw/unedited/non-Photoshopped snapshots of a job I designed about 18 months ago. What really made this otherwise ordinary tract home stand out were the 13ft ceilings in the open living and kitchen area. I won't go too much into detail on this house (for lack of time today), but you'll get a peek at the Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom and Home Office. I hope you enjoy and find some inspiration here! <br />
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<img align="left" src="http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd408/lizzygal18/BelleMaison%20install/signature.png" style="border: 0pt none;" /><div class="blogger-post-footer">Design resources, inspiration, design blog, design advice, accessories, furniture, </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329893855401740913.post-76524393556165107012015-12-30T08:25:00.000-08:002016-01-04T12:58:31.036-08:00Hello! Happy New Year! I CAN'T believe it has been almost ONE YEAR since I've
written a blog post...I didn't write a single post in 2015! I'm still
here, still designing and staying busy. I'm still working full time as a
Project Manager for a design firm that specializes in designing and
merchandising model homes for new-home builders. My boys are now 3 1/2
and 16 months. Needless to say, life is BUSY and I had to cut out
certain things to make time for my family, one being Belle Maison :( But
I'm still keeping my blog up in hopes that I'll be able to blog in 2016
every now and then. I'd love to share several of the projects I've
worked on...I think I designed and installed 12 houses in 2015! I hope you are all well and wishing you a very Happy and Healthy year ahead!<br />
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<i>Well, it's time for me to accept that summer is officially over and Fall has arrived, something that's always a little tough for me since Summer is my favorite season! Although the weather here in southern California feels like the middle of July, that "fall feeling" is in the air and I'm looking forward to cooler weather arriving soon. To fully embrace the season changing, here are some of the things I look forward to most during fall.<b> What are you looking forward to most this season?</b></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b> No.2</b></i></span></span> - A great excuse to purchase some new pillows and a cozy throw for your living room sofa</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><i> No.3</i></b></span></span> - Homemade stews and soups - the season for comfort food!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b> No.4 </b></i></span></span>- Cozy nights curled up by the fire</div>
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Being a mother of two now has my world turned upside down! Luke, my 2 1/2 year old, loves his new baby brother but has his moments of jealousy and confusion. We've had to stay very patient with him and make sure to give lots of love and extra attention. Baby Jake is so precious and I am in LOVE! Here are some photos taken over the last month. Hopefully I'll find time to start blogging again one of these days. Until then, I'm enjoying my maternity leave and doing nothing but being a mommy and wife :)<br />
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I have one week to go before I'm officially on maternity leave and I'm really looking forward to the time off to finish "nesting." I don't know about any of you fellow mommies out there, but I've been a crazy organizing / cleaning / decorating machine the last 2 months! At times my husband thinks I've lost my mind but then I remind him that I'm nesting and it's something that's beyond my control!<br />
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Baby is due to arrive in just 2 1/2 weeks...here are some pics from the maternity shoot my cousin did for me at 36 weeks. I've enjoyed this pregnancy as it's been really easy - but man am READY to get this baby out and back to normal! I'll keep you posted on baby's arrival and hope to squeeze in some blog posts during my time off. Take care and have a fab week! xoxo<br />
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Happy Tuesday! I've missed my readers! It's been over a month since I last posted, which is certainly a record for me :( Life is just getting busier and busier; we just moved into a town-home from our 1 bedroom apartment, baby #2 is due in just 8 short weeks, work has been busy, and my 2-year old son never lets me sit down. Despite life's craziness, things are great and I'm very excited to meet the little guy in my belly that kicks me all day long! I'm trying to get in posts more often so please check back soon. Enjoy the rest of your week!<br />
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There's something special about incorporating a trunk into a space. Whether it's made of vintage leather, wood, metal or wicker, trunks or vintage luggage can really add charm and nostalgia to a home. They have to be one of the most versatile pieces of furniture too - you can stack them, use as a coffee or console table, bedroom nightstand, at the foot of a bed, and so much more, as you'll see in today's round up. And the best part? They double as extra storage! Have you used a trunk in your home? <br />
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Is it really possible to have a super organized kitchen, where you can always find what you need and have plenty of space for everything? Is it possible to open your pantry and smile because it's not only functional but looks amazing as well? I'm challenging myself to find out! After nearly 6 years of living with a small apartment kitchen, the cabinets are starting to bust at the seams and I've literally run out of even an inch more of space...I've had to start putting things in my bedroom closet because I'm flat out of room. However, instead of just accepting that I have a small kitchen with limited space and continuing to live in chaos, I've decided it's time to take control and tackle each cupboard, one by one, maximizing what I have to work with. Currently, I don't have any cabinet or shelf organizers and after researching online, there are endless gadgets and solutions for the kitchen. Why haven't I been using any of them?! I guess when you live in chaos for so long (like a messy closet), you rarely take the time to step back and assess the mess. It's time to start over and here are some ideas that have my brain spinning. I'll post my before and after photos as soon as this project is completed! <i>What about your kitchen? Is it neat and organized or messy and chaotic? </i><br />
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<i><b>Tip #1:</b></i> Your pantry can be organized and look pretty too. I love the idea of wallpapering or strnciling the back wall. Even a solid paint color would look great. [Image via <a href="http://www.thehouseofsmiths.com/2010/07/pantry-remix.html">House of Smiths</a>]<br />
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<i><b>Tip #2:</b></i> Maximize the use of shelving by creating dividers to store pans and trays on their side. This was created using curtain tension rods! [Image via <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/272969/pantry-organizer">Martha Stewart</a>]<br />
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<i><b>Tip #3:</b></i> Keep food fresh longer and make it easy to find what you need by putting everything in a plastic or glass container. You can use a label maker or print clear labels with your computer to identify each container. This maximizes the use of shelving space by allowing you to stack and place things side by side more efficiently. [<a href="http://indulgy.com/post/0vwNEK2Rc1/kitchen-organization">Image Source</a>]<br />
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<i><b>Tip #4: </b></i>Use valuable wall space in a pantry by mounting bins to store snacks, supplies, etc. [Image via <a href="http://www.poppytalk.com/2011/08/scrapbook-storage-round-up.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blogspot%2FISuVv+%28poppytalk%29">Poppytalk</a>]<br />
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<i><b>Tip #5:</b></i> Use the back of cupboard or pantry doors for even more storage! There are many easy-to-install shelving systems out there. [Image via <a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/storage/organization-basics/ways-to-reduce-clutter/#page=5">BHG</a>]<br />
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<i><b>Tip #6: </b></i>Again, using clear jars to store food, pasta, spices, flour, etc. is an excellent way to maximize shelving space. Small baskets are great for holding smaller items and allow you to slide the basket in and out for easy access. [Image via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/8233211791587949/">Pinterest</a>]<br />
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<i><b>Tip #7:</b></i> Maximize drawer space with dividers and containers to keep everything separated. [Image via <a href="http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/kitchen/smart-ideas-kitchen-00000000013845/page10.html">Real Simple</a>]<br />
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I planned on doing a round-up of several great storage gadgets I'd love to purchase, but my son just woke up from his nap so I must run :( Maybe I'll share another day! In the meantime, some great places to shop for kitchen storage are: <a href="http://www.containerstore.com/shop/kitchen?N=6">The Container Store</a> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/kitchen/">IKEA</a> // <a href="http://www.rubbermaid.com/Category/Pages/Category.aspx?CatName=KitchenAccessories">Rubbermaid</a> // <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Storage-Organization-Housewares/b?ie=UTF8&node=510136">Amazon</a> // <a href="http://www.target.com/c/kitchen-storage-organization-dining-home/-/N-5xtr6#?lnk=lnav_kitchen_6&intc=735552|null">Target</a>. For more ideas, visit my Pinterest board: <a href="http://pinterest.com/modernchichome/organizing/">Organizing</a>.<br />
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With Summer here many of us will be spending much more time outdoors. If you have a yard, then there are numerous possibilities of landscaping, gardening and creating an outdoor living or dining space to enjoy all summer long. I happen to live in an apartment with a small balcony off of the family room, which is large enough to hold a couple chairs and a small table, but it's definitely going to require me to get creative on making the most of every square inch if I want to spend any time out there this season. Even the smallest of spaces can be packed with lots of comfort and style! I found several cozy outdoor living spaces that have me feeling inspired and full of new ideas. How about you...what ways do you like spending time outside? Do you have a yard or a terrace or balcony? <br />
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I've rounded up some of my favorite pieces to share with you. Which ones are catching your eye? Click <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/">here</a> to visit the shop, where they sell much more than just jewelry (like <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/art">art</a>, <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/dining-entertaining">home goods</a>, <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts">gifts</a>...). Enjoy and happy shopping!<br />
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a. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/personalized-love-birch-cuff">personalized love birch cuff</a> | b. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/stacking-ring">stacking ring</a> | c. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/custom-baby-footprint-necklace">custom baby footprint necklace</a> | d. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/energy-circle-ring">energy circle ring</a> </div>
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e. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/calla-lily-earrings">calla lily earrings</a> | f. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/hammered-cuff">hammered cuff</a> | g. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/trinity-wooden-cuff">trinity wooden cuff</a> | h. <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/diamond-arrow-necklace">diamond arrow necklace</a></div>
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designed by mother and daughter team, Cindy and Avril Joffe. It's handmade with 18K gold vermeil, featuring a beautiful sparkly diamond at the head of the arrow. It was created to "inspire you to pave the way to your true north." I get so many compliments whenever I wear it! Handmade in the USA. </div>
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<span style="color: #999999;"><i>This was a sponsored post by <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/">UncommonGoods</a>. All thoughts and opinions are my own! </i></span></div>
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While I enjoy having vases of flowers in my apartment year round, I especially look forward to springtime, when some of the most beautiful flowers are in bloom. My moms garden is always filled with colorful flowers and I love bringing a bunch home with me whenever I visit. I also like picking up flowers at our local farmer's market...or even the grocery store! This season, instead of putting flowers in just any old glass vase, why not display them in a new way? Here are some simple ideas and quick DIY tips on creative ways to showcase your fresh blooms. <br />
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{LOVE this idea! Wrapped soda bottles in pretty paper and twine. Image via <a href="http://decor8blog.com/2012/09/24/color-me-pretty-september-shades/">Decor8</a>}</div>
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{Hanging flowers in vintage bottles with rope or twine - a great idea for your patio or garden. Image <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/8233211791316721/">via</a>}</div>
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{Simple and so pretty - a single flower in a mason jar. Image <a href="http://bloomhomemade.com/-among-the-flowers.html">via</a>}</div>
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{A collection of white vessels lined up along a window sill with large flowers. Image <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/8233211791316598/">via</a>}</div>
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{Container wrapped with brown paper and twine, stenciled with a simple design. Image <a href="http://decor8blog.com/2011/01/24/color-me-pretty-lemon-yellow/">via</a>}</div>
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{How gorgeous is this? A simple white tray filled with a variety of flowers and glass vases in all shapes and sizes. Image <a href="http://klastyling.com/2013/03/1126/">via</a>}</div>
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{A vintage teacup filled with roses. So cute for a desk or small table. Image <a href="http://www.myvintageparty.co.uk/myvintagepartygallery.htm#">via</a>}<br />
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Love this bright and airy living room with an eclectic mix of pillows </div>
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I could lay in the middle of these pillows with a good book and stay in this cozy space forever </div>
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So yesterday I accidentally kicked the wobbly, loose leg on our coffee table, which resulted in the whole leg falling off and the table crashing down on the floor. It's a heavy table with a teak wood top and heavy metal base...luckily our 6 month old son or two cats weren't underneath it! My husband flipped out at the thought of something happening to our son, so the table is off to find a new home (Craig's List!). Now it's actually kind of nice not having a table - it's like a big playground for Luke. But eventually, we're going to need something and now I'm thinking a large upholstered ottoman would be perfect. Maybe even one that doubles as storage. I'd love to have one custom made, so I went on a search for different styles for ideas...would I want it tufted, in a solid fabric, patterned fabric, leather? Do any of you have an ottoman that doubles as a table? What works for you in your living room?<br />
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{A super chunky fully upholstered ottoman - no base or legs}</div>
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{Love the wooden base on this one for books, magazines, etc.} </div>
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{This one if fun with a tufted top and scalloped design on the base with nailheads}</div>
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{I can opt for a fun striped or printed fabric like this one}</div>
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{Love the simplicity of this ottoman with a more traditional leg} </div>
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{Perhaps I should keep it super simple with a solid fabric (NOT white!) with a contrasting welt?}</div>
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{Or I could go with animal print like this amazing zebra hide!} </div>
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{Another tufted style with nailhead trim on the base} </div>
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{I like how this one looks more like a coffee table with an upholstered border and tufted inset} </div>
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{A chunky tufted ottoman in a fun pattern - love the low base} </div>
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{I love the thick painted legs and the fabric print with an over-sized welt on this one!}</div>
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