Thursday, December 6, 2012

Target: Affordable Designer Decor

Hello my lovelies. Happy Holidays! I made yet another trip to my favorite store, Target. I discovered so many fabulous designer finds that are within that lovely BUDGET of ours. I'm a sucker for decor and today I paid extra close attention to the beautiful home accessories. 

I've been eyeballing the designs of Nate Berkus for a while now. With my crazy schedule I have not been able to stop and stalk these eye catching pieces. My first thought when I saw this collection was that it has the same edgy look as one of my favorite designers Kelly Wearstler. 

via curbed.com
 via target.com
Love these vases!

Tortoise Shells! Mix any one of these for a great addition to a wall gallery or let it be the solo star of the room. Only $39.99!


Next, we have the very chic Nieman Marcus Collection....

Glamify your bar with this designer set..

via www.freshnessmag.com
Philip Crangi Frame $49.99
Diane von Furstenberg Jewelry Box $49.99
Philip Crangi Trinket Box $69.99

One last final snap shot of some very chic Christmas decor. Target has really improved their interior decor selection. Collaborating with big name designers truly makes it affordable for everyone to obtain that stylish chic home. Take advantage of the bargains Target has to offer as their designer home decor is for a limited time only!


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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Campaign Dressers

It's been too long my friends and has been quite the month..I could slap myself for thinking I had a busy schedule from my previous job; my new position is insane to where I can't even view my blog! No Bueno! I'm excited to share these pretty campaign dressers I mentioned from my previous post.

At first glance these dressers may look unsightly; with it's dated wood panel finish and rusty metal detailing. But look again; those wood panels are easy to rough up for painting and the rusty detailing can be cleaned looking shiny as ever! Take a look at these beauties..It can be the perfect piece to add in that empty space in your home.
via krrb.com

You may come across one that is in good enough condition to be left alone. This looks like the natural wood finish was untouched. But look how pretty once its all dressed up with accessories. Looks like the right foot needed some replacing but the mismatched look adds more character to the piece..I likes!
via thriftandshout.blogspot.com

I love this blue finish! Check out the full DIY tutorial from innovativeinterior.blogspot.com showing a great before & after photo..
via innovativeinterior.blogspot.com
via forchicsake.com
via nattybydesign.com

The best thing about these campaign dressers is that it will look great no matter what color you decide to paint it! If you just so happen to eye one of these at a thrift shop or flea market, snag it and dress it up! It will surely add style to your home.

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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Credenza's & Side Tables

Like bookcases and shelves, side tables are a great way to highlight your favorite photos, lamps, and just about any small accessory. The piece itself can also be the highlight of your design and anything that goes on it will compliment it greatly. Now, you know that saying, less is more? When it comes to decorating your credenza or side table, you definitely don't want to over clutter the piece by adding ALL of your favorite pieces..at least enough to get you on the show HOARDERS.

Check out these beautiful side pieces showing great examples of Less is More..

Here is a closeup of a neatly accessorized bedside table..don't you love the clean display?
I love this lacquer table! The pops of color and texture from the accessories surrounding the side piece pair well with the shiny gleam of the table.
via  www.decorpad.com
via www.decorpad.com

I love this campaign dresser..I think this will be a hot topic for my next post!
I hope I've inspired you to make your credenza or side table look just as fabulous as these.

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Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Color of the day: Teal

Hi all! Welcome to September! We are so close to fall and I cannot believe how quick this year has gone by. Before we get into the warm lush colors of fall, I want to share my favorite spring color once again, TEAL. My inspiration comes from Genevieve Gorder's FaceBook post and reminded me of my love for this fun color!
Canvas art: Expressions in Teal 
Calla Lilie in beautiful Teal
I love the cascading drapes. It compliments the rooms molding beautifully.

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Monday, August 27, 2012

Fabulous Blog Find! Switcheroom

A few months ago I stumbled upon a fantastic blog called  SWITCHEROOm. The master behind the beautiful and affordable designs is Elle Uy, who very much like me has dabbled in various work experiences but always reverted back to her passion for interior design. I am so drawn to her use of bold colors and patterns in furniture and accessories and after endlessly looking at her work, her designs leave me with such a deep appreciation for her work. 
One of my favorite of her projects is the Shoe Closet. I love how the shoes are the focal point of this design.  I sure would be happy to have this for myself where I can see all my shoes and accessories in plain sight; it would make me feel like I'm in a shoe store.


all photos via elleuy.com
Check out more of Elle's designs here. Her fabulously fun design style is so awe inspiring and will make you want to get her in your house immediately {this can be very possible if you are located in Metro Manila Philippines}


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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Cozy Zen

I just came back from a yoga retreat and in the past few months have really honed in on Zen Buddhism; this sparked my interested in Zen decor. Mind you Zen is minimal. It's the calming surrounding that allows you to be free of distractions, including interior decor. Now, this doesn't mean it has to be boring. This recent yoga retreat was for the most part, cute, but our room wasn't very thrilling to me; it's like they threw some left over country furniture and got a killer deal on all white bedding. Yes I know it shouldn't be about that especially when people are trying to relax but hey I'm an interior design enthusiast..there is no OFF button in my head when it comes to interior decor. What I did turn off was my phone (most of the time) therefore no pictures from my relaxing retreat. I did come across some very pretty photos of Zen interiors to help you see how you can still have a stylish Zen theme while still maintaining the calming vibe in the space.
source unknown

So you see, Zen does not have to mean plain and it certainly doesn't mean it has to be minimal to a point where you have a bed, a drawer, and a lamp. Maybe if you are a practicing monk, then yes this would be appropriate. But for those looking for a new design theme you can pull Zen inspiration from the roots of Asian culture such as the vibrant colors in textile patterns, or the bi-lateral symmetry used in architecture. The key is keeping the decor mild and organized so that in the end you are left with a pristine space feeling calm and relaxed.

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Monday, July 30, 2012

Small Makeover for a Small Space

I'm still alive! This past month has been crazy which explains my lack of posts! I've been working on various little projects here and there while also trying to wrap up my bedroom and dining room and reveal the beautiful spaces I've created. Just a few more details and I promise it will be finished before the end of August. 

The space here is 4' by 10' (give or take);small space for a 10 year old girl. MGSimpleStyle design philosophies; just because the space is small doesn't mean it doesn't matter. Use what you have and get the most out of your budget. My budget was $50. It doesn't sound like much but it was enough to make the most out of this space, giving it some character and organization.

Before photo of the cluttered book shelf
After
Simple organization of books. I love book shelves because you can neatly organize your books while still having plenty of space to display accessories. 
Before photo of sleeping area
After

 A few things that helped stick to our $50 budget:

This homemade headboard cost me less than $10! How?!
2 yards of fabric $6.50
Used canvas from SCRAP $2.00
Leftover batting from previous headboard project FREE
All you need is a staple gun and a firm grip and there you have it!
DIY HEADBOARD INSTRUCTIONS HERE
We personalized the space with DIY artwork. These 5 x 7 frames came in a set of 3 and were only $7! We used stylish lettering created in Paint to fill these frames. Print on photo paper for better color quality and exact photo size and you have a colorful personalized name framed art
Before dresser and bed area


After

The 3 drawer plastic organizer ($15) and the organizing bin ($5) help hide hair and miscellaneous accessories. A combo magnet and cork board for fun postings and pinning messages ($6) and a three-tier hanging file folder  ($10) help maintain important papers.

The heart shaped picture collage was another fun addition to this preteen space. My inspiration comes from designer Emily Mughannam of Em Design Interiors. I had the pleasure of seeing this collage in her Teen Hangout showcase in person when I went to the  2012 SF Decorator Show back in April. 
This was the solution to filling the bedside wall. There are always photos to be shared for viewing and this is just another creative way to show them off.

So you see, having a small space does not mean it should be neglected. This dimly lit space was given pops of color and bold pattern as any space would. This low budget space design was a the cheapest fix I've done so far and the quickest. To help you stick to that low budget, do your research and utilize your local art resources and incorporate your existing personal items with the new.
As always I hope I've inspired you to give that little space in your home some well deserved attention, or a simple upgrade. 

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