Thursday, April 9, 2015

Lovely Lacquer, Glamorous Gloss



Anthropologie's NEW Lacquer Collection!


 After seeing Anthropologie's new lacquer collection this week, I was inspired to explore all of the chic looks designers have created using lacquer.  And after a lacquer-refresher, I'm reminded that high gloss equals high style & glamour.  So, it may just be time for me to add a bit of lacquer to my own space.  Take a look at the lovely lacquer and high gloss looks below!




Colorful Park Avenue Apartment, Image via House Beautiful, Christina Murphy Interiors, Jonny Valiant Photography





Image via DecorPad, Palmer Weiss Interior Design



Image via Little Green Notebook, Designer Miles Redd 

Manhattan Apartment, Image via House Beautiful, Designer Philip Gorrivan, Brian Doben Photography
























Beth Webb Interiors



Image via Dishfunctional Designs, Apartment Therapy

 If you're brainstorming just how you can add a high gloss pop to your own space, you can go the do-it-yourself route by upcycling an old piece of furniture with a can of high gloss paint and a bit of patience.  Little Black Door blog gives you her tips for taking an old piece of wood furniture from drab to fab.  Take a look here!  

Image via HGTV blog, Amy Howard Home

Image via Hadley Court




























1. Lacquered Regency Armoire - Anthropologie

Which of Anthropologie's new lacquer furniture options is your favorite?  My favorites are the yellow lacquered rectangle coffee table and mint bar cabinet, but they really are all so special!  I leave you with one last photo of my favorite lacquered furniture items from Anthropologie's awesome new collection... along with a lasting dose of lacquer fever until you find the perfect high gloss piece for your own space! 






















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Monday, April 6, 2015

Taking You to England with Orange Cranberry Scones - A Recipe

It's been a while since I've featured a delicious, global recipe here on the blog, so today I'm bringing you a sweet treat associated with England's afternoon tea tradition...scones! 

 I just love scones and I had the opportunity to try some amazing scones during an afternoon tea at The Tea Room in London's famed Harrods department store.  

 Here are a few photos from my 2007 trip to England and my wonderfully memorable afternoon tea at Harrods in London. 



While doing a bit of research I learned that we can thank England for connecting afternoon tea with scones, but it was Scotland that actually invented the scone.  So here's a special "Thank You" to Scotland and England!  Once you try the amazing orange-cranberry scone recipe below, you'll see exactly why this is a thank-able, and oh so delicious baked creation.  

 So, without further ado, here is awesome home renovation & food blogger, Brooke of Be Fed Again blog.  













My name is Brooke Fedigan, and I blog over at Be Fed Again.  I am so excited to be working with my friend Jacquin, as a Food Contributor for Interiors by Jacquin. 

Cooking is my passion.  I am happy to spend hours working on a recipe until it is just right, and share with everyone to enjoy.  Today, I am going to share with you my Orange-Cranberry Scone recipe! Read on for this great recipe!



























ORANGE-CRANBERRY SCONE

Ingredients:
3 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 Tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup plus 1 Tablespoon orange juice
1/4 cup confectioners sugar

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  Line baking sheet with parchment paper.  Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda into large bowl.  Mix in 1 Tablespoon orange peel.  Add butter and mix in with pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse meal.  Mix in dried cranberries. Gradually add buttermilk and 1 Tablespoon orange juice, tossing with fork until noise clumps form.  Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface.  Knead briefly to bind dough, maybe 4 turns.  Form dough into 1 inch thick rectangle. Cut rectangle in half lengthwise, then cut out squares. Then, cut squares at a diagonal making a triangle.  Transfer wedges to prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.  Bake until tops of scones are golden brown, about 25 minutes.

While the scones are baking, make the glaze.  Combine 1/2 cup orange juice, 1 teaspoon grated orange zest and confectioners sugar.  Mix well.

Once scones are golden brown, remove from oven and let stand on baking sheet for 5 minutes.  Spoon orange glaze over each scone and let stand another 5 minutes.  Serve warm or at room temperature.

These are so delicious and can be stored in an air-tight container for up to 4 days.
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Tuesday, March 31, 2015

Cluster Lighting for the Chic and Adventurous


Image via JS Interior Design Blog

When it comes to lighting, cluster lighting never fails to add depth and visual interest to a room.  Some ask, why hang one beautiful chandelier when you can hang three? (or more!)  I agree with this sentiment.  Take a look at what cluster lighting can do for a space... really quite transformative!  Get a little adventurous and try clustering your lighting to add a touch of whimsy to your home!


David Derksen Design

 There are various ways you can go about creating a lighting cluster.  There are several lighting stores offering single chandeliers that create a similar effect to hanging multiple individual chandeliers. 

You can also hang a series of the same chandelier and create a set or even mix and match varying chandeliers in a cluster.  With clustered lighting you can really use your creativity. Keep reading to see my top picks for cluster lighting at the end of this post.  

Image via Pursuitist, New Zealand residence, Daniel Marshall Architects






































Image via Contemporist, Design Within Reach Coral Pendant Light featured (above)









































Image via LightPublic, My Style Republic









Take a look at the fab chandeliers I suggest (above) for creating that unique, clustered lighting look!

(1) Modo Chandelier - Design Within Reach (Splurge)

(2) Kichler Lighting Contemporary 8-light Chrome Mini Pendant Cluster Chandelier - Overstock.com (Budget)

(3) Galaxy Metal Ribbon Pendant Chandelier - Shades of Light (Budget)

Have a great week!
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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Welcome to Spring!


Spring has finally sprung!  Here are a few springtime finds to get you ready for the warmer weather just around the corner.  Which of these light and bright spring picks are your favorite?  Enjoy!

1. Les Touches Aqua Pillow - Arianna Belle
2. Set of 3 Flower Cocottes with Tray - Le Creuset
3. Chevron Riviera Stools - Serena & Lily
4. Acne Ely Croco Olive Green Portfolio Clutch - Hampden
5. Caffe Woven Clutch in Turquoise - Revolve
6. Amazing Maze Wash Towel - Trina Turk
7. Vanna Crop Top & Skirt Set - Lilly Pulitzer
8. Graphic Printed Hamper - West Elm
9. Kensie Printed Lining Blazer - Macy's
10. Giselle Column Vases - Plantation Design
11. Bertazzoni 30, Gas Oven Yellow - WDC Appliances
12. Gridley Lime Pillow - Trina Turk
13. Dixin Sandals - Dolce Vita
14. Pineapple Cilantro Glass Candle - Illume
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Thursday, March 19, 2015

Fashion meets Design - The Series

I've been eagerly waiting to debut the newest Interiors by Jacquin series, Fashion meets Design!  Each month I will feature a guest fashion blogger or stylist who will bring their style interpretation to an interior design image that I provide for their inspiration.  Let's see what look fashion blogger Jessica Wynne was inspired to create based on this bohemian-chic bedroom design, including links to shop the look!

Image via Houzz, Annette Josephs Interior Design


Hi there! I’m Jessica Wynne, an attorney by day and the fashion blogger behind For the Love of Bubbly. I live in Jacksonville Beach, Florida and Vail, Colorado with my husband Chris (the man behind the lens) and our two dogs Sadie and Luna. For the Love of Bubbly is a creative outlet where I can share my personal style, love of fashion, travel adventures, and even photos from my recent wedding in Colorado. I am so excited to partner with Jacquin for my first post about interior design.




























































































Image via Houzz, Annette Josephs Interior Design



























Honey Punch Kimono (unavailable online, love this one) // LNA Tank Top // 
J Brand Shorts // 3.1 Phillip Lim Handbag // Jenny Bird Necklace //
 Marcia Moran Ring // Gucci Aviators // TKEES Flip Flops //

My style is somewhat eclectic. I love changing up my look – It is one of the things I love most about fashion! I like to go boho, glam, casual – But no matter what I am wearing, it is always feminine. I was so inspired by this particular room because it combines all of the different types of styles I am attracted to. The chandelier and window shades give the room a boho look. The mirror, lamp, and stools make the room glamorous. Finally, the pillows, relaxed throw, and the fact that it is a bedroom give off a casual vibe. It reminds me of a room I would see in a house in my beach town!

All of these elements inspired the look I am wearing. I styled the white and gold kimono with casual all white to mirror the colors in the room. I added the red bag for a fun pop of color, much like the pink throw and flowers. I topped the look off with one of my favorite necklaces to give it both a boho and glam look. I hope my look serves as a source of fashion inspiration for you!

 So, who is loving the newest Interiors by Jacquin series, Fashion meets Design?



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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Lenny Kravitz - An All Around Artist

You may know Lenny Kravitz as a legendary rock n' roller, but he's also an awesome designer, too!  Lenny Kravitz is a premier residential and commerical designer and founder of Kravitz Design, which has been creating beautiful and dramatic interior designs since 2003.  I've found that many of the best artists have talents in multiple art forms and this is certainly true for Lenny Kravitz.  Here's a look at the unique designs of Lenny Kravitz. 


Image via Prete-a-Reporter, Hollywood Reporter, Douglas Friedman Photography

This dramatic black and white living room, below, features one of Kravitz's favorite furniture items, Ligne Roset's "Togo" sofa.  Kravitz told Elle Decor that the Togo sofa was one of his top 9 must-have items.  He has this sofa in each of his homes, he says, simply because it's "timeless, organic, and supercomfortable."  Take a look at how he designed around the unique and comfy sofa in his Paris home below. 

Kravitz' Paris Home featuring a Ligne Roset sectional sofa, Image via Prete-a-Reporter, Hollywood Reporter

Set of The Queen Latifah Show, Desiged by Kravitz Design, Image via Kravitz Design

Kravitz Design also designed the set for The Queen Latifah Show!  (shown above and below.)  I love the dramatic, metal cut-out wall featured along the staircase.  Kravitz always gives you a punch of art and luxury in each design. You'll notice this in the next designs featured below, as well. 

Set of The Queen Latifah Show, Desiged by Kravitz Design, Image via Kravitz Design

Paramount Bay condominium building in Miami, Image via Elle Decor, Kravitz Design

Lenny Kravitz has recently teamed up with Lea Ceramiche to create a contemporary tile collection featuring their interpretation on tri-dimensional decor.  Kravitz also designs furniture, but of course!  He really is an all around artist.  I have featured one of the chair collections he collaborated on later in this post.  

Kravitz's glazed ceramic tiles for Lea Ceramiche, Image via Prete-a-Reporter, Hollywood Reporter

Kravitz's glazed ceramic tiles for Lea Ceramiche, Images via Prete-a-Reporter, Hollywood Reporter and Cerami Inc. 

Lenny Kravitz and Philippe Starck collaborate on seating for Kartell, Images via Hive

The chairs, shown above, are the product of the collaboration between Lenny Kravitz and French designer Philippe Starck.  They worked together to re-imagine the "Mademoiselle" chair of Italian furniture company, Kartell. Kravitz brought his rock n' roll approach to the design and reupholstered this chair in edgy materials like python and fur.  If you like these chairs and want to add a little rock n' roll to your home, they are currently available at Hive.  
































Image via PBC Style, Kravitz Design

 These are two of my favorite Lenny Kravtiz designs (above, below).  I really enjoy the mix of the bright, contemporary white furniture with the more organic wood beamed, ceiling and ethereal, cloud like quality of the lighting (above).  And as you know,  I love when sculpture art is included in residential design.  Such an artful touch!

 Below, all of the patterns presented make for a unique and visually interesting dining space.  From the chevron flooring to the patterned ceiling and sunny yellow chandeliers, this room is delightfully memorable.  






































Former home of Lenny Kravitz, Villa Roxie in Miami, Image via PBC Style, Kravitz Design

So, if you thought Lenny Kravitz was talented before, I'm sure you're really impressed now!  He is an artist by all standards.  I'm looking forward to seeing what Kravitz Design does next!  What do you think of his design work?

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Friday, March 13, 2015

5 Recipes for Multi-Functional Furniture

Save Space and Kill Two Birds with One Stone

Today I've teamed up with CustomMade and Ghergich Connect to bring you wonderful tips for creating multi-functional furniture for your home.  CustomMade is a unique marketplace for connecting people seeking one-of-a-kind creations with professional, and passionate makers of all sorts of goods and furniture.  Ghergich Connect is an awesome infographic & content marketing company, and together we're bringing you the 5 furniture "recipes" you need to save space and kill two birds with one stone.  


When is a chair not a chair? When it’s a bookshelf, or a table, or a wall panel, or a phone charger! The multifunctional furniture renaissance is here, and it brings seemingly endless ways to re-imagine not only furniture’s function, but its form as well.
Multifunctional furniture bolsters the “less is more” attitude of the tiny-house and minimalist movements. Plus with fewer materials, it can also be a sustainable alternative to traditional furnishings. And today’s modern designs have a little something for everyone. 
Furniture that changes shape on a whim to match different needs is a fun conversation starter. But for some people, a piece that pulls double duty is legitimately beneficial, if not necessary to their lifestyles.  Take a look at these "recipes" for multi-functional furniture at home.  Perfect for exploring the benefits of doing more with less!

 1.  Coffee table to Entryway Bench

2. Bookcase to Workstation

3. Crib to Desk

4. Dresser to Bathroom Vanity

5. Kitchen Cart to Dining Room Bar
By making a few small changes, your furniture can pull double duty, accomplishing more with less and ultimately saving money.  Innovations in furniture design play right into these trends and inspire the world to consider: What could we do, if we did more with less?

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