wanderlust: areias do seixo

Posted on May 1, 2013 by ASHLEY

we’ve always wanted to travel to portugal. so much of the country seems to intrigue us. coincidentally, we just happened to have stumbled upon another reason to book our flights to what some call the gentle land. areias do seixo is a boutique hotel made up of 14 rooms on portugal’s costa de prata. just an hour away from lisbon lies this eco-conscious hotel with an eclectic vibe all its own. we are totally into the mix of rustic and contemporary decorative accents that make up the hotel decor and we love the fact that the hotel’s designers took inspiration from morocco and india (two other countries on our must visit list) when dreaming up the hotel.

there seems to be something truly special about this place, it’s got personality but it isn’t pretentious and the fact that the vegetables and herbs served at the hotel come from the hotel’s very own organic garden definitely is an added bonus. and have you seen the hotel bathrooms? swoon-worthy to say the least! let’s just say we’re brushing up on our portuguese…

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wanderlust: hotel san giorgio

Posted on April 8, 2013 by ASHLEY

the ocean, the culture, the food, there really is a lot to love about greece! now you can add another reason: the hotel san giorgio. is it just us or do you too start to feel calmer as you stare at the photos of this boutique hotel situated on the island of mykonos? what is not to love here? the hotel has this rustic chic and minimalist vibe that we are really digging currently and the mediterranean ocean views from the hotel rooms sure don’t hurt. we can’t get enough of this simple and unpretentious hotel. to find out more about the hotel san giorgio visit the hotel’s website and facebook page.

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project diaries: chinatown

Posted on April 4, 2013 by ASHLEY

we love searching high and low for inspiration for our clients and los angeles is a not a bad place to explore! one of our fave spots in la happens to be chinatown. we love the vibrant colors and aromas that fill the air in this neighborhood comprising of a few blocks. here are some snaps we took while we were there recently shopping for a client. to explore chinatown for yourself we recommend you check out the chinatown website here for all the latest happenings.

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wanderlust: hotel endémico

Posted on March 14, 2013 by ASHLEY

tucked away in the village of valle de guadalupe in baja california, hotel endémico seems to be the kind of place we wouldn’t mind spending a good week or two. the hotel is made up of 20 luxury cabins all situated on the hillside providing unobstructed views of the beautiful valley below. from a design standpoint, this hotel has so many elements we love and appreciate: simple clean lines, minimal decor, and an emphasis on natural materials and the natural surroundings. if these images don’t make you swoon at first glance we suggest you take a second look!

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hotel endemico happens to be just an hour and a half away from san diego which makes it even harder for us not to justify booking our flights as we type this post!

for more on hotel endémico visit their website here.

rummage couple of the day

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Kishani

another favorite couple at rummage in honor of valentine’s day this week; these beautiful framed antique bird prints!

wanderlust: huettenpalast

Posted on February 5, 2013 by ASHLEY

we love stumbling upon quirky hotels, and huettenpalast in berlin, germany, is no exception. this hotel offers guests the opportunity to bring the outdoors in with caravans and cabins arranged in an indoor facility. the result is a mix of uniquely renovated spaces that are anything but your typical room and board. definitely a must visit on our next trip to berlin!

to learn more about huettenpalast, visit the hotel site here.

wanderlust: adrère amellal

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Kishani

ever since we discovered the adrère amella desert ecolodge, we have been having vivid dreams of desert camel rides, long beaded caftans, and palm groves. situated at the foot of the white mountain in siwa, egypt, the adrère amella seems to be an oasis unlike any other. each room is built in the traditional siwan style in which walls are made of saltrock and palm is used as the roofing material. a note for city dwellers, this ecolodge does not offer any electricity which means no iphones or television, making the adrère amellais, (in our humble opinion), a true desert dream!

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wanderlust: marfa, texas

Posted on January 7, 2013 by ASHLEY

situated in the high desert of far west texas, away from civilization, this tiny town comprised of four traffic lights seems like an unlikely place to visit. but by spending some time in marfa, we discovered an artistically charming and incredibly unique community with a texan twist.

here’s a list of our marfa favorites:

rest your head at el cosmico: this isn’t your typical room and board. whether you are staying in one of their chic remodeled vintage trailers, glamping in one of their safari tents, or indulging your inner hippie with a stay in their teepees, spending time at el cosmico is sure to be a most memorable experience. (elcosmico.com)

explore the chinati foundation: this army base turned contemporary art museum houses works by minimalist artist donald judd and several of his friends and fellow artists. (chinati.org)

take in some culture at ballroom marfa: a dance hall turned art exhibition space; ballroom marfa showcases contemporary cultural art and hosts many great live shows when bands swing by the town. (ballroommarfa.org)

gaze in wonder at the marfa mystery lights: remaining a mystery to tourists and locals alike, the marfa mystery lights are a major attraction credited to either atmospheric reflections of light or a paranormal phenomenon, you be the judge. (marfacc.com)

chow down at cochineal: with a seasonal menu made up of local ingredients grown in the restaurant’s garden, cochineal attracts fans with an emphasis on simple and delicious food. be sure to try their made-to-order date pudding! (cochinealmarfa.com)

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holiday gift guide: for your neighbors & for the world traveler

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Kishani

whether they’re just a stone’s throw away, or off in an exotic locale – we have some great gift ideas for your friends this year!

FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS

agate coasters, $59 a beautiful place to rest a cocktail
set of 3 wine holders, $19 everybody should have a few of these on hand, they make a last minute bottle of wine seem like a thoughtful selection
sugarfina cocktail hour candy box, $50 booze inspired candy – need i say more?
snowflake dinnerware set, $49.39 a simple, yet elegant way to set the table
spice box, $45 made from reclaimed wood, these spice boxes are a perfect gift
mason jar lantern, $28 these hand decorated lanterns look beautiful filled with a tea light and set about outdoors
dipping spice and fluer de sel gift set, $39-$69 presenting olive oils and spices in such a lovely way – this set takes the dinner party up a notch
color drip candles, $4 these hippy dippy candles are great to keep on hand for dining al fresco
douglas little and co. mini votive and diffuser gift set, $55 i love all of the scents from DL&Co
hand soaps, $18 these are a conversation starter and so much fun in a guest bathroom

FOR THE WORLD TRAVELER

100 interiors around the world, $59.99 a roundup of the most amazing interiors on six continents
globe mobile, $69 mobiles are not just for nurseries – and i especially love this mobile with globes from five centuries
2013 cities calendar, $26 a new city every month – even if you’re stuck in the office, it’s inspiring
fleece ipad case, $32 made from recycled sweaters & jackets – a great way to protect your ipad while travelling
fly and fill bottles, $22 with this carryon approved set, you can take your favorite products along with you
bon voyage pocket planner, $14 this is a great little planner, handy for notes while travelling
where I’ve been scratch travel map, $22 anything scratch-off is fun, right?
french map, $49.99 -$124-.99 this is a beautiful map, that would compliment any decor
geography towels, $20 full of whimsy, these make drying the dishes a pleasure
shagreen passport holder, $75 this passport holder is luxurious and sophisticated

safari!

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Melissa

while working on a nursery project for a client we started to get safaris on the brain. using the clients preference for deep rich wood tones as a starting off point, we began looking for accents to soften the space; natural materials, worn linens, and other playful textiles.

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slowly a theme started to take shape and we began thinking all things british colonial.

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the mix of dark sophisticated woods and light tropical accents that define british colonial decor was the exact balance we were looking to achieve.

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with our theme in place we sought out further inspiration and stumbled upon singita; a luxury safari experience whose various camps and lodgings not only solidified our concept, they had us packing our bags and dreaming of chic african lodges.

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compiling all of our gathered inspiration we put together our british colonial, safari nursery.

the end result? a whimsical space that can also transition as the baby matures. leather accents, mosquito netting, rich wood tones, and graphic block prints. here’s to baby dreaming of future world travels!