chair: which one do you adore?

All of us have that favorite chair in our home - whether it's in your living room, bedroom or a small special nook. It's a place where you can do anything you want; read, chat with a friend on the phone or drink a warm cup of tea and relax. Chairs come in all shapes and sizes, so what style chair do you adore?

On another note, each week I create this series and I'd love to hear from you - what rooms or areas of rooms would you like to see featured in the next few weeks?

Photos: 1. Brian Park Photography 2. etc 3. unknown 4. Thibaut Design 5. here 6. Design*Sponge

dining room chairs: which one do you adore?

When it comes to dining rooms - the chairs totally make a HUGE difference. They can either make or break the entire room. In my apartment I have old wood chairs from Barcelona (thank you mom for spotting them at an antique shop) - they are beyond amazing and some of my favorite items in my house. Sometimes I want to mix it up and try using different styles around the table; modern, antique, contemporary. I think everyone has their own preference, what's yours?

Photos: 1. Othilia Decor 2. Skona Hem 3. David Christensen 4. canadian house and home 5. unknown (anyone?) 6. emmas.blogg

Thompson Sisters: Victoria

When I'm looking for a little inspiration I'm usually attracted to things I don't normally go for. Weird right? When I was thumbing (clicking, I like to think that it's printed magazine) through Lonny's third issue, I was drawn to the Thompson sister's apartments. They are world's apart in terms of design, yet Antonia and Victoria live in the same building.

Victoria's inspiration comes from the 50s and 60s. Her apartment is filled with bright patterns, Lucite, and lots of texture. If feels as though you should be in Palm Beach, not New York.

What I'm drawn to the most is the color palette. The turquoise and chartreuse are refreshing.

One thing that Lonny Magazine does a fabulous job at is featuring bars. Since they started I've been wanting one in my apartment. Once I move into a bigger apartment I hope to have a bar just like the one above. My favorite part is the apple, it's perfectly placed.

I've been inspired by the way people display their jewelry. I think putting the jewels you wear the most on a tray is the perfect way to have them on a dresser. That way you can quickly put the last touches of your outfit on in the morning.

Ok, I'm a HUGE tray lover. Probably because when you put items on trays it makes a room feel more organized. More importantly, I've been trying to find a heart-shaped bowl (like the one above). Does anyone know where it's from?

What an amazing desk. Other than the fact that everything is perfectly placed, the desk itself is great. I think anyone would love a desk that has a place to store magazines. I know I do.

Some of Victoria's favorite places: Apartment 48, Global Table, and Haus Interior in New York. Cashmere Buffalo and C. Bell in West Palm Beach.

Later today, I'll be posting on Antonia's apartment.

{photo's courtesy of Lonny Magazine}

10 Things That Make Me Happy: automatism

Happy Monday everyone! I've very excited to have Lori from automatism guest blogging here today. When I received her list over a week ago, I was so inspired. Everything was fresh and new. I want the lamp and Eames chair right away, which are now at the top of my wish list.

Lori is a digital collage illustrator working for various magazines and newspapers by day and has her own atelier of her one of a kind fine art prints available at her etsy shop. Her work is spectacular and from now until February 15, 2010, 50% of the money earned from each sale on the automatism atelier will be donated to the Red Cross.

Thank you Lori for taking the time to put together this wonderful post!

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Hello, Lori of automatism here! I've really been enjoying Caitlin's wonderful 10 Things That Make Me Happy series, so when she asked me to contribute, I was more than happy to share my own little list and be a part of this fun feature. I hope you enjoy it!

1. Morrison - I pretty much love everything from this wonderful clothing company. Perfect, I think.

2. The Fun Pendant Lamp - Designed by Werner Panton in 1964, its combination of pretty natural elements (seashells) and modern design is so appealing to me. twentytwentyone: Sea shell £665.00

3. Marie Claire Maison - One of my absolute fave interior design mags, and one I eagerly look forward to each month. Month subscription of Marie Claire Maison: 26,50 €

4. Domenica More Gordon - Love her sweet series of hand made felted dogs, each filled with such personality and charm. Click here for details.

5. Eames DSW Side Chair - A perfect balance of clean modern design with the warmth of wood. Design Within Reach - Eames® Molded Plastic Side Chair: $399

6. Paris - Loved it when I visited several years ago, and just can't wait to go back. Amazing city. Image from weheartit.com/

7. Billy Collins - A wonderful poet, who I find myself returning to again and again. Find his book on Amazon.

8. Food Blogs - Besides design blogs, I also love browsing food blogs, such as honey & jam, with great recipes accompanied by the stunning photos of Hannah, its editor.

9. Wallpaper - There seems to be more and more pattern creeping into interiors these days. I'm really liking the look of mixing a trad pattern (like Josette by Laura Ashley) with modern pieces.

10. Rings - I love to wear chunky silver rings, such as this ring by Gorjana.

I'm Loving . . .

It's a thing of beauty. I've dreamed about having a Barcelona chair for a long time and this confirms it.

{photo courtesy of This Is Glamorous}

Chairs: Taupe, Red, Ivory, Oh My!

I'd DIE to have this chair in my apartment right this very minute. The color, the buttons, and the silver chrome. Ahh...it's killing me.

Everyone loves a good pattern. The white and red geometric print is fabulous. This is the Brooklyn townhouse of interior designer Demi Adeniran, who owns the home furnishing shop Fabrica. 

I love the look of this living room, but the chair just looks like it needs to have someone sitting in it. I'd me more than happy to do so with a good book. The fact that people are still designing rooms in whites makes me smile. I love a white room, especially the color of the walls with the pictures on it. I also love the white curtains and ivory chair.

{photo's courtesy of flickr}