Sublime INspiration ~ Landscape Neutrals...

I found these beautiful images as I was putting together a 'landscape neutrals' mood board....

How beautiful are they! Words like - sublime, fresh, dream-scape, elements, coastal, escape, natural, calming, soft, whimsical, classic, and precious - all come to mind. What other descriptors can you think of?

Enjoy....

images via tumblr, sweetmontana, illusionscomeandillusionsgo, wolf teeth young mariner, the pursuitaesthetic, ryan ray, dustjacketattic, notbridgetjonesyet

Natural Print Christmas Lines...

Loving these natural neutral light tones teamed with strong black lines, be it in the newspaper used as wrapping paper, or the black lettering used on the natural coloured tag ornaments, or the painted black dining table & chairs, or the striking staircase with a  fabulous wall cluster of perfect black frames... Each of these contrasting tones comes across in perfect balance & harmony, because the strongest hue is not overpowering the lightness of the other tones. Making it just spohisticated-ly simple!

images via elle decor, coastal living, & traditional home.

The Power of Styling Placement - Ocassional Lamps & Chairs...

Top & Centre Images - Nate Berkus

Above: Design Trend Forecast: Fall 2009 Trend: Industrial Chic - A surprising amount of metal is being used for furniture. The circle cutouts, matte finish, ring pulls and wheeled feet make this chest of drawers feel like a product of the industrial revolution. Adjacent is a metal chair based on a classic form; the rust marks give a cheeky nod to the past.

How could you ignore the power of 'styling placement' when it comes to occasional lamps & chairs... Here I have found some of my favourite room images - of colour palette: tonally neutral natural hues - creating a somber-elegant- sophisticated - natural atmosphere; of ambient lighting with distinctive urn-pedestal style lamp bases and large drum shaped fabric covered shades; partnered with a trophy occasional chair - with either a feature painted frame work or unique button or contrast upholstery. Each small space making for a place to sit, rest, retreat and relax...

Images from Nate Berkus & Asiatides