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My Favorite Things in 2010!

Happy New Years everyone! Sorry it's been so long since my last posting.

As we enter into this new year I'd like to think back and recall some of my favorite design ideas from 2010.

Here a few of my favorite things......

1. Using Gray as a Neutral Color.

http://www.asaltulis.com/search/indian%20salad%20decoration%20pictures

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/uimages/la/060109_greyBathDbl.jpg

One of my favorite colors to use is gray, because it's a great neutral color. I love pairing it with a clean white or a bright, energetic color.

2. Stainless Steel

http://www.outinhome.com/2009/06/stainless-steel-kitchen-design-by-mark-elam-zanuso/

I have been using stainless steel a lot at work and love the way it shines! :)

3. Wallpaper

http://thecraftbegins.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/wallpaper.jpg

I have always been inspired by wallpaper, but in 2010 I saw some of my favorite collections.

4. Vintage Patterns

http://www.kristyleeinteriors.com/2010_11_01_archive.html

I love the juxtaposition of a vintage pattern with modern elements.

5. Natural Elements

http://coolboom.net/en/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/mid-century-modern-house2.jpg

I love the idea of bringing nature indoors. I love using tree branches, feathers, bark, and natural fabrics when designing a space.

6. Empty Frames

http://www.handmadeology.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/design.jpg

I love the look of hanging vintage frames as a collection on a wall. In particular, keeping the frames empty puts the focus on the frame itself, such that it becomes the artwork.

7. Chalkboard Paint

http://thetrendyhome.com/files/2010/03/chalkboard-wall.JPG

I love the idea of chalkboard paint being used in a children's room, art studio, cabinet doors, or wherever you feel most creative.

8. Antiques

http://books4d.com/images/dec_books3.jpg

Over the last year I have been collecting a few pieces of antiques. My favorites are antiques books; I love engendering a sense of history in a room.

9. Old Window Frames

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/images/uploads/at45b4c004e5cb01.61175577.jpg

A few months ago I found an antique window frame hidden in my garage. I was very inspired by this piece and started to think about unique ways of displaying this treasure (this is a design idea I will be bringing with me into 2011).

Happy New Years! Here is to another 365 days of new and inspiring design ideas!

CHEERS!