GAME MANIA

Eek, I found a goodie to kick off the Cottage Love series for 2018! Well, here we are in the midst of the suckiest coldest time of year in New England. I can either embrace it with a cozy down vibe in my home and for my wardrobe or I could complain. I am guilty of a little bit of bitching, especially when I come out to an ice covered walkway, car and driveway in the early am - (which happened this am). Designer Jennifer Schoenberger's Atlanta home is full of warm moments with an edge. I am drawn to her sultry use of fabrics and the rich, neutral color palette. The cypress clad family room alone was enough to stop me in my tracks! See for yourself: Read more here . Photography by Lauren Rubenstein .

{images: Hampton Showhouse} I often don't have the time to slow down..I'm usually running from one place to the next..busy, busy, busy with my babe's, my business, my blog..you name it..but now and again I try to take the time to absorb information, new ideas, architecture, nature, fashion, art etc..for inspiration. Today I'm sharing the work of New York based designer Brad Ford . His designs are classic but modern, they possess a sculputural quality without being too precious..his mix of texture, use of light and color and array of "found objects" with a hint of masuclinity are both engaging and unpredicatable..in my book, he has mastered the art of "good design"! okay, I'm off and running {again} to a contractor meeting....have a good day!

My design style/tastes are sort of all over the board. When it comes to design concepts and your home, it's tough to settle on one genre..and we don't have to, that's what makes design so fun! I love color, a shot of glamour, Hollywood Regency...My list could go on and on... but there is something about a clean, neutral space, full of an array of textiles and subtle tones that is very appealing....peaceful really. Here is a sampling of some beautiful, "naturally chic" rooms. Victoria Pearson's home in this month's House Beautiful (Aug 2008) (notice Martha Stewart shoot below) photography: Victoria Pearson and five years ago.... Victoria Pearson's home in Martha Stewart's Living Met Home, February 2006. House Beautiful, 2005, designer: Michael Lee Elle Decor, Hampton's House