Industrial display … like with like
Faux and fabulous
Making the most of every usable space …
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So simple .. so elegant.
Images: thisisglamorous
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Stylish storage in all forms
Hotel guest rooms … the latest in layout
Many hours have been spent by designers thinking about how to improve .. or even just vary, the layout of a hotel guest room. Let’s face it .. they are all pretty much the same in layout, everywhere. There is definitely rationale for the way they are .. and it works. The only problem is that it is rather boring to walk into a hotel guest room, no matter where in the world and find the same layout .. entry hall, bathroom to the left or right, bed, desk etc
The only variation on the theme appears to be where the constraints of existing architecture (in a building not purpose built for a hotel) dictate a change !!! And how refreshing it is to find a bathroom built where a dressing room may have been.
In defence of the tried and true layout, there has been considerable success with the opening up of the fully enclosed bathroom to capture natural light and possible views. The introduction of a glass panel/sliding glass panels or even shutters to the guest room and view beyond has been fought for by designers, however not always embraced by hotel operators.
The layout above makes a lot of sense in this environment. It reflects the casual beach holiday lifestyle. The shower cubicle with frosted glass panelling, separate to a freestanding bath and basin .. what better way to capture the amazing light and beautiful view.
Lets hope designers keep thinking of ways to reinvent hotel guest rooms or at least try for a little creativity .. particularly where the geography is conducive.
images: bill & coo hotel, mykonos
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The como hotel, melbourne … so elegantly refurbished
While recharging the batteries last week with a week at the beach, I had the luxury of both starting a new book and devouring as many magazines as I could get my hands on. Fuelled with inspiration and ideas to share, I was then promptly stopped in my tracks … technical problems … the blog was clearly not going to happen from up there. After my initial melt down, I came to the conclusion that it was probably a good thing and maybe I was meant to actually have a holiday.
Anyhow, here I am in my new laid back state of mind … sharing with you some of what caught my eye as I perused. The Como Hotel in Melbourne (boutique hotel in Sth Yarra)has been slowly and quietly, with doors still open, refurbishing. Very much of the moment, this unusual combination of colours is elegant and very clever. I have always loved chocolate brown with duck egg blue and aubergine … but oh that punch of citrus is gorgeous !!
Pure indulgence !!
PS. I think there is something quite luxurious about these deeply buttoned ottomans.
images: habitusliving.com
The elegance of neutral bathrooms
The simplicity of this bathroom is very appealing. I am loving the neutral tones and finishes…..classic and elegant.
Let the accessories tell the story and create the feel and mood…..what ever that may be. Bring in texture, warmth and contrast.
Natural materials have a natural warmth and texture and require little else. They provide their own contrast and variation within the material itself.
Slick and contemporary or rustic and earthy …. neutral works best.
The White Company London stocks the most fabulous range of everything one needs for the bathroom….online.
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