loving. living. small. digital snapshot | no. 3
16 items for my summer adventure



 



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Wow - I can't believe I am off on my summer adventure in just a few weeks. I am so excited to travel and have been planning this trip for a year. I have started making a few lists to get everything in order and hope to pack some of these dream trip goodies in my suitcase.

If you read loving. loving. small. then you know I always talk about making your house a home - a place where *you* feel great and comfortable. Like my own small space, I will be bringing a few items with me to create a space in my hotel rooms that is personal to me - like a small tumbler that can act as a vase, a beautiful candle, travel speakers to play awesome music in my room when relaxing and a dream file item, a cashmere throw. 

I'll be snapping photos and blogging as I go - I can't wait to take in the architecture, sights, culture and style of these amazing cities. Yes!

:: clockwise ::


Check out more of my loving. living. small. digital snapshots - no. 1 and no. 2





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5/27/2011 | Filed Under , | 1 Comments

small space style
I want to make this






If you are like me then you get swept into the world of amazing blogs and lost in design time. I have so many "I WANT TO MAKE THAT" projects bookmarked to do in my small space, I wanted to share some with you. Click here to check them out and get inspired, just like me.

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5/25/2011 | Filed Under | 5 Comments

colorful ikat pillows meet fab chairs








I was recently turned on to this awesome etsy shop called Ikat & Batik, run by a New Zealander living in Bali. She sells pillow covers, table linens and more more. I absolutely *love* this e-shop and all of the colorful combinations and patterns available. You can tell there's care here. I wanted to inspire small space dwellers to add a pop of color with pillow - not only will it add dimension to your space but provide a little extra comfort and support as you enjoy your space.

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5/19/2011 | Filed Under | 5 Comments

currently loving...
stone side tables










I've been seeing stone side tables all over the places and really think they make a great accent statement in a small space. Maybe it's the texture, style and design but these pretty pieces make me smile.

Check out more small space style that I love...


:: all photos by loving. living. small. ::

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5/18/2011 | Filed Under | 1 Comments

piet hein eek
embracing texture in your small space








There is an incredible amount design inspiration out there but make some room for the eclectic, cool and unbearably thoughtful work of Piet Hein Eek, a dutch designer that works with scraps, reclaimed wood and more. His acclaimed work has been noted, most recently at the 2011 ICFF show happening now in New York. From a home office interpreted as a log cabin to the Door Project to a streamlined brass and glass case for artist Guido Geeleen, his portfolio also expands to include reclaimed scrapwood pieces, ceramic accents, plywood projects, aluminum style as well as collaborations and more. Oh and his shop and restaurant are equally design friendly.

I love e-flipping through his work and noting the textures. Small spaces benefit greatly from small details and dimension. It's a way to add more depth and almost expand moments of a smaller room.

Click here to read more about Piet Hein in this great interview via dwell that highlights his background, education, inspiration and process.

And click here to follow the show and real-time photos and happenings via ICFF's site.

:: all photos via Piet Hein Eek ::


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5/17/2011 | Filed Under | 2 Comments

the bootstrap project






I love getting all of your emails and comments. It's still so incredible to me to meet people through blogging - love it! It's funny, although I have had a bit of press here and there, I am still very much a small, personal blog and appreciate the interaction. I recently received an email that I wanted to share with you. 

Maxine founded Bootstrap Project, to "create a sustainable platform to promote and retain centuries-old crafts and customs. We create the outlet for the local artisans. The profits of the sales go back to the artists and their communities, through our development partners, to empower them by providing the education and opportunity to retain, preserve and advance their fast-dying crafts, customs and way of life." 

I love this idea - talented artisans create and Maxine curates the wares for you. Amazing! I am so impressed by the products available. Since living in smaller space requires editing while infusing personal style, it's special to include pieces that you really know were made by care. yes! 

Click here to learn more, support and shop from the Bootstrap Project.  

:: all images via Bootstrap Project :: 



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5/11/2011 | Filed Under | 3 Comments

tile style
introducing a color moments in your space








Aren't these painted tiles gorgeous? I discovered them at the Rose Bowl Flea Market over the weekend and absolutely love them. Since I am renting, I won't be redoing my floors with these but I definitely can integrate them into my space beyond just the floor or wall tile use.  Like my honeycomb mirrors pictured above, I can see the Kismet tiles used in the same way.

:: all photos by loving. living. small. ::


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5/10/2011 | Filed Under | 4 Comments

loving. eating. small.
abc kitchen, a 2011 james beard winner for best new restaurant






I am sure it's my love of Manhattan {having lived in Soho for several years} mixed with the Top Chef in me but I love love love NYC restaurants. And what's better than a fabulous dining spot found inside an incredible home decor experience known as ABC Carpet & Home?! ABC Kitchen is just that. Nestled inside the 10-floor vertical home design mecca, this 2011 James Beard award winning restaurant serves "local, organic and original food" and  is full of incredible food and impactful style. Mixing wood, glass and metal textures, the space is so inviting and cozy, it's truly an intimate experience. Small space dwellers can definitely appreciate that one! 

:: images via New York Magazine ::

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5/09/2011 | Filed Under | 1 Comments

top 8 digital design magazines for {small space} style





One of my fave things that has popped up in the digital platform are e-magazines. Full of incredible and original content, colorful and inspiring photo shoots, the most special themes, accents, styles plus well written and rich articles all live inside these lifestyle e-mags. But it gets better...

Everything is a CLICK away - oh la la!

Enjoy these 8 fab e-mags (in no particular orders) that hits the mark on design, style, life and inspiration.

Perfect for all small space dwellers.








Simply put: 
A lifestyle design magazine that truly is "your path to stylish living" 

What I love: 
The fab ladies behind it all (Cassie and Anne are both old blogging buddies & Blog Out Loud  panelists), on-point trends and how to access them for yourself, incredible and unique, cool, creative spreads for the design lover inside, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks like the above video and more. 

Small space connection: 
rue magazine highlights tons of small space style for your own home including accents in a range of style, color and design as well as very cool DIYs that work in all fab spaces in all the lifestyle genres. Oh, and the Rue facebook page is where it's also at - tons of conversation and new connections to be had daily.
 
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Simply put: 
A lifestyle and home decor magazine that believes "in making design choices that lead to personal happiness" 

What I love: 
The passion and partnership of founders, Michelle & Patrick, spaces that showcase high/lo that are infused with encouragement for diving into design, on-the-pulse accents that are meaningful, understanding of design and color palettes that are exciting, fresh and cool. Aside from the site - full of Lonny's best pics - the blog is full of goodies as well.

Small space connection: 
Lonny really covers high/low, as I mentioned above. The mag really makes design feel accessible, something small space dwellers can embrace while editing and curating their spaces.
 
Connect:
http://lonnymag.com  ::  @lonnymag



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Simply put: 
A lifestyle e-publication that "celebrates the classics" through a modern and accessible lens and a "field guide to a charmed life".

What I love: 
I can tell that this new e-mag is definitely a product of passion for the creative founders. From defining their Matchbook Girl, covering the lifestyle palette of fashion, food, design, art, showcasing fab paper goods plus profiling artists, shops and the latest in fashion and design finds, this eclectic and whimsical mag pretty much has it covered.

Small space connection: 
Color can really impact a space and this mag is full of color options and combos that you are sure to find design inspiration as you e-flip on through each issue.
 
Connect:
http://matchbookmag.com  ::  @matchbookmag




 




Simply put: 
A lifestyle magazine and "guide to a well-lived life" oh la la! 

What I love: 
There's a huge showcase of fashion and home decor through the mag and tons of ideas in textures, colors, styles and price range. The spreads are full of tons of photos - wide shots and detailed close ups.

Small space connection: 
It's sometimes hard to decide how to showcase your personal style and personality in a small space since there's only so much room. The house tours in the magazine showcase all the vignettes, offering a small space how-to in every e-page.
 
Connect:
http://highglossmagazine.com  ::  @highglossmag






Simply put: 
A fresh and new take on a classic home design mag that "blends timeless design with modern life".

What I love: 
The fact that Traditional Home tapped fresh and on-pulse Lonny to collaborate, create and curate a new {media} moment for their established print counterpart. The editors are clearly excited - which makes the new e-mag even more dynamic and page-turning (at 344 pages - everyone will connect with something). The 20 projects to do and 20 designers to watch mixed with the editors' and contributors' picks across the design board makes this a new mag worth digitally bookmarking for more.

Small space connection: 
The 20 designers featured have some serious design chops and think outside the box - something small space dwellers can relate with. Creating a best small space style in both function and form requires creative thinking and an "I love it" attitude. 

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Simply put: 
A lifestyle and home magazine that "brings you beautiful homes from across the globe, tips and design advice from interior experts, as well as easy online access to the latest home treasures"

What I love: 
Adore Home is a really a great home mag and seriously full of color color color, a huge range of design elements and how to reinterpret them in your home as well as fabulous house tours with great interviews. I had the pleasure of being in the 1st issue - my home office was feature inside. Take a look right here.

Small space connection: 
Creating a personal and true design vibe in your small space can sometime feels overwhelming. Adore Home really lays out styles, ideas and themes and how to recreate it in your space. Love this when editing and creating a fab interior to enjoy.

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Simply put: 
The Style Compass inside 1st Dib's Introspective is first-hand look at stylesetters and tastemakers and part of this rich site that "is the world's leading on-line resource for antiques, 20th century design, fine and estate jewelry, and vintage couture and designer fashion".

What I love: 
The Style Compass covers over fifty designers, artists, photographers, architects, fashion visionaries - true creative mavens. It shares their look, vibe and (most importantly) a glimpse into their favorite things and inspiration - or "where their style compass is pointing to" I love seeing these icons share their style.

Small space connection: 
Inspiration comes from anything and everything and reading how these major players find their stepping stones and style is fantastic. A small space can be as well-designed and styled as any space and keeping that in mind makes for a happy home and a stylish vibe.

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Simply put: 
This Australian global lifestyle magazine "curates the best in global design, fashion, interiors & lifestyle".

What I love: 
The thoughtful and colorful features that inspire design ideas and themes, the accessible design and how to interpret it in your home and the style photos shoots - well done!

Small space connection: 
Evolving your design in your small space often becomes a design cycle of it's own and infusing global treatments and design capabilities makes a small space feel fantastic. This mag offers you a peek into global design.

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5/05/2011 | Filed Under | 8 Comments

are you a color lover like me?

5/02/2011 | Filed Under | 2 Comments