Aspen Architecture

While my escape to the cold Colorado air was wonderful, it is time to go back to Dallas. Before I rush off to the airport, I thought I would give you a glimpse at the wide range of Aspen homes that I saw during my stay. From the well-known Victorian style homes to the contemporary dwellings to the mountain manors, Aspen has an eclectic vibe and relaxed architectural atmosphere.

While some call it “Malibu in the Mountains,” I think it is a unique clash of cultures.  A woman dripping in jewels and a ski bum dripping in sweat may not have a lot in common on the outside, but deep down they both can share a love of Aspen. In my opinion, homes in Aspen take the same approach. Every home is so very architecturally distinct, but each pay homage to the land and picturesque town that they occupy.

A special thank you to the wonderful family I stayed with in Aspen. If you are traveling or visiting friends this summer, tomorrow I will share great hostess gift ideas!

ASPEN CO

Aspen, Colorado

TOWN OF ASPEN CO

A view of the town from Red Mountain.

Pop of Orange in this Aspen Home

Orange Pots by the front door of this Aspen Home

This home has wonderful contrast and a playful pop of color. The inside was just as delightful!

Aspen Victorian

A true Aspen Victorian home. As I mentioned before, I am drawn to more modern mountain homes, but you can’t help but admire this quaint and charming style.

 

Aspen Cottage

The lush landscaping during the summer is truly breathtaking. Everything was just so green!

Aspen Cottage Contemporary

Another traditional Victorian with contrasting paint and landscaping.

Aspen Courtyard

So many sweet little gardens!

Aspen Blue VIctorian

Aspen Home and Guest Cottage

Again, abundant flowers and a quintessentially picturesque Victorian. I love the guest cottage too!

Aspen Home 1

Oversized windows and distressed shutters on this Aspen home with shades of blue. Phenomenal!

 

Modern Lines on Aspen Home

A super modern Aspen estate full of architectural lines and lush greens.

Aspen Home Flowers

A tiered garden in front of this yellow Victorian.

Aspen Home with Bridge 1

Aspen Home 2

A true mountain style home. While the landscaping is stunning, I especially love how they have a bridge to the front door.

Aspen Home with great lines

I am a big fan of the copper gutters on this simple, yet significant home. Fabulous roof lines and a wonderful mountain view.

Blue and Brown Aspen Home

Shades of blue and brown on this home with modern landscaping.

Aspen Landscaping

I mentioned this in some of my earlier posts, but I really appreciate the use of different natural elements and textures that are often incorporated in the building of these homes.

Aspen Porch with pretty flowers

Lovely hanging baskets and potted plants.

Aspen Home with Frosted Gate

The mailbox looks like a leather clutch. Anyone else think so?! I love the copper details around the home.

Aspen trees and pretty landscaping

A set-back contemporary style home.

Aspen Trees lining the entry to CO Home

I love the sweet fenced in side yard and the abundant Aspen trees that flank the property.

Beautiful Aspen Home

I seriously can’t get enough of this house. The row of trees brings such great symmetry to the home. Just imagine it at Christmas!

Contemporary Aspen Home

A mix of texture. I admire the wild landscaping in the yard that makes the house have a softer edge.

Cottage Contemporary in Aspen CO

This photo does not do this house justice. It truly is the perfect juxtaposition of old and new.

Distressed Wood Aspen Home

A distressed wood house. So unique!

Contemporary Lined Aspen Home

Super contemporary, but I love the rock landscaping in the grass.

Flower Potted Entry in Aspen

Beautiful barrels of potted flowers line the steps. Summer here is magical for growing.

Green and Brown Aspen Home

A perfectly styled mountain home.

Ivory Covered Aspen Home 2

I adore the wall of green on this home. The windows are the perfect fit as well.

Large Garden in Front of Aspen Home

A larger Aspen Victorian. The front garden is charming.

Modern Aspen Home

Such a cool home. The gorgeous purple flowers lining the steps soften the home’s sharp lines.

Picture Window in Aspen Home

A large picture window provides the picture-perfect mountain view! What a great porch for entertaining.

Stone Aspen Home

A perfect Aspen home.

Potted Flower Entry in Aspen Home

A great use of stone on the front pillars. The potted plants really add a nice element to the entry.

Yellow Aspen Victorian

The historical society is very strict on any renovations to Victorian homes. Notice that wood contemporary looking structure to the back right? Well that is part of this house! A major mix of old and new.

Window Boxed Fence in Aspen

Another fabulous piece of property that has an equally beautiful home. This is the gate surrounding the property. Those flower boxes are spectacular!

Aspen_Woody Creek

While the homes are beautiful and the shopping is great, it is the nature surrounding that makes Aspen such a unique gem.

Photos By Christina Dandar For The Potted Boxwood.

 

Zen in Aspen

Being on vacation should automatically put you in a state of zen. There is something about the stillness of the mountains in summer and winter that brings a calming and serene presence to your being. When a friend of mine told me about an Aspen home that described the very essence of a calming mountain retreat, I knew I had to find it.

The home she mentioned was designed by Gretchen Greenwood Architects & Associates, with interior design by Lynni Hutton. The Arkansas owners are frequent travelers to Asia, and wanted to create an expansive mountain space that could house their gorgeous Asian antiques. After decades of visiting Aspen, they selected the prime location for their multi-level home perched on Red Mountain. The residence  offers expansive views of the town and Aspen Mountain, unlike any other piece of land in the area. It would be impossible to wake up in this home every morning and not feel like you are on vacation.

Take a peek inside this sophisticated, refined, and clean-lined Aspen home. Photos were originally published in Aspen Peak Magazine.

Zen Entry in Aspen Home

The large glass door in the entry way allows you to see into the home’s abundance of natural stone and wood textures.

Exposed Wood Beams and glass railing

Beautiful exposed wood beams and glass staircases allow for an open layout in the main living area.

Open FIreplace in the Main Room in Aspen Home

An architecturally significant fireplace and sunken seating area. The lights on this fireplace can change colors. Fun for a holiday party or event.

Asian Inspired Bathroom in Aspen Home

A beautiful guest bathroom. Every part of this house has a sanctuary feel.

Green sofa in this media

The downstairs media room. I love the calligraphy brushes on the coffee table.

Basement Kitchen and Game Room in Aspen Home

More of the downstairs media room. A kitchen, card table, and unique pool table fill the space.

Geisha Wall in Aspen Home

A beaded Geisha disguises this elevator in the home. Incredible!

Multi Level Staircase with Art on The Walls in Aspen Home

The multiple landings have doors to each of the different terrace suites. Contemporary art lines the walls and the windows allow for plenty of natural light.

A gorgeous Wood Chest in Aspen Home

A lovely guest bedroom.

Master Bedroom with screen headboard

The master suite has a beautiful Asian screen as the headboard. My favorite room in the house.

Asian Red Chest in This Aspen Home

Another view of the master bedroom shows off an antique red chest that gives a pop of color.

Fireplace and wood finishes

A private sitting area in the home. The whole house has a resort like feel with softer finishes.

Patios on the Multi-Level House

Terraces off of each of the eight suites give access to the multi-million dollar Aspen view.

Aspen Home on Red Mountain

A view of the home that is situated on Red Mountain and features 13,000 square feet of sophisticated, contemporary, and warm Colorado living.

 

 

 

A Modern Mountain Retreat

As I have mentioned before, I love a modern mountain house. If you are going to have a vacation home, you may as well keep your space clean, simple, and refined. Everyday life brings enough clutter as it is! The home in Aspen, which I am currently staying as a house guest, took a modern approach in their remodel, and let me tell you it feels right. Your interiors should compliment your exterior surroundings, especially when your view is so breathtakingly beautiful.

Today, I wanted to feature an Aspen home that takes a more sophisticated, simplistic, and contemporary approach to decor. This home is built by Studio B Architects and designed by Studio Sofield. They did an excellent job making the mountain view apart of the indoor design. The wood paneling and beautiful marble work is awe-inspiring.

The home was featured last year in Architectural Digest. Photos by Scott Frances.

Aspen Home designed by Studio B Architects

The home sits directly on Red Mountain in Aspen, Colorado. I love the stone and mahogany exterior.

Wall of Windows in Home by Sudi Sofield Interior Design

The house is full of windows that bring a great amount of light into the clean spaces full of texture and natural materials.

Living Room by Studio Sofield Architects

A modern glass railing and allows the upstairs to take-in the view.

Accordian Corner Window Gives this Banquet a Fresh View

An accordion window in the corner banquet gives breathtaking views and really allows the outdoors to be the focal point.

Kitchen in an Aspen Home by Studio B Architects and Studio Sofield Design

A stainless backsplash and sharp lines help the kitchen blend into the home.

Mountain View in Aspen Home by Studio B Architects and Studio Sofield Design

A perfect space for entertaining. I love the wood walls and ceiling. No corner was left unaccounted for.

Media Room in Aspen Home by Studio Sofield

A sleek oak-paneled media room. The back of the custom Studio Sofield sofa is very interesting.

Staricase in Home by Architects Studio B

A black-walnut staircase. I can’t get enough of the great juxtaposition of natural elements in the home.

Incredible Marble Wall in Aspen Home designed by Studio Sofield

Can you believe this Burma-teak marble wall? Seriously, that just looks phenomenal against the Waterworks tub.

Master Bedroom with incredible walls by Studio Sofield Architects

The master bedroom is adorned with perforated suede wall panels. A soft and warm look. I love the oversized kimono hanging from the ceiling.

Stone Wall and Wood Ceiling in Aspen Home

A little marble, a little wood, a little stone, a little glass. A lot of design!

Guest Room with Wood Headboard designed by Studio Sofield

A vintage George Nakashima bed. Incredible for a guest room.

Dressing Room of Aspen Home designed by Studio Sofield

A simple and modern dressing room. I love how the doors go all the way to the ceiling.

Incredible Marble Bathroom

The intricate mottled details of the Esmeralda onyx are showcased by the wide plank wood floors. It gives the appearance of a gorgeous sheet of Florentine paper.

A modern guest room designed by Studio Sofield

Serene, simple, and clean.

Windows and Wood Walls by Studio Sofield

This home is a little different from my personal style, but I love many of the elements used for a mountain house.

 

Aspen Moss

Growing up in Florida, every winter would bring a flux of people from the North coming to the sunshine state to escape the snow. Floridians somewhat-kindly refer to these people as “snowbirds.” This term is used not only to describe what they are fleeing, but often the color of their well maintained hair. Traffic is miserable, but it is always fun to guess what Cadillac is adorned with what northern license plate. A very similar type of migration happens in Colorado in the Summer. Only instead of snowbirds flocking the Rockies, it is Texans.

The heat in Dallas is truly miserable in July and August, so it is no wonder that many families from Dallas to Houston drive their oversized SUV’s and make their way to the Mountains of Aspen to Vail Village. Currently I am waking up in Aspen on this brisk morning and staying with a fabulous Dallas family. This week I thought I would pay tribute to beautiful Colorado homes. It is so hot out, so why not enjoy some Christmas styled homes in July.

Here is the beautiful Aspen home of Charlotte Moss (which has since been sold I believe) that was featured in Elle Decor. An oldie but goodie! Photos by Pieter Estersohn.

Stay Cool!

Charlotte Moss' Beautiful Aspen Home

Moss is a mastermind at incorporating blue and white into the home. I especially love those red velvet ottomans!  Her home is not a typical “mountain-decked-in-plaid-house” which is probably why I am drawn to it.

View in Charlotte Moss Aspen Home

A room with a view.

Lots of Blue and White in Charlotte Moss' Aspen Home

Another view of those red ottomans.

Wood Paneling in Charlotte Moss' Aspen Home

Gorgeous woodwork in this paneled den. A truly timeless home.

Dining Room in Charlotte Moss' Aspen Home

Tablescape in Charlotte Moss Aspen Home

I love the fresh simplicity of the dining room. Not overly formal and full of natural light.

Beautiful Tapestry in Charlotte Moss' Aspen House

A gorgeous tapestry goes all the way up the wood planked ceiling. A tapestry is a great way to fill a space if you want to avoid another gallery wall or lack a nice large piece of art.

Vingette in Charlotte Moss Aspen Home

Moss ties-in blue and white every chance she gets!

Living Room in Charlotte Moss' Aspen House

A perfect home in the winter or summer.

Guest Roon 2 in Charlotte Moss Aspen Home

A guest bedroom. I love the light fixture and two large beds.

Guest room in Charlotte Moss' Aspen Home

Ticking on the walls makes for a smart and classic bedroom. The leopard pillow on the bed adds a feminine and soft touch.

Antique Desk in Charlotte Moss' Aspen Home

Green Hallway in Charlotte Moss' ASpen Home

Windows are ideally placed in order to prevent this home from looking dark and somber. This gorgeous green hallway is nice and wide.

Master Bedroom in Charlotte Moss Aspen Home

The master bedroom. Clean, refined, and elegant. Clever how Moss has her bed posts resembling tree branches.

Dressing Room in Charlotte Moss' Aspen Home

This fur throw adds a punch of deep color and texture to this soft master bathroom.

Charlotte Moss on her Aspen Patio

Charlotte Moss sitting on her patio. Are you ready for winter? I would be if I could call this home.

See y’all tomorrow for more contemporary mountain design.  As always, follow me on instagram for up-to-date Colorado pictures.

 

Around The Townhouse

I once heard someone compliment a house by saying that they loved how they could open the front door and see straight through to the back. I was 11 years old when I heard that remark and I distinctly remember thinking that it was anything but a compliment. While open floor plans seem to be a popular concept, I like the the idea that each room can be distinct on it’s own and yet still blend with the house. One’s house can flow without having a whole floor encompassing one large space. This philosophy (which many won’t agree with) is why I love townhouses.

There is something about townhouses I find to be incredibly chic and sophisticated. A majority are three stories, but never very wide. It feels almost like a tree house, with each floor a layer and every room a story. They often hold a great deal of character and leave guests guessing what fabulous room is around the corner. I plan to feature plenty interiors of terrific townhouses on the blog, but today I am only going to give you a glimpse of just how chic the outside can be!

A reminder: Just because you live in a townhouse, it does not give you a right to sacrifice good landscaping. If that seems far fetched, just add two potted boxwoods by the front door- they really do make life better!

Be sure to follow The Potted Boxwood on Instagram next week for great design-inspired pictures from Colorado!

Townhouse in Lincoln Park Chicago via TFDAMH. jpg

A Lincoln Park, Chicago townhouse. Beautiful boxwoods and window boxes. Lovely architecture as well! Photo source: The Foo Dog Ate My Homework

Bunny Mellon's Townhome via FDAMH

Speaking of boxwoods….ahhhh! Bunny Melon’s townhome is my kind of heaven. The shutters are perfectly shaped and everything is so serene and wonderfully appointed. Photo source: The Food Dog Ate My Homework

Gorgeous Window Boxes via BJD Haus Design Blog

Incredibly designed window boxes make a statement! Photo source: BJD Haus Design

Greenwich Village Townhouse by Sawyer Berson

Look at the organized landscaping and sharp black shutters. This Greenwich Village townhome designed by Sawyer Berson would look perfect in every season, especially Fall!

London Townhouse on House Beautiful

A phenomenal South Kensington townhouse designed by Rob Southern. This entry is everything! Photo by James Merrell for House Beautiful 

Andrea Anson's NYC Townhouse via AD

Andrea Anson’s New York City townhouse is timeless and classic. Photo source: Architectural Digest 

Breakfast at Tiffany's Townouse

The Breakfast at Tiffany’s House has so much character (pun intended).

Charlotte Moss Townhouse

Charlotte Moss has such a flair for stylish living. A well landscaped courtyard in her NYC townhome.

Classic Townhouse via Flickr

Incredible architecture in this classic townhouse. Photo source: Flickr

Gorgeous Townhome and door via Pinterest

Seeing green in this chic a soft townhouse that packs personality. Photo source: Pinterest

Amazing Black and White Townhouse via Pinterest

Having quite a bit of fun with these statement steps and black glossed front door. Photo source: Pinterest

Townhome with Contrast via Pinterest

Lot’s of contrast between the black and white on this elegant townhome.

Great windows in this NYC townhouse via Little Green Notebook

Another great architectural townhome. The doors look so European! Photo source: Little Green Notebook

Gorgeous Townhome Entry via Pinterest

A lush and fresh townhouse entry. Photo source: Pinterest

Hewitt Horn Builders in Lincoln Park via FDAMH

The Lincoln Park area of Chicago is full of wonderfully built townhouses, like this one designed by Hewitt Hown Builders. 

Miles Redd's Townhouse

Miles Redd has such a gift for the use of color. It is no surprise that he let his NYC townhouse reflect his vibrant and design-genius personality.

Robert AM Stern Architects Townhome in West Village

A modern townhome in the West Village by Robert AM Stern. Lot’s of windows and great landscaping make the back visually appealing and functional.

Gorgeous Black Door and Topiaries via Habitually Chic

Lovely. Photo source: Habitually Chic

Townhome Photographed by Max Kim-Bee via Cote de Texas

A fabulous door. I love the serene and stately presence of this townhouse. Photo by Max Kim-Bee

Townhome vie Elle Decor

Quite the roof on this incredible Washington townhome via Elle Decor

Townhouse with Blue windows via The Fuller View

A statement, soft blue paint line the windows of this townhouse. Photo source: The Fuller View

 

 

Luxe Laundry

Coming home from any vacation always means lots of dirty clothes, which also means lots of laundry! I am going to drop off my little Emmie the Pug at day care (don’t judge- she needs it!), and then spend the rest of the day separating whites, colors, delicates, and dry cleaning. My mother is incredibly particular about laundry and I think that must have trickled down to me. I need lots of softener on sheets and lots of brightener on colored clothes. It is my way or the highway when it comes to the care of my favorite outfits.

Today I am going to share some of my favorite laundry products and inspiring rooms to wash your whites and clean your colors. Happy laundry day!

 

Blue and White Wallpapered Laundry Room

If there is one thing I love in a laundry room, it is wallpaper. This blue and white print is perfect in a place that emulates fresh and clean. Photo source: Pinterest

decor pad laundry room

I love the subway tiles all around, as well as how the cabinets go up to the ceiling (FYI cabinets should ALWAYS go to the ceiling). It is equal parts functional, calming, and cool. Photo source: Decor Pad

Laundry Room by Cheryl Scarlet of Design Transformations Schumacher Wallpaper

Again, wallpapered laundry rooms make life better. I also love how they included that pretty yellow lamp and great organization. Wallpaper: Schumacher Designer: Cheryl Scarlet of Design Transformations 

Laundry Room via Domaine Home

This gray dutch door is ideal in this laundry room. Who wouldn’t want a built in dog bed and farmhouse sink? Photo source: Domaine Home

Laundry Room with great shelving

Great shelving and clean lines make up this modern and classic laundry room. A perfectly colored cabinet. Photo source: Liz Marie Blog

Laundry Room Jamie MacLean

My favorite part about this laundry room by Jamie MacLean is the light. Most laundry rooms tend to be in windowless spaces, but why should any essential room lack light? This room has great hardware and wonderful windows. Photo source: House & Home

Chic French Laundry Room elle decor

A laundry room masked as a garden oasis. I love the french sink and watering cans. Absolutely charming. Who would have ever thought “laundry” and “charming” could be used interchangeably? Photo source: Elle Decor

Laundry Room via Hometalk

Black, white, and clean lines. I love the wainscoting for the walls. Photo source: Hometalk

Clean Laundry Room with White Cabinets

Subway tile floors and a fabulous light fixture make this laundry room the perfect nook. Always a great idea to keep a rail for hang-dry clothes above the sink!

White cabinets in utility and laundry room

Functional Laundry and Utility Room

So where do you fold your clothes? Mine end up on my couch, dining room table, and bed. My goal in life is to have a laundry room where all of the folding occurs in the laundry room. Novel idea, right? Photo source: Liz Marie Blog

Large and functional laundry room

A simple. clean, and functional laundry. I think having a nice light fixture is key. I would add a sunburst mirror above that sink! Photo source: Elle Decor

Laundry Room on Saved by Southern Belle

A fantastic floor and farmhouse sink! Photo source: Saved By The Southern Belle

Laundry Room Sas interiors

Genius! Washing machines are ugly- cover them up! Photo source: SAS Interiors

Blue Appliances in Laundry Room

A little more of a rustic feel with the antique doors. Notice the studio type lighting. Shelving above the washing machines is such a trend, but some people do not like front loaders. Something to keep in mind! Photo source: Pinterest

Laundry room via Remodelista

Hello!? Why bother throwing your towels in the dirty clothes bin when you can throw them straight into the wash? Having multiple machines may be pricey, but it certainly is functional. Photo source: Remodelista

Laundry room with light fixtures and white cabinets

I guess you can store your sterling in you laundry room. I mean how often do you really use it? I adore the lighting in here. Photo source: Pinterest

Lockers and mudroom laundry room

A multi-purpose mudroom and laundry room. The cubbies are great for organization and the brick floors are very functional in this space. Photo source: Pinterest

Chic Closet Laundry Room

A good majority of homes have a laundry room as a closet (my place included). This is how it should be done. Cabinets to the ceiling for streamlines organization and a silvery backsplash adds a nice touch. Photo source: House of Youthful Dreams

wallpapered laundry room

Because why shouldn’t you use Gracie wallpaper in a laundry room? This just makes life better. Photo and design in 2009 DC Design House.

 

Products I Use And Love:

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Tide Free & Gentle  Ecover Fabric Softener

Tide-Boost-DuoTide Boose Vivid

 

Bright, clean, and soft- these products do the trick!

Forever New Fabric Care WashThe Laundress Delicate Wash

 

These products for gentle and delicate washes will make everything from your Hanky Panky’s to Sferra Sheets feel the best and last the longest!

 

Meyer's Clean Day Basil Dryer Sheets

You may think Basil is a weird scent for your dryer sheets, but I keep going back to this scent wash after wash!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Classic Dallas Dwelling

I am heading back to Dallas today. As much as I love Florida, Dallas has me hooked on it’s sophisticated charm, fantastic food and fabulous shopping. You frankly can’t go wrong in a city that is the birthplace of Neiman Marcus! Today, I want to tell you about a different Marcus and my obsession with a home that is elusive and breathtakingly beautiful.

A couple years ago, I was helping a friend deliver swag bags for generous donors of a local Dallas charity. One of the addresses on the list was the home of Nancy Cain Marcus. We entered the high-hedged driveway and sat silently for several minutes just admiring the meticulous landscaping and architecturally significant home. I never saw the inside, but was struck by the home’s stately presence.

Fortunately, I can rely on magazines to have a little more gumption to ask to go indoors. As I head back to the Big D, I just had to share with you this enchanting Dallas residence. As always, I look forward to sharing many more!

Photos by Matthew Millman in Architectural Digest

Architecture and Interiors by Peter Marino

Home of Nancy Cain Marcus, Interiors by Peter Marino

The beautiful Marcus home was originally built in 1929, but Marino updated the limestone entry and interiors. I really wish there were more pictures of the grounds. The landscaping is incredible.

Peter Marino Marcus Entry

The entry of the home is on a smaller scale than one would expect, but it keeps the home warm and fresh with limestone walls and a skylight.

Peter Marino

The gilt-leg sofas and Russian armchairs designed by Marino fill this formal living area full of perfect symmetry.

Peter Marino Marcus living room

A priceless painting by Joan Mitchell is the focal point of this very soft and refined sitting area.

Peter Marino DMarcus Dining Room

A classic palate in this dining room with Russian style chairs and chandelier. I love the arched french doors.

Peter Marino Dallas Home of Nancy Cain Marcus

A wonderful wall of windows in this loggia off the garden and pool area. I love the light throughout the house.

Peter Marino Dallas Master

Peter Marino Dallas Bedroom

Soft and calming hues of blue and white in this Swedish style master retreat.

Peter Marino Marcus Home Wallpaper

Fabulous garden prints adorn this guest-room wall of fabric designed by Marino himself.

Peter Marino Marcus Outside Area

The outdoor area off of the breakfast room is full of light and manicured greens. A wonderful transitional area in this classic estate.

 

 

 

Orange Is The New Black

Orange is the New Black may be a hit television show (that frankly gives me anxiety), but it is also a color, that when used properly, can be a great addition to any room. I know one Dallas woman who loves orange in her home and in her fashion. She uses it in such a sophisticated way that it almost acts as a neutral. Orange is a vibrant, happy, and unique color that injects energy into a room like no other color is quite able to accomplish.

While Texas is now my home state, I thought I would pay homage to my birth state. Orange is a color in Florida that can’t be avoided, whether in the juice isle at Publix or staring at license plates in bumper to bumper traffic. If used in abundance, orange can make a room seem loud and overpowering. If used properly, it can add a spirited and vivacious focal element to any space.

So how do you feel about orange? Too risky, or just right?

 

Andrew Raquet in Lyford Cay via AD

A cheerful room in Lyford Cay designed by Andrew Raquet. Photo source: Architectural Digest

Bar cart with Orange Wall via Lonny

 

A perfect orange backdrop for a Midcentury vintage bar cart. Photo source: Lonny

Blue and White vases against orange wall via My Design Chic

I just can’t escape the love of blue and white! Why would I want to? Photo source: My Design Chic

Brooke Shields Kitchen via AD

Brooke Shields may symbolize fashion, but so does her kitchen. I love the hint of orange in this laid-back kitchen and eating room. A collection of topiaries is a great and easy idea for a dining room table.  Photo source: Architectural Digest

Bunny Wiliiams via AD

Bunny Williams masters simple elegance in this bathroom. I love the two orange chairs flanking the sink from Treillage! Photo source: Architectural Digest

Hermes Blankets in Bedroom

There is no other iconic orange like a Hermes Orange. Some will take a Birkin, but I’ll take the blankets! Well, who am I kidding? I’ll take both! Designed by Sally Markham in House Beautiful.

Hermes Boxws via Apartment Therapy

From Blankets to Boxes, Hermes really masters the perfect orange hue. Photo source: Apartment Therapy 

Jorge Marin's House via T Magazine

A subtle and sophisticated orange wall in the home of Jorge Marin in T Magazine.

Kelly Wearstler Orange Front Door

Kelly Wearstler always finds a way to add a pop of color. This orange door proves to be the perfect route.

Aerin Lauder Orange Room Via Elle Decor

My favorite stylemaker Aerin Lauder’s older version of her Hampton’s living room. See the newer version on my earlier post.  Photo source: Elle Decor

Mary McDonald for Shumacher

A collection of prints and fabrics for Shumacher from the million dollar decorator Mary McDonald.

Meg Braff Orange via The Glam Pad

Meg Braff adds a splash of orange in a colorful Palm Beach home! Photo source: The Glam Pad

Miles Redd Orange Sofa

Miles Redd chooses an orange tufted sofa in this Hague Blue room. Chic!

Nate Berkus Chiago Home Magazine

A room full of neutrals by Nate Berkus is brought to life with this orange velvet bench. Photo source: Chicago Home Magazine  

Orange cabinet linings

A white room full of orange accents, from the pillow to the shelves. Photo source: House Beautiful 

Orange Dining Room via Chinoserie Chic

An orange chinoiserie dining room wallpaper is ideal for the blue framed prints to shine! Photo source: Chinoiserie Chic

Orange Porter Chairs via Apartment Therapy

Porter’s chairs always add such an element of style to a room. Sadly the gorgeous black leather one my grandmother had ended up in the hands of her housekeeper somewhere in Chula Vista, California. Marta=1. Only grandchild= 0.

Orange Runner

A fantastic runner. Notice the orange paint that lines the molding on the wall to the left. Makes a difference! Photo source: Pinterest

Orange Sofa Charlotte Moss via A Gift Wrapped Life

A sumptuous velvet sofa makes a statement in this refined and timeless room by Charlotte Moss.

Orange Towels via Chinoserie Chic

I always go by the white towel rule, but these orange towels add the perfect balance of color to this black bathroom.  Photo source: Chinoserie Chic

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Those sweet orange Hermes boxes have appeared again. I love how they pick up the orange in the picture above the table! Photo source: Pinterest

Tobi Fairley Duralee Fabirc for Hamptons Designer Showhouse via Pinterest

If you follow designers on instagram this past weekend, you would have seen the beautiful reaction to Tobi Fairley’s master sanctuary of orange Duralee fabric in the Hamptons Designer Showhouse. It was simply stunning.

Via Pheobe Howard

Blue and orange give this room by Phoebe Howard a relaxed and inviting ambience.

Tory Burch Orange library via Foo Dog Ate My Homework

Tory Burch’s orange lacquered library would be an ideal location for anytime of day. Gorgeous!

The Land Of The Pines

Anytime you call the Carolina Hotel in Pinehurst, North Carolina they answer the phone saying, “It’s a beautiful day in Pinehurst!” Rain, sunshine, or snow, their greeting remains the same. It is hard for this small golfing community to think the day should be anything other than beautiful, especially when surrounded by towering pines, chic boutiques, and charming homes. I may be bias considering I come here at least twice a year to visit my grandmother and some extended family. Nevertheless, Pinehurst has a chic Southern ambience that would make any visitor readily planning their next trip back.

While golfing is the real draw (The US Open was just hosted here), I look forward to seeing the picturesque cottage homes that evoke the feeling you will be welcome through every door. However this weekend I am not quite sure anyone would have invited me into their home, since I was the girl sitting shot-gun in my cousin’s car and pointing my camera in their direction. I just had to share with y’all the sweet charm of Pinehurst homes.

Pinehurst, North Carolina

Pinehurst Resort in NC

The front drive of the Carolina Hotel & Resort in Pinehurst, North Carolina.  Pine trees are everywhere!

Green front door with rocking chairs

So many sweet plankboard homes on every corner. Many are named and adorned with rocking chairs, pretty window boxes, and an American flag.

White house with black shutters and American Flag

House with lush lanscaping in Pinehurst

While it may not photograph well from my vantage point, this house is one of my favorites. I love the lush yard and landscaping.

White home with lush lanscaping in Pinehurst

Another view.

White home with great landscaping in NC

garage in Pinehust

White home with black shutters in Pinehurst

White Home in Pinehurst NC

White brick with blue shutters in Pinehurst

Love a white house with pretty blue shutters.

Victorian home in Pinehurst

A little victorian cottage near the village.

White House with Black Shutters in Pinehurst NC Side gate in Pinehurst

Yellow home in Pinehurst NC White house with large columns in Pinehurst

White House with Blue Shutters in Pinehurst NC

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The Thistle Dhu House in Pinehurst

This house named Thistle Dhu was built in 1919 by James Barber of Barber Steamship Links of New York. Barber built the first ever miniature golf course on his property and called it Thistle Dhu, which was translated into the phrase “This’ll Do.” Fun Fact!

House with Red Roof in NC

Red brick home with ivy on the house

Love this one!

nantucket style house in Pinehurst

Has a little Hamptons/Nantucket feel to it.

Light yellow home with wood glass front door

Red brick home with black shutters

light blue front door with flag

Sweet blue front door.

Large White House in Pinehurst

Large Boxwoods at house in NC

Hedges and white flowers in Pinehurst

Gated front entry in Pinehurst

Gate with house name in Pinehurst

I loved this gate!

Driveway in Pinehurst

A long drive to another gorgeous white home.

Brick home with black glass front door

blue shutter front door

Blue House in Pinehurst  Black front door with window boxes

Pinehurst NC trees

A typical drive in Pinehurst. The air here is so clean, crisp, and refreshing. Many wealthy families would come here because they believed the pine trees could cure any ailment.

Downtown Pinehurst

The village of Pinehurst. It is full of wonderful home stores, boutiques, and restaurants with the best sweet tea. Nearby Southern Pines also has wonderful shopping!

Manolia 61 in Pinehurst 3

Magnolia 61– A fun and fabulous boutique that opened in November!

Magnolia 61 in Pinehurst

Magnolia 61 in Pinehurst 2

Great paintings by local artists.

Furbish Studio Raliegh

When going to Pinehurst, we always fly into Raleigh. They have the most amazing boutique, Furbish Studio. Reasonably priced with amazingly chic and colorful home accessories.

Photos By Christina Dandar For The Potted Boxwood

 

 

Reality Check

I must admit, I love a good dose of reality TV. I could watch Andy Cohen chat up the housewives on Bravo all the live long day. I know that it is often mindless and overly dramatic, but it is a fun way to unwind after a day of heavy news (like yesterday) and purposeful work. Like all television shows I often pick favorites, so imagine my delight when discovering that two of my favorite California housewives have their homes on the market.

Yolanda Foster and her husband, renown musician and composer David Foster, listed their custom Malibu mansion for $27 million in the spring, and recently reduced the price to $24.9 million. The home is famed for the Foster’s large parties and beautiful grounds full of lemon trees, not to mention the wonderful views of the Pacific. Further south in Orange County, Shannon Beador and her husband David are selling their Orange County home for $13 million. Their four-story home is decorated by Robert Ricker and includes a basketball court and formal gardens. These homes may be a little over the top, but then so are the wives in them.

I figure it is Friday, why not have a little fun?!

 

The Foster’s Home: Malibu

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David and Yolanda Foster

Yolanda and David Foster

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*photos from Chris Cortazzo Reality

The Beador’s House: Orange County

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Shannon and David Beador

Shannon and David Beador

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*photos from HOM Group Sotheby’s

 

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The Fosters

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