Colourful and bold

I just ordered The New Bespoke, interiors by Frank Roop.  I have been smitten with his work for awhile and thought it was about time I pick up a copy of his book.  I am anticipating it's arrival, but in the mean time I wanted to share some eye candy.

Frank Roop Interiors

Celebrity House - Ashley Madekwe

I have become addicted to Revenge {thanks Nick}. I love everything about it - the fashion, the characters, the story lines and of course the gorgeous houses they all live in, great set design on this show.

One of the characters on the show is Ashley Davenport, a social climber who organises events in the Hamptons is played by British actress Ashley Madekwe.

I first saw her in Secret Diary of a Call Girl but I prefer her character on Revenge much more. 

Ashley recently made the move to LA for her new role and into this beautiful apartment in Hancock Park.

 

 

 

 

 

 

I just love all the elements of it. 

It has that bit of glam and sophistication. 

Modern but old. 

So, so pretty.

I also posted about Ashley this week on my other blog, The Orange Book. 

Pop over and have a peek into more of her uh-mazing style.

images via refinery29

Magnificent Houses- Casas Magníficas - in 40m2

Who said it was not possible to have the most beautiful, tidy and everything-in-the-right-place home, in just 40m2?! I do not know who said it, but not me!... Look at this small apartment and notice the details and where in such a short space, there is all that it takes to live. I particularly like the predominance of white and the details present all over the space that contribute to balance and harmony.

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Quem disse que não era possível ter a casa mais gira, e arrumada e com tudo no local certo, em apenas 40m2?! Não sei quem foi que disse, mas não fui eu!! Reparem bem nos detalhes de rentabilização de espaço, deste pequeno apartamento onde em tão pouco espaço, existe tudo o que é preciso para viver. Gosto particularmente da predominância do branco e dos detalhes de côr que presentes em todas as divisões e que contribuem para o equilíbrio e harmonia em todo o espaço.

Reparem no chão único em todas as divisões * notice the white floor in all spaces too...

Não é uma ideia inteligente colocar o vidro a dividir divisões? Isn't that a wise idea to have the glass pannels dividing spaces?

A máquina de lavar teve de ir morar na casa de banho. mas não choca nada! * Washing magine had to go in the bathroom but it's not bad at all.

Yesterday I followed the appeal of a friend to vote on her blog I foun out I was also nominated in the 'best interior design blog'!
(here)

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Ontem ao seguir o apelo de uma amiga, a Mia do blogdamia.blogspot.com, para votar no blogue dela no 'Turista acidental', descobri que também estou nomeada para melhor blogue de decoração!...
Giro não é?
Vão lá votar amigas do blog! em mim e no blogdamia.
(aqui)

Obrigada e Até Amanhã

Ana Antunes

(Thank you for sharing my passion for beautifull homes)

Photo credits, sotheby's

Modern Bunk Rooms for Teenage Boys

It is possible for teenage boys to
bunk up without butting heads. It just takes agreement on some things and
compromise on others. In today’s modern bunk rooms it allow teens to keep
things fair and square by dividing space equally  and allowing both or all
occupants to express themselves.Check out these amazing modern teenage boys
bunk rooms and I’m sure all will be in agreement of how

Bunk Rooms for Teenage Boys

Space is a major factor when you have a large family, but
what do you do when the majority of them are boys?  Have you ever considered a bunk room, I love
bunk rooms because they allows for a place for all your teenage sons and their
friends.Most teenage boys I know are not into sharing beds with their friends therefore
bunk rooms are the perfect solution because of their space saving abilities

Teen Boys Sports Theme Bedrooms

Let your teen boy’s passion for athletics fuel his rooms decorating
scheme. A sports theme will roll with your son’s transformation from silly
young boy to growing young man. Fill the room with all his memorabilia and be
sure to provide a prominent place to display things. Don’t take for granted
that your teen boy isn’t still into sports themes. Remember when he becomes a
young man he may have a

Boys Rooms Mapping it Out Designs

Timeless, sophisticated and classic style is perfect for a
teen boy’s bedroom. I always say if all else fails, “map it out” literally. Are
you’re looking for a direction in how to decorate your boy’s room? How about mapping
it out? Maps can be your guide in which to decorate your teen boy’s room. Decorating with maps are a smart starting point for a design with staying power. Remember there

Modern Design for Teenage Boys

I love modern teen rooms and teen boys rooms are no
different, if you have a teenage boy no doubt he’s hip, trendy, in style, and all
the rage  so no wonder he wants  his teenage bedroom to be modern and up-to-the-minute,
current in today’s hottest styles. Have no fear modern teenage boys rooms are
here. Check out these amazing modern and contemporary bedrooms for teen boys
below!!

Big Boys Bedroom Design Ideas

Designing a big
boy’s room is a luxury made difficult if considering his demands for
specific designs isn’t met. A teenager comes with lots of baggage. As a child
grows he accumulates more clothes, books, sports equipment and electronics.
Strategic designing for a big boy’s room should be considered while taking the space into consideration. Remember that
teen’s demands privacy and so much more,

Pro Golfer and Dallas Native Justin Leonard Throwing Up a 14,000 Sq. Footer on Euclid Ave. in N. Dallas

Justin Leonard and his wife Amanda chose to build on prime Dallas real estate: $4 million dollars worth.  Their new property is minutes away (maybe seconds away) from the Highland Park Police/Fire Dept, Turtle Creek, Dallas Country Club, Lakeside Park, US-75, and plenty of others.  With easy access to the thrills of Big D, their new 13,823 sq. foot residence sits at 3704 Euclid Ave.  The stone exterior and hip roof manse is 80% complete, according to Dallas CAD records.  The 6 bedroom/6 bathroom home includes 3 fireplaces, a wet bar, and 2 1/2 stories of living space.  From Google, it appears that Leonard took over 2 lots to build this one - the home to the west, or the home that was to the west of him, shows up on Virtual Globetrotting 3D, but not on Google Maps.  I don't have a clue as what happened to it, unless Leonard tore it down to construct his mansion.  The property value for 2011 was $5.16 million.  Good luck to the Leonard's as they complete their new home!

Thanks for reading,
John

B&B in France

These two eighteenth century neighbouring houses in Honfleur, France, were bought by a lawyer called Josette. She had them restored and are now linked by a patio. One of them serves as a Bed & Breakfast while the owner lives in the second one.


Hainaut river blue stone was used for the patio.


















Love the monogrammed lamp shades.

Louis-Phillipe Breydel
All images from here.

Not Pink and Beautiful Teen Girl Bedrooms

We all know how beautiful the color pink is for girl’s
bedrooms, but in today’s modern world there are plenty of beautiful rooms for
our daughters other then the color pink. I love girl’s rooms because even on
the cloudy of days girls rooms seems sunny thanks to the many beautiful hues that

are available for girls bedrooms. Today we can paint the walls blue, green and
even gray for a girl’s

Portuguese Talent - Ana Cordeiro at Maison et Objet

As promised here are the photos from my friend Ana Cordeiro's showroom at Maison et Objet. I'm so proud of her for the courage of filling a truck with her brand new collection, send it to Paris, spend a fortune to be an exhibitor there and doing a great job! She is like me when something gets in her head, she makes no fears! But she did it without knowing what the return that could have!... She did good I tell you! For it could only be a success because this friend is the most talented decorator and did a great job! Congratulations Ana! Portugal is proud of you! ... but what are words for when the images are everything!

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Conforme prometido aqui ficam as fotos do espaço showroom da minha amiga Ana Cordeiro na Maison et Objet. Tenho muito orgulho nesta minha amiga que é como eu quando mete uma coisa na cabeça, faz e sem mêdos! Foi uma corajosa em meter toda a sua nova colecção de peças de mobiliário num camião e França com ele, para a feira Internacional de decoração onde se paga uma nota preta, para ter um espaço e sem saber qual o retorno que poderia ter!

Pois só podia ser um sucesso porque esta amiga, talentosa decoradora é o máximo e fez um excelente trabalho! Parabéns Ana!...e mais palavras para quê, se as imagens já são tudo!

 

 

 

 

That is gorgeous indeed! Hope you like it!

Até Amanhã

Ana Antunes

(thank you for sharing my passion for beautiful homes)