"Pool cabana"
Daydreaming about lazy summer days by the pool? Me too! Summer is just around the corner (well, not really), so here is to the perfect pool cabana- Viva la summer.
If you are trying to entertain with a stylish swimming spot or create a serene, sophisticated retreat, these outdoor spaces make a perfect summer playground.
Whether it's an escape from the heat or a perfect backyard vacation, keeping it poolside has never been cooler.
Ernest Hemingway and Lauren Bacall, Spain 1950's
Happy Valentine's Day
While Valentine's Day is a favorite holiday in the United States, the Latin world takes on a different approach. Not only is the "Dia de Los Amores" for lovers, but also a celebration of friendship and life-long relationships that stand the test of time. Today, we tribute all the special people in our lives and the perfect way to celebrate- Latin style!
Inspired by Latin American textiles and bright colors, this table setting is the perfect spot for a dinner of "Amor".
Argentina dedicates an entire week to friendship and "sweetness". What better way to honor that week than with churros y chocolate (me encanta)!!
Whether you are spending the day with a loved one or solo with a sweet, hoping that Valentine's Day inspires you to create amor throughout your life and home!
Elizabeth Ann Designs
Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO!
Black and White
Nothing states glamour like black and white checkered tiles. Originally made popular in the 1930's by Dorothy Draper and the Hollywood Regency, the style is making a comeback and I couldn't be happier.
There is a space for checkerboard tiles in any home. Black and white has always had strong impression and can create a touch of charm and elegance. The tile designs may vary from simple to complex and look brilliant in a white room or with a pop of color.
Whether in a sleek modern room or a Latin inspired home, checkerboard tile always adds atyle.
Viva la vida and do it with Estilo!
"pink"
I love any shade of pink. For me, pink can be the perfect accent color to any room. It can be a wonderful backdrop color or an excellent statement piece. I like to choose pinks ranging from warm and inviting to bright and feminine.
Here are a couple of ideas of how to incorporate pink into your home- Just in time for Valentine's Day!
This picture boasts bright shades of pink, partnering bold oranges and reds to give this setting the perfect Latina touch!! VIVA ROSA
Adding a fun textile (you can find these at markets throughout most of Mexico) sometimes can make all the difference.
by Schuyler Samperton
This is a bold choice, but adding robust shades of pink with a classy room can add just the right amount of glamour.
Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO!
"to age gracefully"
While aging may be inevitable, it's important to do it with grace and style (this goes for buildings too). Two iconic images come to mind in Santa Barbara that stand the test of time, the Santa Barbara Mission and El Paseo Restaurant. Both represent the beauty and style of our culture.
The Santa Barbara Mission was established on the Feast of St. Barbara, December 4, 1786 by the Spanish Franciscans. It is a perfect blend of Indian, Mexican and Spanish cultures to form an amalgam of beauty and serenity. Its century old sophistication and bountiful rose gardens surrounding it make it difficult to pick the prettier view- inside vs. outside. (Hard pick!)
What better way to cleanse your sins than stopping by El Paseo Restaurant after church? The restaurant was built in 1922 as part of an 1826 adobe complex. It's my favorite stop for margaritas and to admire the Spanish Colonial architecture. A little vacation from your vacation.
These two gems give a little glimpse of my town and ESTILO, giving us an affinity for things that are old and teaching us that old can be more beautiful than new. Cheers to that!
Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO!
