Inspiracion Cubana

Some of my favorite inspirations for design and style come from photographs of Cuba.   I would have loved to have seen Cuba in all it's glory during the 1950's, but I still appreciate the old charm and passion of Havana.   There is still a subtle sophistication and glamour to even the most deteriorated homes there.  Visiting Havana and restoring a home one day goes to the top of my list...Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO! 

Florine Chandelier: Layla Grayce,  1860 Luis XV Chandelier: Olde Good Things, Holloway Sofa: Anthropologie, Felice 3 Tier Chandelier: Steven Handleman, Eloquence Antique Mirror Napoleon III: Layla Grayce, Mason Love Chair: Bliss Home

Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea is one of my favorite tropical plants. I love how the bright colors of orange pink and red can give any home an instant Spanish style. The plant is very low maintenance and will stay in bloom for almost all year. Put this beauty where it can bathe in the sun and give your home a little Spanish flare...

Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO!

Primitive Swedish Bench: Chairish, Cement Urn Planters: Chairish, Handwoven Doormat: Anthropologie, Wall Garden Trellis: Grandin Road, Bougainvillea Plants: Brighter Blooms

Las Casas de Cabo San Lucas

Homes in Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas is a place I have traveled to often and know well. Although I don't love all the tourist attractions and crowds of spring breakers, there are some amazing places to stay! George Clooney and Cindy Crawford share an amazing beach casita there as well as other famous folk. It's hard no to be inspired by these amazing homes and makes Cabo San Lucas not only a great place for fish tacos and shunshine, but a perfect place for a hacienda. 

Viva la vida and do it with Estilo!

Director Chair: Serena and Lily, Vale Dinning Table: One Kings Lane, Basket Pendant: Bliss Home, Pushkar Pillow: Anthropologie, Sirena Lantern: Bliss Home, Palais Silver Bowls: Jayson Home, Banded Teak Trunk: One Kings Lane, Blue Stem Cup: Jayson Home

La Sala-Negro y Blanco

White and Black Living Rooms

White and black living rooms are chic and classy. I love the look of the clean lines with a touch of edge. This is probably my most favorite non-color combination. Whether its Spanish style or modern, this style works well. Combining these colors can also create the illusion of a bigger space. It's way too hard to narrow down my favortite looks, but here are a couple

Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO!

Linen Novalie Sofa: Anthropologie, Graphic Pillows: Kelly Weastler, Fluted Marble Vase: Kelly Weastler, Avalon Heights Table: Layla Grayce, Elliot Chair: Kelly Weastler, Zebra Print Rug: One Kings Lane

50 Shades of Gray

50 shades of gray

Add a cool contemporary look to your house with the color gray. Don't think of gray as depressing but a great backdrop to make other colors stand out. The color gray also allows wood tones to pop and can create a glamorous look. 

Viva la vida and do it with ESTILO!

Joseph Club Chair: One Kings Lane,  Mesh Beehive Pendant: Anthropologie, Luxe Lapin Pillow: Calypso, Masinissa Hand Knotted Rug: Dash and Albert, Benchmade by BrownstoneThompson Sofa: Layla Grayce, Linen Floor Cushion: Calypso, Evelyn Mirrored Chest: One Kings Lane