Obama bed

Rumor has it that this is the bed that Smith purchased for the Obamas. Thanks Cote de Texas for this tidbit.

Here is another Michael Smith bedroom also posted by CdT which is traditional, peppered with high end American antiques yet still warm and cozy. Brilliant.

Presidential Design

images courtesy of domino

It's official, Obama has appointed Michael Smith Secretary of the Interior. Interior to the white house that is. Appologies, I'm feeling a bit punchy.

Anyway, we are in for a treat as we see what Michael concocts for the Obamas. Here are a few glimpses of his portfolio to whet your appetite.

Cozy Bath

photo courtesy of domino

Carolina Herrera Jr. wanted to create a dressing room she could hang out in. The petite floral fabric on the walls, pink striped lounge chair and layered cow hide rug on carpet create a cozy atmosphere for wardrobe and tub. An inviting way to start or end the day.

Fall Flora

photos courtesy of domino

Pheasant feathers look great with brown transferware dinner plates on a mostly white background.


This is and easy and pretty arrangement of Nandina, we have a ton in our yard. If you aren't careful it will take over, but it does have pretty folliage and berries this time of year. I never thought of bringing it indoors.


Love this natural table with driftwood and crab apples. I wonder who makes those blue plates? My china is a similar cobolt blue from Mottaheda, Blue Lace.

Election Day

Serena and Lily are having a election day sale on their red and blue Nate collection. They have beautiful baby and children's room linens and have been growing their business. It has been fun to see all their new creations. What talented gals.

Slow Blogging

It has been a slow few weeks on my design blog. We moved back into our house and I've been trying to get unpacked and settled.

Here are a few snapshots of our new house. I love our dark wood floors, a 50% mix of antique walnut and ebony and our fresh walls in linen white. We used more color in the bedrooms and study.

As for decorating I started with the basics, fresh paint, drapery and accent pillows, a new dining room table and lighting. Over time we will add the finishing touches, a few more pieces of furniture that I don't want to rush into, plenty of art and some accessories.

**Updated to add that this curtain fabric is one of Windsor Smith's designs that my friend Lisa found for us.**

Bath Inspiration

Our house remodel project is almost complete. The floors were stained this week and we are waiting for them to dry. Next week appliances will be installed and the final paint touch ups will be completed.

Here is a bathroom photo that inspired a bit of my own bath. I love these sconces and the subway tile. We also used a similar shade of pale gray on the walls.