Byron Bay is a beach side town located on the east coast of Australia just south of Brisbane and well north of Sydney. With an eclectic mix of surfing, sophistication, and a big dose of bohemian culture, a thriving design scene has recently emerged. One of the most notable additions Read more…
The calendar may say October but don’t let that force you into a color scheme of brown and orange. Equally rich but not nearly as expected is the pairing of pink and wine. Like a great cab served with a perfectly seasoned filet, spice up your fall with this interesting Read more…
The carefree and lazy days of summer may be almost over but Labor Day is right around the corner and a great excuse for a picnic. Nothing sets the mood quite like gingham. Either in big, bold, navy blue or a blend of bright pink and citrus orange checks, gingham Read more…
Shabby chic may be a term of the past but elements of its style are not forgotten. Keep the elegance of the french caned furniture and simple, white, slip covered furniture and painted floors but switch it up by substituting the floral, frilly and sometimes frou frou look with warm rustic Read more…
Modern design is about clean lines and minimalism. In a post-industrial era, many rejected the notion of traditional. But in a beach house setting, you can’t forget the color. Sleek and white make a home feel spacious and uncluttered but there’s surely a way to make modern more fun than Read more…
Whether you’re planning on perfecting your slalom or your game of Yahtzee this summer, there’s no better place to unwind and take in that fresh mountain air than by the lake. But the A-frame or cottage doesn’t have to scream dark and rustic. With the right combination of nautical, lodge Read more…
Whether you are moving into a new house or simply reinventing a room, the best place to start is by picking a color palette. Think about a color that make you happy. Add a second coordinating color, perhaps another shade of the same color or one right next to it Read more…
Surfing has always allured a certain type of risk taker. While movies like The Endless Summer popularized the notion of the traveling, bohemian surfer searching for the perfect wave, the 80s brought us Quicksilver, Billabong, Jeff Spicoli and the professionalization of the sport. With it came neon swimsuits and beach accessories Read more…