Let the sunshine in - bright and airy interiors

FREE IMAGES There is nothing like a freshly de-cluttered and scrubbed clean room that makes me feel like spring is really here.  Add open windows (love that spring air smell!) and the bright green of new growth and your home is a little piece of heaven!

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I would love a patio office!
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Things I Envy

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With all the remodeling going on in our house I am envying more spaces than usual! It's so much fun seeing what you had visioned for a room coming true and it makes you want to do so many more projects! If only we could leave the messy part out..

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Gorgeous brick and wood!

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Lots of space for dinner parties!

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Storage galore!

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Large windows!

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Outdoor living space.

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A place that's muddy puppy paw friendly!

What do you envy the most?

Windows That Make A Statement

FREE IMAGES The right windows can make a room feel warmer, cleaner, larger, or more luxurious! Natural light gives a room something most indoor lighting can't match.  I appreciate natural light most in the morning, when it makes waking up a little brighter, and in the evening when it fills the house with golden light. Check out the windows that are making a statement in these rooms:

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A sunny oasis! All that natural light really makes you want to get up and make the most of the day.

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I love this little nook of windows. A great space for a little kitchen table or maybe even a great book and a comfy chair!

Non traditional windows really give the room a modern, or historical look. This room feels so grandiose and industrial chic with floor to ceiling windows.
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I love the detail in these windows. This is a great mix of historical and modern. Such a unique decorative touch.


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Dreamy conservatories

FREE IMAGES Now that the weather is starting to cool down *sniff *sniff, it won't be long before it's too uncomfortable to spend any long amount of time being outdoors.  Unless, of course, you're lucky enough to have a conservatory or glass sunroom, in which case you can enjoy the feeling of being outside all the year long.  I know little of conservatory design, except for that I wouldn't mind having any of the below:

If you can't add a conservatory to your home,  this little detached one would still be amazing to have. I would put it by a pond or lake...if I had one....

 This conservatory looks to be abandoned, which adds a sort of romantic appeal to it, but you can imagine how beautiful it used to be.

I LOVE the feeling of warm sun in the winter mornings, and this window would be a great place to sit and get it.

How perfect is this?

Maybe not technically a conservatory... but still amazing.

I would sit in here and draw.

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*disclosure: this post is in partnership with Sheerwater Glass

Clean and serene - a look at minimalist design

FREE IMAGES Minimalism is a popular concept that has been employed for many interior designers over the decades, including very famous ones like Jean-Michel Frank. Minimalism is a design concept inspired by famous artists such as Donald Judd, Carl Andre, Agnes Martin and Frank Stella and it has drawn its inspiration from cultural sources such as the simplicity of Japanese traditional home designs and Zen Philosophy.

I don't tend to feature minimalist spaces too often, because it's not a life style that I think I could live.  However, whenever I do a clean sweep of my apartment, which I just did this weekend, all of the bare surfaces and perfectly straightened books inspires me to try and keep it up.

The basics of minimalism is unadorned and essentials only. Of course, there is a fine line where minimalism crosses over into cold and institutional. If minimalism is something you'd like to dabble in, here are a few principles to help you attain the minimalist loft of your dreams: 

Minimalism is neutral

Think neutral and block colours. Pristine white, light grey, clean taupe, make sure to draw inspiration from fresh, clean colour palettes.

Minimalism is bare

Minimalism means adorning your loft, but still giving it room to breathe. A good place to start is with the walls. Keep them simple and clean. Windows should be free of complicated draperies. There are so many options to keep your space private yet exposed. Look at using blinds by Velux,  and maybe try playing with clean shutters and very light curtains.

Minimalism is personal

A touch of personality brings your minimalist loft to life. You have wooden crates in the cellar? Clean them up and stack them together to create side tables. Whether you get creative or opt for the creativity of others via home furnishing brands and stores, choose pieces that are streamlined and geometric, clean and straight, smooth and curved.

Minimalism is light

And not just in terms of colour. Minimalist living spaces play of the lightness of its pieces and surroundings. Furniture should be light and low, no bulk or bulge. Rooms should make the best of natural light, again with the use of things like Velux window blinds, and knowing how to play with reflective surfaces can add space to any room.

Minimalism is inspirational

Finally, in order to achieve your dream of minimalist loft, you will need to know where to look for inspiration:

• Start by doing your research. What pieces do you have in mind to help create the ideal minimalist look for your loft? What feel do you want? Get some ideas on Pinterest and get some light inspiration.

• After gathering ideas of what you want for your home, visit stores like Ikea and Dwell for a selection of minimalist furniture pieces.

 • For windows, look to brands such Velux for great ideas on what kind of windows, solar thermal installations and blinds you might want for your loft.

 • If you want exquisite lights and light fixtures, look to brands such as Artemide and Boffi, and websites such as keslighting.com.

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