I've recently discovered a trend I want to try to use.. Stripes! For some reason stripes intimidate me. There's something stringent, serious and stiff about them, but once I did some research, I was hooked! The key is to use it as an accent. A striped rug, art piece or accessory here and there can do the trick. The striking black and white rug gives this room so much character considering the furniture pieces are very simple and ordinary. I like how they combined a ... continue reading...
Dark and Spooky
I've decided to go with something I don't usually do.. dark interiors! It's perfect for this time of the year. Dark and drab can still be dark but luxurious and elegant but for now I think it is a bit spooky. Here are some photos. Our first photo is definitely creepy. It is a beautiful bird but keeping it as a pet surely is weird. It's the first time I've seen a brick wall painted black. It did catch my interest. I can see myself using this as long as I combine it with pops of happy ... continue reading...
Concept Mood Boards
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Marilen.ph In The Making..
At the end of a busy day, once my kids (two toddlers age 3 and 1) are asleep and in the midst of quietness, I find my "me-time". This can be spent anywhere from working on design concepts, browsing through homeschool blogs or reading about design and Pinterest. After a night spent in virtual bliss my imagination soars, and in my dreams I sometimes see visions like the next color palette I want to use. I realized reviving my blog would be a good outlet for my passions, but more importantly I ... continue reading...
Ice cream Inspired
We decided to make ice cream today and since my life is about the sweet combination of being a mom and work, I took things a step further and looked for interiors that went with my ice cream colors. I love the casual set up of this living room with cute marshmallow pink accent chairs by frydogdesign. The composition of simple artwork and fresh-cut flowers add an innocent kind of feel to this space. Who would have thought pink doors would work? I admire the courage and ... continue reading...
