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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Turquoise & Gray
We all know that gray has become the new 'neutral' color in interior decorating over the last few years. If you're not on the gray bandwagon yet, I'm pretty sure you will be soon. I love seeing gray paired with fresh and bright colors. . . especially turquoise! This color combo can be applied to chic and sophisticated spaces, or fun and whimsical rooms. It's definitely very versatile and looks great in many different applications. I myself love to see gray and turquoise paired with a pop of pink or yellow - so fun!! Here's some fantastic examples of this cool color combo;
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Project Sneak Peak
Here's a glimpse at an e-design project I recently finished!
The homeowners tastes are pretty traditional and somewhat rustic and country-inspired. They live in a home that was built to resemble a barn that is located on a ranch and is just yards away from a beautiful flowing creek. Their landscape in the Spring and Summer really is something else! Take a peak;
The only existing items that I wanted to incorporate into the design of the room where the light pine furniture pieces that were handmade by my client's husband which included a coffee table, side table and tv console as well as her collection of barn art. Everything else was fair game! I selected neutral furnishings to compliment the dark gray-green paint color I picked out. The 'wow-factor' in the room will be the rust colored drapery panels hung on the wall with three sliding glass doors that look out to the creek and farmland. I suggested covering up their existing dated brick fireplace wall with Eldorado stone and also designed some additional custom pieces (like the desk and closet doors) for the husband to fabricate. The homeowners are in the process of executing my design as we speak. Once the project has been completed I can't wait to show you the 'before & after's'!
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The homeowners tastes are pretty traditional and somewhat rustic and country-inspired. They live in a home that was built to resemble a barn that is located on a ranch and is just yards away from a beautiful flowing creek. Their landscape in the Spring and Summer really is something else! Take a peak;
The only existing items that I wanted to incorporate into the design of the room where the light pine furniture pieces that were handmade by my client's husband which included a coffee table, side table and tv console as well as her collection of barn art. Everything else was fair game! I selected neutral furnishings to compliment the dark gray-green paint color I picked out. The 'wow-factor' in the room will be the rust colored drapery panels hung on the wall with three sliding glass doors that look out to the creek and farmland. I suggested covering up their existing dated brick fireplace wall with Eldorado stone and also designed some additional custom pieces (like the desk and closet doors) for the husband to fabricate. The homeowners are in the process of executing my design as we speak. Once the project has been completed I can't wait to show you the 'before & after's'!
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Painted Fireplaces
To paint or not to paint, that is the question, right?! Many people are opposed "on principal" to the idea of painting a brick fireplace. While it is a very easy and cost effective solution to an ugly and unsightly fireplace, it's also very permanent. You have to weigh the pro's and con's before making this big decision. I am all for covering up a traditional brick fireplace if your design style and tastes are more modern. I inherited a white painted fireplace when we purchased our home and I immediately thought "SCORE! I don't have to do the work myself!" While a completely new and remodeled fireplace might be ideal, painting what you already have can also look fresh and modern. And don't think you have to stick with just white either. . . Here's some examples of brick and wood mantel fireplaces that have been painted and look amazing!
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Would you paint over a brick fireplace?
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Cafe Curtains
I'm working on a bathroom remodel right now and we are discussing window treatment options. The bathroom is very large and has a huge window, approximately 6' wide. Privacy is an issue since the bathroom is adjacent to the back door entrance to the home and the toilet sits right next to the window. Instead of doing traditional blinds in the bathroom (which would probably stay closed 99% of the time) I came up with the idea to do a stationary cafe style curtain. This would allow privacy as well as enable a ton of natural light to stream in through the upper portion of the window. Cafe curtains are usually found in kitchens or dining nooks, but you really can use them in any room of the house. Here's a couple of examples of this window treatment done in stylish applications;
I think this type of window treatment will be perfect in the bathroom that I am designing. Currently the space is a demolition zone. . . Here's an Instagram picture I took yesterday of the countertop that has been removed from the vanity;
As you can see we have a ways to go before it looks like a pretty, put together bathroom! I can't wait to get further along in the remodel process and share more with you!
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As you can see we have a ways to go before it looks like a pretty, put together bathroom! I can't wait to get further along in the remodel process and share more with you!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Vista Ranch & Cellars
A couple of months ago I was asked to help execute a plan for an elaborate, 250 guest wedding at The Vista Ranch & Cellars in Merced, California. I immersed myself in 100's of yards of burlap fabric and strands upon strands of lights in order to help create this gorgeous tent for a glamorous, country-style wedding on 11-11-11!
I love featuring snippets of gorgeous wedding inspiration that I find on the web, or details and pictures from events that I've planned or attended from time to time. But I've been wanting to feature more local wedding and party related stuff on the blog for a while. California's Central Valley really is home to so many awesome locations that are ideal for hosting parties and events and I feel like there really isn't a solid web presence for all of them. I thought today I would kick off the new series of highlighting great venues and vendors with a feature on The Vista Ranch & Cellars located in Merced, California!
The Vista Ranch & Cellars is an ideal location for hosting weddings and special events in the Central Valley. Their spacious venue consists of 20 acres and is home to 400 year old oak trees, lavish gardens, huge green lawns and even a private lake. They can accommodate 350+ guests on their outdoor patios and eye catching grounds.
Their large event center is perfect for indoor events year round as well! The facility also has a commercial kitchen, full staff and in-house caterer.
The property features a bridal cottage in a newly redecorated 1950's ranch style house that offers privacy for the bride and bridal party. It is furnished for relaxation and socialization before the wedding and even includes a salon area!
In addition to being a one-stop-shop wedding and special events venue, The Vista recently opened up their new wine tasting room! You can experience ten varieties of The Vista Cellars wine in a historic 1910 farmhouse that has been converted into a gorgeous, rustic style tasting room. They are open to the public daily!
The Vista Ranch & Cellars will also soon be expanding and opening up a farm market that will feature local produce including fresh vine and tree ripened fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains and dairy products. Coming later this year!
To book your wedding or next special event at this ideal venue, or for more information, visit The Vista Ranch & Cellars online here or check out their Facebook page for current events here!
Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this blog post are my own and that I was not paid or endorsed to promote their facility. However, if you are a wedding vendor or venue and would like to advertise your company on this blog, please contact me for more information.
I love featuring snippets of gorgeous wedding inspiration that I find on the web, or details and pictures from events that I've planned or attended from time to time. But I've been wanting to feature more local wedding and party related stuff on the blog for a while. California's Central Valley really is home to so many awesome locations that are ideal for hosting parties and events and I feel like there really isn't a solid web presence for all of them. I thought today I would kick off the new series of highlighting great venues and vendors with a feature on The Vista Ranch & Cellars located in Merced, California!
The Vista Ranch & Cellars is an ideal location for hosting weddings and special events in the Central Valley. Their spacious venue consists of 20 acres and is home to 400 year old oak trees, lavish gardens, huge green lawns and even a private lake. They can accommodate 350+ guests on their outdoor patios and eye catching grounds.
Their large event center is perfect for indoor events year round as well! The facility also has a commercial kitchen, full staff and in-house caterer.
The property features a bridal cottage in a newly redecorated 1950's ranch style house that offers privacy for the bride and bridal party. It is furnished for relaxation and socialization before the wedding and even includes a salon area!
In addition to being a one-stop-shop wedding and special events venue, The Vista recently opened up their new wine tasting room! You can experience ten varieties of The Vista Cellars wine in a historic 1910 farmhouse that has been converted into a gorgeous, rustic style tasting room. They are open to the public daily!
The Vista Ranch & Cellars will also soon be expanding and opening up a farm market that will feature local produce including fresh vine and tree ripened fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains and dairy products. Coming later this year!
all images via me, Natalie Galasso Designs & The Vista Ranch & Cellars
To book your wedding or next special event at this ideal venue, or for more information, visit The Vista Ranch & Cellars online here or check out their Facebook page for current events here!
Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this blog post are my own and that I was not paid or endorsed to promote their facility. However, if you are a wedding vendor or venue and would like to advertise your company on this blog, please contact me for more information.
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