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Carrie's Design Musings
http://carriesdesignmusings.blogspot.com/
An Interior Design blog where I muse about a project I am working on, what's going on in the marketplace or someone/thing that inspires me. CDM is predictably unpredictable, with a concentration on the intersection of fashion to home and vice versa.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 421 )
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Creating A Chic Chalet
Lisa KanningThat last post sent me into a tailspin. If I can't actually look at the mountains outside my frost covered windows, I can damn well make sure the... Read more
Posted on 21 December 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Modern Mountain Majesty
Atelier amIt's official, with snow on the ground and the temperature dipping dramatically, the mountains are calling to me as ski season begins once again. I... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
A NEON Declaration
She exists, therefore she is ~ British artist Tracey Emin might be in the midst of another 15 minutes. While not new to art aficionados, she has been a figure o... Read more
Posted on 10 December 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Color of the Year 2014 ~ Radiant Orchid
It's charming, it's amusing, it's beguiling, it's the Color of the Year! Radiant Orchid has been crowned the winner, the color direction for 2014. Read more
Posted on 06 December 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
When Your Initials Are Enough
Nothing says, "You are Special" like a monogrammed something something. Holidays, weddings, hostess gift, or for no reason at all gift, it looks like you went... Read more
Posted on 03 December 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Bold Strokes
Paul Smith fr The Rug Co.The ombré trend has given way to ~ Brush strokes. Bold and beautiful or light and airy, this artistic aesthetic is having more than... Read more
Posted on 29 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Sexiest Man Alive at Home
I remember seeing Adam Levine's gorgeous 1940's mid century ranch home in AD some time ago. I think it time to revisit it. It gets better with time, just like... Read more
Posted on 26 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Mobile Me
Kinetically speaking ~ mobiles' high wire act and subtle graceful movement floating in mid air speak the language of relaxation. They offer balance. Read more
Posted on 22 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
The Art of the Table
The Holidays are once again upon us. As we begin to think about entertaining friends and family our thoughts, or at least my thoughts, turn to the all... Read more
Posted on 18 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
A Fireplace ~ From Drab to Fab
via LonnyI am working on a project that involves ye old, dated brick fireplace surround from the late 70's, early 80's. It's funny, some people really see... Read more
Posted on 13 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Artful Books
Isaac SalazarAfter talking about the artful way I have seen books used, I wanted to show you. Some of these ideas are easy to replicate should you care to. Read more
Posted on 09 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
I'm Agape for Agate
Alex TurcoI have been in love with agates and all things of the mineral variety since I was a kid. There's magic in those stones. The luminosity, the cloudiness... Read more
Posted on 05 November 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Designer Vision Showcase ~ Jamie Drake & Carlos Aparicio
Jamie Drake's was channeling Josephine Baker's fictional granddaughter when designing the exuberant Art Deco inspired apartment. Read more
Posted on 31 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Designer Vision Showcase: Alessandra Branca
For the seventh year Hearst Magazine launched its Designer Vision Showcase. The Walker Tower is being brought back to its former glory as a preeminent luxury... Read more
Posted on 27 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
A Meditative Moment
When the world is trying to tell you something, you need to listen.I have been trying to meditate with tapes by Deepak Chopra for a little while now. Read more
Posted on 24 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
I'm Gonna Need A Minute
For those of you who blog ~ you may have felt my pain. For those of you who don't blog, the worst thing that can happen to a blogger after MANY hours of researc... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
A Mindful Weekend
A weekend spent at Menla Mountain Retreat was equal parts inspiration, relaxation and education. Considered a Buddhist integrative wellness and healing center... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Look Who's Popping Up at House Beautiful
I, for one, love my printed magazines. I relish each page, lusting after the lifestyle I see unfolding before me, one beautifully styled room after another. Read more
Posted on 17 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
The Brilliance of Baccarat
The glassblower's mouth, a master of breath, gives birth to the shape. The elegant branches or arms encase the wires bringing light to the hands of the... Read more
Posted on 14 October 2013 INTERIOR DESIGN, TRAVEL -
Fall Market 2013 Round Up ~ Part 2
ph:via nestnestnestWith a beautiful new, user friendly NY showroom, Benjamin Moore took us thru their color forecast for the coming year. Calling upon an... Read more
Posted on 09 October 2013 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN