Cool piece in the NY Times that I recently discovered which dates back to November of 2015. The magnificent mountaineer Reinhold Messner, who calls South Tyrol, Italy his home and became a world-wide sensation when he climbed Mount Everest without using bottled oxygen, has cleverly created six high-altitude museums known as the Messner Mountain Museum. Each museum is its own architectural gem and respectfully devoted to a certain theme Messner identifies with. The Corones Museum (pictured above) is devoted to alpine history and "the supreme discipline of mountaineering" for example. Messner is truly one of a kind and highly decorated with a whole slew of accolades and accomplishments in the outdoors. (To physically show for it, he only has three remaining toes from frostbite). The piece is absolutely a worthwhile read.
Vert
I love touches of green and also have a mild obsession with ferns - they remind me of Cedarside, my Grandparents' old camp in the Adirondacks. As such, I've loved this capture by Elle Decor that has seemed to float around for some time. I just wish I knew who is responsible for the space.
Bill Ingram
Bill Ingram, (dapper southern gent-meets-architect extraordinaire) is one to follow. His "Lake Martin House 1" project remains one of my favorites. To view his portfolio, visit here.
Snow Bunny
Love this photograph of Brigitte Bardot amidst the snow in the 60s. The kelly green sweater against the blanket of snow is divine.
A Coveted Capture
Still stuck on thoughts of the Bahamas amidst the rain and grey skies in San Francisco. Love this shot from Amanda Lindroth's Instagram. Especially love the glass knot sculpture beneath the mirror.
The Dunmore
The closest I've come to the Dunmore Hotel is possessing a beautiful shell my dear friend Betsy brought back one Easter from her Harbour Island travels. It lives in my bathroom and reminds me of how much I want to visit the charmed little isle. It seems nearly everyone went south this winter break and I saw many posts from The Dunmore, including Amanda Brooks. Designer Amanda Lindroth is responsible for a great deal of the hotel's island allure, as featured in Coastal Living Magazine in 2011.
P.S. This post is devoted to my dear friend Betsy, who brought me my beloved sea shell and is about to give birth to a little bebe! Sending you all the love and sunshine your way! xx
Dark & Neutral
I love dark color in small spaces and this bathroom in Mark D. Sikes' Hollywood home is still one of my favorites. Although some might associate dark colored rooms with the uber masculine, the mirrored wall, tiled floor and white fixtures breathe a little freshness into the space. I also love Mark's living room and study, (below) which are juxtaposed with a neutral palate of textures, objets and curiosities that prove neutrals can suit gentlemen too. To see the rest of Mark's home, view his portfolio here.
A Rollins Holiday Affair
Danielle Rollins always has an impeccable eye and I'm loving her Christmas captures like this one from her Instagram account. Tinsel and red ribbon, now that's a classic Christmas tree. Follow Danielle: @danielledrollins
Charmajesty
I certainly never thought I'd get this excited about a bath mat but I just love this embroidered heart piece from Charmajesty. Charmajesty hails from London with an additional post in New York, and their linens are exquisite. Shop here and follow them on Instagram: @charmajestylinens
Marisa
C Magazine has a profile of Marisa Berenson and her new skin care line. Marisa was the muse to many designers in the 70s - I've always loved the photograph of her above.