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Los Angeles / The World Is your Oyster/ Darling Print/ / Apple/ Ampersand/ Sunglasses

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Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Traditional Americana

My style is very eclectic. I love to create a balance of classic and modern design. Art deco, mid-century modern, and a hint of lux, is my recipe for a relaxed chic interior. This project called for a Classic color palette -red, white and blue designs, accented with brass and rich walnut. A perfect retreat for children, nothing too opulent, character filled- The perfect place to create childhood memories!

Layered with color and texture- with the use of vibrant art, a contemporary geometric wall covering, and rich floor textures, this space feels warm and cozy. 

Please contact me for any of the source materials. Or visit me on Pinterest.

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Summer Time

When summertime rolls around, I like to change out some of our decor in favor of lighter and brighter items. We have finally entered the warm summer months, naturally I am attracted to pretty bright fabrics, natural accents, fruit and flower prints, pastels, art involving the outdoors and exotic animals. Naturally. (Are you with me?) Here are some of my favorite picks for this time of year! The plus is when the winter months return, your home will feel like an oasis!

What are your summer go to's?

PILLOWS: Ikat Furbish/ Palm Leaf/ Marimekko Flowers
DECOR: Agate Coasters/ Lantern/ Tumbler
WALLPAPER: Ikat Kelly Green /Lattice/ Pomegranates

NATURE: Blooms/ Ocean/ Sequoia
BLACK & WHITE: Surf/ Coastline/ Bums
VINTAGE: Lilacs/ Red Ibis/ Shells

If you'd like help creating a home you absolutely love, contact me about my design services Always Stay Graceful, L.

Art Attack

Hey All, hope you had a great weekend! Today I wanted to talk about art. There are so many fantastic websites dedicated to great art these days. Etsy, Zatista, Art.com and 20x200 to name a few. I love the way art transforms a room. Without it a room can feel sterile, and un lived in. Add a few pieces of art and suddenly it feels transformed. I love all varieties, paintings, photography, illustrations, graphic. I love the combination in a space, it creates a storyline, and a richer feeling. I love layering, and stacking, hanging in a symmetrical fashion, and randomly placing. Sometimes I used uniform frames, often I use different to add visual interest. I don't take it seriously. If I like it, I buy it- and find a place for it, as simple as that. I am not a believer of having a place in mind beforehand, I make it work. 

What are you loving right now? Here are a few of my Favorites.

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Laura Collins Design will provide you with insight and guidance on how you can turn your home or office into a stylish reflection of your unique personality. Please contact me if you are interested in discussing the different design services I offer. 

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

You Smile, I Smile

Fun little craft I made the other day- it needs some touch ups- but once it is framed- it will be a perfect piece for the gallery wall(we are slowly creating)!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Canadiana

Hey All! How was your weekend?? My weekend was full of decorating and relaxation. We have been so lucky in Toronto to have all of this wonderful fall weather. This time of year in Calgary I am used to seeing a few feet of snow. We trooped out to Ikea on Saturday (for breakfast-with the masses) and stocked up on some picture frames(yes, they are pictureless!!), aside from the frames that are seen below, we also bought a really large white frame, as well as a walnut colored frame. I plan on putting more graphic art in the large white frame, and in the walnut- maybe a piece of photography- not sure yet.

Also, as you can see we have extended the book shelf- to hold more books, and folders, and I am trying to put together a vignette below the picture frames. Believe it or not when I took these picture if was just a little after 3pm but it is getting so dark in here that the picture quality is awful. In person it looks a helluvalot better!!

Above is the image I am going to used in the four white frames. I am going to take variations of that print and do it in four different colors. It is a super easy Adobe Illustrator project that takes under 20minutes. I am going with the color scheme of the room- so I have selected Chartreuse, a grey/blue, the mauve you see, and an orange!

What do you think?? A little modern Canadiana??

Cheers- Hope you all had a great weekend. xoxo

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Carlo Van de Roer

Carlo Van de Roer is a brilliant photographer I have recently discovered. Lately I have noticed that I am really into water as a subject or art & photography, and different shades of blues. I went snorkeling recently in Jamaica and I think that there is something about being under water that really makes me feel connected to the planet. I love being in water and looking at it!!

Here are some images to inspire you!

Here is his website, and the site I found it on- and you need to check it out!!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Alphabetical Order

What a cute idea for you and your sweetheart to have in your home, or at your wedding, this is a really simple and fun idea and you could really customize it however you want- I want one!!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.