tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37260452506829532742024-02-20T09:34:45.122-08:00Pablura Tops DesignAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comBlogger483125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-83196632045609813632012-03-13T08:57:00.000-07:002012-03-17T09:47:19.841-07:00A loft in Rome"This house goes against the rules of good design" says Alberto, architect in Rome, Italy... Indeed, the floor plan of this open spaced loft is quite unusual, with a bedroom behind the dining space, but out of 75 square meter [807 square feet], Alberto managed to create a family friendly loft full of life and interesting details. I have a special crush on the kitchen, with its super cool Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-57386967011494172732012-03-13T08:43:00.000-07:002012-03-17T09:47:19.841-07:00Small Space DesignSince 1960 homes had been doubling in size. For the first time in 50 years the census data now shows a decrease in home sizes. With a decrease in size comes the challenge of adjusting from large spaces to smaller while still having a feeling of comfort and design.5 tips for small spacesHave a bench and hooks at an entry way to allow jackets, hats, and shoes to stay together in an organized Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-47530889449085374422012-03-12T07:30:00.000-07:002012-03-17T09:47:19.841-07:00Sponsor du Jour : WestwingI am very proud to welcome Westwing as a FrenchByDesign blog sponsor. Founded by a former editor at Elle and Elle Decoration magazines, Westwing is the premier French online shopping club for home & living.Westwing offers its members exclusive home décor accessories and furniture, both from established premium labels and up-coming designers, with savings up to 70% off retail prices.Here Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-69564963002389039462012-03-12T06:02:00.000-07:002012-03-17T09:47:19.841-07:00Monday!Good mornin' and happy new week! Hope it's a good one... I wish you a happy Monday! Xo, Si-Photo Jonas IngerstedtAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-85020642224641888122012-03-10T15:00:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.841-07:00日本Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-58002170649848774262012-03-09T08:33:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00weekend!Early sign off for me today my dear!... Wishing you a fab' and relaxing weekend! Xo, Si-viaAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-289279749057439442012-03-08T09:00:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00Special kids' rooms : my Spring picks!One of my friends asked me to help her redesign her daughter's room, so I've been browsing many kids' related websites lately and I thought I would share with you some cool stuff I found. Can you tell spring is right around the corner? ;-)Basic bookcase turned into a dollhouse, got a pen and some scrapbook paper?This dot matrix rug is not just a rug, it's floor art!Oh, the Sven clogs from 1974 Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-88469231759529004832012-03-08T06:45:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00International Women's DayPhoto CreditAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-56274180685316950522012-03-07T06:55:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00Wednesday quote!Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-56510953954894003602012-03-06T07:16:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00Have fun with murano glass beaded wallpaperFaux glass bead wallpaper makes for a lovely and glamorous look for your wall anywhere in the home. The wall coverings shed beautiful light to give an impact. They give a statement to any space and are available in a wide array of colors. This is an easy way to bring color and texture into your home while making an impression on the space itself. Guest blogger: Katherine FountainAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-13408708035418959102012-03-06T06:59:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00The new life of an old Parisian workshopThis 200-square-meter, three-level loft is located in the Bastille quarter of Paris. Renovated with a great respect to its original building and its former workshop spirit, the loft has a trendy industrial vibe with lots of light throughout. I personally have a special crush on the authentic brick wall and the splashes of bright colors.viaPhotos Nicolas MatheusAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-4864422075007628302012-03-05T09:02:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.842-07:00Monday color mix : NeonIt's been a while since my last mix, and what better theme to start a bright new week than a good dose of [super trendy] neon... I don't use neon in my home a lot but in small touches, this can be a pretty fun statement, and the "dipped" neon paint effect shown on some pics below is really growing on me...Sources : 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-65542534775365151412012-03-05T06:45:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.843-07:00Bonjour Lundi!Hello, and happy new week! Hope you had a fab' weekend and that you're ready for a new work week - can you believe we're already into March? Have a wonderful Monday my dear! Xo, Si-Photo Mikkel Rahr MortensenAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-62654431140903353232012-03-03T07:33:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.843-07:00Saturday Special Treat : l'Odyssee de CartierCan this short film be any more French? 2 years of work, six months of post production editing, 4 locations, 3 panthers, a stunning super model, this "Odyssee de Cartier" is truly a gem. A voir... absolument!viaAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-61126069446382170702012-03-02T12:51:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.843-07:00Organic DesignOrganic design In today's society the use of organic materials is becoming not just a trend but also a necessity for people with extreme allergies. Many products have “off gassing” that contributes to air quality in the home. Designers are working with organically made products to create a more healthy environment. Organic bedding made with organic cotton Organic rugs and carpets made of Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-52641164424447712652012-03-02T08:46:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.843-07:00weekend!Wishing you a fab' weekend my dear! Mine will be both on a winter and spring preparation mode... Winter mode by eating comfy food {after a good run} and reading a good book, "springish" if weather allows by doing some outdoor work to prepare the yard for spring... Ah, I long so much for spring... See you back here on Monday! Xo, Si-Photo Ric WallisAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-34134082551484359432012-03-01T06:57:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.843-07:00Trend Alert : Paint outside the box!Loving this original trend spotted on many interiors lately... Paint outside the box! In other words, create unexpected borders, ombres {shades}, and effects with paint color, add lines where no-one sees lines... No more conformist rules about painting. Here are a few interiors that celebrate with audacity this trend... Fun, fun I tell you!Imitate the sunlight rays with the use of a lighter paintAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-32237573886997316882012-03-01T06:05:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.844-07:00Easy ArtWe were looking for a way to do some inexpensive art for kids and teens rooms when we stage vacant homes. These were a breeze to make.Fabric circles made from embroidery hoops and different patterned fabrics.Fabric squares and rectangles made from different sized canvas stretcher bars and patterned fabrics.All materials found at our local Hobby Lobby. Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-3920389300557975452012-02-29T10:59:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.844-07:00I need your help!I just discovered that the FrenchByDesign blog was nominated on the Apartment Therapy best home design blogs at the Homies 2012, and I need your help. If you could take a few minutes of your day to vote for this blog, that would mean the world to me! Simply click here and then click on the "vote" button by the FrenchByDesign blog name. Voting ends March 2nd, by end of day, so time is running out.Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-48975523431291383402012-02-29T06:48:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.844-07:00Wednesday quote!viaAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-21275623014204475922012-02-28T06:55:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.844-07:00Good Read : The Natural HomeI've had the nice surprise to receive last weekend an email from super talented art director and stylist Hans Blomquist who mentioned the imminent release of his upcoming book, the Natural Home. No need to say that between the stylist's natural eye for beauty and Debi Treloar's immense photographic talent, they got me at the cover page.Hans Blomquist was kind enough to share with us Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-79130881751577871582012-02-27T08:35:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.845-07:00Product Crush : Pantone by SeraxMajor crush on the Pantone plant pots and tableware collection. I had seen the mugs, the Christmas ornaments or i-device cases, but I discovered the Serax for Pantone line at Maison & Objet last january. Can't wait to add some of these colorful plant pots {think basil, parsley, cilantro, or lavender... rosemary!} on my patio or on the summer dinner table {hello sexy salads!}. Definitely Andresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-89740401270463332452012-02-27T04:56:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.845-07:00Hello Monday!viaAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-10490238749440911112012-02-24T07:53:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.845-07:00weekend!Have a fab' weekend my dear. See you back here on Monday! Xo, Si-viaAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3726045250682953274.post-85793073802415055862012-02-23T06:46:00.000-08:002012-03-17T09:47:19.845-07:00Oh la la, j'aime...Oh, I have a major crush on this dining space. I love everything on it. Absolutely everything. So instead of enumerating every single detail I like, I spotted them for you on the pic. See? I like everything!Photo Nicolas MatheusAndresonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13679793214946380268noreply@blogger.com