Naturally Modern

One of my favorite things about Houzz and Pinterest is the ability to visually present patterns. You pin or add photos that catalog your taste. It makes it very apparent of the styles, trends, or items that you gravitate towards. You can see how your style matures and changes over time. For myself, my style has become more clean line, masculine, natural, and simpler. I think it's partly due to my array of jobs in the interior design industry that have shown high style. And partly due to my boyfriend and matching his design needs as well. Right now, I'd categorize my interior/design style as Naturally Modern. So where is your interior/design style now?

Contemporary Exterior design by San Francisco Architect Feldman Architecture, Inc.

Modern Powder Room design by Toronto Interior Designer Jodie Rosen Design

Modern Kitchen design by San Francisco Media And Blogs Lucy McLintic

Traditional Landscape design by Portland Photographer Grounds by Design - Fine Landscapes

Modern Dining Room design by Seattle Architect FINNE Architects

Contemporary Bathroom design by Los Angeles Interior Designer Pacific Family Homes

Contemporary Landscape design by Seattle Landscape Architect Banyon Tree Design Studio

Eclectic Living Room design by New York Architect Incorporated

Eclectic Bedroom design by New York Architect Incorporated

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This Manhattan loft makes me giddy with excitement. This is my type of modern. Colorful, inviting, fun patterns yet clean-lined and updated. I am really trying to adopt a more modern aesthetic. I first need to get rid of some stuff (umm...shoes) and declutter my life. My boyfriend and my current boss tend to go down the modern route. I am trying to embrace it while still keeping it me. Wish me luck is this life adventure.

I was sold after I saw the zebra rug and Eames chair.

Do you all tend to gravitate to more modern or traditional interiors? Or another category all together. Do tell....

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Petersons Perspective

Onwards with the series "three things that make you smile". Today we have the delightful and adorable Kristen from Petersons Perspective. I went to college with Kristen and we have had the pleasure of staying in contact through our blogs. She also works at this cool modern furniture store in town (I have been bad and haven't been to it yet. driven by lots of time though. one day soon). Here are the three things that make Kristen smile. Enjoy......

1) unique and intriguing design

I have always been very interested in architecture, fashion, design and art. I love looking at things and being amazed by their features whether it be the texture, the shape, the material, overall style, etc.

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2) The beautiful things in nature

I love being surrounded by a beautiful atmosphere, indoors or out. There is nothing like being in a peaceful place looking out at the ocean.

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3) being creative

I really enjoy doing anything creative. Crafts, projects, gifts, scrapbooking, DIY, designing, drawing, painting, etc. I may not be amazing at any one thing but I enjoy them all and that’s what matters to me.

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Thanks Kristen. I would love to be at that pool this very moment. I am ready to fly to paradise now.

why, yes.

I normally don't tend to LOVE modern design. However, this kitchen has just enough glamor and sophistication that I do really adore it. I could even imagine me attempting to cook in this kitchen (luckily, my boyfriend is a good cook). What do you think of this kitchen? Love the rich, warm wood? How about the fantastic range? Or the back splash? Or frosted glass cabinet doors? Do tell.

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The rest of this home is rather fantastic as well.

Around PDX

If you ever have the great fortune to visit Portland then I recommend you take a stroll through Sellwood. It is an adorable neighborhood in Portland with wonderful local shops, restaurants, grocery stores and charming homes. While there you should stop into tilde. It is a terrific modern store filled with odds and ends. There is everything from jewelry to furniture and everything in between. They do have an online shop but it doesn't do the store justice. It is a definite must see.

Shop tilde here.

Hilary Druxman

Stunning yet simple and modern jewelry by Hilary Druxman.

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Warm Industrial

I really wish CB2 had a store located near me. I want to visit it and see everything in person. But the pictures are pretty.

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Exposed Duct

I could work in an office like this. 

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