Outdoor Oasis

Black and white retreats:
With the weather we have been having around here, it is hard not to long for a fabulous space to enjoy it in. I have a weeknes for black and white stripes seen here, here and here; so now I must find some goodies to create a black and white retreat of my own. {I'll start with this}

All in a days work...

I don't think I would mind going to the office if mine looked like this one. It belongs to the creative mind behind Dallas Shaw. I love the bright white with accents of gold and pink.  Next project!

ps. She has gorgeous illustrations here

OK So.....

I took a bit of a break from blogger world, but now I am back and hope to be much better. 50+ hour weeks don't leave much time for inspiration however, the good ole pinterest has kept me going. D and I are planning a small relocation so now it is time for.... Small Apartment Style. Its the newest game show where you try to take all of your furniture and cram it into a small apartment. All the while, still keeping it looking (that ever challenging) effortlessly cool.

Here is my plan/ inspiration thus far: