"The Vacation Dilemma . . . "

from Elle Decor.

Greetings all,

So here's the good news/bad news situation. "Good News." I'm headed to New York next week for a little bit of business/a little bit of pleasure/a little bit of theatre/and seeing a whole load of friends. "Bad News." I'm going to have to work through the holiday weekend to get everything at the office ready - so that I can be gone for a week.

So in an attempt to keep my mind (and possibly your minds as well) charged up and ready to make the world a more beautiful place - I offer the following images as inspiration. (Just some favourites gathered from the image file!)

from Elle Decor

Just such great drama. Love the modern interpretation of the neoclassical details and the colour palette just couldn't be more lovely.

I love that Rose Tarlow table. And that wondrous vaulted ceiling is hurting the room either. lol.

Windsor Smith

Windsor's work is always inspiring. There is just always a keen eye for detail, and a marvelous use of textiles and pattern. What a perfect place to enjoy a meal.

"I'm so fortunate. Imagine... a career that beckons me to blend

architecture and style with the romance of history...."

- Windsor Smith

Darryl Carter. from Elle Decor

Darryl Carter. from Elle Decor

The spread on Darryl Carter home in Elle Decor a few months ago was just breathtaking. The wonderful details in the furnishings. The stark, simple colour usage. Just perfect.

Need to get a few things accomplished here at the house - then heading into the office to get the last details on two projects ready for meetings on Monday and Tuesday of next week. But the question remains, do I enjoy our last day a sunshine today, and work tomorrow? Or do I do the 'grown-up' thing and head into the office today. hmmmmmmm.

Then - it's off to the big apple,

tartanscot