It's Almost Christmas!

Walks along Central Park and Fifth Avenue here in New York truly capture the spirit.  Last night a light show and booming classical Christmas music echoed along Rockefeller Center.  It was quite festive, and it was a good time to say a prayer of thanks during this Thanksgiving holiday.

We've been seeing DIY decorations on the web in the last month.  My favorite thus far is Maiju's rosemary tree via #lagerma.  It is utter simplicity (I adore the clear glass vase for a pot).  I myself purchase a small rosemary tree every year for the kitchen, and use the dried leaves all throughout the year for home made recipes.  Along with my little tree would be a fresh wreath, plus some string of lights on branches.  You may view some decorations on my pinterest board.  What are you planning this year for your home?

#lagerma

Don't miss out my favorite Christmas posts here, here, and here!  More and more are popping up everywhere and it fills me with excitement as I await my favorite stylists' projects.  

Almost Christmas |  K R i S P I N T E R I O R

Casual Dining Room Inspo | Friendsgiving

Happy Thanksgiving!  Surely festivities had begun as of early last night.  Made the mistake of doing some last minute ingredient shopping as the grocery lanes were all a-buzz.  Family is away this time of year, and we celebrate "Friendsgiving" as most New York City folks -- my friends anyhow.  So, are you all set for tonight's festivities?

Today I share with you this tiny dining room vintage charmer.  I love the mix of old items in a rather sparse modern space.  I'm crushing on the vintage Metro shelves and those pendants!  Just add some stools and folding chairs around that tiny table, and voila!  You have an intimate friendsgiving!  No need of a large kitchen or dining room.

Fantastik Frank

Casual Dining Room |  K R i S P I N T E R I O R

Storage inspiration: Practicing Verticality

Storage is often a challenge no matter how large a space one owns.  It takes organizing,  and analyzing the functions and tasks involved.   Most especially in city dwellings, it is wise to use verticalility as a tactic.

This home illustrates verticality to the max - whether it's for storage,  for  everyday tasks within easy reach, and even art display.

Psst-- plus, don't you just love the industrial and vintage vibe?

Source ELLE Decoration
Photography Andrea Papini

Practicing Verticality |  K R i S P I N T E R I O R

Art Inspired II

After this gloomy weekend due to horrific world events, it took a bit to actually get up and do something productive or inspiring outside of standing by the TV for more news updates.  I lit a candle in honour of Paris and other affected nations.

After a time of silence I proceeded to continue what I started at home on this chilly day.  Art and prints have shifted on our walls, and with the new old Mid-century buffet making its way back in the kitchen, the walls are finally in progress.  Hooked on the random picture collages I've been seeing on the web recently, it has inspired a brand new atmosphere in the flat.  Here is a collection of art inspiration saved on my desktop…

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Art Inspired II |  K R i S P I N T E R I O R