Domino Reminiscing

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decorating, domino magazine, interior design

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Now that Domino Magazine is long gone and I’m setting my sights on decorating my future townhouse, I’m feeling empty.

I bought the Domino Book of Decorating last year and I leaf through it at least 2x a month.  I love it that much.  When I reach the end of the book I see the ‘Free Subscription to Domino with Purchase of this Book” page in the back, I siiiigh.

I recycled 95% of my magazines in anticipation of my move except for a single Japanese fashion mag and 2 Domino magazines.  I was tempted to get more issues off of Ebay but I never grasped how insanely EXPENSIVE they are now that the mag is kaput.

Nearly $10 an issue!??!

Boo.

-E&I

Living Room Inspiration (Version 2)

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decor, decorating, interior design, living room

Living Room Inspiration on Polyvore.com

While I’m waiting for the bank to legally give me my house, I’m dreaming of decor.

I’d love to get my hands on a Room and Board sofa or something similar.

-E&I

Lonny Mag Launches!!!

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decor, Design, domino, interior design, magazine

I'm loving the teal and coral color combo

I know a lot of people (including me) were devastated when Domino folded.  Well put your smiles back on ‘cuz Lonny Mag may be the perfect thing to fill that gaping void!

And… it’s free!! I’m definitely subscribing.  Physical magazines are the best but you can’t beat free, right?

I’m going to check it out right this second while I eat breakfast.  I’m loving Sundays right now.

-E&I

Let’s move to Sweden!

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decor, Inspiration, interior design, sweden

This is one of many Alvhem Mäkleri & Interiör properties in Sweden.   I saw a post about another condo on decor8 (one of my absolute favorite design blogs), and I had to check ot more!

The entire space is only 667 square feet!!!!  The best part about this city condo is the gorgeous view.

So breathtaking, no?  It’s a shame I haven’t traveled to Europe yet.

I’m thinking I’ll have to keep this balcony setup in mind for my future residence.  I’m loving every detail.

I’d love to wake up to this every morning.

Notice that every wall is white, as is most of the furniture.  Before I became interested in decor I associated the color white with cheapness.  White walls, chairs, and furnishings meant I’m-a-college-student-and-I-can’t-afford-color.  But inspirational photos like this have really made me change my mind.

To check out all of the photos, click here.

Sigh!

-E&I

Dining Room Inspiration Board

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decor, decorating, dining room, Inspiration, interior design, kidrobot, polyvore, tea

My dream dining room (or breakfast nook): Danish modern.  White china and a few bright accents.

Dream dining room on Polyvore.com

The bones of this look are the Eames® Molded Plastic Chairs in white (a whopping $265 each!)  and a warm mahogany wooden table.  Overstock.com has replica chairs in black and white, 2 for $165.  When I finally get my first place I will definitely be getting these.  Can you really tell the difference?  I’m sure the lighting on the Overstock photos are misleading.

Eames on DWR   vs.  Ronnie on Overstock

Dishes used for eating will be modern and in white for a pure, crisp, and clean look.  I love white dishes with the exception of my teacups and a few Japanese  condiment dishes.  White sets off the colors of the food very nicely.

Image from athome.kimvallee.com

If I get some dish storage I plan to hang up some artwork and display a few vinyl figures just for the fun of it.   Cliché food pictures are not allowed in the kitchen!  I will allow text or unique interpretations though.

Eggy Dunny at Kidrobot – Sold out

 

 

Window shopping for decor makes me want to save up even more than normal.  Hooray for budget dieting!

-E&I