Bedside Clutter

Bedside Clutter

I Recently had someone ask me a question on "how to keep a bedroom look put together and serene while being able to keep their books and magazines on their bed side". I thought this was an excellent question and I am sure many of us struggle with this. I am one of these book and magazine junkies so I can totally relate. I love beautiful clean lined bedrooms, yet I love to bring my books and magazines to my bed as well. The bedroom can easily start to look cluttered or resemble a mini office or library if you don't plan this out before your design your bedroom.
There are a few ways to maintain a great look without sacrificing to keep books and magazines next to the bed.
Here they are:

Opt out for concealed bed side storage. Whether they are build in pieces or larger pieces with drawers and ample storage - it's an excellent solution to keep your books and magazines out of sight for everyone to see. It keeps the bedroom clutter free yet it houses all your necessities close by so.

Another great storage idea is to look for a bed that has storage below. Therefor you can still have a beautiful minimal bed side table and your good reads close by when you need them.

For a beautiful softer look, bring in some skirted side tables. The books can sit underneath the skirt and not be seen when you enter the bedroom. You will also have an opportunity to have a beautiful table skirt made out of a fabric with either a punch of color, fun pattern or just add a layer of softness to your bedroom.

I would love to hear if you struggle with a similar issue and how you resolved it. Also I am excited to hear what other dilemmas you have and I might just answer them on the blog, so do leave them in the comments :)

Happy Wednesday everyone!!

Eclectic Beirut Villa

Now that the holidays are gone, I have a ton of other projects that need to be finished. The office is well on it's way, yet there are a ton of finishing details that will still need to be decided upon. Although the general idea, plan and design is complete, I can't help but want to include some fun eclectic layers and elements in the clean, modern and structured space. I love to infuse interiors with some character, punches of vivid colors, modern art and unusual pieces that add that special spice to the whole recipe. It really makes the interior come alive and speak to the persons taste (in this case mine) and makes it feel personal and more like home.
Some interiors on the other hand have so much character, that by adding layers of furniture art, color and significant pieces, make it incredibly interesting and personal on another level. I love the feeling of those spaces. Although some are not necessarily rooms that reflect my aesthetics, they could be interiors I would love to spend some time in. I would take in every detail and breathe in the essence of the collected stories that make up these environments.  Talking about color, eclecticism and interesting pieces. Take a look at May Daouk's Beirut Villa. It sure will have the color lovers and eclectic aficionados mesmerised...

This room feels so fresh young yet so grand. The scalloped arches add grandeur texture and whimsy The purples and pink make it feel fresh and chic.

I just love the eclectic feeling this room exudes. Although I would have probably added some great luxe modern pieces and edited a bit this space has so many interesting pieces. The mix of purples, blues and pinks here is so pretty, the flood of light through these amazing detailed windows is divine. Each piece seems to have a story and so much interest that makes you stop and take a closer look...

fun

 cutie pie pooch relaxes in the hallways lined with beautiful lanterns and soft purple tone on the walls

Fabulously relaxed yet elegant bedroom enveloped in fresh colors and layers. It feels incredibly comfortable

I would love to spend a month or 2 or 3 here,,, such a happy and interesting place filled with fascinating objects that hold so many stories...

Have a great interesting week :)