Sunday, November 13, 2011

Giving Thanks In Style

 It's almost time for turkey!  If you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, not only do you have to prepare the food, but also your dining room.  Here are a few ideas on how to jazz up your table this Thanksgiving.  I've also included some pics of dining rooms that I'd love to eat my turkey in.  Happy Thanksgiving!



A modern Thanksgiving tablescape all decked out in white.  Use white pumpkins as a twist on the traditional orange variety.  Can't find white pumpkins?  A little spray paint will deliver the same effect.
Not your traditional Thanksgiving colors - blue and white with a little pumpkin bling.  Not ready to break tradition?  Then stick to tried and true fall colors.  Always a winner.

Super cute kids' table ideas.  Butcher block paper is a must for little guests.  Kids will have fun drawing on the table, and you will love the easy no mess clean up.

These great pumpkin centerpieces will have everyone giving thanks.

Whip up these super easy and festive candle holders right before your guests arrive. 
Only the turkey is missing from this beautifully set table.

Love the dark walls in this dining room. 

A mirror's job is made so much easier when it has such gorgeous elements to reflect.

Who needs matching chairs?  We're always pulling chairs from other areas for extra seating at Thanksgiving anyway.


Saturday, October 1, 2011

Lighting to Inspire

For my first blog entry I thought it only right to begin with what I love to specify the most – lighting.  I love, love, love lighting.  It is often the most overlooked area in designing a space, many times an afterthought.  I’ve put together some of my favorite lighting selections from previous projects.  Hopefully these will inspire you to update an old fixture in your home.