Nesting Newbies Magazine 2010 - Issue No.3

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If money were no object, what would you buy for your home right now? “I like a look that blends a little rustic, a little feminine, and a little eclectic. I like mixing styles because if I fall in love with a new piece, it is much easier to incorporate it without having to worry whether or not it fits in with the rest of my décor. Here are three things I'd love to have in my home right now:

Currently, who is the hottest designer out there? "I think one of the hottest designers out there right now is Amanda Nisbet. I would describe her style as Modern Sensibility

A bed with classic good looks. A bed is a piece you should

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invest in, and you want something that isn't too trendy, so

The woman is fearless when it comes to

you won't get tired of looking at in a year. I love the clean

colors, and she has a wonderful way of

shape of Crate and Barrel's Colette bed combined with

blending them into a modern and functional

the subtle ‘toughness’ of pewter nail heads and the texture

home."

of natural linen.

Karen Olivia

A mirrored dresser. I've been wanting a mirrored dresser for a long time, and I like Anthropologie's version which

Sophisticated

Color-and-Whimsy.

Alkemie—Lifestyle & Design Blog

features a ‘dappled’ look. The patina keeps it from looking too precious or overly glamorous. A pair of chandeliers. I'd love to put a pair of Roost Halo Chandeliers over a farm table or industrial-style dining table

made

from

reclaimed

wood. I discovered them at Bae, my favorite San Francisco shop.”

What’s important for a newbie to know about decorating? “I think an important thing to remember when it comes to decorating is making your home reflect who YOU are. Be inspired by things that you see, but always stay true to yourself. Bring pieces that have special meaning to you into your space. Look at your wardrobe and the colors you tend to gravitate toward to assess what your personal palette is. And remember these two important elements: decorating does not have to be expensive and paint is your CH

friend.”

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