product crush: jamie beckwith collection

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There is an innovative collection of wood products that I have discovered and consequently fallen in love with.  Serious wood LOVE.  In the comment section of a Beckwith Interiors album on Design Shuffle.com, I wrote, "How do I love thee, let me count the ways...!"  While I have seen end-grain wood used in flooring applications, I had not seen it used on a wall.  Jamie Beckwith's Projection is nothing short of stunning!  The texture is raw, organic and unexpected.   The product even caught the eye of designer Candice Olson and was used in a bathroom project on episode #6 of HGTV's "Candice Tells All."  Jamie's collection also includes some original wood flooring patterns that are just as amazing.  Take a look and see what you think.  Are there any cool products you are crushing on?  I'd love to hear about it!

Carrie

 



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color inspiration: salmon

 

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An emerging color in homes this spring is Salmon.  I've always had an affinity towards this happy hue.  However, I have tucked away the little gem for a couple of decades.  Now that I see it rising once again to the surface, I am tickled ... salmon!  When used with a creamy white palette, this somewhat quirky color seems to come to life. It is especially beautiful when paired with brown or beige.  Salmon is one of those colors that you either love or hate.  So what's the word?  Are you a hater?  Or a lover?

Carrie

    





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color inspiration: pantone fall 2011

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In keeping with fashion designers at New York Fashion Week, Pantone has revealed its Fall color trend report for 2011.  There are, of course, beautiful neutrals that are keeping things steady.  (But surprise kids! There isn't a beige in the bunch!)  When paired with some of Fall's bold colors though, the result can be quite dynamic.  I'm actually drawn to the dramatic deep colors in this trend.  My favorites are the deep teal, coffee liqueur, phlox and emberglow.  Which colors are you drawn to?  Are there are any that jump out at you and say, "Pick me!  Pick me!"  If nothing else, these colors will make you take a breath and say, "Wow!"

Carrie





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