banquette beauties

When we eventually move out of the city and into a house, one of my requirements is that I get to have a banquet in my kitchen.  They're the perfect place to snuggle into for breakfast with a newspaper (or laptop nowadays).  Right now we just have one big open area in our apartment so no place for a banquet... but some day!  I like them better when the bench sits into a little nook like the first two here, but the others work just as well.  I also see a theme going on here with stripes and wainscoting, so pretty.

via Kitchen Bath Ideas

via Visualize 

via Decor Pad

via Pinterest

spanish eyes

Just a glimpse at my favorite article from the latest Vogue Living issue...

via Vogue Living Australia

writing on the wall

I love the idea of keeping a chalkboard in the home.  Whether it's used for to-do lists, notes, inspirational quotes or as a creative outlet for children, they can be a great way to add some fun as well as function to your space. 

Go to Country Living or Design Sponge to find out how to make your own chalkboard with paint!

via Design Sponge

via Desire to Inspire

via Good Housekeeping

above two images via Bodie & Fou

via Maison & Demeure

via Style at Home

via House & Home