Interior Designer, Jessica Helgerson has been living in this ingenious and sustainable tiny house with her family for the last several years. It sits on a five-acre property on Sauvie Island, an agricultural island on the Columbia River 15 minutes north of Portland,...
Ian's room update took a back-burner for a while because he actually wasn't using it for sleep. a throwback picIn fact, once he figured out how to climb out the crib when he was younger, his sleep pattern deteriorated. He refused to take naps in and would just climb...
One of the reasons I love Instagram so much is that I get to "meet" talented people like John Hendricks, the man behind Hendricks Architecture. From the moment I was introduced to his work, I was hooked. Below, I showcase some of his spectacular work! John Hendricks...
A few weeks ago, we renewed our wedding vows right in our backyard accompanied by some of our family members. Next week, on August 23rd, we will officially celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary. Can you believe that? Our renewal was extremely special to us...
I fell in love with Jason's home recently featured on Rue Mag. An interior stylist and author, his creativity and style are evident throughout his home. All the colors, textures, plants are so refreshing!. Read more about him here. Let's take a peek at his home,...
It was exceptionally difficult to get out of bed this morning. It might have something to do with the fact that i was up working until about 1:30 am... a healthy breakfast though this was my breakfast and lots of coffee should help me fuel up for what is going to be a...
I have a serious crush on the designs of Josef Frank. He has had an enormous impact on the history of Swedish design and the Austrian architect and designer is considered to be one of Sweden’s most important designers of all time. Joseph Frank is best known for the...
Hi everyone! Meet the lovely Madison, affectionately called Madi. Madi enjoys drawing and painting and she is quite the artist! In the above picture, she is doing what she loves to do in her tree house. I am friends with Madi's parents and first spotted the tree...
Hi everyone! How are you? I know it's been over a week since I last blogged, but I have been busy planning an important upcoming event; an event where yours truly will be adorned in a flower crown. The hubs and myself will be acknowledging our upcoming anniversary...
Splurging on great sheets is so worth the great slumber and no under eye bags, right? I'm a big fan of luxury bedding, so I am thrilled to be able to offer you this great giveaway today! Perfect Linens is offering you a chance to win a set of their Second Skin sheets....
It's been awhile since we've visited Paris! Today we're off to explore this colorful abode located in Hausmann Paris, and designed and renovated by interior designers, Daphne Desjeux and Dorothea Delaye. It's filled with lots of architectural eye candy, pretty color...
The Planchonella House designed by Jesse Bennett Architects is located atop a rainforest ridge in Cairns, Australia. Nestled in the topography and boasting an open floor plan with drool worthy details, it is not surprising The Planchonella House recently received a...
casa abril tumblr casa abril design filesWhat can I say? I really love color! Happy colorful weekend to you all! xx
We recently returned from a mini vacation in Florida and we loaded up lots of mangoes when we were returning home. In addition to making smoothies and mango chicken, we recently added mango margarita to the list of what to make using mangoes. some of the...
A few weeks ago, I bought these wooden letters that spell LOVE from Target(their Handmade Modern Line). Although I loved their natural look, I wanted to spruce them up a bit. I asked my friends on Instagram if I should paint them and the consensus was a resounding...