Architectural graphics for the home

If you know me, you know I live and breath signage. I even design it in my sleep. It is something that I am truly drawn to and enjoy. Being of a lover of signage, I also can't get enough of great architectural graphics and I love when the are integrated in residential homes and and not just retail properties. I came across these great examples of a simple design that great in a residential application. I found these on the 3 Form Blog here.
Those fabulous swedes doing it again.

Cool New Store in LA - H.D. Buttercup

Found this beautiful new store in Los Angeles, in a Interior Design html newsletter. The fabulous room colors caught my eye. Awhile back I blogged these cool filigree light fixtures. A local company in North San Diego County called Hi Octane Design can create large wall graphics like those flower graphics shown in photo two. The store is H.D. Buttercup. They are located 3225 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90034. Well I am ready for an LA trip to go explore some new places. Anyone want to make a day trip?

Coastal Modern Living

My girlfriend recently purchased a new house. I put together some fun Coastal Modern Inspiration Images for her house. She is less than a mile from the beach, and her bungalow has some retro flair and great character. I think many of you Southern Californian's might enjoy these images as well.

Frank Roop Interiors

I was perusing one of my favorite blogs JennSkiJust had to share these rooms. I love them they are designed by Frank Roop Interiors. Click on over and check out Jennski's post as well.

Modular Furniture by Jonathan Adler

I was perusing an article this morning and heard mention of this site and clicked over to check it out and discovered this cool modular furniture by Jonathan Adler. These pieces are interchangeable, giving you options with how you want to set them up. Love the concept and I just fancy the lines of these pieces.

Filigree Spheres

These sphere lights from Terrain are wonderful. They have a Moroccan flair to them. They are created by hand hammering the brass shapes and then silver plating them. I think these would look fabulous in some of our southern California Retail spaces don't you?

Vespa Chairs | Everyone needs one

I love these super cool Vespa chairs. I saw this post on Designboom

Spanish design studio bel&bel has designed the 'vespa seat' which is made of original pieces
upcycled from the famous piaggio scooter. using the front shield of the vespa, they have
developed a limited edition rotating chair. The seat is upholstered in leather and has a strong internal structure and hydraulic piston for height regulation.

Modern Antler Chandeliers A Lighting Trend

Since living in Colorado, I acquired a taste for Antlers. I use to love the simple discovery of finding a shed deer or elk antler on a hike. I still have a few that I just place around my house to remind me of the Colorado outdoors. And how can one resist these fabulous antler chandeliers. The first two are made my long time friends, Niki and Jared Davis of North Rim Glass. The ceramic versions are for sale by Design within Reach. Both are wonderful and would look great in a modern home or an Aspen Lodge. Oh Deer! I can't decide.

Clean Shower

W Hotel Atlanta - Spectacular Materials

The new W Hotel in Atlanta has an amazing look. The space is designed by Toronto based Burdifilek. They use amazing materials such as solid walnut walls and bent wood screens. The space has a feel of an underwater experience. And has a 22 ft water feature with ambient trickling of water. The overhead mobiles have kinetic movement. I love the metal art grates in the rooms.


Credit: Ben Rahn/Aframestudio.com

Medical Devices turned Industrial Modern

I love these two pieces at Get Back Inc.I am pretty sure if I had that handcrank scissor lift table I could figure out something wonderful to do with it. I have retro dental cabinet, mine is celery and black, but I love this metal one.

Resin Light Boxes

Love these multicolor resin box lights that Lexington Design + Fabrication designed for the new Boa Steakhouse in West Hollywood. The Boa Lights also conserve energy, lit internally by hundreds of tiny white LEDs. The restaurant looks amazing.

Retrouvius | Architectural Salvage

Just found this site Retrouvius that is quite delightful. They specialize in Architectural salvage items in London. The table on the top is made from pavement light. Love the glass funnel lights.

Modern Recliner

Love this super modern recliner with the industrial drawers. Found these images on Flickr here at ShopNancy.

Hold IT Contemporary Home | Modern Living in San Diego

Today I got an email from Thrillist which showcases businesses here in San Diego. Today's showcase is Hold IT Contemporary Home a modern furniture store right here in San Diego. When I went to the site I saw this image and just couldn't resist posting it.

I love motorcycles and why not have one that happens to match your sofa so you can have it in your living room.

Next trip south I am going to check out there showroom.

Hold It Contemporary Home; 1570 Camino De La Reina; Mission Valley; 619.295.6660

Also try out the fun room planner on their site. For me it is like a digital dollhouse.

Vanillawood - Design Build Live

I was reading the Interior Design Blog and came across a new post about Portland's Vanillawood. I love how the name invokes a smell. I love the concept they are doing of being a one stop design studio with a focus on bringing eco design style to people. We have a store in Orange County that has some similarities to this concept called The Road Less Traveled. I can appreciate the modern style of Vanillawood. They definitely have a good eye. Vanillawood offers a design-friendly inventory of fabrics, wallpaper, lighting, mirrors, rugs, and objects for sale. While there, visitors can also check out their custom upholstery, furniture, and built-in cabinetry offerings in which the couple specializes.

Steering Wheel Table - Vintage Industrial

I came across this table at my favorite store Solo in Cedros Design District years ago. The piece was featured by Jennifer Price of Jennifer Price Studio. She has an amazing eye for Vintage Industrial. I just love this creation. If any of you have more info on pieces like this I would love to hear about it.

Retro Lighting

I am going to studying all things Industrial Modern for a while. Completely digging these lights.

This is called the Rensslear from School House Electric.

This is called the Rensslear Double from School House Electric.

Hot Rod Garage Studio Spaces

I am studying cool studios and garage spaces. And I love the photography of Dirk Behlau. This Hot rod garage he photographed is amazing. Want to see the entire set. Click here.

Clean Bathroom Design

Came across this beautiful bathroom image this morning and wanted to share it. I have been redesigning our master bath, so when we have the funds to execute it we are ready. I really like these sinks. Do you think the sinks really have no plumbing under neath visible? Maybe it is hidden behind the shelf. Love the tile on the wall too. Go to DWR for more info.