Urban Hangout Suite

Do you think of your outdoor space as a bonus room? Sure your patio is just a concrete slab, but there is much more potential there than you could ever imagine. Just for a moment think about your favorite restaurant, lounge, or hang out spot that offers patio seating. What makes it an attractive spot? Atmosphere. Food. People, right? Well today, I'm here to save the day regarding atmosphere, but the food and folks are up to you.
Take a look at Nikki B. below...she fierce and without a doubt fashionable and is the inspiration for today's mood board.

It doesn't take much to achieve this transformation. Just a few accessories can turn your nondescript patio into an urban hangout suite.

Design Quote of the Week

Be faithful to your own taste because nothing you really like is ever out of style. - Billy Baldwin

via Crate & Barrel

via Mary McDonald

via Frank Roop

via House to Home

New Room for Mommy's Big Girl

Ava Grace is now 2 years old and has outgrown her little crib...yet, another reason to redecorate! Items chosen for her room will grow with her through her grade school and teenage years plus or minus a few accessories! I love the challenge of translating fashion into stylish and livable spaces. Here's the adorable inspiration outfit (from Gymboree) chosen for this design...

Ava has a twin brother, Stay tuned for his room makeover!

Eau de Parfum for the Home

Do you have a fragrance wardrobe? For me the answer is a resounding, yes! My personal fragrance aesthetic depends upon the occasion, mood, or the season. Now here is your assignment: Choose your signature fragrance, then dig a little deeper to discover its fragrance notes. This is a foolproof method of finding a signature fragrance for your home. Need a little more assistance? I’ve sniffed out the latest in fragrance technology, Scentsa (now available in your local Sephora store), which identifies fragrant notes found in various colognes. For example, if you are in a romantic mood, rev your olfactory engines with a candle or even a linen spray that contains warm, woodsy notes found in many men’s fragrances. For even more variety, try one with spicy oriental notes often found in women’s perfumes.
As for the sweet smelling body splashes and spritzers you own, save them for the kitchen. Besides, do you really want to walk around smelling like a gingerbread man? No need to toss them out, but repurpose them for another use. If you are trying to sell your home, use them as a home fragrance and spray the air before a showing. According to local real estate agents the smell of baked goods gives prospective buyers the feeling of comfort and familiarity. This tip is especially beneficial if your baking skills are not up to snuff. You will be pocketing cash from your sale in no time!
Where to shop? Try Candlebar & More Midtown 976 Piedmont Avenue for an array of affordable and long lasting smell goods. Got extra cash, splurge on a Linari reed diffuser in “Ciero.” They boast remarkable staying power (six months to one year) at $105 a pop. It’s dark, sleek design can double as room décor proving itself to be mantle-worthy or even earn a spot front and center on your coffee table.

To purchase, visit www.lafcony.com.

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What Inspires You?

A walk on the beach?

A weekend in the mountains?

A sophisticated and organized space?

Take a moment to ponder this thought and let us know how we can help! In the meantime, peruse the design gallery. Please check back for updates!

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{Sporty Toddler Room}

Meet Erika Ward

I am a wife, mother, and designer. I’m passionate about how people live, what gives them comfort, and stirring up their creative genius. I continue to be inspired by how individuals express themselves through fashion and often correlate the two when designing for my clients. BluLabel Bungalow is the epitome of this creative process. I examine trends and patterns, fabrics and textures, inspiration can be found in any object you love. Allow me to help you discover your style--after all, your home should celebrate your individuality, not your designer’s.