you'll never freaking believe it...

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Sorry in advance for my very unladylike potty mouth below....</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh34LFTnpk63HsX1aSWVM44kAfF-ioE35WtXnr23zsv1qco7ObES_bw3vSZxcSyLoA6LUvBiHBR2dCrl4igK61jlmI7zQ3q3lwr5u_5YhOWkzx5AftkbSNXfuyx8-vMDKTqWdrVJfkPv_k/s1600/GL1-VIG.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh34LFTnpk63HsX1aSWVM44kAfF-ioE35WtXnr23zsv1qco7ObES_bw3vSZxcSyLoA6LUvBiHBR2dCrl4igK61jlmI7zQ3q3lwr5u_5YhOWkzx5AftkbSNXfuyx8-vMDKTqWdrVJfkPv_k/s640/GL1-VIG.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div>Anyone remember me pining away for <a href="http://www.serenaandlily.com/Furnishings/Gliders-Custom-Ashbury">this Serena & Lily glider</a>? For MONTHS I agonized about this piece as the delivery date kept being pushed back?!? This gorgeous, custom chair is meant to live inside my nephew's<a href="http://abodelove.blogspot.com/2011/08/raleigh-olivers-friends-of-forest.html"> Friends of the Forest nursery </a>and it's the LAST piece of this presh puzzle. So, why the melodramatic title? Well... read and see my fellow abode lovers. Read. And. See.<br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>ring, ring, ring... (in the Twilight "Bella's Lullaby" ringtone because I am not ashamed of my love for the saga)</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: Are you almost here? I am SO ready to go to Atlanta to drop off that gorgeous chair! Where the heck are you? And did you get the chair okay?</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: Well... I just got back on the interstate. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: BACK on the interstate? You're supposed to BE here NOW.</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: The chair flew out of the damn truck. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: Seriously Hubbs, when will you be here? (exasperated at his stupid joke)</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: I'm serious. The damn thing flew out of the truck on I-65 and three cars swerved out of the way to miss it. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: WHAT!!!????!!!! Are you lying to me? This is SO not funny... (coming to the realization that he's fo-real)</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: I think it's okay- and nobody got in a wreck... A guy stopped and helped me hoist it back into the truck. The box that the chair was in kind of fell apart, but I think it's okay structurally... I'm a little worried about asphalt scuff marks being on the chair, but I don't think it's broken. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: WHAT!!!????!!!!! Asphalt scuff marks?!? F this. I have been waiting on that chair for MONTHS! (in comes another alarming moment of realization) Wait... weren't BOTH of the dogs in the back of the truck WITH that big ass glider!?!??!</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: Yeah, they're fine. It just went right over their heads. I was on the phone and saw the box clearing the tailgate-- which was when I stopped. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: are you SURE Lady didn't get SQUISHED BY IT?!?! She could have internal injuries! </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: You're ridiculous. While that guy was helping me lift that thing back into the truck, King was licking his face, I mean, all over his face the whole time he was helping. The guy was defenseless.... it was pretty funny.</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: This chair has been a disaster since I placed the order, and it's still ruining my life. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>Mister Husband: ... don't blog about this okay?</i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><i>me: I won't. (fat chance Mister Hubbs.... fat chance.)</i><br /><i><br /></i><br />Yep, That's right abode lovers. The damn thing flew out of the truck. And Mister Husband was right, it was fine (except for one little road scuff). On the back of the chair, there's about 2 inches of piping that's frayed. I think my supermom can fix it, but it doesn't show, so we're not too worried about it. When I called my sister to tell her that her custom glider had a make-out session with the asphalt on I-65 all she could do was laugh... a lot. She was sleep deprived, which probably helped in that she didn't have the energy to freak out or get upset.<br /><br />Mister Husband and I showed up a few hours later to Atlanta and got out to find King and Lady (our huge yellow lab and cocker spaniel) had squeezed through the plastic wrapping still partially covering the glider and had made a fort out of this once perfect, now scuffed up Serena & Lily glider all the way to Atlanta. So now, not only was it scuffed up, but it was covered in hair and dog slobber.<br /><br />Anyone want Mr.Hubbs and myself to deliver anything to you? I'm thinking not.<br /><i>In Mister Hubbs' defense: It wasn't his fault. It was a total freak accident. He has hauled COUNTLESS pieces of furniture and hasn't EVER skipped a beat. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br />Anyway, we finally got to ATL and it fit just fine through the door (I was worried about that as well!) And we LLLOOOVVVEEEE it! Look how sweet it is in the space!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaTlRAS-v8CwC0Fl9tV3JGcFEUgfDAtAYb8Wl1J9in7Ib_FYjGb_OxDF2A1SkHL1naIu1WwhQk9AJg4WKrmFI2bjYcT38g-emziK50X5yBMBlT8-N6dS_e5Jpt8in26zBrwS1F0OyAHc0/s1600/abode+love+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaTlRAS-v8CwC0Fl9tV3JGcFEUgfDAtAYb8Wl1J9in7Ib_FYjGb_OxDF2A1SkHL1naIu1WwhQk9AJg4WKrmFI2bjYcT38g-emziK50X5yBMBlT8-N6dS_e5Jpt8in26zBrwS1F0OyAHc0/s640/abode+love+2.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Isn't the little side table sweet? It will be perfect for resting items while rocking like bottles, phones, burp cloths or books for when the little tike is older.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAlLSYH2XV8PgoBNliAcikePMUMCS5Dx1ITbXcHwuJaCWyK-PTVxC0msI0WnUwQLJJ042Ai2iDLRDFznQMBtRNzkGNTqWvgWyHS3BQ69twrNZjtDRB5lXyPgdAovEPDWE8fawHbEIObuw/s1600/abode+love+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAlLSYH2XV8PgoBNliAcikePMUMCS5Dx1ITbXcHwuJaCWyK-PTVxC0msI0WnUwQLJJ042Ai2iDLRDFznQMBtRNzkGNTqWvgWyHS3BQ69twrNZjtDRB5lXyPgdAovEPDWE8fawHbEIObuw/s640/abode+love+4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">That sweet bla bla fox owns me... how cute is he!?! The large diamond pattern on the glider is a lovely contrast to the tight patterns in the other fabrics used in the room. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglX9YFg8CMgzHeHRXAis6NS-5B-NLD9Bzv8Vy9eRe9aBUaX0IfUJo2enBQIbCrWasaZT4wEkVeMJ_nURN6jcxvHf6ngwD_O_a4494IbmGscgTzzXsG_0GMOQCUyjRq0dyq2NZwu1VZo4U/s1600/abode+love+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglX9YFg8CMgzHeHRXAis6NS-5B-NLD9Bzv8Vy9eRe9aBUaX0IfUJo2enBQIbCrWasaZT4wEkVeMJ_nURN6jcxvHf6ngwD_O_a4494IbmGscgTzzXsG_0GMOQCUyjRq0dyq2NZwu1VZo4U/s640/abode+love+5.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU-YVoc55cxWwoxY09SlPCfXuYUUVMqSktqQpAFP-IVI6jbiXwrnrtOoGgzG5ksbPpXvv1hysCHkLhRCj5RQc6ZoiceQFtWYrfC8hI0kOJG-zGJhDBrUm7MZEHswFXCYcT91cD5I6P3RE/s1600/abodelove+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU-YVoc55cxWwoxY09SlPCfXuYUUVMqSktqQpAFP-IVI6jbiXwrnrtOoGgzG5ksbPpXvv1hysCHkLhRCj5RQc6ZoiceQFtWYrfC8hI0kOJG-zGJhDBrUm7MZEHswFXCYcT91cD5I6P3RE/s640/abodelove+1.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><i><br /></i><br /><div style="text-align: center;">And this, abode lovers, is the damage that was created by the glider flying out of the truck onto the interstate... the damage is only about 2 inches long, and I am confident that it can be fixed. (although I think Nene, Raleigh's mommy, will just leave it alone!) I am SO thankful that nobody was hurt- I know it must have been a scary situation! I am also thankful that this beauty didn't burst into a million pieces on I-65, <i>hallelujah!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJi7MVL1G2ad50a1NU8ngCt2hJqxlWRiulxW0Rr9MYoekVWw3PjCqk54NVcqkCyQpYyBu2vzdVmDlthdaEHrUTQPWnxL-f01f8jeVBt8P16ChUdZ_ry-j0DqXnE7vr-XD87T32NKNNwyU/s1600/abode+love+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJi7MVL1G2ad50a1NU8ngCt2hJqxlWRiulxW0Rr9MYoekVWw3PjCqk54NVcqkCyQpYyBu2vzdVmDlthdaEHrUTQPWnxL-f01f8jeVBt8P16ChUdZ_ry-j0DqXnE7vr-XD87T32NKNNwyU/s640/abode+love+3.jpg" width="428" /></a></span></i></div><div><br />Don't forget! The Roomspiration Linky party will be kicking off FIRST THING Monday morning with Abode Love featuring entryways. Get your photos and blog posts ready to share!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_feOLd7iXy6TL7nUg2gOU074HJhTamRoYYzSr1oCze253a3jHcVoD8NYd7-tqPeYBiocPDdq4tnRKvxv8hvlFAugTgIznW7lqc0k__9weGQ-g0NkpEnKj56keSPtyC390yKHbco4lwbI/s1600/Roomspiration+annoucement.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_feOLd7iXy6TL7nUg2gOU074HJhTamRoYYzSr1oCze253a3jHcVoD8NYd7-tqPeYBiocPDdq4tnRKvxv8hvlFAugTgIznW7lqc0k__9weGQ-g0NkpEnKj56keSPtyC390yKHbco4lwbI/s1600/Roomspiration+annoucement.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div style="color: #818080; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; text-align: left;">Have an AMAZING weekend abode lovers! The <a href="http://abodelove.blogspot.com/2011/08/raleigh-olivers-friends-of-forest.html">Friends of the Forest Nursery</a> is COMPLETE! Wahooo!</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX-weE6cr6zQAyaXECnlvvJt-zbf9q1lGdgHi0GysUKSRk481aV0gniqMAgFcBVbxDeBLGJQntleghV1IsXP7qFE5IsQpP7-L581RKHAW8Jpm-eLE1lP3c1-YKHTspBIKmTff5asxPzko/s1600/signature-1-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX-weE6cr6zQAyaXECnlvvJt-zbf9q1lGdgHi0GysUKSRk481aV0gniqMAgFcBVbxDeBLGJQntleghV1IsXP7qFE5IsQpP7-L581RKHAW8Jpm-eLE1lP3c1-YKHTspBIKmTff5asxPzko/s640/signature-1-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="color: #818080; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div><br /></div>

you'll never freaking believe it...

Sorry in advance for my very unladylike potty mouth below.... Anyone remember me pining away for this Serena & Lily glider ? For MONTHS ...

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the valerie project

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hello abode lovers! I hope all of you had a super relaxing long weekend- I know I did. I got some major lovin' from my two little nephews and some much needed rest on my day off! I just wanted to share my latest e-design project that I finished up last week, it was <i>so</i> fun! My challenge was to find interesting chairs for Valerie, a lovely lady I know through Auburn connections-- she has great style so I knew it would be fun! Valerie already purchased this gorgeous <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/benchwright-dining-table/?pkey=csquare-rectangular-tables">Pottery Barn farmhouse table called the Benchwright</a>, and my job was to bring some fun and fabulousness to her dining room through a few key pieces. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here were Valerie's options:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first 3 options are the same combination of chairs with a different area rug resting beneath the table. I love these white tufted side chairs. They were a great find at <a href="http://www.hightechseating.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=2146">High Tech Seating at $262.99</a> for a pair! You can't beat that. The <a href="http://www.laylagrayce.com/Products/Emperor-Arm-Chair-Black__NOIGCHA204AD1.aspx?SSAID=314743">Emperor Armchairs are from Layla Grace</a> and I love how much strength and geometric contrast they bring to this set. They're a lovely contrast to the creamy tufted side chairs. <a href="http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Handmade-New-Zealand-Wool-Seasons-Beige-Rug-76-x-96/5186304/product.html?cid=143937&fp=F&TRACK=CSEShopzilla&mr:referralID=a52fa1cd-d8d3-11e0-9e9c-001b2166c62d">The rug was a simple and warm find from Overstock.com</a> and adds a lovely pattern to break up all of the solids in the space.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheHcj2RTWfPbHKa-7qMy_YToQ9pIPr0zz2_lEDRhj7YhqfiMoA7mMyS_sSLoriLVhsgrLGrGIjoi9xfwTNr_4GQ1_fIyTmaSEJMt5sMHXZrNut1sPtFnTsIzSGNDZ3BR8-pWr_NQQ8DlM/s1600/Valerie+1a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheHcj2RTWfPbHKa-7qMy_YToQ9pIPr0zz2_lEDRhj7YhqfiMoA7mMyS_sSLoriLVhsgrLGrGIjoi9xfwTNr_4GQ1_fIyTmaSEJMt5sMHXZrNut1sPtFnTsIzSGNDZ3BR8-pWr_NQQ8DlM/s640/Valerie+1a.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Good gosh I love this rug it's called the <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=980012&catId=HOME-RUGS&pushId=HOME-RUGS&popId=HOME&navCount=24&color=gre&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=HOME-RUGS-RECTANGULAR">Gloria's Garden Rug</a>... it's my fave at Anthropologie and I have been lusting over it for months. I am living vicariously through my client on this one, if Val loved this rug, I would feel like it was mine somehow. I know, I'm weird... but I am <i>desperate</i> for someone to love and cherish this beauty as much as I do. I feel like it can go with ANY color under the sun and it can bring life and young excitement to any space.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhw7aL6vDHJJN1bliuhiebDVMcC-dyXtUIXELVT2kK1GFc8kn7QAOe1pfk0Kz102z00-wGGhG213sCyB5n8Mq24JgGHLxMQlEAGm46qLwFfjEVaNffucbJuO7eXdWyt0UbkrBhFzT4m0/s1600/Valerie+1b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhw7aL6vDHJJN1bliuhiebDVMcC-dyXtUIXELVT2kK1GFc8kn7QAOe1pfk0Kz102z00-wGGhG213sCyB5n8Mq24JgGHLxMQlEAGm46qLwFfjEVaNffucbJuO7eXdWyt0UbkrBhFzT4m0/s640/Valerie+1b.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />This option is a lovely and rustic look. I love how glamorous it all feels together. I love what <a href="http://www.io-metro.com/ic280frm.asp?prodno=655CHDVBRWG&SelectedWebCat=ALLRUGS">this cowhide from IOMetro</a> can do for a very rectangular shaped table and chairs. I love how the organic lines add softness to this brown, black and white set.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRnHlu1V2iZ8dFCLMmGJtUlrksia8l-FVWKYgiUTVQ1a8dIDb5kVqGmKZGG0xw6ANiEwKb6mJq_duwhXtVYbNwp1OnwLHJcqaYgwzEs0OXItYHq7wa64zmDb3Od8x-2OZmr3GzOlOViLE/s1600/Valerie+1c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRnHlu1V2iZ8dFCLMmGJtUlrksia8l-FVWKYgiUTVQ1a8dIDb5kVqGmKZGG0xw6ANiEwKb6mJq_duwhXtVYbNwp1OnwLHJcqaYgwzEs0OXItYHq7wa64zmDb3Od8x-2OZmr3GzOlOViLE/s640/Valerie+1c.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Here is the second set of chairs to choose from:<br />I adore these <a href="http://www.horchow.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=cprod78840001&parentId=cat14380733&masterId=cat8060731&index=8&cmCat=cat000000cat000001cat14540731cat8060731cat14380733&isEditorial=false">Pheasant Host Chairs from Horchow</a>. They are incredible. They would add so much drama to a dining area. I kept the cowhide rug for this look to contrast the very finished and feminine wingbacks. The <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=21164280&catId=HOME-FURNITURE&pushId=HOME-FURNITURE&popId=HOME&navCount=24&color=046&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=HOME-FURNITURE-CHAIRS">gray/brown Clarissa side chairs</a> are a soft silhouette that work nicely with the style of the wingback chairs, they have a high enough back so that they aren't dwarfed by the size of the host chairs. The scalloped edge and turned legs really make these chairs a beautiful addition to any dining table. Here again I am using the <a href="http://www.io-metro.com/ic280frm.asp?prodno=655CHDVBRWG&SelectedWebCat=ALLRUGS">cowhide from IOMetro</a>, I love the color palette and pattern paired with this chair combination.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdFM6_XZe23TRXmvTpL8qdlhCuDBrcOXaPYoD_BTKj768iDjw1_b2y2edU47Qq6xYbFgzDbC6eXQkqZ4ohWm_KEMW3o_QowYqcNKGCMd4JejMU6Komh3AQXXI7tcfB2uefUk-W158BwGM/s1600/Valerie+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdFM6_XZe23TRXmvTpL8qdlhCuDBrcOXaPYoD_BTKj768iDjw1_b2y2edU47Qq6xYbFgzDbC6eXQkqZ4ohWm_KEMW3o_QowYqcNKGCMd4JejMU6Komh3AQXXI7tcfB2uefUk-W158BwGM/s640/Valerie+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Here is the third set of chairs to choose from:<br />I love these <a href="http://www.ballarddesigns.com/macau-armchair/featured/white/15025?isCrossSell=true&strategy=1">Macau Dining chairs from Ballard Designs</a>- they are SO gorgeous. This look of fine rattan mixes beautifully with the more traditional shape of the <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=21164280&catId=HOME-FURNITURE&pushId=HOME-FURNITURE&popId=HOME&navCount=24&color=046&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=HOME-FURNITURE-CHAIRS">Turquoise Clarissa side chairs from Anthropologie</a>. I used the <a href="http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Handmade-New-Zealand-Wool-Seasons-Beige-Rug-76-x-96/5186304/product.html?cid=143937&fp=F&TRACK=CSEShopzilla&mr:referralID=a52fa1cd-d8d3-11e0-9e9c-001b2166c62d">patterned Overstock rug</a> again and love the warmth that it adds to this set.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqbbcsMI9HBDpVzcOpI2kMpRUIWfUXvg5Sbny4uiHMO3cdSTUcgKxShwO121LeDteD22fSXw3J1SPZDCEbktSh7avNwTS0Jdn8DgxGBap_XQp7qaj_yiQdglJzuMHKsVm6DIWnin75Fbo/s1600/Valerie+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqbbcsMI9HBDpVzcOpI2kMpRUIWfUXvg5Sbny4uiHMO3cdSTUcgKxShwO121LeDteD22fSXw3J1SPZDCEbktSh7avNwTS0Jdn8DgxGBap_XQp7qaj_yiQdglJzuMHKsVm6DIWnin75Fbo/s640/Valerie+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is the fourth and final option- <i>and the winner</i> for Valerie's lovely abode! This option includes The <a href="http://www.laylagrayce.com/Products/Emperor-Arm-Chair-Black__NOIGCHA204AD1.aspx?SSAID=314743">Emperor Armchairs are from Layla Grace</a>, the <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=21164280&catId=HOME-FURNITURE&pushId=HOME-FURNITURE&popId=HOME&navCount=24&color=046&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=HOME-FURNITURE-CHAIRS">gray/brown Clarissa side chairs</a> from Anthropologie and the <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=980012&catId=HOME-RUGS&pushId=HOME-RUGS&popId=HOME&navCount=24&color=gre&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=HOME-RUGS-RECTANGULAR">Gloria's Garden Rug</a> also from Anthropologie. I think Valerie picked the best combination-- I love the formality in the chairs and all of the fun and whimsy that will be seen in the rug. A statement piece like this rug is a great way to establish a color scheme for the space. I can't wait to see this room come together!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFGc5u_XfST71UH_oqiKAWzTS3p0R_O6D_PZhyfv-rM5VBKFO7lNcEQO2NWUp_QgsoLCCMPYyo55rmYxlKmd72oQQMNHaZavYGY01pp0tc01HuD4iw_cSWm1-dYjjh3uIPL7YVFnKoIvk/s1600/final+option.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFGc5u_XfST71UH_oqiKAWzTS3p0R_O6D_PZhyfv-rM5VBKFO7lNcEQO2NWUp_QgsoLCCMPYyo55rmYxlKmd72oQQMNHaZavYGY01pp0tc01HuD4iw_cSWm1-dYjjh3uIPL7YVFnKoIvk/s640/final+option.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFGc5u_XfST71UH_oqiKAWzTS3p0R_O6D_PZhyfv-rM5VBKFO7lNcEQO2NWUp_QgsoLCCMPYyo55rmYxlKmd72oQQMNHaZavYGY01pp0tc01HuD4iw_cSWm1-dYjjh3uIPL7YVFnKoIvk/s1600/final+option.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hope all of you abode lovers have an amazing Wednesday! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjY2bCydAXqZ7tMy-OKq371G0h4-odZnzYf_PRpM5Cs7FCYx50GgP0GtcwGzEBE80XaFUp7gXEhF1OyJ47vyYlm7OGqutUWaSOX3oXVL11m5UgU644cIYGbLdaTGIlL03FBcBEtFjVg9w/s1600/signature-1-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjY2bCydAXqZ7tMy-OKq371G0h4-odZnzYf_PRpM5Cs7FCYx50GgP0GtcwGzEBE80XaFUp7gXEhF1OyJ47vyYlm7OGqutUWaSOX3oXVL11m5UgU644cIYGbLdaTGIlL03FBcBEtFjVg9w/s640/signature-1-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>

the valerie project

Hello abode lovers! I hope all of you had a super relaxing long weekend- I know I did. I got some major lovin' from my two little nephew...

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landon & kelli's downstairs reveal!

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Good Morning abode lovers! So, anyone who has been an avid abode lover for more than a year may feel this post to be a bit familiar. Why? Well, because I am finally posting about a long awaited living space that I designed for Landon and Kelli! This was quite a project- we started with the living space and moved into the dining area and the kitchen... this was SO fun! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://abodelove.blogspot.com/2010/06/kelli-landon.html">Here is the original post about Landon and Kelli...</a> and here is what our mood boards turned out to be:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh8JIy_1cLaX4gT1nsjZBiRygXkudppcT_En_vl2LrnbPFfdjX2vHp4Js8FMxkYRhMmgo8QqvrUGxZmB4O87JiVeZCnqy4pFODUqIigXnl50uAPxo_g8VpjltqLxZoYmlA6ZCryLoyzqc/s1600/kelli%2526landon+post+1+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh8JIy_1cLaX4gT1nsjZBiRygXkudppcT_En_vl2LrnbPFfdjX2vHp4Js8FMxkYRhMmgo8QqvrUGxZmB4O87JiVeZCnqy4pFODUqIigXnl50uAPxo_g8VpjltqLxZoYmlA6ZCryLoyzqc/s640/kelli%2526landon+post+1+copy.jpg" width="370" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi30untMBtuP64Uo4WAjaet-KaLYXrHe7M8C9preodWdQcZRkeZJ8AtmeV8BqEOa6qdyvXp3zeR_7c7Tfqyv4Rht94oZHwzvjI8X09A-9_sjKAtbikyQA12EPklJST11rCF0IzAd4joa8A/s1600/kelli%2526landon+post+14+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi30untMBtuP64Uo4WAjaet-KaLYXrHe7M8C9preodWdQcZRkeZJ8AtmeV8BqEOa6qdyvXp3zeR_7c7Tfqyv4Rht94oZHwzvjI8X09A-9_sjKAtbikyQA12EPklJST11rCF0IzAd4joa8A/s640/kelli%2526landon+post+14+copy.jpg" width="370" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And here, my friends is the finished product! I am loving this abode! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is the view right when you walk into Landon and Kelli's abode... Love the ladder that Kelli found, it's perfect to store comfy throws. We used a warmer, darker gray for the living room to make it feel it a bit more cozy and infuse a little drama and separation into this main level. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbs659yzyKsz6s7l7lFboDzQIMNnBuZcTQtw90zTnj9iOkZuDIcYyy9HtAaCqNPkYCdc8QKS5WjwmB493L_ngQFgyhVBvnnMmOWLjsLZRuxNYI51ffiKHZlZiUCHD7eU9dHbSdShxpEfU/s1600/abodelove5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbs659yzyKsz6s7l7lFboDzQIMNnBuZcTQtw90zTnj9iOkZuDIcYyy9HtAaCqNPkYCdc8QKS5WjwmB493L_ngQFgyhVBvnnMmOWLjsLZRuxNYI51ffiKHZlZiUCHD7eU9dHbSdShxpEfU/s640/abodelove5.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The sofa was the first piece that we had to work around. It's a plush, super comfy linen sofa from ZGallerie. Kelli knew she wanted a gallery wall somewhere in her home and this space seemed like the perfect place to start a growing collection of art, mirrors and photos. <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/cotton-canvas-printed-woodblock-circles-window-panel-r916/?pkey=cwindow-panels-curtains-shades">The wood block drapery panels are from West Elm</a> and the brass library floor lamp was a lucky find from TJMaxx! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinXiQoIDNaW_q8rZ8gSYHOjgNdGNOKq3Oj5lycIobLPoQAi2RVJEsTKEQikub6ig6ohVhzEYgp97W059UuejPLfZ7JvIdZskw-4Zfbw6G73gTsFDI5DTlCckpmYCixzKqTgtno_-izO1Q/s1600/abodelove4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinXiQoIDNaW_q8rZ8gSYHOjgNdGNOKq3Oj5lycIobLPoQAi2RVJEsTKEQikub6ig6ohVhzEYgp97W059UuejPLfZ7JvIdZskw-4Zfbw6G73gTsFDI5DTlCckpmYCixzKqTgtno_-izO1Q/s640/abodelove4.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a close look at the gallery wall. I love the bright whites mixed with the rustic frames. We wanted to make sure to use gold finishes as well as silver to add a layer of sophistication, glamour and a feeling of collectedness. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZbUACqu0a0F5uxVYM-pvpId8UjF-D05GayQBP6Wbkncew0EEvo6zdpaOYWYb0_JO65IHYv1RaEDIv91yfINfY82l2nNWbHvZGs-z2v480llGR4xcYhBEiciXDXfSLf0tMm-xR_Xv66Lo/s1600/abodelove7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZbUACqu0a0F5uxVYM-pvpId8UjF-D05GayQBP6Wbkncew0EEvo6zdpaOYWYb0_JO65IHYv1RaEDIv91yfINfY82l2nNWbHvZGs-z2v480llGR4xcYhBEiciXDXfSLf0tMm-xR_Xv66Lo/s640/abodelove7.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a view of the entire living space if you're standing in the dining area. The most recent piece added to the living room is the tall, gorgeous piece in the corner. This was a great find from <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/">Wisteria</a> and it goes beautifully in the space. We got this beautiful little <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/Linen-European-Furniture-Natural-Linen-Settee/productinfo/W2506/">linen European settee from Wisteria</a> as well. It's a lovely piece that adds a lightness and a more "dainty" shape to this space that contains so many large, heavy pieces. The <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/furniture/chairs/oasis-chair/s517006">oversized chairs with their backs facing us are from Crate&Barrel</a>- this style is popping up everywhere and I love the comfy, easy feeling that these slipcovered beauties bring to this living room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDc7xX4crHhRAdnSOE9px0zBocz1eX7r93nF2ytqUaNOOrgolKa4Mgu5hxI8yvEklETWLikMJUr8toCnC77sDHufI7b3JYD3-9BZsKnzbWmaq1Z7_2rUBN3NJcrvdjx0RW-xIrHGkkR_E/s1600/DSC01605.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDc7xX4crHhRAdnSOE9px0zBocz1eX7r93nF2ytqUaNOOrgolKa4Mgu5hxI8yvEklETWLikMJUr8toCnC77sDHufI7b3JYD3-9BZsKnzbWmaq1Z7_2rUBN3NJcrvdjx0RW-xIrHGkkR_E/s640/DSC01605.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod1617078&categoryId=cat1544013">large coffee table via Restoration Hardware</a> was such a perfect fit for what Landon and Kelli were looking for in their living space. There is a lower level to stash throw blankets, magazines and other useful items. On the top, we added a few large lanterns, a small silver tray and a place to stash the remotes. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY0nlUhZyH8b8dq96z3ZDoSXby4gXKQ-y8xsXQljWZ6Zqxli11TN8suzYcn24nInCm6_TQBM-RwObcKhqDa7WC_O14A9WiHeGRbI634fx1T67DJSYGJ_nGbDFwIqIvidHOg3dxFSmJCwU/s1600/abodelove1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY0nlUhZyH8b8dq96z3ZDoSXby4gXKQ-y8xsXQljWZ6Zqxli11TN8suzYcn24nInCm6_TQBM-RwObcKhqDa7WC_O14A9WiHeGRbI634fx1T67DJSYGJ_nGbDFwIqIvidHOg3dxFSmJCwU/s640/abodelove1.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These are the little moments in the space that really give this living room life. The butter yellow <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/alexis-ceramic-table-lamp-base/?pkey=ctable-bedside-lamps">ceramic lamp via Pottery Barn</a> was the perfect way to add a bit of color to the space. We topped off the lamp with the breathtaking <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=983025&catId=HOME-LIGHTING-SHADES&pushId=HOME-LIGHTING-SHADES&popId=HOME-LIGHTING&navCount=18&color=nem&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=D">Quiet Mist lampshade from Anthropologie</a>. I swear, an Anthro lampshade can <i>make</i> a room. The <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/furniture/accent-tables/driftwood-end-table/s438106">driftwood in table was also a great find via Crate&Barrel</a>. I love the natural and organic form of this piece. It really breaks up all of the hard and fast lines that you see in the space. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvdXjcR7lNcRTvKziszxae09m72Xg84siKqT6NFIiD0EqvaQvT3SjMLJjKdavvV7ElM5t6Y5k57Y26iLVYOjJ2aLA8ai0hjjzTvGKwaO1yIow8HziHQd8BbRvSATATEp9Ni_QVc0RnrJI/s1600/DSC01702.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvdXjcR7lNcRTvKziszxae09m72Xg84siKqT6NFIiD0EqvaQvT3SjMLJjKdavvV7ElM5t6Y5k57Y26iLVYOjJ2aLA8ai0hjjzTvGKwaO1yIow8HziHQd8BbRvSATATEp9Ni_QVc0RnrJI/s640/DSC01702.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">To add a young feel to this very rustic and neutral room, we decided on the AMAZING <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=76003&catId=HOME-RUGS&pushId=HOME-RUGS&popId=HOME&navCount=18&color=gol&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=HOME-RUGS-RECTANGULAR">Festival rug in gold from Anthropologie</a> to add color, pattern and life into the space. We pulled our entire color palette from this one piece. It's so fun to find a client that is willing to try such a great statement piece!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigg6FFHBDqI4U_f-K4_YW3DmMkdU-f-Xxl-SL5kA5XcKnv9xsF_MSmDWyWlEMck7NQEbuoq_SFoKtRsAgXHoURADkQdhaStx1M94jGMysG-a6KQPdSPuzw-QELtBpdy-01JZHrIBFRy5I/s1600/DSC01662.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigg6FFHBDqI4U_f-K4_YW3DmMkdU-f-Xxl-SL5kA5XcKnv9xsF_MSmDWyWlEMck7NQEbuoq_SFoKtRsAgXHoURADkQdhaStx1M94jGMysG-a6KQPdSPuzw-QELtBpdy-01JZHrIBFRy5I/s640/DSC01662.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;">Here is another look at the Wisteria glass door bookcase. I love the details on the doors as well as the simple brass hardware. This piece really is lovely in the space. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4rAlG4v_Yb2MgLUqEaQXPPAww9ZitjOZygUVURfjwrl9v_qY16jiB2MYKxLPUOZCjDMC5LMsnJz_jRpePodOkyCthgnrLrBtodRnmyBRnMgyCZWil6ot4qHDMfqfKUVRm6n8R60Cf3iM/s1600/abodelove3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4rAlG4v_Yb2MgLUqEaQXPPAww9ZitjOZygUVURfjwrl9v_qY16jiB2MYKxLPUOZCjDMC5LMsnJz_jRpePodOkyCthgnrLrBtodRnmyBRnMgyCZWil6ot4qHDMfqfKUVRm6n8R60Cf3iM/s640/abodelove3.jpg" width="480" /></a> </div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And now... on to the kitchen/dining area. Kelli and Landon picked the colors of the cabinetry and I think they're gorgeous. I love an accenting island and there's really nothing better than a kitchen in shades of white and cream. Kelli knew that she would want to add a backsplash eventually and we testing multiple options, but this small rectangular white and sparkly tile was perfect!</div></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghwspLJLrkhLVmBiNVts6317EKuTdGrUN0lFC3uagkOXUJxGxWrvCdtlZCj9pe7QRePcLwQ-oDWDN1IrlbgrL-9RdJnGUfC_rI9GcsN0lsslFhdhrnYmbw8no4GU1U-0r8lXPZdhPTO_8/s1600/DSC01675.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghwspLJLrkhLVmBiNVts6317EKuTdGrUN0lFC3uagkOXUJxGxWrvCdtlZCj9pe7QRePcLwQ-oDWDN1IrlbgrL-9RdJnGUfC_rI9GcsN0lsslFhdhrnYmbw8no4GU1U-0r8lXPZdhPTO_8/s640/DSC01675.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a closer look at the backsplash. I love the gray grout that really shows off the pattern. And who can have a kitchen without a little Pellegrino? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_bT-euAdod7if4M62erF9AujIFrWosru2aET9Pe4mYTdKrtWN5SJDs1jQvcL7L5N4uqB6teb9mYnFbN9AdQoRkx0uAAdLxMEPNNzKsG3gytx1FraTAN7hWCiE0qt3sgF9ocEGow21n8/s1600/abodelove8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_bT-euAdod7if4M62erF9AujIFrWosru2aET9Pe4mYTdKrtWN5SJDs1jQvcL7L5N4uqB6teb9mYnFbN9AdQoRkx0uAAdLxMEPNNzKsG3gytx1FraTAN7hWCiE0qt3sgF9ocEGow21n8/s640/abodelove8.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And the dining room... this may be my favorite part of the downstairs living area. I LOVE the combination of the table with the mismatched chairs. Kelli and Landon snagged <a href="http://www.worldmarket.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4432660">this gorgeous farmhouse table from World Market.</a> The black chairs were dark wood and I had Kelli and Landon paint them black. We then added <a href="http://www.ballarddesigns.com/parsons-chair-slipcover--special-order-fabrics/chairs/parsons-chairs/10665">these gorgeous Ikat parson chairs from Ballard Designs</a> and I must say, they add such a richness to the dining area. I LOVE them. We kept the <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/cotton-canvas-printed-woodblock-circles-window-panel-r916/?pkey=cwindow-panels-curtains-shades">West Elm drapes</a> the same throughout the main level of the house- but in the dining area we added a sheer panel, also from West Elm, that has a decorative capiz trim to add a little glamour to the dining space.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB4GwAcMaXOpsyoFY2bYBud8ovdvzM8wvTAtrkKcWCsQjsYf0ypKKZSTxbum2atSrWxspJajUZDEkuKhyhhG5qo4lMUq5Wm3PN54-8PoMAaZHeB7dczlrI5VKHLNtOmJGGF_z6W9egRTI/s1600/abodelove2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB4GwAcMaXOpsyoFY2bYBud8ovdvzM8wvTAtrkKcWCsQjsYf0ypKKZSTxbum2atSrWxspJajUZDEkuKhyhhG5qo4lMUq5Wm3PN54-8PoMAaZHeB7dczlrI5VKHLNtOmJGGF_z6W9egRTI/s640/abodelove2.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The rug was another part of the dining area that I just <i>love</i>. A cowhide always brings an imperfect and organic line into a space. With the strong rectangular dining table and chairs, the cowhide really softens the look of the dining area. Another reason that we brought in this cowhide was to break up the wood of the table and the darkness of the tables against the dark wood floors. The pale gray cowhide gives contrast and really makes the chairs pop.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3V-VEFx_UOw4wqzGS3w8nFsx4IIQRsJtlWmGBAy7bbNJ921dq2xeN4y8J_0jpqpVckZRAanahXwxFG-hClMy0p5d8XCMiY0G3PVKtsoEB7lrRv-5lRKKiUkqivw_49XeURZuL4nQStUo/s1600/DSC01705.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3V-VEFx_UOw4wqzGS3w8nFsx4IIQRsJtlWmGBAy7bbNJ921dq2xeN4y8J_0jpqpVckZRAanahXwxFG-hClMy0p5d8XCMiY0G3PVKtsoEB7lrRv-5lRKKiUkqivw_49XeURZuL4nQStUo/s640/DSC01705.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This little bar/cabinet via Ikea was something that Kelli and Landon have had for years. They are looking to replace it in the next few years with a great big buffet, but until then, we made some great improvements to this piece so that it fit well within the space. I had Landon and Kelli paint it the warm gray of the living room (it was pale, raw wood before) and we added a pair of gorgeous little knobs from Anthropologie to spice it up a bit. We then decked out the shelving with silver, white and crystal pieces. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyUvC5qsCBfsXOaAwGt5Z4mZ7PPENWkntBTb4OVV-JxyPldJ-6F_QpVP4O_Y_BkOs4ZeBbxRz4UDFmg7XKA_5Lv35l5uW2qPRhXygHfvmUvrmzk7cdNQ117FzxPIak53yC2cMNGYlAVyg/s1600/abodelove9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyUvC5qsCBfsXOaAwGt5Z4mZ7PPENWkntBTb4OVV-JxyPldJ-6F_QpVP4O_Y_BkOs4ZeBbxRz4UDFmg7XKA_5Lv35l5uW2qPRhXygHfvmUvrmzk7cdNQ117FzxPIak53yC2cMNGYlAVyg/s640/abodelove9.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_KKyaw778SjFlrSG4clDCb1dkZU_69O76ua8deTNU73hkB1ilByYKjFUS8BHMt3KaSfe4h8iFLxgG-u-D1vg1y29fQNBf3QGhN4hkehv5bLxnwWJZ5iSZCY7XXx-vSIR-3ZxoHuQykLU/s1600/abodelove10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_KKyaw778SjFlrSG4clDCb1dkZU_69O76ua8deTNU73hkB1ilByYKjFUS8BHMt3KaSfe4h8iFLxgG-u-D1vg1y29fQNBf3QGhN4hkehv5bLxnwWJZ5iSZCY7XXx-vSIR-3ZxoHuQykLU/s640/abodelove10.jpg" style="cursor: move;" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a view from the other side of the room. Don't you just love this abode!? </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA9L63Y5lPoMZ9CfO16ZIB6wKMVSWXGo9eLOS0IuGxWoWXxdrERsalyKp-0Utj1gKFwawG1sW-otXNrniR1lDBbBQn93oHWCbed8q6Ku6IVwzdJbmFY5RVvxJrv6CTIPkod-sChcu3KT0/s1600/abodelove6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA9L63Y5lPoMZ9CfO16ZIB6wKMVSWXGo9eLOS0IuGxWoWXxdrERsalyKp-0Utj1gKFwawG1sW-otXNrniR1lDBbBQn93oHWCbed8q6Ku6IVwzdJbmFY5RVvxJrv6CTIPkod-sChcu3KT0/s640/abodelove6.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;">Thanks Landon and Kelli for being the BEST e-design clients ever! <a href="http://abodelove.blogspot.com/2011/06/landon-and-kellis-master.html">We are currently working on their master bedroom</a> and in a few months I will be sharing this fun project as well! I hope all of you have a fabulous weekend!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_i3OvssOh4XprdBMURSJKgNcNOZRTJCawtHU2nLxurSPVvt6WJdgQ3iqA8ukLZ_VFUmY_UVOMytUl8D9XBBEl9VGWds839617gw5O_eMSE2b4XOoiiItyVsDCZrj8465L3RAWNmHgH9k/s1600/signature-1-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_i3OvssOh4XprdBMURSJKgNcNOZRTJCawtHU2nLxurSPVvt6WJdgQ3iqA8ukLZ_VFUmY_UVOMytUl8D9XBBEl9VGWds839617gw5O_eMSE2b4XOoiiItyVsDCZrj8465L3RAWNmHgH9k/s640/signature-1-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>

landon & kelli's downstairs reveal!

Good Morning abode lovers! So, anyone who has been an avid abode lover for more than a year may feel this post to be a bit familiar. Why? We...

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