trend alert - lacquered kitchen cabinets

When it comes to kitchens, I'm seeing lacquered cabinets all over the place!  While I would normally consider myself more of a traditional girl when it comes to kitchens, especially with wood cabinets, this new trend has sparked my interest.  
I'm seeing a lot of what I would consider standard lacquered cabinets - what immediately comes to your mind - high-gloss, bright and primary colors, and super modern.  That style is definitely out there, but I'm also seeing the lacquer in not-so-bright colors - whites, blacks, greys, more saturated and even a matte finish.  That's what's caught my eye!

Pigmented lacquered cabinets by Viola Park give off a more matte-look. 

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Love the color below, but I wish the backsplash was different. 

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I love this one!  The backsplash makes this kitchen look super glam and the lacquered cabinets are perfect in this space - love the glossy white. 

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The high-gloss works well combined with the wood, helps to break it up.

Modern Kitchen design by Miami Interior Designer DKOR Interiors Inc.- Interior Designers Miami, FL

It's fun to see different colors being used, but not screaming bright, high-gloss!

Contemporary Kitchen design by San Francisco Architect Mark English Architects, AIA

Clean, classy, streamlined.  

Contemporary Kitchen design by Calgary Design-build Fifth Element Homes

They great cabinets provide a calming, more serene look.

Modern Kitchen design by Austin Architect Webber + Studio, Architects

Are you into the lacquered cabinets?  Do you have them in your home? 

before + after

I've been meaning to share some before + afters for a while now and I've finally put some together!

The lighting in this apartment is really not great!  There is some natural light from the back windows, but that is about all!  We wanted to lighten and brighten the space so we worked with lighter furniture, added a few mirrors, and painted a great accent wall!

The "after" shot is facing the other direction. 

Visit Lindsey Anne Interiors to get started on your own home makeover! 

black + white + color

Nothing says classic design to me more than black + white.  It's one of my favorite color palette's and i'm constantly drawn to it.  While all black and white rooms can be stunningly dramatic, I love to see how well other colors play off of it.

Touches of gold add sophistication. 

Traditional Entry design by Little Rock Interior Designer Tobi Fairley Interior Design

Unique elements of blue mixed in. 

Contemporary Living Room design by Other Metros Interior Designer Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.

Even minimal amounts of browns help to add another dimension. 

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Simple green. 

Contemporary Dining Room design by Chicago Interior Designer Jessica Lagrange Interiors LLC

I love the mix with different shades of blue. 

Contemporary Living Room design by Dallas Interior Designer Abbe Fenimore Studio Ten 25

the LAUNCH of lindsey anne interiors !

I'm so excited!  My official website for Lindsey Anne Interiors has gone live!  

I'm thrilled to be taking this step forward in my business!  I've been hard at work on the website and learning how to design it (yes, I did it myself - it's quite the labor of love).  I would love for you to stop over and let me know what you think!  

With the launch, I thought I would reward my lovely readers with an e-design board giveaway (enter here!) and 25% off any service of your choice now through October 6th!  Use code LAlaunch when e-mailing me!  

e-design board giveaway!

My e-design business has been extra busy lately and I'm having so much fun working with all of my clients!  I can only think that I have my amazing readers to thank for such great business!  As a token of my appreciation, I'm giving away an e-design board!  

Here are some samples of recent boards I've completed (you can see more here) - 

 

Rules are simple:

- Become a follower of Pinklet and C

For an additional entry you can do any of the following - all count for 1 additional entry:
- Tweet about this giveaway, linking back to this post
- Follow Pinklet and C on Twitter [here]- Like Pinklet and C on Facebook [here] 

*Please leave a separate comment below for each of entries you completed (up to 4 entries)!

Winner will be chosen on Monday, October 1st at 10am EST.

house tour

Happy Monday!  I stumbled on this house tour on Apartment Therapy and couldn't wait to share it!  Sarah and Matt Alba's California home achieves that perfect, but not too perfect, styled feeling.  It's gorgeous, but still feels lived in - a perfect balance that is hard to come by!  You will notice a lot of storage throughout the house - Sarah's solution for clutter and all of her daughter's things!  

Neutral living room palette - with blue accents. I love that the pouf and the pillow color matches.  The mirrors on the wall are a great design element. 

The walk-around fireplace is a great feature. 

An easy dining space simple palette, simple table and chairs set. 

 Some of my favorite design elements - that lamp, barstools and the wood bar. 

Great color in the master bedroom.

 

 More color!  Two smaller tables always make a great "coffee table area".  Neat magazine storage underneath.  I love the great couch color!

More storage - clean and neat, but not boring. 

Coffee table styling. 

Bookcase + pretty baskets = always a favorite of mine.  I love that lamp, too. 

More storage in their daughter's room.  

Such a pretty outside! 

 

look i love - glass lamps under $150

A glass lamp with a simple neutral shade is a timeless piece that I think everyone should add to their home decor collection.  Here are six stylish options that won't break the bank - they are all under $150! Which is your favorite?

1- Malia Seeded Glass Lamp | Ballard Designs $119 / 2 - Eva Colored Glass Table Lamp | Pottery Barn $99 / 3 - Clarity Smoke Table Lamp | Crate and Barrel $100 

 4 - Jonsbo Oröd | IKEA $50 / 5 - Perch Table Lamp | West Elm $69 / 6 - Glass Jug Table Lamp | West Elm $149 

dining room e-design board

I've been working with a client on a e-design board for her dining room and I'm excited to share the final product!

This client has lived in her house for a while, but has left the dining room empty so we needed to start from scratch.  She wanted a "formal" dining room without feeling stuffy.  She also wanted to make sure to incorporate a few extra chairs for a small seating area near the window.  We ultimately decided to create a neutral base with room to decorate for any holiday or party.  We mixed wood and neutral tones with a few pops of blue.

In respect of my client, I keep all my sources private.  If you would like to know where something is from, just send me an e-mail!

Need help adding the final touches on a room?  Does your room need a complete makeover?  Take a look at my services page and send me an e-mail to lindseyanneinteriors@gmail.com to get started! 

sliding barn doors

Sliding barn doors are one of my favorite unique touches! Recently, I have been seeing them show up in houses more often.  They are so unexpected and are a gorgeous interior design touch.  Doors aren't usually a focal point in a room, but these will definitely catch your eye!

People normally think it's too rustic or country-ish, but depending on the material and hardware you use, it can be anything from modern to traditional, to rustic to sleek.

Eclectic Entry design by Columbus Design-build J.S. Brown & Co.

Traditional Entry design by Minneapolis General Contractor Hendel Homes, Rick & Amy Hendel

Contemporary Bedroom design by San Francisco Interior Designer Artistic Designs for Living, Tineke Triggs

Eclectic Entry design by Charleston Architect Bill Huey + Associates

Entry design by San Francisco Design-build Urrutia Design

fall recipes

ingredients + recipe

Nothing says fall like an apple crisp - it's always one of my go-to fall recipes.
We went apple picking last weekend and have apples to last us a while so I I'm making a crisp today to bring to a party.  What's your favorite fall recipe?

Ingredients (all from Kitchen Parade) - 

APPLES

• Juice of two lemons

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 2 teaspoons cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon nutmeg

• 6 large apples 

TOPPING

• 1/2 cup flour

• 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (the secret ingredient!)

• 1/2 cup oatmeal (old-fashioned or quick, not instant)

• 1/2 cup walnuts (see TIPS)

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon table salt

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, cold or at room temperature

See the full recipe here for baking instructions. 

a fall saturday

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We are heading to a Fall BBQ today and I wanted to share a little tablescape inspiration.  The centerpieces are simple to assembly (large hurricanes, small pumpkins and branches), but have a great visual impact - especially with all of that color!  Add in a few small pumpkins and festive napkins and you are ready to go!

pillows for sale!

I am selling these two brand new throw pillows!

They have never been used before and are in perfect condition.

Size - 16x18

Color - Burgundy and shades of brown. 

email me at lindseyanneinteriors@gmail.com for more information!

cozy grey

Happy Friday!  

I saw this image and immediately wanted to run out and buy all new pillows.  I love the mix of glam and rustic in shades of grey.  The decor is simple - lots of candles and pillows - but lots of varying styles really make an impact!

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holiday decorating services

Bokeh Cinnamon Sticks - Metallic Finish Christmas Gift Idea Baking... / Fall's Finest Bouquet / Fall Cornucopia Floral Arrangement / Hanging Gold Clear Crystal Balls Sparkling Wedding Event Decorations / Beaded Ornaments - Champagne / 2012 Annual Christmas Stars, Gold / Custom Glitter Happy Birthday Letter Garland

I'm excited to announce that I'm officially offering holiday decorating services!  With Fall upon us and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season right behind it, now is a great time to get started!  
All of these can be used for a specific holiday (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve), a general seasons theme (Fall, Winter, etc), or any party (birthday, engagement, bridal shower, etc). 

The following services are available:

General Inspiration Board - Good with decorating, but don't have the time this think of an overall direction or theme? Just moved into a new place and don't know where to begin?  This service will allow us to work together and I will provide you with a board to get the ideas flowing and put you in the right direction!

     Pricing starts at $50 per room / $75 for entire house (general theme)

Tablescapes - Hosting a party and want a gorgeous table?  I will put together the perfect tablescape for you and your party.  Here the options are limitless - from simple to extravagant, kids parties to elegant dinner parties a perfect table sets the stage

     Pricing starts at $40 for theme and general idea / starts at $100 for entire table from linens and place settings to flowers and decor (in-between options are also available)

Full-Service Holiday Decorating - This option will provide you with an entire decorating plan.  We will start with a theme and overall direction and continue to the end result.  I will provide you with a shopping list, layout and full plan to execute.  

     Pricing starts at $75 for smaller rooms (entryways, kitchens) / $135 for larger rooms (living or family rooms) / $175 for entire house

General Holiday Decorating Questions - Don't need anything as in-depth as the above?  Have a question (or two!) about what to put on your mantel or what color linens to use (just to name a few)?  I'll answer any questions you have to holiday/party decorating!

     Pricing $10/question

E-mail me at lindseyanneinteriors@gmail.com to get started! 

my colors of the moment - green + indigo

While flipping through all of my interior design magazines, I've noticed some great color trend continuing.  We saw a lot of bold greens in the Spring and I see them moving forward as well as indigo being all over the place (so excited about this..indigo on furniture is simply amazing - more on that soon!).  These are some of my top picks for home accents in these colors!

Capel Rugs Serpentine Dark Green Wool Rug / 9 square clover 18" pillow 

THOMAS K LIBBY - Stangl Pottery Large Vase / Benjamin Industrial Pendant

 Robert Abbey Mary McDonald Santorini Stripes Accent Lamp / Gelato Frames - Indigo

Kingston 20 Pillow / Oilo - Solid Cobalt Large Cylinder Light

loving lately - industrial accents

I've been a fan of the industrial trend in interior design for a while now!  Adding in the worn metal and antiqued brass finishes are a great way to add a new element to a space.  While the metal can feel cool, the finishes help to warm it up.  Most people are hesitant to decorate their entire room with the industrial trend, or even invest in large pieces, so choosing accents can perfect to get your feet wet.  I'm loving these pieces below and would love to incorporate them into a room!

Industrial Accents

Industrial Metal Office Storage Collection / Libra Antiqued Brass Finish Union Drum Stool
Early Industrial Ergonomic Riveted Steel Chair at 1stdibs / Mason Jars /
Lazy Susan Fortress Drums Set of 2 / Industrial Pendant Mercury

I'm linking up with Niki at Glossy Blonde for loving lately -

west elm fall bedroom inspiration

I always get excited for West Elm's new arrivals!  I pulled together some of my favorites pieces from the new collection to create a bedroom inspiration board perfect for the fall!

panel tufted headboard / dip-dye duvet cover / sandstorm crewel pillow covers

parsons end table /parsons floor mirror / marine breynaert table lamp  

cable knit printed cotton dhurrie / emmerson dresser

color coordinated

Happy Saturday!  On my agenda today?  Color coordinating my closet! 

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one kings lane picks

I could spend all day on One Kings Lane scouring the sales for new home decor items for myself, clients, friends and family, anyone that will let me shop for them!  
These products are all on my radar right now.

snake chain pillow / stacking elm boxes (set of 3) / vogue 4-light chandelier

hammered copper trays (set of 3) / sea sponges pillow / logo rug, cocoa

Here are my favorite shops right now on One Kings Lane -

DwellStudio - their gorgeous fall collection!  I love all the patterns.

Picks Under $50 - Need I say more?  Great deals!

The Dramatic Wall - Great pieces to transform any wall.

Not a member yet?  Here's an invitation for you to join - you'll love it, trust me!

Do you use One Kings Lane regularly like I do?  What have your scored lately?

Happy shopping!!

a pretty home office

The color combination in this home office is beautiful - violet, grey and gold.

Gold accents and the bold purple chair are the perfect accessories against the light violet/grey wall color.  

Traditional Home Office design by Minneapolis Interior Designer LiLu Interiors

master bedroom e-decorating board

Happy Tuesday!  I hope everyone enjoyed their long weekend! A special shout-out to all the teachers (and kids!) going back to school today (hi mom!).

I've been busy with a lot of e-decorating work lately and wanted to start sharing some boards with you!

A client contacted me to help put together a new master bedroom for her.  We started from scratch on this one, having to buy everything in the room.
My client asked to mix different wood tones, keeping most of the room neutral with a pop.

Here is the finished product!

In respect of my client, I keep all my sources private.  If you would like to know where something is from, just send me an e-mail!

Need help adding the final touches on a room?  Does your room need a complete makeover?  Take a look at my services page and send me an e-mail to lindseyanneinteriors@gmail.com to get started!