5 Beautiful Southern California Exteriors

July 27, 2016

Ward Jewell, an architecture firm in Southern California, creates stunning exteriors. Each home is unique and timeless and the firm has an incredible ability to design within many different styles. I am especially in love with the balance between each home’s exterior design and the outdoor landscaping and living space. It’s fun to consider the design for the interiors but for now let’s enjoy the beauty of these 5 Southern California exteriors.

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This Pennsylvania style farmhouse is stunning. I love how the playful striped pool chairs add a pop of color and contrast with the stately stone facade of this gorgeous Malibu home.

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The subtle details of this Spanish home in Pacific Palisades are beautiful. The tiled stairs, the quiet green trim work, and Saltillo tile patio lend authenticity to the style without overpowering the quaint home or the natural beauty of the Santa Monica Mountains.

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This stone and wood farmhouse in Brentwood Park is rustic and elegant. The reclaimed wood and idyllic gardens and orchards create a welcoming old-world feel. The house is designed with tall french doors that connect the inside to the beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces. I love how this design makes the most of California’s natural beauty.

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What a perfect classic white home. This charming home is meant to disguise its size so that it fits in with the cozy cottages of Santa Monica. I love the details: the traditional dormer windows, brick path, and white picket fence. Beautiful!

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I love the classic cedar-shingles on this beach home overlooking Coronado Bay in San Diego. The clean lines of the exterior and the pool are beautiful, as are the glass pained balconies that must make the most of incredible ocean views.

I’m drawn to many different styles of architecture. These homes designed by Ward Jewell are perfection with their attention to detail and inspiring landscapes. Hope that you loved them too. To see more of my favorite inspiring exteriors visit here. Have a wonderful day.

Xxo
Becki

Best of Mid-Week Deals

July 26, 2016

Right now there are some great summer deals to take advantage of. Pottery Barn is offering an extra %15 off all their outdoor furniture with code Outdoor15. There are some timeless pieces that will spruce up your patios and outdoor entertaining spaces. I found a beautiful wood bench and some seating with clean, modern lines. Plus, I found some throw pillows for great prices. Check out these mid-week deals below. Have a great day!

Xxo
Becki

Mid-week deals

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Mid-Week Deals

Choose from large Sunbrella umbrellas in many color options with an extra 15% off.
A timeless teak bench for a front porch, backyard or garden.
Stripe, fringe beach blanket.
A gray and white modern, floral outdoor pillow.
Rustic, modern wood outdoor lounge chair.
A lattice accent stool that comes in several colors. Great for resting cool drinks or magazines.
Gray and white tribal throw pillow.

Styling Tip: Gallery Walls

July 25, 2016

I love clean, minimal spaces, but not completely bare walls. One of my favorite ways to fill empty wall space is with a gallery wall. Gallery walls come in all shapes and sizes, but I like to extend my love of simplicity to my method for displaying art. Today’s styling tip is all about the use of gallery walls to make a fresh, beautiful statement in a room.

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I definitely believe when it comes to decorating, less is more. This kitchen nook is a great example of a space that originally felt heavy and crowded. By simplifying the space, removing cabinetry and a desk area it made it feel more open. A fresh coat of white paint gave it a bright new feel. After these renovations, I wanted to make the space feel complete but not cluttered. A gallery wall with 11″ square, black frames was the perfect fit for this space. It tied together the black accents in the room and added hints of color and personality from the photos. Now, not only does the kitchen nook feel updated but the photos bring a cheery feeling to the room, creating the perfect back drop for family meals. See more before and after photos and resources of the Olympic Way project here.

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A gallery wall project can seem overwhelming, but when I design them I don’t like to over complicate it. Consider keeping all the frames the same size, shape and color. In this family room I choose all white frames to blend with the overall design of the room and highlight the color in the photos. I love the way family photos bring life to a design. This house is home to a wonderful, happy family. It’s fun to display that feeling through the art on the walls. What may seem like a simple gallery wall becomes a priceless display. See the resources for this project here.

TIP: A modern gallery wall like this is a great way to fill a larger wall space. This is also a more affordable way to display a series of art or photos. When you are doing a grouping of photos, the spacing between the photos can be about 2 or more inches apart. The gallery wall in the master bedroom above is a good example of filling a whole wall space with art. Each photo is about 2″ apart. Now the bare wall has become a highlight in the space.

Below are some of my favorite frames to use to create gallery walls. Also for more tips on how to hang art you can visit my post on it here. I hope you have a great start to your week!

Xxo
Becki

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Weekend Home Sales

July 23, 2016

I found some great summer styles on sale this weekend. A few picks from the huge Pottery Barn sale going on. You can receive 20% off any one item with code: TAKE20 + 100’s of items are up to 70% off! Also, don’t miss the Nordstrom sale. A few items from the Anniversary Sale are included below. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Xxo
Becki

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This Week’s Favorite Finds – Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

July 22, 2016

This week’s favorite finds are celebrating the first day of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I picked few amazing items from the sale you won’t want to miss out on. Like my favorite fitting, Citizen of Humanity skinny jeans, the perfect pair of black booties and must have makeup. Plus, remember my picks from the early access sale, if you have been holding out, now you can purchase them before they sell out. See my favorite picks below. Have fun shopping the sale!

Xxo
Becki

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Opening Day Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Picks

A gorgeous coral and blush palette for a fresh-faced look, from Dior, limited edition with the sale.
I love the versatility and look of turkish towels. Use them as a beach blanket, or layer this one in a bathroom to add pretty color.
Hands down my favorite fitting skinny jeans. The perfect, flattering rise and just the right amount of distressing. These will be a great basic all year round.
A fun, black and white pom-pom pillow to brighten up a bedroom or lonely chair.
This bag resembles $2000 designer bags but for a fraction of the price. I love the brushed brown color and rocker/bohemian style of this handbag. A great everyday bag to dress up basic outfits.
If you are only buying one pair of shoes grab these black booties. Perfect for wearing with denim or to pair with dresses. They will take you through fall and winter and be in your closet for years to come.
I love this body lotion and it’s on sale for a great deal. It will last forever and leave your skin looking radiant and smooth. One of my must haves!
If you are looking for an affordable bag this is the perfect option. It will go with everything and looks expensive. This bucket bag has timeless style for under $50!!!
Grab these Stan Smith sneakers while they are on sale. Wear them with skinny jeans and tees or casual day dresses for a stylish, sporty look.
I love this nude Mac makeup kit. It’s all you need for pretty smoky eyes and full pretty lips. Create looks for day and night with this makeup combo under $40. An incredible value!