Tile Backsplashes

I love finding new ways to use tile in back splashes. These examples show how you can create patterns with different tiles, in texture and color, and by using shapes to create an interesting new look.

Iceberg via Evit.

Croma Design via Style at Home


Heath Ovals via Ann Sacks Tile


Subway tiles, via Country Living


via ABK

Angela Adams Quilts...

I am loving the angela adams modern comfort line of quilts that are now available at Macy's! There are four unique designs; Nordic, Sand Dollar, Max, and Ninna. Each display a distinctive color palette and modern patterns. All of these are sold exclusively in Macy’s stores and on Macys.com. Quilt sets are 100% cotton and the prices range from $29.99 - $200.00.

The Flowers

Wanted to share some photos of the flower arrangements I did this past weekend for the Interior Designer's of Idaho Chair Affair event. The event itself was a lot of fun, and I hope to share more pictures in the coming weeks.

We had a total of 42 entries, and 90 cup chairs for the event... and it was well attended. There was also this great article written by the Boise Weekly the week of the event.

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by Ben Heine

Sorry for being MIA the past couple of days...I am very busy, and can't wait to get back to share my inspiration. Right now I am in the process of finishing up a large Healthcare project, as well as putting the finishing touches on the Chair Affair event next week. Hope you are having a lovely week, see you very soon!

idi | Re:Use Cup Challenge

This is a great way to be creative and win some $$$. (sponsored by InterfaceFLOR) Entries are due on the 16th of April. And there is an Adult and Youth category! Attend the Chair Affair Gala, and see the Cup chairs on display as well as full sized entries!

We are also raffling off these two items, the Giclee Kiss Table Lamp donated by Stacy Garcia Inc. (shade color may vary) and the Eames Plywood Chair by Office Pavilion, tickets will be sold to attendees of the Lecture /Trade Show on Friday and the Gala on Saturday.

Society 6 & UO

Now you can buy art from international artists of Society 6, through the Urban Outfitters site. You can get art prints, laptop skins, and ipod/iphone skins. Very cool idea!

Luis Barragán

Towers of the Ciudad Satélite

Fuente de los Amantes



Luis Barragán House and Studio (Tacubaya, Mexico City)

Luis Barragán House and Studio (Tacubaya, Mexico City)

One of my favorite architects throughout college until now is Luis Barragán (1902-1988), he created minimalist architecture but broke the rules by using vibrant colors to enhance the forms within space. His work is very different from the other architecture in Mexico City, as it creates a mood and statement through bold design.

Bailey Doesn't Bark

Can't get enough of these lovely housewares and paper goods from Re Jin of Bailey Doesn't Bark. I would love to have one of those cute teacups for my home. Check out the items she does have for sale in her shop, and you can also check out her etsy.

Art+Illustration | David Huyck

I recently came across David Huyck of Cloudy Co., and I love they way he uses vintage art and comics to influence his work. And he lives in Moscow Idaho...way cool! You can buy his products here, and you can follow along on twitter.

Saturday Songs | Björk

I'm a huge Björk fan... so I thought I would share one of my favorite songs she has ever produced, Army of Me via Post. I would say my other favorite album of hers is Homogenic... it always puts me in a creative mood. Check out more of Björk's very interesting videos here.

Way Cool Products | Modwalls

Looking for your perfect blend of color in the tile on your backplash or wall? Modwalls is a great company with a custom blend service as well as many other products to fit a wide range of projects. I would love to tile my kitchen with the brightly colored penny rounds or to use some recycled glass in my bathroom. Their products range in price, but are very comparable to other manufacturers.

Extra Busy...

Alkmaar, North-Holland, Netherlands, Allard One

I will be short but sweet today...

Check out this fun desktop calendar.

And these lovely Pendant lights from Rian Rae.

Become a DJ and start adding songs here.

A fun green giveaway.