why this picture inspires me

Cover Photo Interior Design Magazine 11.11

Programming is underway for la finca minor (so named by my architect and nephew Forrest Kirkpatrick of forK design). While he is quick to keep me in line (let's understand what we can build and where on our 3 acre "farm" before we design furnishings) I still am looking for great concepts that tie to La Finca major without being BORING. If this image does not fit the initial bill nothing does... It's all about the tile ... And the color ....

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why not

I recently read a real book on real paper. I'm back into my library collection ... And am gathering interesting concepts for bookshelves. No, I don't have room for an infinity bookshelf but this one is cool.

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happy new year

Black eyed peas soaking. Tickets to Hitchcock downloaded. Reservations at Bosley on Brady confirmed. Wishing all a happy new year!

colors 2013

Old news for some of you, but if not, worth reading.  If you are thinking of a color makeover, get started here.

Shaping Up

What was a jungle is now a rustic park-like settingI've been remiss posting the second round of photos of La Finca.  My 12 day trip to Tucson in October was the usual designer bootcamp.  We filled 2 40 yard dumpsters during the landscape clean up, unpacked and placed furnishing and textiles throughout the house, etc. etc.  Up next is art, additional textiles and cool finds.  I'll post even more updated photos right after Thanksgiving!