Around Chicago: Kara Mann {for Goop in Chicago}
June 18, 2015 |
| Kara Mann for Goop in Chicago |
in the home we're buying to gain a
clearer sense of a design/style direction.
Feeling all kinds of nerves about
so many decisions to make
and stretching the tight budget
I have granted myself.
For example, the house has an open stringer staircase
you typically see in modern design
paired with cheap looking traditional balusters.
I'm trying to think of it as 'beachy.'
I could easily blow the whole budget
just re-doing those stairs!
*insert G.W. Bush accent* NAH GUN DO IT.
LAY ON THE DESIGN ADVICE, S'IL VOUS PLAIT.
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| Kara Mann for Goop in Chicago |
Back to pleasantville!
While busy/insane with the move, Gwyneth Paltrow
came to town for a Goop pop-up shop thing at
my favorite Chicago hotel, the Waldorf Astoria.
and the mix was thrillingly interesting
with its minimalistic sophistication
and unexpected artworks.
A simple monochromatic shelf installation
like the above could be applied in all sorts of spaces.
There is something so fresh about combining urban
rustic elements with organic ones to achieve a
very modern airy feel, and even though this is a
styled space for GOOP, I am seeing this
Scandi-flavored mix reflected all over
the place in current kitchen design.
Good gracious, I love the tone of this table!
Gwynie and Goop have flown the coop, but
if you find yourself in the Windy City,
headed soon to visit the Elysian Spa!
Peace to you right where you are.
18 comments
I am trying to look at the B word as an opportunity to become more creative. ;)
ReplyDeleteThe B word can cramp our style, but it will never get us down!! I know you will do wonderful things in your new home. One step at a time, just like I am in our new home. How lucky are we to experience yet another new journey in our lives? xoxo
very fortunate! esp since our men have agreed to go for the ride! xox
DeleteHi Michele,
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear that the new house is soon going to have you inspiring it. I know what ever you do to it , it will be amazing. Just remember to let the house tell you what it wants to become, don't fight its vibe :)
Love all that natural washed woods, and shop.
Looking forward to more of what's to come of your cottage nestled in overgrowth beauty.
Xoxo
Dore
merci, dore. and thx for making our fixer upper sound romantic!
DeleteThis is so exciting Michele! It will all come together.. one decision, and then another. Spinning at this point is all part of the process:)
ReplyDeleteLOVE ALL the goodies that Gwen is showing here. I like her simplistic design esthetic and approach to health and wellness:)
oh how i wish i had been able to shop that shop! thanks for the encouragement, friend.
DeleteMichele, I'm on your guest list when your cottage home is all remodeled..... I hope you do another video with You dancing about in the new home.
ReplyDeleteXoxo
Dore
ha!
Deleteyou are welcome anytime, sweet dore. and the video will be dedicated to you.
Wow. I just can't take my eyes off that beautifully styled table. The colors. The shapes. loooove it. And as far as those stairs go I can definitely relate. Although yours are no comparison to the gothic style metal thingees with the cheap wood on top --those would be our stair railings--never fail, I slathered mine in white paint and I look away whenever I walk up stairs hahaha Who said denial doesn't work?
ReplyDeletehas escrow closed already? sounds like congratulations are in order!
xo
Leslie
the competition is on for ugly stairs, leslie! but does your gothic iron take center stage in your fixer upper? we close in a week so i'm trying to rest up for the long journey. thank you so much, friend.
DeleteLove. I live in Chicago and appreciate all the work you lovely designers do!
ReplyDeleteJane x
it's always a pleasure to hear from a fellow chicago girl! peace to you, blondie.
DeleteWish I could join you for a spa day at the Waldorf! Looks a fun time but mostly, a big congrats on buying a home! How exciting and how fun to start anew....a whole new chapter that you get to write:) I cannot wait to follow along and hear more, best of luck and hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeletei am so ready for the waldorf! just a couple more days and that lemon in the rough will be fully ours. i hope i don't lose my mind, tina! it certainly won't be boring. peace.
DeleteOh my yes, how gorgeous is this relaxed and serene palate. Michele I just know your new home will be surrounded in rustic appreciation and newly appreciated joys.
ReplyDeletexx,
Vera
thanks for your support, vera. i will try to remember your words as i am toiling outdoors in the jungle of weeds. :)
DeleteLove everything about it, Michele. Just gorgeous! I have to have that farm table.
ReplyDeleteTeresa
xoxo
I want the bike!!! The pictures present my idea of perfect interior design.
ReplyDeleteYour comments add to the beauty...thanks in advance for your kindness.