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So ya'll know that I'm a featured design expert for Baby Café.  In celebration for their new brand launch as Baby Café, they have sponsored a Summer Mega series of baby giveaways these last few weeks--worth over $3,500.  (In fact, check out the Giveaway #3 for the DaVinci Crib Here)

This weekend, the Baby Café Mega MegaGiveaway is on the Reuter's Sign in New York's Time Square.  This is a 7,400 square foot digital billboard.  How exciting! 

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Home Office Makeover Update

I thought it was time I give ya'll progress on one of the projects I've been working on.  Several weeks ago, my friend Lucy asked me to help her update her home office before starting her new job.  She wanted a major face lift that would inspire her and make her happy while doing her new power job from home.  Of course, I immediately looked to my design crush, Maria Barros, for inspiration.   Lucy took one look at the fabulous Portuguese designer's work and agreed that this would be our inspiration for the job. 

We wanted a light blue palette on the walls with white office essentials accessorized with bright cheery pops of color. 

I created this design board and we were off! 

 The original room color was a dark dusty blue color and required a primer before we painted the room with HGTV's Sherwin William's Lauren's Surprise in Flat.    You can recall the original post where I showed us painting the room...

AFTER:  A much lighter base for the room!

Here is another photo of the room "before."  It was decorated in very earthy tones with neutral colors.  (There's my Vivster...she's been a tremendous design expert on this project). 

Previously, the desk was positioned by the window.  Lucy has a guest bed in the room for her occasional weekend guests.  I reconsidered the layout and thought it may be nice to position the bed against the window (as a daybed) and put the new desk across the room facing the window looking out. 

Here's a shot of the room after the painting was done before we'd found any of the bedding.  It definitely is lighter in the room even with the old bedding.   We also painted all of the wood trim to white--this gave the room an immediate face lift! 

Pictured below is the vintage flower painting that Lucy's parent's have had in the family for years!  I was determined to find a place in the room for that!  I instantly fell in love with it when I spotted it sitting in Lucy's unfinished basement!  It's to die for...It has so much character and you just can't find that in artwork that is purchased *new* from a store. 

 

Another BEFORE shot of the room before we got our hands on it.  Originally we considered repurposing Lucy's "Mork and Mindy" egg chair (I'm dating myself) but in the end...this white egg chair got the boot and got replaced by an excellent Lucite Louis Armless Chair that Lucy scored for a steal (more on that later). 

The pink dots indicate our plans for the room....

I was shopping in Home Goods one day and came across this bedding...it was fun and cheery and had our colors in it.  I loved it instantly and wanted it for my own (which is a "test" I use to gauge my confidence level with how something will work in a room.  ha.  Corny, I know.  But if I *really* want something for myself, then I feel confident enough to give it as a gift or buy it for someone else.

In fact, I scoured all of Home Goods that day and here's a glimpse of some of my findings.  Ikat, Chevron, basket weave, colors, guest towels, storage baskets, throw pillows, duvets, trash baskets, you name it...I bought it! 

And here is a little peak into how we're coming along with the room! 
Better photos and more styling and a better finished product to follow....This snapshot just gives you an idea of the path that we're on!  We've got to tend to some finishing touches and details so don't judge!!! 

 

 

And this is definitely still in progress...chords are showing, lamp shade liners are pointing the wrong way and book shelves aren't styled.  But you can see an idea of where this is going. 

I will share product sources in the final room reveal!  We've been so resourceful in this room remodel and have managed to find these items on a great budget.  Many of the items are from Home Goods or Overstock and they're less money than you can imagine!   (Course I can say that because it's not *my* money)! 

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Giveaway #3: DaVinci Kalani Crib + Vivid Hue's Nursery Styling

 Today is the day for Giveaway #3!  DaVinci Kalani Crib in Espresso ($309 value)-

And it's also Vivid Hue Home's turn to style the baby nursery.  I went with a Miami Flamingo sort of vibe.  Of course lots of color and pop! 

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Here’s where to find these cool things. 
Sources:
Davinci Kalani in Espresso here | Empire Rocker by Nurseryworks here | Babyletto Hudson Changer here  Pink Leopard Lumbar Pillow Furbish Studio here  | Stuffed Toy from Anthropologie here  |  Soraya Curtains here  |  Landon Bahaman Sea Blue Chandelier Stray Dog Designs from Zinc Door here |  Surya Frontier Casablanca Bright Green Rug from Layla Grayce here  | Sugarboo Designs Little Print Hello Beauty Full here  | Maria Barros Miami Addiction Pink Flamingo Wallpaper from Maria Barros here | Little House Crib Bedding Pink Ikat Layla Grayce here

Home Office Makeover

My friend Lucy recently asked if I'd help her redesign her home office before she starts her new job.  As ya'll know, I'm not a trained designer by profession but I jumped at the opportunity to design a room on someone else's dime!  Miss Lucy started with an Earth tone palette and wanted something a bit cheerier.  I have earned a bit of a reputation for being "color loving" and so when someone wants to add a pop of color to their space, I'm the person for the job!  (Samples of my color lovin in my own home...turquoise sunroom, Kelly green mudroom, ocean blue office, yellow and pink master ). 

This week, we have tackled the painting of the office so I thought I'd share that progress.
Here's where we started.  The room was a dark dusty blue with wood molding.  Definitely needed a primer. 

 

 

And here are the photos after our day 1 of painting.  We painted the room HGTV's Sherwin William's Lauren's Surprise in Flat.   We used a prime white satin finish on the baseboards and molding.  The paint alone immediately transformed the room into a cheerier and happier place. 

Here are the after photos. 

The floral oil painting is a 1970's vintage that Lucy's parents purchased in the Hamptons.  I spotted it hiding in her basement and immediately fell in love with it!  I'm not sure if there will be a place for it in the finished office but I'm sure going to try to factor it in.  I love it! 

We're using my ultimate favorite design crush as our inspiration for this room remodel, the Portuguese designer Ms. Maria Barros.  It's going to be hard to top Maria's designs but she is the inspiration.  Regular followers will also notice Jennifer's artwork from The Pink Pagoda...yes, hoping for a place in the room for her fabulous artwork (more can be found on etsy here).  Here's my mood board for the room. 




I'll be sharing more updates as we progress on the room.  We've got the rug in the room already (from Overstock.com).   The X Writing Desk is on it's way!  The Hot Pink Pom Pom Throw is from One King's Lane and will be a great pop of color for an accessory.   This room also acts as an occasional guest bedroom so there is a twin bed in here.  We're looking for bedding and coordinating chevrons. 

This is so much fun.

And remember the guest bedroom that I started painting in HGTV's Sherwin William's Loyalty Blue?  Yes, I've still got that iron in the fire...The room is 95% complete.  I just have some trim work to finish and then I'll post update photos of that room.  The smurfiness has toned down a bit and I am loving the deep jewel tone. 


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Maria Barros en Vogue

 
I have a theory that it's possible to guess how a person decorates their home based upon the way they dress and accessorize themselves. 

Take me, for example...today I am wearing green skinny jeans with a navy buffalo check shirt, an orange cardigan with a navy scarf that has white "kisses" all over it and leopard print shoes.  In other words, I'm not one to shy away from mixing colors and patterns and prints in my dress style  and the same transcends in how I decorate my home. 

Likewise, if a designer has stellar design skills, I would assume that they're probably a pretty savvy dresser.  Yes, I'll admit this topic is going to fall on the "shallow side" for some and I'm making a huge generalization.  Hey, it's all meant in good fun and it's merely based on an observation I've made throughout the years. 

 

Well it turns out, my theory is validated once again with one of my most favorite interior designers, Maria Barros.  It's no secret that I am absolutely in love with Maria Barros and her interior design style (more of Maria here  and here and here) . 

 

Her rooms are so cheerful and fun.  They are so fresh and crisp with a resort-like elegance.   Take a look at Maria's wardrobe style below and you'll find that her personal dress has the same touch of sophisticated, happy chicness.  (BTW, Maria documents her outfits on her instagram almost daily, which provides a fun view into her world!).     I origionally spotted a wonderful view into Maria's closet from Mia Relo'gio's blog on a post called "Maria Barros @ True Inspiration" *

*Mia is a super cool portuguese blogger...check out more here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Maria, Vivid Hue Home just loves you!
 
Visit Maria's online retail store here. 

Visit Maria's facebook page here. 

Visit Maria's blog. 

What are your thoughts fashion and decor?  Do you notice that your dress and home styles tend to mirror one another?  If you are conservative in how you dress, are you also more hesitant to take risks in your decorating?  Do you tend to be preppy or traditional or daring or trend-setting?   What would you call your decorating and dress style?    Heather | Vivid Hue Home

Maria Barros- Rio Wallpaper

It's no secret that I have a design crush on Maria Barros! 
Remember her fabulous room designs from here and here? 
Maria is an interior designer from Portugal.  Her designs are to die for.  Really. 
 

from Maria Barros facebook

 

 
Turns out she's lovin the wallpaper craze too!  Check out this print from Maria's own wallpaper collection.  It's called Rio.  From her Tropical Bliss Collection.  Maria posted it on her facebook page.  You can check it out in more detail here. 

It reminds me of my Meg Braff mudroom in kelly green!  I love a wallpaper that makes a bold statement! 
 
Go to Maria Barros Design de Interior Facebook or Pinterest for more awesome photos of her work.   You will not be disappointed! 
 
xoxoxo

Heather from Vivid Hue Home 


 
 

More of Maria Barros

Recall the breath-taking designs by Maria Barros yesterday.  I'm back today to share more.  There are just too many wonderful photos I had to share.  Loving the grey trellis wallpaper in the first photo.  And the continued use of the covering on the ceiling is brilliant (I'm all about treating the ceiling with love, more of that here).   Maria uses a lot of color with an unexpected mix of patterns (e.g., zebra with hexagons).  But I absolutely love it.  She finds the perfect balance and mix in her designs.  It's certainly not for everyone...but it's definitely right up my alley!  Also love the primary colors used in the second room.  The wallpaper's bold stripes, the crisp white sofa and dining table with pops of strong colors.  Love love love!!! 

(All photos here are courtesy of DesignRulz)

What are your thoughts about Maria Barros' style?  Could you see her design in YOUR home?  Or is it too much for you? 

Did you see the other post about Maria?  Look here.