Inspirational Print

It's hard to narrow down what inspires me on a daily basis. There are so many amazing products, furniture, finishes and people out there today that are so fun and creative - I really can't pick just one! I keep a folder on my computer where I save inspirational images of spaces and 'things' I can turn to when I get that dreaded un-inspired feeling no designer ever wants to endure.

Looking through my file, I notice a common thread tucked away in sometimes very subtle ways in many of the images - zebra print.

I wouldn't consider myself a lover of wild animal prints, however, for whatever reason, when done in the right way, I LOVE zebra lately... I'm a sucker for a great zebra rug!

Here are a few of my favorite zebra accented spaces.

Enjoy!

Adrienne

What Inspires Me (Stephanie)?

As a designer I get to see lots of beautiful things every day...one of the perks of this career! From beautiful fabrics and wallpapers to amazing furniture and accessories...and really so much more. It is these beautiful things that I get to see on a day to day basis that truly inspire me as a designer.

What I want to share with all of you are the most recent things I've seen in new spring fabric/wallpaper collections and product shows...all of which are currently hanging above my desk on my inspiration board. It's a great place for me to look when I need a little creative

pick-me-up. And, for all you animal lovers out there, well you're in luck! The current theme of my inspiration board is all about animals!

Here are just a few of the amazing animal finds I've come across recently...

Osborne and Little

http://www.osborneandlittle.com/

Grand Tour Collection

Best In Show

Wallpaper

Keep it classic with black and white,

Elegant with the metallic tone on tone, or...

Mix it up with the blue and purple color way!

Great for adding personality and impact to any space of a dog lover!

Porta Romana Lighting
http://www.portaromana.co.uk/north-america/index.php

Giraffe Lamp
This stunning giraffe lamp will immediately give character to any space. Add an interesting piece like this to your foyer or living room and instantly create conversation.

Stray Dog Designs
http://www.straydogdesigns.com/

Bird Stool/Accent Table These darling pieces can act as a stool or table! Nestle one beside a favorite chair to hold your cup of tea and book. Or, tuck one (or even two) under a console table to add interest in an unused space and pull out and use as seating when entertaining.

Roost
http://www.roostco.com/about.html

Dachshund Oil & Vinegar and Salt and Pepper

Dachshund inspired kitchen and table accessories with fun and functionality built right in! The playfulness of these pieces will be sure to make anyone smile :)

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For those of you who would like to see what inspires a designer feel free to stop in to Crimson Design Group and check out my inspiration board!

What inspires Crimson Design

I have been blessed to work with an amazing team here at, Crimson Design Group. Everyday I count my blessings and the honor that I have to be surrounded with such peers and friends. I would love to have all of you get to know them better and find out what they are passionate about. I have asked all of the team members of Crimson Design to write and share what inspires them. This week we will be featuring each of them. Please stay tuned and find out more about what happens in our office everyday as we are working on so many fun projects.

Beachy Chic

Louie and I are taking a few days at the beach with some friends for some much needed rest and relaxation after a busy 3 months. I am struggling with feeling uninspired while working through personal struggles. So I am on a quest for inspiration to get my mojo back.

Image: Coastal living

Costa Rica

I find that traveling gives me the most creativity. Its the change of scenery, the smells, sites, and culture that I crave. Since I am at the beach I started browsing for some beachy interiors. Living in the midwest especially Columbus, a land locked city, I enjoy finding elements that you find at the shore and implementing them into our midwest homes.

Coastal LivingCoastal Living

Guatamala

Meg Ryan's beach home featured in Elle Decor

This coral color reminds me of things you find in the ocean.

House Beautiful

House Beautiful

House Beautiful

Blue glass tile always reminds me of water and the ocean. Chandelier by Currey & Co

House beautiful

House Beautiful

Photos from the new Traditional home digital magazine teaming with Lonny Magazine.

Lords South Beach Hotel designed by Dan Mazzarini at BHDM designs

Taking the Indoors Out

I think it's safe to say, spring is finally here! (maybe? please?!) As the weather warms, it's only natural to begin venturing outside more often for small gatherings, cookouts with friends and neighbors, pool lounging, and drinks on the back porch. Is your space ready?

sunset west

Outdoor "rooms" are a great way to expand your living space, especially if you don't have ample square footage indoors. They also give you the opportunity to have fun and go wild with colors, textures and lighting if you're too nervous to explore your creativity indoors.

house beautiful

house beautiful

house beautiful

house beautiful

Keep in mind not only what you see, but what you smell and hear as well. Plant interesting plants and beautiful flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Add soothing water elements for a relaxing space.

house beautiful

house beautiful

house beautiful

Lighting is key when the gatherings last through the night. Create interesting focal points with fun lanterns, spot lighting, and ground lighting.

These outdoor spaces have me inspired to redo mine just in time for all of our summer parties!

I am looking for new fresh recipes to kick off the celebrating of warm weather!!!

High Point Furniture Show

Its that time again for the 2011 Spring High Point Furniture Show. The High Point market is to home furnishings what New York fashion week is to the world of fashion. After the hard long winter my soul is needing some southern sunshine and design inspiration so I am especially excited to attend this year. High Point is a host to thousands of national and international guests. From emerging companies showing their brand new products to buyers scouting the latest and greatest design and furniture. This show is thee place to be for all lovers of interior design.

This one building is just one of the many that cater to 1000's of furniture makers, art, accessories, rugs, and the list goes on. I will be posting my favorite new trends and new pieces that will soon be hitting our 'Crimson' boutique in downtown Columbus.