Friday Crush

photo Christopher Baker via House Beautiful

A shot from the dining room that goes with the living room from my tortoise tumblers* post; design by Markham Roberts. Lacquered green walls, blanc de chine figurines, pops of turquoise and coral...and I love the symmetry.

What are you up to this weekend? Any design adventures planned?

I'm venturing to a fabric shop on Saturday morning that I have not been to yet - I'm telling myself that it will be my last foray into fabrics for the living room and then I need to make some decisions. I'll let you know if I score any loot.

Happy weekend, friends. See you Monday.

UPDATE: For locals, if you peek at the comments below, reader Style Redux 2 makes a great recommendation for this weekend - the DC Big Flea is once again taking place. Also, I remembered that Chartreuse and Co. in Frederick, MD is opening its doors every weekend starting this weekend through Dec. 13. Two great decor destinations if you're looking for something fun in the DC area this weekend!

*Did I tell you that I'm now the proud owner of my own set of fab tortoise tumblers? Courtesy of my best friend Margaret (and her husband Tyler) for my bday. Thanks Margie :)

Friday Crush

photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Peacock walls. Yes, please.

This room is brought to you by NYC-based Markham Roberts. I have a note to self to peruse his portfolio as twice this week I have come across his work (he was the designer behind the lacquered green dining room featuring the tortoise tumblers) and enjoyed it.

What strikes me most about the room above is the genius blend of masculine and feminine. The rich wall tone, the dark floor and that beautiful club chair are warm and masculine; but the flowers, accessories, moldings are all lovely feminine touches...and the statement mirror is somewhere inbetween. Creating a gender neutral space can be quite the challenge.

We've got big plans this weekend. We'll be hosting our 3rd Annual Lowcountry Boil - an affair with a big pot of shrimp/corn/sausage/potatoes, drinks, good friends and lovely weather. We have yet to host our friends for an event at the AO House, so we're excited to open our doors and fill this place with those we care about. Last minute prep is underway...

I hope you have a fab weekend. Don't forget to tell me about any design adventures you have...

See you Monday!