Monday Inspirations...

While browsing the internet recently I went over and checked out Decor 8. She was talking about some trends in European decor she's been noticing all over the place. They've been making their mark here as well and actually have been around for a while now. Some of my faves were the industrial lighting (of course), the reclaimed wood trend (think big chunky dining tables) and the handsome, sturdy, Tolix chair. I like industrial designs alot, especially when it's incorporated into a home that balances the coldness with warm,fluffy textures and greenery. Check out some other posts I've done with Industrial design in mind.

The Tolix chairs are my fave of the group. The metal finish works well in a kid friendly environment where food tends to "fly" and they come in so many colors its hard to choose! Here's a few examples and were to shop for the look...

via the Style Files blog

Industrial Lighting and chunky wood tables seen here are from: Sundance

Tolix chairs are from: Antiquaire-click here for more Industrial finds from this great store!

other retailers with designs like these include: Pottery Barn, DWR, the Conran Shop

MONDAY INSPIRATIONS...THE GREAT OUTDOORS VOL I...HAVE A SEAT

Finally it warmed up a little outside and we were able to think about all the things there is to do outdoors! My husband got the patio furniture out this weekend and we cleaned the yard of debris-it felt great! I love outdoor entertaining and my youngsters love to run around and play all day long-so it's really nice to have a pretty space to hang out . So this week it's all about the Great Outdoors and my Monday Inspirations in particular are all about the seating selection. This collection of lovelies show us that we do not have to buy outdoor patio sets at Walmart and Home Depot. Have a look at the modern outdoor chairs that are making me swoon....

hope you like....

1. Poppystar armchair by Sergis
2. Re-trove armchair by Emu
3. Pantone folding outdoor chair by Seletti
4. Branch chair by Choro
5. Breeze armchair by Sergis
6. Chips chair by MYYOUR
7. Aria armchair by La Palma
8. Hee chair by Hay
9. Ivy chair by Emu
10 Pattern chair by Emu
11 Lisboa chair by Serralunga
12 Sixties Low by Fermob
13 Victoria opaque Ghost chair by Kartell
14 Luxembourg chair by Fermob
15 Luxembourg armchair by Fermob

SEE YOU TOMORROW FOR ANYTHING GOES TUESDAY....