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Design Perspective - Pursley Dixon Architecture

This Charlotte, North Caroline architectural firm has one of the most impressive portfolios I've seen in awhile.

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I had a hard time pulling myself away from these images.

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Just look at the marble detail on this island.

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Notice the ceiling in this bathroom - not to mention the full length mirrors and the marble/nickel sinks layered in front of the mirrors.

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Such a fabulous use of a narrow space.

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Talk about bringing it to the laundry room! Pairing a galvanized tub with a decadent tub faucet and floor to ceiling subway tiles - totally divine.

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Look at the wall to wall windows in that living space! If I had to live on a farm, this would be the ideal version of it for me.

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This image really intrigued me. The main kitchen wall is recessed into an alcove that has then been framed with thick trim. So clean, and walking a tight rope between modern and traditional. Just adore it.

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I realize this is not part of the architectural elements of the space, but I just love those skirted benches with that enormous island. Totally good stuff.

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Another interesting image - the architecture here is so breathtaking. Not a stitch of furniture needed to make this work!

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OK, I could go on and on with this one, but rather than copying their entire portfolio, click over to their website and check out all the offerings - Pursley Dixon Architecture.

Happy Monday! M.

On my mind - Groin Vaulted Ceilings

Lately, I've had these ceiling on the brain. They're called "groin vaulted ceilings"(try working that term in at a dinner party!), and the term relates to the intersection of two barrel vaults.

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Not sure why I've been noticing them as of late; but when I see one, they always stop me in my tracks.

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Look what goes into creating one from a construction standpoint. Wow.

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Such a lovely architectural feature.

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I love the repeating effect on this terrace.

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What are your thoughts on this type of ceiling? Do you like it or would you pass on it? M.

Design Perspective- Moroso Construction

Talk about a diverse portfolio. This San Francisco based company has created some of the most stunning spaces I've seen in awhile.

For more inspirational spaces, check out their website - Moroso Construction

Happy Monday! M.

What Shall I Wear Today?

At least that's what I would think if I lived here . . .

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I hope everybody has a wonderful weekend. Enjoy it! M.

Shipping Container Homes

Last year I found myself in the middle of a conversation between my Dad and older brother, Mark, about creating a hunting camp out of a couple of shipping container boxes. These are the containers semi-trucks carry on the interstate as they ship cargo across the country.

Now, my Dad and brother are huge hunters and love the idea of staying in the woods for days in what they call a "hunting camp." This is code for a "big boy fort" ~~with no girls allowed~~ and is fine by me [after all, I married a golfer]. Yet, during this discussion, I realized I was grimacing as they described how they would build this camp.

But, I came home and did some research and actually found that Mark was not so off base on his scheme. Although I doubt he had these structures in mind, they really made me reconsider how I approach new ideas on building design and green living. I think these are amazingly cool.