Nookie.

Inspiration for today?
Nooks.
I want to just curl up in either of these nooks, pull the curtain and/or shut the doors, and curl up with a good book.
Perfection.

[from: Elements of Style]

Shed Series: And so it begins...

Yes, and so it begins. I have finally been able to pull together all of the shed photos - from before, during, and after. While there aren't as many "before" images as I would like, hopefully the ones I do have will give you all the sense of what the shed once looked like and what it has since become.

I plan on going room by room (don't worry, it is small so it won't take too long) with my posts.

So, let's get started - welcome to 586.5 West Pacific in Telluride, Colorado.

Here is the shed from the first day we had an opportunity to visit. The sign on the front side is to indicate that this shed will be reviewed by our local HARC (Historic Architectural Review Commission) Board. The lot the shed sits on will, one day, get developed. Since Telluride is a historic district, this means that there is a volunteer board that reviews all development plans within the town to ensure their compliance with prescribed guidelines in order to maintain Telluride's historic character.

This shed is a "protected" building within the town's historic guidelines. Probably built near the turn of the last century, this means that this shed cannot be altered. The shed adds to the historic character of the town in that Telluride has a mix of high Victorian homes, railroad warehouse buildings, small miner cabins, and many sheds. These sheds must maintain their rough exteriors, cannot be added onto, and may not be moved from their original locations.

The shed went before the HARC board as the front house on the lot will be renovated and the middle (now open) portion of the lot will be developed - as an addition to the front house. The shed will remain exactly where it is and how it looks.

Here is the happy little house. All 491 sq ft.

The shed is covered in a plethora of materials like rough hewn boards and various types of metal siding - in both vertical and horizontal configurations.

This is the view from the shed - lots of big condos in the area.

MCB wasn't digging the taupe colored front door.

So, it is now green.

Here is the front door on a recent snowy day. We are now on the hunt for some cool "numbers" to put on the front door. Maybe a stencil? Maybe some nail on metal type numbers? Who knows.

Also, I want to note this now - with two dogs between us, you will find dogs creeping into many of the images. Cannot be helped. Woof.

There is a little patio type area out front of the shed. Right now it houses bikes - MCB's townie and the tandem (aka. USS Montana).

So, welcome to the shed. It is cute, it is cozy, and I cannot wait to show you around.

Love List...

Happy Monday. A little romance to start off your week. Make a list for someone you love today.

PS. Of course I would nerd out over an architect's love list.

[from: Abbey Goes Design Scouting]

It's Friday, Friday...

So, I know I said I haven't been inspired by much out in blogland lately. Well, maybe that was a bit harsh. Cause obviously, I have found some things here that I am digging. So get ready for some fun, fun, fun (I know, lame Rebecca Black reference) for your eyes.

Happy Friday!

Loving this antique brass roundup. Warm. Inviting. Classic.


I could eat here.


Everything about this kitchen is dreamy. Love Love Love.


Maps + Flowers? Sold.


This wants to be in my belly.


I know. Weird. I like it.


The pink walls might be a bit much for me, but everything else - awesome.


And quite possibly my most favorite thing as seen on the interwebs this week.
LOVE.

Things I Am Loving (Friday Edition)...

Loving this collection of doors.

I just want to sit and be still. Here would be lovely.
[from: A Cup of Jo]

I want a collection of Turkish Bath Towels. Badly.

Loving every single piece that sfgirlbybay is taking with her to Paris.
I wish I were cool enough to dress like a Parisian.

I so want this to be true.
[from: that's happy]

I need to spend time at this pool. Or any pool for that matter, but this one is pretty dreamy.

Ridiculously excited for the Tour de France to start this weekend. I am seriously obsessed.
[from: CrowBiz]

Happy Weekend. Sorry for the lack of posts lately, life has been busy. 2/3 of us Blog Girls are getting together this coming week - I am sure fun posts will follow. YAY!

before & after

A great before and after shot of the architecture offices across from our lofts.  

above = before : below = after

 

[Rob Paulus architects - 990 Offices]

Simply Brilliant

No really. This is just too much. The Architectural Historian in me is dying over this set of dishes. Honestly, words escape me. The "floors" of each of these "buildings" are actually all pieces of dinnerware - inspired by Florentine Renaissance homes. Stacked dinnerware that doesn't look like tableware when not in use? Seriously. Brilliant. Love. Swoon. Amazing.

Find more options here. Woah.

House Envy Tour

This weekend I hope to check out the AIA Tucson Home Tour which will have 5 homes from the Modern 50 MAPP series (check out more photos here), urban infill homes and reuse projects. 

Welcome to Miami

I am super excited to go to Miami in May for my friend Helena's wedding.  I have never been - but can't wait to check out the Miami architecture, food, people, etc.

We will be staying @ this cute looking hotel in South Beach.

I have already mentally packed my bags.  Here is my everyday outfit wishlist: 

 

1. Old Navy Dress 2. Ray Ban Aviators 3. Tori Burch shoes

My big question is - what should I wear to the wedding?  It is evening attire.  Scott wants to wear a white suit.  Can a guy wear a white suit to a wedding (or can only the bride be in white)?

Banana Republic suit

Mirror, Mirror...

I would probably floss more if I had a bathroom like this - just as an excuse to spend more time at this lovely sink. Bright, white, clean.

One thing though, it is just me or is it strange that in a bathroom with so much white (mirror, trim, sink, etc) that they would use an almond color switch plate? Honestly.

[image: This is Glamorous]

Lesson Learned

Isn't it amazing what good photography can do for a room?
I realize I need a better camera and need to remember the lessons taught here.
Amazing.

All I want for Christmas

So - I know it is a bit greedy to want so much, but here are a few things I am dreaming of for this Christmas. What are you all asking Santa for this year?

Personalized Stationary from Pink Loves Brown

Patagonia Vest in Bitter Chocolate

NYC in a Bag from MoMA Store

Nesting Bowls from The Conran Shop - space saving & lovely

Glass Vase from Brook Farm General Store

Frye Campus Boots

Anything from Emersonmade - I absolutely L-O-V-E every single thing here

Divine Twine!

Mechanic's Beacon Light from Anthropologie