Luxe Library

A while back I posted a link to a gorgeous home office I planned to use as inspiration for our new home.  Well, in the time since then my husband has decided to create a home office above the garage; therefore eliminating my need for that space. I am not too upset about it though because I am realizing that the likelihood of me using that fancy home office was pretty slim.  I like most mommies, tend to hang in the kitchen when I am on the computer.  So, Ive decided to make the room more of an oasis from my little monsters.  A room that is completely grown up, as well as completely off limits from my children.  In my old age, (35 now) I am realizing that the rooms I once thought I would never use or want might just be the ones I like most.  Soooo, the new plan is a library! Yup. A library.  In a time where everyone is on an iPad or a kindle one might think that a library is complete nonsense.  But, speaking as a girl who has both the iPad and the kindle, I will always prefer a nice old fashioned paper book.  Plus, I LOVE the cozy feel a room filled with books provides!  Here are some pics of my new inspiration!!!

Did I mention we are building a house???

Its official!  My West Coast hubby is loving his new Hoosier lifestyle, so we are laying down roots and building a house!  I am completely giddy to begin the design process and I can't wait to share it with you!  Here are a few things I am in LOVE with!

Gorgeous!  Too bad I won't have quite the same view!

I have always adored the homey feel of a banquette!  So much so, that our builders have been informed to design a floor plan to accommodate one in my new kitchen! Its one of my few requirements! I love the look and color palette of this one! 

Cutest little home office!

Love the french doors and built ins!

The home office is one room that too often is far bigger than it needs to be.  Here are two ideas that utilize a smaller space and maximize style and efficiency!  I prefer the idea of the separate room with built-ins,  but would change it to have more of the look and feel of the cubby concept. 

Brilliant

How did I not know about this before???  Removable wall paper!! Fantastic!!!  I love the look of wallpaper, but having lived through an older home renovation I know the terror of taking it down.  Sherwin Williams makes a whole line, called EasyChange.   I actually like the idea of maybe wallpapering the aforementioned home office!  Small space with big, bold style!

my master closet must

I can't not tell you all the random places I keep my necklaces.  Some are in makeup bags, some are in dresser drawers, a few are actaully in a jewley box. All are disorganized and get tanlgeled and messy.  I found this genius idea on pinterest.com!  A curtain rod with shower hooks!!  So smart, and looks pretty cool too!  

Can't wait to keep collecting ideas!!