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Martha Stewart Living

I think one of the most popular new year's resolutions is to get more organized. I am no exception, although I don't like to say its a resolution, because it psychs me out...I call it a goal for the year. Currently, I am working on making a spare room a full-fledged office, for my work. Up until now, I have been working mostly from a desk. My goal now is to have a beautiful, creative, and organized space.
I.D. magazine and Martha Stewart Living have some great examples of some very creative work spaces. Not all are incredibly organized, but they serve as a source of inspiration for the people who work in them. There is a lot to be said for spaces that have "a place for everything and everything in its place," but its important to make your space creative and fun too. I love an office that shows the owners personality.
Well, I am working on making an inspiring place for myself and I hope to post it soon.

Strolling through the blog universe yesterday, I stumbled upon Camilla Engman's blog and Flikr site. Camilla's sites journal her work, home and travels. Above is a picture titled "Chocolate Bar". I don't know anything else about it, except that it looks and sounds like a place I need to be.

In "Corner's of my Home" Camilla shares pics of her stylish and relaxing home. Even the dog is highly fashionable! This home has such a beautiful color palette...very soothing, yet fun.

I also collected pics of Camilla's work on my NEW blog. Its called "Carolina's Random Thoughts." I think the title says it all, basically any crazy thing that pops into my head, I will post there. I'm planning on posting my personal random photos, artists, music, ....etc. Check it out, if you would like.

Jaime Hayon is a Spanish designer who can really be called a "Renaissance man". His recent redesign of La Terraza del Casino restaurant, in Madrid, embodies his talent for bringing art into interior design. I love the artistic touches, such as the figure sitting on the edge of the small wall cabinet, and the placement of dishes on the ceiling.

Hayon doesn't restrict his creativity to just interiors, he designs everything from furniture, bath fixtures, toys, and artistic installations. Admittedly, his look is probably not for everyone, but I love his exuberance and whimsy. Like his fellow Spaniards, Picasso and Gaudi, Hayon's designs are not hindered by strict functionality.

Have you ever read something that felt like someone pulled the thoughts out of your head and wrote them down while you weren't watching. That's how I felt while reading this article from Decor8. It is debating what to title a design style that includes vintage, modern, handmade, flea market finds, art.....etc. Basically, my favorite style. The funny thing is that I have had the same debate in my head for almost a year now. I've been trying to give a nice little title to the look I love to work with. The best I came up with was "Bohemian Minimalism". I'm thinking I like Boho Modern. Anyway, I think the Decor8 article explains this concept much better than I do.

Whenever I travel home I am reminded how much I love the Southwest landscape. I am also reminded of one of my ultimate dreams...to have a home in Santa Fe. Ahhhhh, what a wonderful place. Here is a kitchen in Santa Fe, designed by Houston's Shabby Slips. Photo from Western Interiors magazine (one of my new favorites).

I'm back! I spent the last week in my hometown of Amarillo, TX. Its interesting to go back to your childhood surroundings, on the eve of a new year. As I was preparing to begin this new year, I was looking back at the person I used to be. I realize how grateful I am for the life I have been blessed with. (I have no idea why I am being so philosophical). Anyway, I am trying to get back into my routine, so thanks to everyone for being patient with me during my absence.