Bar none....

So, all I want to say with this image is;
Is Monday too early in the week?? :)

I love the Not-to-Serious vibe; m&m's, candy colored ping pong balls and bats... this looks like a fun party! I will be attending an 80th birthday party next Saturday... it's a pool party!
Hmmmm, not exactly sure what to think about that, but I will show up, just so I can let you all know what happened... ;)

Natasha

Image via Ivy & Piper

TGIF!!

Gorgeous, girly, pretty and super beautiful Venetian mirror.... I just couldn't help it, I had to show one more image from the new High Gloss Magazine, it's so full of good ideas and pretty interiors! These peach-y colors are usually not me, but really.... HOW PRETTY!!

Natasha

Image via HGM

Shopping: Bal Harbour, Miami

There is a place where the stores are exclusive, the people watching is world class and the inspiration is abundant... It's one of my favorite spots to spend an afternoon!

You can shop till your hearts content, but what I love the most is the atmosphere!! Nestled on the ground level, are Koi ponds with turtles sunning themselves and kids of all ages are mesmerized by the tranquility and sound of the fountains, keeping the place cool. As this is an outdoor shopping area in South Florida, shade and cooling water are essential! Flowering Orchid plants soak up the moisture and display their beautiful flowers, palms sway in the breeze....

You really can't beat the Hermes windows, always classy and colorful.  The staff is always nice, considering it must be obvious, that I'm meerly looking :)  Love brwozing in there...

Trina Turks store is such an explosion of color, so much fun!!!

100 % Capri... I can tell you this much; I have NEVER seen such PERFECTLY pressed linen before!!!!   E.V.E.R.!    I secretly wonder how they dress the mannequins without a single wrinkle.... ????

Snap shot of the tropical foliage from the second level, just to give you an idea of the space.
There are cafes and restaurants, with people watching that is not to be believed! Jet setters from all over the world come here. Many stylish South Americans shop here and it is always fun to watch what they are wearing!!! Black, White, Asian and Slavic people shop here, many different languages are spoken, which I find so refreshing...

Shutters protect the higher levels from the sun, fans keeping it cool...

For the design savy shopper blogger, one store is more interesting than the next. As for my favorite... While I like the clean and crisp (in every sense of the word) 100% Capri store, I always make sure to visit the Oscar de la Renta store. It's cool, tropical, classy, coral-y, beautiful collections... and no, I didn't get a picture (sorry).... :)

Feel like a virtual tour? Click here.

Hope you have a wonderful weekend planned, feel free to share!
Happy weekend!

Natasha

All images NHH for Northern Light Blog

New on the virtual newsstand...

The brand new High Gloss magazine is out, and after the first "thumb-through" the verdict is : FAN.TAS.TIC!!! Can't wait to read High Gloss cover to cover, the photography is so cool....

Enjoy,

Natasha

PS. I saw these hand done small trinket trays in person at a local interior design store, they are even prettier in person...

Image via HG magazine

Hi there!

Just wanted to say Thank You for joining Northern Light, I love all your comments!    

(and following up to check out your blog!)  Welcome to all my new Followers, it's so much fun when someone new signs on!!!!

These hot pink roses are on their last leg, had to cut them way down, but here's to hoping for a few more days... they look so fresh in this little cobalt blue glass container, don't know why I never thought to use it for roses before, hmmm.....  :)

Natasha

Image NHH for Northern Light Blog (sorry it's a little pixelated)

I spy...

Taking a clue from nature, these beautiful bursts of color "came at me" on a recent trip to Bal Harbour (outdoor, upscale shopping in Miami area), and look how the colors can be translated into your home below!

Rustic, crackled turquoise pottery, and a beautiful coral piece adorn a mantle...

... and how pretty is this little side table?  Not only are the colors fantastic, and the flowers are sooo pretty, but take a look at this image, really take a look, it's so well thought out....

First of all, the wallpaper is busy, subtle and elegant all at once, lending a wonderful back drop and setting the scene for the curves in the lamp base, in the flower dome as well as the cabriole leg on the table, the carved table top and skirt.. then there is the vases, playing of off each other with their fun curves and edged designs.

Lovely, just lovely!

Natasha

PS. the wallpaper is by Thibaut
Image #1 via Bal Harbor, Image #2 via Made by Girl, Image #3 via My Paradissi

Chevron or Herringbone?

The other day I was watching a program on TV, about a British couple, looking for a vacation home in Morocco, their own riad...
It was super fun trying to predict their choice, in the end they picked the ruin I absolutely would NOT have picked, and turned it into the most fantastic place!! Anyhoooo, I saw several different tile options, but was struck by the freshness of a traditional green and white pattern... a herringbone / chevron pattern as above.

So which is it? ... I just love the color :)!!

Natasha

Image via tumblr

Market Day

It's a sure sign, that spring is here when Tulips show up at the market!!! 
I sooo wanted to by the whole stand, but since we will not really be home to enjoy them, I only took this image :) figuring I would share with all of you...

Enjoy the rest of your weekend,
Natasha

Image by NHH for Northern Light Blog

It's the Weekend...

Considering I was just talking about the elephant images (scroll down) I am spotting all over the place, I couldn't help it, I just HAD to post this image!

The wonderful bedding is by DAY Home....

Natasha

Image via Skona Hem

Hall of Fame!

I am always on the look out for a wonderful entrance or hall, and here is yet another one that fits my criteria... I found it a little while back at the Made by Girl blog. I don't recall who designed it, or where it was first published, sorry!

Check out that large black and white above the console, wonderful! Lately I have been seeing elephants all over the place, perhaps because of the new Reese Witherspoon film...

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone, I am soooo looking forward to mine!!

Natasha

Image #1 Made by Girl, Image #2 via tumblr

Happy Birthday!

Kaere Niels,

Du oenskes en dejlig dag, god mad og en god drink ;)! Haaber at du bliver fejret paa bedste maner... Tillykke paa dagen! (A Happy Birthday wish to my dad)

Natasha

Image via Quatre Coeur

Pastel love

Yesterday I received the new Coastal Living magazine in the mail. Despite the bright and cheerful cover, this guest bedroom by designer Tim Clarke is what "had me at hello" :) !!

As a Northern Light reader, I am sure you are aware, that I do not often post pastel-y images, not really my thing.... BUT, I LOVE THIS ROOM!   - can't help it....

... and so I figured I would follow it up with an equally pretty powder room...

... and then there was this beautiful image of lavender fragrance and cleaning products, that has been in my file for a little while, now spring cleaning doesn't look so bad, huh?

Hope you have a wonderful day,

Natasha

Images #1 & #2 via Coastal Living, Image #3 unknown

What's not to like?

This little image I found over at the Dreamhouse Blog, the first blog I ever visited, seems like a million years ago...

But really, what's not to like?
It fits so many criteria of mine; White, Coral, Shell, Butterfly, Candle, Painted wood, Grey, Gleaming glass and Bead board (in the background).
I don't know about you, but I think this little display is so sweet!

Happy Tuesday,
Natasha

Sunday Afternoon in Palm Beach

A favorite pass time of mine, that I only get to do every once in a while, is spending the afternoon on the North End of Palm Beach! Just sharing a few quick images, as a little teaser, as I have an other post on the subject planned, so stay tuned ;) !

 As I might have mentioned before, the landscaping is impeccable....

... Don't you want to take a sneak peek at the pool area, just beyond the privacy hedge?

... and delivering mail to a mail box surrounded in pretty flowers, not too shabby :) ...

Stay tuned for more beautiful gardens in Palm Beach!

Natasha

All image by moi

Quiet Monday moment.

I have no intention of writing a lot during this post, just wanted to share a few light filled rooms with you! Very Scandinavian mixed with French, lots of natural light and interesting objects making the whole house come together beautifully...

A little different than what I typically post, I know, hope you enjoy the slightly tattered look for a change :)

How pretty is this little, old mirror? LOVE the delicately edged flowers and the antique look, it is from Belgium....

Natasha

Images via Skona Hem

A green swan!

... see, I wasn't kidding!!

I could just see myself sitting here, writing a blog post, paying the bills, looking out the window, day dreaming.......

LOVE this light filled little nook, and I really like the idea of the mirror. I know it's not a new trick, but this is the perfect illustration of how to bounce light (and the view) around!

Before I sign off for the weekend I want to welcome all my new readers and followers!
I love that so many of you have left me a comment, so that I have been able to locate you and your blogs, it's been a week of new discoveries for me, so Thank You!

Have a wonderful, calm and beautiful weekend, y'all...

Natasha

Image via Southern Living

Kelly Green

I have been sitting on this image for a little while now, but with spring (cleaning?) just around the corner, I figured I would share this simple DIY idea!

Sprucing up your hallway console table has never been easier, and a pop of color goes a
L O N G  way!! This Kelly Green lamp is a perfect accent and with its glossy finish, brightens up the space so well, don't you think? The shade has been modified ever so slightly with a green ribbon, so easy to do! All you need is ribbon, glue gun / tape, a steady hand and voila, the shade has been customized to your space! Great and easy project for the weekend!!

This is the lamp used in the above image, in it's original state, with a smaller shade. You could buy a separate and larger shade, depending on the space you are working with, this shade might be a little too narrow, but if it fits, just work with it the same way.

This vibrant lamp is from Crate & Barrel, the name on of the lamp is Kelly (how appropriate!), you can buy it here, it's even ON SALE at the moment...

Happy spring!

Natasha

Image #1 via House & Home, Image #2 via Crate & Barrel

Arabian Nights

Come on in....
Let's explore this wonderful space in Dubai together. The promise of the beauty that is to come is evident in the beautifully carved door jamb, the plasterwork and the wonderful lanterns! (Expect a modern place, not the typical ornate version!)

A large open courtyard greats you; there is a dining space.....

... and a tiny, tiny little lawn, probably the smallest I have ever seen! I can just envision sitting on the low Moroccan stools with your feet in the cool grass! Well aware that the climate makes it difficult to actually have a lawn in Dubai, I am just wondering out loud how to maintain it...
I mean, do you cut it with clippers, or....? Surely not a lawnmower :)

Wonderful, large terrace extends the living space, and with the daybeds covered, this could indeed be a very cool hangout space! LOVE the pops of orange, it seem to lend itself very well to the desert location!

Perfect way to make your indoor and out door space work together; carry the accent color with you "where ever you go", here the burnt orange has been brought inside.

Full shot of the living area. The black and white artwork on the walls are actually speakers, so surround sound is at it's best visually, don't you think??

Living in the shadow of the Burj Khalifa (worlds tallest building) does not seem too shabby to me, actualy, it's kind of cool :) !

This courtyard is so well designed with lounging and eating areas, with a little greenery to break up the stonework, fantastic lighting! If living in an apartment, what more can you really ask for??

Looks like a totally modern space to me with nods to both local architecture and design, as well as traditional plaster and wood work.

How cool is the dining table, the textured carvings are wonderful! Looks like the top is actually a re-purposed door... Either way, it highlights the Arabian / Moroccan "theme" that's going on in this space... the lanterns, the pipe, the urns, the desert colors.

How can I get to visit?

Natasha

All images by Gert Skaerlund Andersen via Bo Bedre

New on the virtual newsstand...

- come check out the new rue magazine, just fresh from the "cutting floor"!
The fourth issue looks very pretty, organic, natural and bohemian, lots of good stuff to read!

AND this is my favorite image from the issue, so fresh and spring-y :)

Natasha

Happy Monday!

Ohhhhh, how I totally did not want to get out of bed today!! I was hoping the weekend could last a little longer, if not a few hours more.... and if only my bedroom only looked this good and pulled together...

I L.O.V.E the color of the upholstered bed and the duvet cover is fantastic! A little traditional, but it's really a nice mix I think, you? And you can't beat the fresh flowers on the nightstand. Notice how the edge of the skirt on the nightstand picks up the teal color in the headboard and also makes the accent in the duvet pop!

Dreamy!!

Natasha

Image via Lonny