Not too long ago (in this post), I mentioned how recently I’ve been more drawn to modern, urban materials that – until now – have felt far too cold for me to live in. Concrete being on the top of that list… And both of these beautiful baths are proof that I’m not crazy. Mind [...]
I’ve been doing our Room of the Week series since pretty much the beginning of this blog (that’s nearly six years for those of you who are counting) and I can honestly say I’ve never seen anything like today’s room… Because, yeah. There’s a pool in the living room. And while that’s certainly not the only cool [...]
Carol Maryott Pretty Amazing !
Thanks for posting this Cassandra !
Carol 
FripperyVintage That is an amazing space, seems like you would constantly worried about falling in. I could see my 8 yr old son jumping off the back of the couch into the pool!
Yolonda Damn, what a cool space. I would love an interior pool.
Professor V WHOA! I was gonna say what an amazing space before I noticed the pool!! Never seen anything like it! With, or without the living room pool, the space is so gorgeous and open!
Milagros Hi, this house is a recycled warehouse in Palermo Viejo, Buenos Aires!!! ( where im from) – xoxo – mili
Cassandra LaValle Post author so funny – the source i found the photos said it was in palermo italy! do you have any more info on it? i’m so curious about it! xo
Andi of My Beautiful Adventures Gorgeous!
Lexi @ Glitter, Inc. This is so cool! (Though I can’t help but wonder how practical it is.) Still love it, though.
Since leaving college, I have moved six times in my life. Not counting moments (ok months) where I was living with my parents in between housing. (That would take it up to at least eight or nine.) Out of all those moves, I have lived in three charming apartments, one basement of a rather sizeable home, [...]
Jill Great find! You must have that apartment! The contrast between your office and your home will get your fix of the need for both traditional and modern – and at this point in your career and in your life, you deserve a very grown up apartment! Good luck!
Lisa | Happy By Oh girl! It is not a matter of thinking about it anymore, right? I feel you have already made up your mind, taken the risk and you are really digging the change. I’d say do it, just go on. Even if you don’t like it as much or if your budget changes, you can always move once more
Peggy Sounds like your mind is made up, so find that something sleek and modern! And, are you sure you don’t want the same in furnishings? One thing may be leading to the other although you may not yet recognize this. Just a thought…
Cassandra LaValle Post author I have a feeling in a more modern space, it may be inevitable for me to insert a few more modern touches, but there’s no way I’d invest in all new furnishings … yet!
Maggie Rose I’ve kind of considered something similar for our next place – we’ll likely rent one more time before we buy, and it might be my last chance to try something really different and modern. Love the loft feel, and this building certainly has beautiful views! Bookmarking for the Apartment Search of 2014! Haha.
cara Yes, we completely sympathize with your sentiments. We tend to gravitate towards more classic pieces and architectural details, but have noticed an increased interest, both in our personal tastes and those of our clients, in combining more contemporary elements/spaces with traditional pieces. This is certainly a good way to give a modern aesthetic more lasting power. Looking forward to seeing more images like these! (we love the inspiration!)
mikky Just checked out the apartment, it looks great. The view is really spectacular I can see why you’d want to live there. The only thing I didn’t like was the bathroom, kinda blah looking, but I’m sure you can dress it up nicely. And is there a pool? Not sure if that was just a lounging little water feature or a pool in the photos. Girl needs a sweet swimming pool in a chic apartment like that.
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Anne It looks wonderful, full of light! I love the image of a turquoise chandelier with concrete, the blend of rich fabric and sleek surfaces. Hope you get your dream condo!
Calley Oh I know people who just moved into the Post – they love it! The common areas are amazing, and the huge windows in all of the apartments let in so much light (necessary on grey days like today!)
FripperyVintage Living close to work is priceless, go for it!
Anna (My Design Ethos) I know exactly what you are talking about! We currently live in an old ‘Queenslander’ house (a classic Australian style) and while i love it, and all my vintage furniture, I am looking forward to moving into something a little more simple and modern. I think it contrasts so beautifully with classic furniture, whereas classic furniture in classic house can feel a little too, well, classic!
Cecilia I admire people who can live like this.
Franki Don’t wait…too long….GO FOR IT!! Quintessential combination. franki
Katie O'Keefe Love the infinity love on the wall!
Katie Anderson So… that love infinity kinda makes me wanna get a tattoo. Love this roundup. Love that you’re leaning toward modern.
Frances O Love the kitchen, I am also moving once again, but love the decorating process:)
Frances O
Sarah i really love this space, i think you can make modern spaces warm and inviting. i crave that simplicity sometimes!
bri WHO ARE YOU? WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH MY FRIEND?
Cassandra LaValle Post author i know, right? 
Despite many posts that may imply otherwise, I am not a girly girl by nature. I’m a jeans and t-shirt girl. A watch-a-lot-of-espn girl. My favorite color is black. My least favorite color is purple. Pink might be a close second… but I have to admit that it has grown on me over the years. The [...]
Tiffany I love pink in any way, but for those who don’t, I think you’ve nailed it here with the harsher lines to add balance to the feminine hue. Great post!
Cecilia Pink is such a great color! I just got a pair of pink jeans today and a pretty beige scarf with a pink trim. So nice. Love the geometric edges in these!
barbara I adore pink, but can completely understand why someone would not- I do have a tool box and can wire a lamp but feel delightful in pink!
YOLONDA Pink is one of my favorite colors! I like pink as interior color!
♥, Londa
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amanda I am not a pink girl either but the architecture on those two dresses is unbelievable!! maybe it off sets the daintiness of pink that I have an aversion to because they are gorg!
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Elizabeth I totally agree with you on this. I am not a pink girl by nature, but i do appreciate certain shades of pink.
Andi of My Beautiful Adventures My fave color, LOVE!
Maria @ Inspiration Affirmation I like this a lot! Sort of gives the generally girly pink color some edge!
mikky Ooof, it’s weird the last few times I go to leave a comment on your blog after I hit submit comment I get an error message. Sometimes my comment is there, sometimes it’s not. Just an fyi for you.
But back to my commenting…love that paper chandelier it is so cute! Would love to make one of these this summer for an outdoor dinner party. Those red rimmed glasses are really sweet too. Now I’m just waiting to see the dessert ideas you’ve cooked up! Can’t wait to see what yummy mexican dessert you have in store.
mikky
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Cassandra LaValle Post author it’s been doing it to me too! rest assured, the comments are working… just need to fix that pesky error message! dessert tomorrow!! it’s gonna be GOOD! xo
I believe I’ve mentioned several times about how my tiny kitchen drives me crazy. It has approximately 14 inches wide of counter space and that is not an exaggeration. So, in my spare time I like to dream big. Really really big… I blogged about this kitchen back in 2008 (does that make it a [...]
Donna The second picture with the beautiful and ornate chandelier has me captivated. A room speaks with great lighting.
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Michelle Lovely pix. I prefer the first one,
Callie Grayson I prefer the first two, love the white contrasted with the wood and the old and new.
I am designing my new kitchen at the moment, need to remove two walls to open it up and gain more cabinet and counter space.
Xx
Callie
Kayla What is it about the all white kitchens that make them so dreamy? I have the tiniest kitchen ever as well. So small you can’t open the pantry door all the way due to the fridge being in the way. I think I may get lost by the time we move to a place with a large kitchen.
YOLONDA I like the Rundell kitchen! All the white….mixed with the art and fireplace makes this kitchen cozy.
♥, Londa
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Chloe Moon I dream of a kitchen island and tons of counter space too!! What dream kitchens these are! =)
alison I love the third one as well. The first two are breathtaking for sure, but the third seems a little bit more real life- like you could make a huge mess while cooking in there, and not have to feel bad about it:)
Eleanor @ Sequins & Sass The last kitchen is definitely my favorite – I gasped when I saw it! It’s very homey but still modern and functional. Drooling!!!!
Kathleen Gosh, what I would give for a kitchen like that!
wmbg fireplace in the kitchen?! nothing can top that. loooove that last one.
Emily I agree, the last kitchen is my favorite. That doorway is incredible!
Meg {MilkandCotton} that kitchen is white perfection! love all of it.
Franki Good grief!! That first photo is fabulous…look at that ceiling medallion….LUV!!! franki
Diane It’s amazing how the color white can make a whole lot of difference. The designs are fabulous! Love the kitchen with the vintage brown cabinet!
I’ve always been obsessed with the idea of pistachio greens in a kitchen, but it wasn’t until today that I think I finally understand why… It goes so insanely well with marble! And light woods – which I’m not always a fan of. In fact, this entire space is not typically the style that I’m [...]
Courtney This is pretty darn great! Nice subtle use of color but still pretty neutral to the rest of the space–love it!
BrookeJ I agree, that pistachio color looks beautiful with the marble. I really like this room too, it’s soft and pretty without being overtly feminine.
Nic from Thriving Wives Ooooh really loving those sage green cabinets. Makes it look so light and airy, plus green is a great “food” color – perfect for the kitchen!
Strive to Thrive,
Nic
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Anna - Canoe Design What an amazing kitchen! I totally agree – the colors, materials and design is perfect! And I have not been a huge fan of pistachio in the past, however I think that this kitchen changes my mind…thanks!
Olivia Wells I like mint green for interior decor!
xx Olivia
STYLIZIMO This is perfection! I love everything, but especially the marble.
//Nina
Angela I love it too (although I don’t think it would ever look that clean at my place). That touch of warmth with the brass faucet is genius. We saw a bunch of hunter green at market, and the latest word from Sherwin Williams is that mint green will be big for 2013…so you are way ahead of the trends!
It’s been far too long since I did a little ‘In the Details‘ post, but the Dallas home of Joslyn Taylor – featured in the latest issue of Rue – was the perfect piece of inspiration for me to get back into this series! Coincidentally (ok, not really) I’m also heading to Dallas tomorrow for [...]
hilary See you in Dallas!!
Lauren “Always add a disco ball!” We’re so with you!
Some of my favorite examples in one of my very, very first posts: http://sisterdisco.com/2011/10/29/disco-decor/
carolina - patagonia gifts loving those precious details Cassandra! I’m currently loving furs and am adding them everywhere at home and in clothing! {btw we’re in winter here} xo
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Martha Can’t wait to go… How long will you be here? Lots to do, depends on what you feel like and how much time you have!
Nimue I love the little notes on the wall! and the dico ball of course
Franki Well…it’s the disco ball for me, too!! I have one hanging in my gazebo and it NEVER FAILS to give me a smile. GO DALLAS! franki
Tobe | Because It's Awesome PLEASE shop all of those amazing vintage furniture stores in the design district for me!!! Joslyn’s home is absolutely stunning. So many great spaces in that Dallas Rue! ox
stephanie @ Baba Souk Leave love notes! I totally agree. I’m totally into handwritten notes these days. So touching compared to an email or a text message!
joslyn thanks for posting this Cass! loved having dinner with you when you were in town…so wish you lived closer!
xoxo
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EH. MAH. GAH. I’d seen & loved that 1st pic around the Pinterestphere, but whoa. The 2nd is UNREAL. Love!!
First off I’m also loving concrete, it’s definitely something I’d look into as a kitchen counter in my next home with some warm cabinets.
Second, that wallpaper, I mean who would have even guessed that it would be wallpaper. Looks so real, kind of loving it! Can’t wait for your post on it.
xo Quinn
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Concrete is incredibly beautiful. It’s neutrality allow it to blend in with most design elements. I begged my husband to allow me to have concrete counter tops in my kitchen, unfortunately he wasn’t on board with this idea due to the porosity of the material; thus creating a problem with spills and food stains. We ended up choosing a quartz with the same tones as concrete. Nonetheless, seeing this makes me kick myself for not sticking with it. Beautiful post.
Concrete can be tricky. Don’t you luv the clothes pin/towel and those rustic step stools?!? franki
I’ve been obsessed with concrete countertops lately. Have you seen them? They offer a great contrast to their run-of-the-mill granite counterparts.
What?!?!?
Wallpaper???
That is seriously awesome!
Love the look the cement.
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My gym has concrete sinks in the bathrooms and they’re gorgeous. Super modern and totally fit the old warehouse, turned modern gym vibe.
Looks great –www.motownsavvy.com
I’m the same…I don’t gravitate towards modern/cold design but these concrete pieces are lovely!
That wallpaper is fabulous! Please tell me how to purchase it. We are about to re-do a bathroom. (I am an avid DIY girl and not interested in working with a decorator.)
Thanks!
I found this amazing bathroom pic on pinterest a little while ago and loved that bathroom as soon as I saw it! I am so glad you looked into it as I had no idea it was a wallpaper!! I have a love for textures in interiors. Thanks again!
xo Cara
Please – the deets on that fabulous wallpaper!