kreuther – Page 6 – Kimberly Reuther

September 19, 2014January 7, 2017

#colorcrush: black & white

2014 has found me a bit obsessed with black & white, stripes mainly, but all spaces with the classic hues in dual contrast have enamored me of late…it seems I see it everywhere I look! Black & white will never go out of style and the ways in which it can be utilized in design and life are endless.

The stripes, especially, speak to the duality of human nature and are a metaphor of the inner conflict we face. But heck, they just look fantastic!! So, here are several images to inspire you as well as a few new products on the market offering the classic juxtaposition of black & white. Happy Designing!

elle-26-oscar-de-la-renta — Oscar De la Renta Dress – Does it get any better than this look?

Dios de los Muertos Plates from Crate & Barrel

June 1, 2014June 10, 2014

Summer 2014 – Bright Outdoors

Summer’s finally here! It’s time to sweep off the patio & get your outdoor space ready for summer entertaining! Here’s inspiration for a bright spot outdoors!

Happy Decorating!

May 14, 2014May 15, 2014

Summer 2014 – Sun-drenched Oasis

They say all trends come from the coasts…

After living in San Diego (which is basically a tiny oasis on the fringe of a vast desert), I came to have a great appreciation for succulents known as “ground cover” for lawns and highways alike. From my perspective, as a midwesterner and someone who longed for green grass, it was a hint of home and “bloomed” all year long. Up close, I realized how strong & uniquely beautiful these plants actually are. So now, 7 years after moving back to Missouri, I’ve noticed that succulents are having quite the renaissance.

And it’s not just succulents, it’s the entire sun-drenched California vibe. In every catalog and magazine, modern outdoor furniture is adopting a fresh, light-colored hue. Think of the height of summer where the sun feels like it is bleaching everything in sight.

OUT: black wrought-iron/dark aluminum
IN: natural teak/weathered wood/neutral woven/brass

This is refreshing as it parallels our recent devotion to outdoor living and also spurs a new style for homeowners updating their spaces. See below for inspiration for your home in subtle hues!

Happy Decorating!

March 29, 2014January 7, 2017

The Personification of Spring!

Happy Spring! This is my favorite time of the year and also my favorite time to see what’s in store! Spring is the best time to capture the bright hues and essence of the flowers blooming (or on the cusp of blooming)! The weather is still teetering on warmer temperatures and we’re desperate to toss off/hide away our dreary winter garb for the refreshing colors of spring!

See below for what has inspired me thus far in 2014!

cat-roscoe-dinnerware — Lovely Spring Colors – Crate & Barrel Roscoe Dinnerware

wall-planter-hooks-set-of-three — Crate & Barrel – Fiesta Planters & Wall Hooks

wisteria_jaipur_mirror_lavender — Love this mirror from Wisteria!

img25o — Great colors from the new PB Bedding Collections – Penelope Duvet in Desert Rose

harbor-blue-full-bed — Crate & Barrel – Harbor Blue Furniture

Would love to hear/see what has inspired you this spring!! Happy Decorating!

March 27, 2014March 29, 2014

The New Rules for Navy

If you’ve picked up a fashion magazine or been to the mall lately, you’ve seen that navy has taken over the retail sector, both in fashion and in home furnishings. I love navy and I’m excited to see it’s resurgence this spring/summer. However, one “navy” doesn’t necessarily fit all. Here are my ideas for incorporating a dark blue hue into your home so that it really “speaks” to you!

Happy Decorating!