Most people start their day in the bathroom so it makes sense that this room be inviting, comfortable, and have a good layout so there’s no traffic jam at 7am. Jenn Budoff, of Chesapeake, Virginia, recently undertook the remodel of her master bathroom after working on the concept and renderings for about a year.
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In last Thursday’s blog, we took you 3,600 feet up into the Blue Ridge Mountains to the High Hampton Inn where rustic, shingle-style buildings are nestled against a backdrop of lush greenery, a sparkling lake, and the rolling greens of the golf course. Gardens abound throughout the 1,400-acre property and pathways meander along with no particular place to go. Visitors find numerous places to sit and ponder such wonders as the world’s largest fraser fir tree. Even after dark, you can stroll the grounds with ease thanks to miniature barn sconces that are placed low to the ground to softly illuminate the paths.
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Just to get your brain in gear on a Monday morning, let’s play a little I Spy. In last Friday’s blog, we introduced you to the Greenlife Grocery where we found some galvanized barn pendants in the café and outdoor eating areas. But take a look at the inside of this very popular earthy, organic store. How many examples of vintage lighting can you find in this picture?
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For those traveling on a budget, hostels present a great way to see the country without spending loads of cash. Besides, you’ll need that money at the gas station, right?! Sweet Peas Hostel in Asheville, North Carolina not only offers the typical bunk style rooms but also has the option of a “pod” which is a larger space much like a train car sleeper. With a reading light, shelves, and a curtain to pull closed at night, you’ll be cozy as the proverbial bug in a rug! And if you need a cold beer to quench your traveler’s thirst, check out the Lexington Avenue Brewery downstairs where you’ll spot some terrific Barn Light Electric fixtures!
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A wise woman once told me as she was building her house, tell the contractor to take advantage of every single square foot especially behind the walls. If you see a space, put a door on it, and you have instant storage. Even small spaces that would seem useless can become invaluable for storage or, as seen in this photo, a terrific study space. This small nook could have been an interesting closet but instead the builder created a perfectly cozy space complete with some industrial decor, a window for daydreaming, and a handsome wall sconce for lighting. This sweet little light is much like our Barn Light Arlington Sconce, part of our collection of Barn Wall Sconces. Barn wall sconces bring out the best of the classic warehouse shade, a fixture first found back in the 1930s and 40s on farms and in factories. A smaller version than most other sconces, these barn fixtures tuck perfectly into smaller rooms or spaces bringing light where you need it. Read More »
Welcome to O.P. Taylor’s, the self-proclaimed Coolest Toy Store on the Planet! With two store locations in western North Carolina and a third in the upstate area of South Carolina, O.P. Taylor’s offers just about everything that any kid, of any age, could want in a toy store. From trains, dolls, games, and blocks to arts and crafts, models, science kits, and eco-friendly toys, O.P. Taylor’s has it all — plus a really cool name. In its newest location just south of Asheville, adults and kids alike revel in this state-of-the-art fun stop.
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