Category Archives: Decor

I had a vision…..

Posted on January 19, 2017 by The Inspired Nester

I was sitting innocently watching a TV show when suddenly the hubby popped around the corner (he had been downstairs watching a football game) and said: Hubby: “You have to start planning out the kitchen you want!!” Me: Hubby: “I … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, Dreams, HomeStyle | Tagged Bistro style, French Bistro, IKEA, Inspiration, Kitchen, Moodboard, Penny tile, Subway tile | Leave a comment

It all started with a mirror

Posted on April 10, 2015 by The Inspired Nester

Last weekend, hubby is standing at the kitchen counter writing a TO DO list for things he wants to get done around the house. He then made a fatal error… HIM: “Is there anything you want done around the house?”. … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, HomeStyle | Tagged basement, Bathroom, design, Home, Mirror, Renovation | Leave a comment

The Farm table

Posted on June 22, 2014 by The Inspired Nester

I’m sure many of you would agree with me when I say: “Pinterest is EVIL”! How many of you are in lust mode for that most fabulous “anything”? I’m not talking about the affordable, the sane. I’m talking about the … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, Entertainment, HomeStyle | Tagged alfresco dining, backyard, dining, Family, Farm table, friends, gathering, meal, Outdoors, rustic, wood | Leave a comment

When thoughts turn to Spring…..

Posted on March 29, 2014 by The Inspired Nester

The weather is starting to tease us here in the North Pole (not really the North Pole, but sometimes it sure feels like it!). Balmy spring weather is in the forecast for the next week…only a teaser as mentioned, Spring … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, HomeStyle | Tagged balcony, Bliss, deck, Decor, design, Fountain, garden, Haven, Home, Landscaping, Outdoors, Relax, running water, Serenity, Water | Leave a comment

Gone, but not forgotten

Posted on January 30, 2014 by The Inspired Nester

When I think of the Dominican Republic, I not only think of sunshine, ocean waves, and beautiful beaches…..I think of cows. Yes folks, cows! When first searching for a vacation property in the Cabarete/Sosua area, we had rented a house … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, Beach House, Decor, HomeStyle, Humour | Tagged cabarete, Cabarete Beach Houses, Cow, dominican republic, Nanny Estates, Restoration Hardware, RH, Shopping, Vignette | Leave a comment

Inviting, warm, cosy…….the Fireplace

Posted on February 24, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

Those three words describe how I feel when I see flames dancing in a fireplace. The smell of wood and the crackle sound as it burns…..Ahhhhh! What’s not to love? A fireplace invites you to curl up on the couch … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, HomeStyle, Life Style | Tagged Alberta, ambiance, Bathroom, Bedroom, Bliss, design, fire, Fireplace, Home, Kitchen, Relax, Winter | Leave a comment

Dreaming of a Master Bathroom: “The Plan”

Posted on February 6, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

Our home here in Alberta has been undergoing change since possession day last May (2012). It’s an older home built in 1979 with a backyard backing onto the forest. When I first walked into it with the realtor, I just … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, HomeStyle, Life Journeys | Tagged Alberta, Bathroom, Colour, design, France, Italy, Renovation, Wish | Leave a comment

Open shelving in the kitchen

Posted on February 5, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

I love the look of open shelves and it’s ability to showcase beautiful dishes or any other display worthy collections in a harmonious theme….. Traditional Kitchen design by San Francisco Architect Gast Architects *** Traditional Kitchen design by San Francisco … Continue reading →

Posted in Decor, HomeStyle | Tagged Beauty, Colour, design, Home, Kitchen, Open Kitchen, Pantry, Shelves, Shelving | 4 Comments

Kitchen’s inspired by salt air and sunshine

Posted on February 4, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

I don’t really like to cook when the weather is hot & humid outside, but looking at these gorgeous kitchens and I’d almost be motivated enough to cook a turkey dinner. Well, not really….. but don’t they look absolutely delicious? … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach House, Decor, HomeStyle, Life Style | Tagged Beach, Beauty, Bliss, Colour, design, Holidays, Home, Kitchen, Life, Living Abroad, vacation home, vacation rental | Leave a comment

Beach inspired-Vignettes

Posted on January 28, 2013 by The Inspired Nester

vi•gnette noun \vin-ˈyet, vēn-\ Definition of VIGNETTE a small decorative design or picture so placed When looking up the definition of the word vignette I was surprised to learn it had numerous meanings…in literature, graphic design, a location on a … Continue reading →