At Home with Kim Vallee

HOME + GARDEN, OUTDOOR space | May 29, 2009

Vote for Your Favorite Weekend Project at BHG 48-hour Challenge

If you are curious about what 5 talented home and garden bloggers can create in their own home with a $500 outdoor weekend project, check the 48-hour Challenge organized on Better Homes and Gardens and sponsored by Home Depot. I am showing you my top 3. I let you chose which one you feel [...]

HOME + GARDEN, OUTDOOR space | May 15, 2009

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Outdoor Wicker Chairs: Four Splurge and a Steal

I gathered a few items to make you dream before the weekend. I finished with a steal at Pottery Barn. Neoteric produces upscale outdoor furniture with a remarkable design. Sampan and Iraya are two stunning daybeds. From the 2007 collection of B&B Italia, a huge women pattern built the structure of the Canasta circular sofa designed [...]

HOME + GARDEN, OUTDOOR space | May 8, 2009

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The Chair 6 and Marshmellow Stool by Lebello Enliven your Garden

For outdoor furniture, my heart swings between wood furniture and colorful modern furniture. If you wish for no maintenance furniture, synthetic fiber outdoor furniture is the way to go. A brand that produces amazing design at a relatively affordable price is Lebello. The stainless steel sledge base Chair 6 is new for summer 2009. You can [...]

HOME + GARDEN, OUTDOOR space | April 24, 2009

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The Piramide Portable Outdoor Lighting and the Sahara Planters by Gandia Blasco

If you recalled the tipi by Gandia Blasco, you know that their design is unique and trendy. This Spanish family-run company mastered the art of creating atmosphere for upscale and sensual party on a beach, by the pool or in a big backyard. Have a look at their latest lighting addition. It is spectacular! The Lampara [...]

HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor, OUTDOOR space | April 24, 2009

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The Glamour behind the Ensombra Parasol

This is not a new product but these pictures are stunning. It feels very old LA. I love the mood. I am not certain. The Ensombra may have been introduced in 2006 by Gandia Blasco. This folding parasol has the base and the pole made of thermolacquered iron. while phenolic plates are used for the slats. [...]

HOME + GARDEN, OUTDOOR space | April 17, 2009

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What’s On May 2009 Living etc

Even though the April issue are still fresh on the stands here, the May 2009 of Living etc is available in United Kingdom and I guess, Europe. But I can have a peek of what to expect. In fact, I can not resist every month to flip through the current issue preview. The May 2009 [...]

ALL occasions, GIFT IDEAS, HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor, OUTDOOR space | July 10, 2008

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Modern Outdoor Furniture from The Urban Garden in London

A few weeks ago, a friend asked me where he can find reasonably affordable outdoor furniture with great style. He did not want the stuff we see in garden centers in North America. It is true that the style choices are quite repetitive when it comes to outdoor furniture. I decided to check what is [...]

HOME + GARDEN, MODERN architecture | June 9, 2007

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A quick post about a great modern house in Australia

I love clean line spaces so well-done modern houses are my favorites. Architects designed great spaces for living and entertaining. I found via design to inspire blog this dream house in Brisbane. Some Easy Entertaining Tips Having your lounge beside the patio is great. If the sunny is too hot, you can sit inside before dinner to [...]