Patricia Urquiola

I didn't realise how much I love Patricia Urquiola's work until one day I noticed that I had collected so many images of her designs. I find that I'm drawn to her patterns and textures. The Crinoline Chair is my absolute favourite. The contrast and balance between the flowery pattern and linearity is quiet beautiful. Patricia Urquiola is a Spanish born architect / designer who resides and works in Milan. Here is how she describes her style: "I’m quite eclectic, varied and diverse. I like to think in different scales at the same time, in architecture and design. I’m interested in behavior structures, artisan techniques,certain aspects of memory... aspects of my life." Reference Designboom

Crinoline Chair

Hanging Swing Chair

Mandarin Orient Hotel Barcelona by PQ

Unsame Table

T Table Kartell

Retrouvae Table

Antibodi Chase Lounge

Tufty Time Sofa

Crochet Board Rug

Fjord Armchair & Footstool

Flo Chair

Coboche Light

Buckle Watch

Axor - Urquiola Milan

Ambience Bath

Mandarin Orient Hotel Barcelona by PQ

Beach Houses

I have just spent a week in a comfortable, practical beach house in Moore River. And as much as I tried not to think about it, all I could think about was how wonderful the interior would look painted white. Walls, floors, the lot. A touch of that shabby chic look but not to much. For me it would have made it a real escape. The location was fab, ocean views, lots of space to spread out and wonder about. Maybe one day I'll have the opportunity to have a gorgeous beach house for my family. In the meantime I'll keep collecting beautiful inspiration images.

Pantone Colour of the Year 2010

Pantone has announced Turquoise as the Colour of the Year 2010. If a colour could be described as youthful, for me this is it. It's a greenish blue energising colour. Love it combined with white, browns, pinks and reds.

Emma Hack

Being a Florence Broadhurst nut I stumbled across these beautiful works by Emma Hack. Emma is known as a body artist. I adore how the model disappears into the wallpaper. The Wallpaper collection was photographed by Emma herself. Yes, she has more than one talent...award winning body painting, sculpture and photography. Cant wait to see her works in Perth someday. Her art can be purchased through galleries in Australia and internationally. All images via Emma Hack.

Amy Butler's Travel Bags

Absolutely Divine! Amy Butler's travel bag designs are strikingly beautiful. They ooze colour, pattern and femininity. Her bags are made of organic cotton and low impact dyes. They feature the highest grade leather accents, zippers, trims, and indestructible construction. Check out the full range of goodies here.

Perth Upmarket

This has to be one of Perth's best 'hand made' markets. It's on this Sunday, click here for more details.

Pica's Artist Car Boot Sale

Perth Cultural Centre

I really enjoyed this little market. Art students, designers and artists created a lovely atmosphere to wonder through and pick up a treasure.

Fornasetti

You are probably familiar with these divine black and white plates by Italian graphic artist and designer, Pierro Fornasetti. Once he began to make them he never stopped, eventually it became his trademark. I must admit they have had an effect on me, I can't stop looking at all the different variations. They have a Mona Lisa charm about them. I have one piece (not an original of course), already I feel the need to buy more. I feel an addiction lurking. If you are planning to invest go to Post Emporium in North Perth for an original or perhaps for something in that flavour try Behind the Monkey.

Lucky me, two thoughtful family members presented me with these wonderful giant "L"s. The first crafted by machine, the second was found lying on the ground while working the dog. Thank you lovely family.