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Yellow, Yellow, Yellow!

I found this image while reading Apartment Therapy today, and had to post it. I have been repainting my own house lately, and I am using a similar color. (I will post pictures as soon as I am done). I love this color, its so lively without feeling childish.

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I would like to present my new house! Okay, not really...just wishful thinking. I found this gorgeous home, as I visiting NuNu Pepe blog which led me to Purple Area, etc.(Check out these sites). I had a literal jaw-dropping moment when I saw these pics.

For all those who say contemporary and minimalist design it too cold, I would like to point out all the rich textures and and shapes in this home. I love the subtle lines of the painted herringbone wood floors, especially as it meets the soft texture of the rug.

The grain of the wood tables in the pictures above and below are so rich when combined with beautiful chairs and stark surroundings.

I hope to be moving into this home soon. I just have to find where it is first.

The Principles of Uncertainty/ Maira Kalman

I Love This Book!

On a recent trip to Barnes and Noble, I discovered this wonderful book by Maira Kalman. The beautiful cover, and unusual title immediately caught my eye. I am not going to say that I knew much about Kalman before I read this book, but I am a genuine fan now.Kalman is an author, designer, and illustrator. She has illustrated many covers for The New Yorker and has contributed to many other books, including several for children. She has built a reputation for viewing life in a very quirky, and sometimes absurd way. The Principles of Uncertainty was originally a narrative journal composed for The New York Times.

I must admit that as I began leafing through this book, I felt a strange connection to it. It was the kind of feeling you get when you meet someone that is so much like you, that you think they taking your thoughts and saying them for you. I love the abstract thoughts and unusual connection of themes in this book. Some thoughts are hilarious and some are very poignant, but in a very unusual way. I am sure that not everyone will understand Kalman's logic, but it is still worth reading. First of all, the illustrations are magical and charming, they are pieces of art that can be interpreted according to every readers point of view. Its also great for those time when you need a chuckle.

I don't think I need to say too much more about the book, because it certainly doesn't need help from me.

I recommend linking to Kalman's site to see more of her work and to see a great short movie called The Elements of Style. I also, found a site called TED.com that features a talk by Kalman in which she gives deeper insight into her creative process.

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