enviro-mental

photo: Apartment Therapy

I love the color and style of this area rug. It's so rich, but still casual.

photo: Desire to Inspire

I love the wood chair in the middle of this arrangement. I don't know if it's comfortable, but it's definitely beautiful.

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photo: Re-nest

I like this solarium made out of recycled windows. It looks neat, comfortable and potentially bug-free.

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photos: Desire to Inspire

Despite the utchiness of having a bedroom facing the dining room, I really like this converted church in the UK.

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photo: Desire to Inspire

Something about this artwork is very appealing. It really caught my eye. Not at all my usual style.

photo: Re-Nest

I like the look of this terrarium, although terraria aren't really my thing. I think it's the shape of the bottle and the wood and glass. Very appealing.

photo: The Oregonian

Check out this amazing desk created from an old piano. Before, it was a useless hulk, needing more repair than it would cost to buy a new piano. But with the clever craftsmanship of Brian Unis, it gets new life as a writing desk.

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photo: Mogg Blogg

Yes, it's mock-able, but I kind of like the effect. Tribute to the stubborn nature of humans, and how adaptable we can be. Needs some cushions, though.

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photo: Desire to Inspire

I love the set-up of this kitchen. It's homey and efficient. Also really like the spice rack on the side of the fridge. I did the same thing in my kitchen, and it's so handy!

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photo: CasaSugar

This is a neat idea. Not sure how well it would work in my house, but it's an interesting way to use dishtowels.

photo: Mogg Blogg

Mogg Blogg is the Television Without Pity of the design world. They've discovered, among other really bad design ideas, this sheepshead chair. Just...wow.sea

image: Apartment Therapy

Apartment Therapy showcases Dave and Shyla's Eclectic Loft in one of their 2009 house tours. It's a great space with some clever elements. This one really got my attention. They've used the springs from an old mattress as a photo holder above their bed. It's a clever re-use idea.

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Part of me just loves this pretty decorated frying pan. The other part wonders about the eco-ness of it all. Paint, teflon/nonstick. Is it worth it to pretty up a frying pan?

photo: Re-Nest

Re-Nest has a trio of ideas for repurposing suitcases into cabinets (and even a bar!). They're all clever, but this one is my favorite.

photo: Re-Nest

Re-Nest showed off this trio of autumn leaves pressed in recycled glass. I love the look, and there's no better place then New England for autumn leaf preservation.

photos: Desire to Inspire

I love the mix of textures and the warm wood vs. the cool ceramic.


I adore this chair/sleigh. I can just imagine bundling up on it and being pulled along a country lane by a big bay.


Charming craft/sewing stations


The blues in this room are amazing.

These and more fantastic design images are at desiretoinspire.blogspot.com.

photo: apartment therapy

If, like you, you love movies and watching movies in bed, you'll gasp like I did over this alcove filled with hundreds of movies. Get a fridge in there, and I'm all set.

Old theater seats as home seating at Apartment Therapy: Penny's Enchanting Home

The re-use is just icing on the charming cake.