Get ready to explore maximalism and color in a whole new light. Minimalism move over, maximalism is here. Inspired by ABC Home‘s latest design inspiration we are exploring a handful of spaces that are anything but minimal and are infinitely more exciting. The concept of maximalism is rooted in the idea that your home should be a reflection of who you are, which doesn’t always equate to owning more “things”. It means surrounding yourself with colors, furniture, and select items that feel like home. Whether that means you want a bright blue sofa or a bold wall of books, it’s truly up to you.

Introducing Apparatus Studio, a modern light company I have been admiring from afar. Known for their bespoke line of light fixtures, they also offer objects and furniture pieces. For the purpose of today’s post, we will just be focusing on their absolutely stunning assortment of lighting. The photo above shows off one of their breathtaking wall sconces. In this interior, they really tie the room together and add the perfect level of style. 

While looking for new design inspirations, I came across Rebecca Gibb’s Instagram. Her designs are leaving me green with envy. I love her ability to mix different green textures with neutral tones. It really adds depth and character to a space. The way she uses different green hues throughout her designs is simply breathtaking. Designers today are playing it safe with dull gray tones and all white aesthetics. I think it’s important to not be afraid to play with color when it comes to designing a home.

One of her designs that really caught my eye was her kitchen. The darker green accent tiles on the wall in her kitchen is such a cool idea. She painted her ceiling blush to really make the green pop even more. I’m normally not drawn to the color green for interior design, but I thought her designs were so gorgeous that I had to share them with all of you.

Today we are going on a renovated Manhattan townhouse tour. I have to tell you this home is full of surprising interior design choices. With classic style at heart, this townhouse uses color, pattern, and texture in unique ways making this interior something you have never seen before. I love how this home balances more neutral and classic rooms with bright and loud rooms. On to the images!

Get ready because this post is all about the power of an arch. Arches have been following me everywhere lately, in person, on Instagram, on Pinterest, and even in my sleep. It seems like I keep stumbling upon the most wonderful assortment of arches and figured I’d share a handful of my favorites with you. There is just something about an arch that demands attention and automatically makes a space more interesting. Then we will also cover a handful of dreamy summer shoes perfect for exploring arches in your neighborhood.

There is nothing quite like the art of the collected wall. A term I came up with, a collected wall combines traditional gallery walls or bookcase walls and houses them both under the same name. Now, this topic is something I’m incredibly passionate about and I can’t wait to share a collection of some of my favorites. Then, we will explore spring/summer suiting inspiration that is perfect for any of these spaces.

Today is all about vintage kitchen charm! The other day I was going through my saved inspiration images and kept noticing a handful of vintage-style kitchens and thought what a great post idea. Since we are all spending a lot more time cooking at home, we could also use a bit of fresh kitchen interior inspiration. I know my kitchen could use a few new accessories to really make it pop. I can’t wait to share these great interiors with you.

I finally did it! This outdoor patio makeover is something I’ve been meaning to get to for a long time. My upper patio was in need of a transformation. Thanks to Outer, this space has never looked better! I’m in love with their armchairs that have an awesome self covering feature to help protect the outdoor pillows. The chairs are so comfortable and look great with my COCOCOZY rug. Now my outdoor patio is a great place to relax or even work if I’m in need of a change of scenery.

Holiday Style Guide – COCO’s Picks

It’s time to enhance your holiday style. And you know what that means…shopping! Here are some of my holiday essentials that will make you more stylish for the holidays. Whether you are shopping for yourself, a friend, or a family member, it can be an overwhelming process. Are you trying to find the perfect outfit? Or are you struggling to find the perfect gift? I have created a guide to help inspire you and make shopping for this holiday season less stressful. This guide includes new arrivals and must-have items from some of my favorite brands: Veronica Beard, Nic + Zoe, Revolve and Express.

Today I bring you a small room makeover! Running my own company from home, I need a place to write, strategize, plan and manage every aspect of the business. Command central of sorts! The challenge was finding some place to put an office. I have already decorated almost every inch of my current home! Well after much hemming and hawing, I thought I would try to put the office in this little corner. The space is only 44 inches. I used a desk with a marble top as the centerpiece. This space makeover proves you do not need a lot of square footage to create a functional and good looking space!  A friend of mine said this makeover might inspire a few parents too who are looking for places to set up their kids for the next few months for home school!

My favorite items are the acrylic office wall system – I will make lots of use of the dry erase boards.  I love the functionality and the look. I spend a good part of my days happily working from this pretty little spot at home!

For more home office inspiration check out one of my other posts.

Shop Dinnerware

This Shop Watch includes 9 amazing dishes & dinnerware from ABC Carpet & Home that will take your home dining experience to the next level. I wanted to bring back one of my favorite series, Shop Watch. ABC Carpet & Home is one of my go-tos when it comes to looking for dinnerware. They have a large selection of home accessories from stylish dishes to unique flatware. I wanted share some of my favorite items with you to help make your home dining experience a little more fun.

There are so many different ways to accessorize your table. Depending on the occasion or holiday, there are so many ways to dine in style. Create a cozy space for your family dinners or a vibrant table for entertaining guests.

11 Fantastic Black and White Baths

Looking for new bathroom inspiration? Here are 11 fantastic black and white bathrooms that I love. The black and white look is one of my favorite styes when it comes to designing a bathroom. After designing my black and white bathroom, I decided to share some of my favorite baths that use the classic color palette. Black and white is timeless! In fact, this style can transform your room from basic to luxurious! There are many different styles and techniques that can be explored using this color scheme.

It’s important that the room is visually balanced and stylish. I specifically chose bathrooms that use various different styles of the black and white look. Additionally, I pulled together some of my favorite designs created by my friend Steve Jones, @BetterShelter, who I worked on the COCOCOZY Design House project with. And other interior designers that perfected the black and white aesthetic.

The color palette adds modern elegance to the home. Black and white baths are a simple way to enhance the space. By adding matte lighting fixtures and accent tiles, your bathroom can become one of the best rooms in your house! Adding fun details and accessories can enhance the design even further. Don’t be afraid to play with prints and patterns to add your own twist to the classic look.

Walmart Finds: Home for The Holidays

With the holiday season right around the corner, I have found some of my holiday must-haves from Walmart! Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I usually spend the day with my family, eating delicious food and enjoying each other’s company. Due to Covid-19, our Thanksgiving will probably look a little different this year. However, that does not mean that we can’t create a wow worthy breakfast table for Thanksgiving. And it can be done on an affordable budget by shopping at Walmart! There’s no better feeling than creating a beautiful space without breaking the bank. The holidays are about enjoying time with your loved ones. I wanted to help make shopping for Thanksgiving easier so you can focus on your family, friends, and your holiday traditions.

The holiday season can be overwhelming and expensive. Finding the perfect table decor and dinnerware, can be added stress that we all do not need right now. Some of my favorite items from Walmart’s Home for the Holidays Collection includes: Gold 20-Piece Flatware Set, A Mint Green Cutlery Set with Wood Block, and a Teal Dinnerware Set. Whether you are looking for new cookware, serveware, or table decor, it is all right here! There are so many ways to make your home holiday ready.

Let’s travel to Scotland…How gorgeous is this gothic greenhouse! As some of you already know my two favorite things are: travel and castles! The architectural details of castles are unique and tell their own story. This gothic greenhouse was originally a boiler room. It was specifically known to grow camellia flowers. That is how it got its name. You can find this greenhouse on the property of the Culzean Castle. This castle was owned by David Kennedy. He was the 10th Earl of Cassilis. He had the castle reconstructed in 1792. The transformation took 15 years to finally complete. 

Some of you have already seen a sneak peak of this greenhouse on my Instagram. This greenhouse is stunning. I wanted to show you more of the architectural details throughout this structure. Especially the two-story windows that allow natural light from all angles. The property has vibrant formal gardens. And unique archways that flow from one room to another. I cannot wait to travel to Scotland to tour old castles. It is an amazing experience to explore other countries and learn about the history of the buildings.  Apart from being a beautiful country. Scotland is a wonderful place full of art, history, and culture.

Style Your Home with Roman Shades

The Shade Store’s Roman shades are the perfect window treatment to turn your room from dull to chic! For those who do not know, Roman Shades are made by one piece of fabric that will fold up as they’re raised. The reason I love these shades is because they’re functional and stylish. Also, they come in all different fabrics, textures, and colors. You can create a bold look with fun patterns or compliment your minimalistic style with a neutral solid linen fabric. They’re perfect for making your room feel elegant. It’s time to update your living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.

As you know, window treatments can be overwhelming! Especially, since there is a wide variety of styles to choose from: vertical or horizontal blinds, curtains, panels, and more. The wrong choice will make a room look outdated or too loud. Using the perfect window treatment will take your room from “oh” to “WOW.”

Specifically, these types of shades are normally seen in more traditional homes. However, now they’re starting to be seen in more modern style designs. They’re great for creating clean and modern looks. Also, you can also choose a graphic pattern to add some character to your living room. Roman Shades are amazing to play around with to find your own style.

I wanted to share the kitchen makeover process from the COCOCOZY Design House series. I realized that I never shared the before and after process of the kitchen renovation with you all. As some of you already know, this was my first time remodeling a home, which was thrilling and overwhelming. Now, it’s so satisfying to look back and see where the project started and how it turned out after ten months of work. Personally, I think that the kitchen is the most important room in every home. It’s the designated room for dinner parties, family gatherings, and entertaining guests. The kitchen is the soul of the home and needs to make a big impact when it comes to interior design.

The Kitchen Makeover

My vision for this kitchen was to make it feel bright and open, but still complemented the Spanish Colonial feel of the home. It was important that the kitchen was not only beautiful, but usable too. I wanted to create a new layout that I call a livable kitchen. It’s a concept that utilizes a space to cook and a space for dining and entertaining. It creates a more fluid environment within a home. This livable kitchen concept was used throughout this kitchen renovation. 

The original layout limited the home’s true potential. It was divided into three separate rooms, making it feel dark and small in size. I knew that this house deserved a stunning updated kitchen that can enhance the character of the house. By adding an archway, it brightened up the entire room and gave the home some fluidity it so desperately needed. Tearing down the walls and adding my own personal touch to the design, helped increase the value and appeal of this home. Having an amazing kitchen is an important investment when it comes to renovating a home.