brass lighting

I am really into brass right now especially brass lighting. I think it brings a lot of warmth to a room and is modern while still being classic. Here are a few of my current favorites. Have a good Monday everyone!

1. Arteriors Osgood Pendant  2. Asterix handmade brass pendant by studioPGRB via Etsy  3. Polyedres by Hubert le Gall via 1stdibs  4. Billy Cotton Pick Up Chandelier  5. Seven handmade brass pendant by studioPGRB via Etsy  6. Visual Comfort Vendome Chandelier by Thomas O'Brien  7. Mary McDonald's Pythagoras Brass Pendant Light via Lighting Luxury Style  8. Visual Comfort Cube Caged Lantern Pendant Light via Horchow  9. Jonathan Adler Meurice Rectangular Chandelier 

realty round up: east nashville, tennessee

Nashville is just a short four and a half hour drive from St. Louis and while I have visited several times, I have yet to have the opportunity to really explore the city.   Besides or rather in addition to being the country music capital, Nashville has a vibrant arts, culture and food scene. The presence of the many universities (Vanderbilt, Belmont and Tennessee State University being the most well-known) results in an overall young age distribution with 22% under 18, 10% from 18 to 24, 33% from 25 to 44. This age distribution contributes to one of the city's most recent recognitions as "one of the most stylish cities in the south" according to Southern Living Magazine. 

In choosing a neighborhood to feature, I selected East Nashville for its stylish and laid back vibe, many great restaurants and historic charm. The area is located across the river from Downtown and includes the neighborhoods of Historic Edgefield, Shelby Hills, and the East End to name a few. Some local gems include:
- The Pharmacy Burger Parlor and Beer Garden - part burger joint and part biergarten -what is not love
- Marche Artisan Foods - a European style cafe and marketplace 
- Holland House - well known for making a superb cocktail

House #1: $0 - $250,000

information and images via Zillow

Completely renovated in 2009, this home makes the most of its small space. My favorite aspect of the house is the tin roof and front porch.  

House #2: $250,000 - $500,000

images and information via Zillow

This home has a great open floor plan and large kitchen which is often very hard to find in older homes.  It also has a beautiful back deck and yard perfect for entertaining. 

House #3: $500,000 - $750,000 

images and information via Zillow

This is the highest price house on the market in East Nashville right now according to Zillow. It is need of updating but mostly just cosmetic changes. Otherwise it is a beautiful historic property that seems to have been meticulously maintained. 

House #4: $750,000 - $1,000,000

images and information via ZIllow

To feature a home in this price range, I had to change neighborhoods. This home is located in the Belmont and has been recently renovated. I especially like the back exterior side of the home.  

Have a good weekend everyone! 

Al Fresco Entertainment Spaces

I was planning to continue my resource review of The Distinctive Home today, however, I need a bit more time with it. So in honor of the amazing weather we have been having in St. Louis (below 80 and no humidity!) today's post is a collection of beautiful al fresco entertainment areas.

But first, I wanted to recommend some further reading from yesterday's blog- ratios for determining how much house you can afford.This morning on NPR's Morning Edition there was a story entitled "Pent-Up Demand is Boosting Home Sales, But Can It Last". It is a quick read or listen and it presents both sides of the argument on whether the recent increase in home sales is sustainable or not  - so check it out!

1. Design by Andre Price Jackson via Sunset  2. Design by John Ward Designs via Australian House and Garden  3. Design by Jean-Louis Deniot via Habitually Chic  4. Design by Diane von Furstenberg with Remodelista via Remodelista  5. Home of Ryan Benoit and Chantal Aida Gordon via NY Times  6. Design by Pamela Shamshiri of Commune Design via House Beautiful