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simple outdoor kitchens

Emily Oster

While outdoor cooking might be on its way out in other places, here in St. Louis the fall is the perfect time for grilling and outdoor dining. Its no longer a hundred million degrees out, the bugs won't eat you alive and you can even enjoy a lovely post dinner fire. Jeff does a lot of grilling and we enjoy eating outside whenever possible so I would love to one day have a designated outdoor kitchen. I tend toward the more simple ones as they seem more doable and not so extravagant. Below are a few favorites. Have a great weekend and happy grilling!

From top left - IKEA kitchen via REMODELISTA - source unknown - DIY kitchen via Instructables - design by Third Nature Studio via Apartment Therapy - source unknown - Newport Beach home via Julia Ryan - source unknown

From top left - IKEA kitchen via REMODELISTA - source unknown - DIY kitchen via Instructables - design by Third Nature Studio via Apartment Therapy - source unknown - Newport Beach home via Julia Ryan - source unknown

updated project list for our master bedroom

Emily Oster

Last night, I lay in bed unable to sleep and started thinking about what projects we have left to finish in our master bedroom. The list is surprisingly not that long which, of course, gave me the itch to get things done. I also already took care of one of the projects last week - changing out all the old electrical outlets and having our lamps rewired - so I am feeling the momentum from that little task.

1.  Replace/Paint Window and Door Trim - Our bedroom is basically the only room in the house to have different window and door trim - so annoying! And while this might sound like a super involved project, I think its actually not that big of a deal because we have really primitive modeling - a simple triangle header with basic 4 1/2" sides. We even have the leftover, pre-primed wood from when we did the project room. Maybe Jeff could accomplish this task in a weekend...

2. Caulk Gap Between Wall and Ceiling - When they installed our nice new ceiling (a year ago!) a gap was left from a difference in material thickness. Jeff has already fixed this issue in the office and again its pretty simple - just some caulk and paint. 

3. Paint Baseboards - A detail I didn't originally tackle. The doors also need to be painted but I think we will just pay to have all the upstairs doors sprayed at one time. Although, I sort of what to change out the existing 6 panels with 2 panels as I think that was what was original to the house.

4. Purchase and Hang Curtains - We have three windows that all have lined bamboo shades but I would really like to layer them with curtains. Curtains tend to always be an expensive project even if you are not doing custom so I having been searching the sale inventories and am interested to see if our new Ikea might have something. I go back and forth between wanting white or a soft pattern or West Elm has some chambray that have caught me eye. 

Linens and Draperies by Les Indiennes via Luxe 

Linens and Draperies by Les Indiennes via Luxe 

5. Armoire - We have an old Ikea armoire that I was all excited about moving into our bedroom and painting a soft color. Then I looked at the piece a little more careful and I don't think it would be worth the effort. So now I am searching for a Craigslist one to refinish!

Bedroom Cupboard by Plain English

Bedroom Cupboard by Plain English

6. Purchase a floor lamp - We don't have overhead light in our room so I have been meaning to get us a floor lamp for the longest time. I am thinking brass.

Other things more on the long term/be patient list are: purchase a spindle bed (I never stop searching!), hang more art, find an interesting chair to place in the corner (next to the floor lamp), always love more bed linens and re-work our closet. 

For similar posts see this Spindle Bed entry, a bedroom inspiration post with Bradshaw Kirchofer or for inspiration images of bamboo shades click here

resources for hollywood regency style

Emily Oster

Hollywood Regency is a design style named for the Southern California industry and lifestyle of the 1920s to the 1950s that inspired it. Connected with glamour and opulence, distinct elements such as mirror, brass, fretwork and bold shapes characterize many of the pieces. The style in its purist form would be a bit much for most people. But, there are many styles and types of styles that look totally modern and are, in fact, being replicated by current furniture and home decor companies. Two of my favorite places to look for Hollywood Regency pieces are Palm Beach Regency and Circa Who. Both out of Florida where the design style was hugely popular, these two stores have a great collection of unique pieces - just watch out for shipping charges!

It should come to no surprise that I tend to gravitate towards the wicker/rattan pieces.

I also tend to go for the faux bamboo pieces as I especially like how they look refinished and painted in a fresh color. 

Faux Bamboo Bench via Circa Who

Faux Bamboo Bench via Circa Who

The classic campaign style is also a popular design for Hollywood Regency that I love. 

Chic Campaign Double Dresser via Palm Beach Regency

Chic Campaign Double Dresser via Palm Beach Regency

Another great thing about this style is the lamps. I look for ones that are larger in scale and have simpler shapes like these two. 

Pair of Creamy White Ceramic Lamps via Palm Beach Regency

Pair of Creamy White Ceramic Lamps via Palm Beach Regency

Pink Pagoda Lamps via Palm Beach Regency

Pink Pagoda Lamps via Palm Beach Regency

And then there are the pieces that don't really fit into a type but are just cool or have great lines or would be interesting items to have. 

Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs via Palm Beach Regency

Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs via Palm Beach Regency

Pair of Willow and Reed Settees via Palm Beach Regency

Pair of Willow and Reed Settees via Palm Beach Regency

For related posts check out Campaign Furniture, Craigslist Search Terms and Rattan.