Living Room - Ocean Art

Fulcrum Structural Engineering via Houzz

I would absolutely love having this view! Since that is not remotely possible (I live in a landlocked, urban city), I thought I'd use this view as inspiration for a big(ish) piece of ocean related artwork for my neutral living room. 

There are a couple of directions I could go, the first would be a "moody" ocean, which would create a dramatic focal point and keep the room neutral and fairly sophisticated. Here are some examples: 

Richard Misrach photograph via Elle Decor

Artistic Designs for Living

Another direction would be "fun in the sun" beach scenes, like the photographs from Christian Chaize or  Massimo Vitali, I absolutely LOVE the work by both of these photographers! This type of artwork would create a more fun vibe in the room, and keep things on a lighter note, while adding some personality to the room. 

Christian Chaize photograph via Elle Decor

Massimo Vitali via Canada House and Home

Lastly, I could go with a simple, calming ocean photograph, which would add nice color to our neutral room, in a soothing, relaxing way.  

Ashley Whittaker

Lonny Magazine

Hmm, decisions, decisions! What do you think?

xoxo,

Leah

Agate Wall (Art)

I recently saw this picture of a bathroom by DKOR Interiors, and I think it is absolutely stunning!

The visual impact of the blue agate wall is so striking, especially paired with the minimalism of the rest of the white and brown bathroom. I love the mix of sleek modern furnishings and the natural elements of the agate and wood floor and walls. The agate wall is an Alex Turco waterproof art panel, that is specifically designed for spaces in contact with water, and any area exposed to extreme weather conditions, including outdoors. So amazing!

Here are two more Alex Turco waterproof art panels that I think are simply beautiful!

If you like the look, but an Alex Turco art panel is not feasible, you could easily make your own agate art panel! You could get a large scale poster of agate, like this print from Fine Art America:

or simply paper, such as these marbled papers from imagiart:

and frame it (as is or blow it up bigger) in an acrylic frame like these from Bumblejax, to achieve that seamless look, it would be simply beautiful!

Also, check out these amazing agate photos from Captain Tenneal, a ‘Rocktographer’.

xoxo,

Leah

ps -  I don't recommend putting your DIY agate art panel inside your shower or outside in the elements.