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UO's newest collection

I was immediately drawn into the 80's modern feel of Urban Outfitters new collection. Here are a few of my favorite pieces...

Urban Outfitters Wally flush mount s curve 80s modern geometric ceiling light with milk glass globe bubls

urban Outfitters Wally Sconce cream curved holder with milk glass globe bulb

Wall Flush Mount Light and Wally Sconce

Ruby Striped Chair

Congruent Bookshelf

Wally Curvature Chair

Sanna Floor Lamp

The lighting is the most apt to be added to the home decor. I have an electrician coming to install new fixtures both to update the old and add some brightness to some of the rooms in my home that are lacking. I could see the S curved flush mounted ceiling light in my kitchen. And, the neutral curved sconces in my bedroom. I do get a little hesitant to order lighting from anywhere that doesn't have free return shipping, though, as lighting can be tricky to get just right. But, at least I've got some inspiration to start from!

Shop the full collection here.

BREAKFAST AREA

Shortly after the main part of my home was built in 1977, an addition was added on which has now become my living room.

mountain style cabin home living room with floor to ceiling windows viewing the lake

The size of the room allows for a sectional sofa with still room to spare in the corner for use of some other sort. Two exterior windows still exist from the original home, one over the kitchen sink and the other looking in from the entryway. The smaller window I will frame out and fill in with sheetrock at some point down the road. While, the window over the kitchen sink will be removed but framed out to leave an opening between the two spaces. I considered putting bar stools in front of this window, however, since the corner is so large I think it would be better suited as a breakfast area with a small round table.

neutral grey, cream, and black living room with grey sectional sofa and arched lamp,

I REALLY LOVE BANQUETTES. AND, A (POSSIBLE STRANGE) REQUIREMENT WHEN LOOKING FOR A HOME TO BUY WAS THAT IT MUST HAVE A CORNER WHERE I COULD INSTALL A BANQUETTE.

I think this corner is just perfect for a banquette. If you're unsure what this is, check out my pinterest board here. The inspiration photos below are a modern nod to a banquette using a bench and wall hung padding instead of an upholstered bench, which is the look I am leaning towards for this corner.

black modern pedestal round dining table with a floating bench on wall with a padded backrest and linear chandelier above

via JDP Interiors

Garance Dores home with modern breakfast nook with round wood slat pedestal base dining table and padded backrest hanging from wall

via Domino

banquette bench with pad hung on wall and round breakfast table

via Lonny

A round table is perfect for a corner and will soften the room next to the sharp lines of my sectional. I'm noticing a lot of tables with pedestal bases, which I think is a fresh detail. The two options below, a wood slat version and a concrete version, are top contenders. However, there are a plethora of other options if you want to replicate the look as well from A+R, Rove Concepts, Design Public, Pottery Barn, Room & Board, West Elm, Living Spaces, All Modern, Crate & Barrel, Havertys, Anthropologie, Anthropologie x 2, and McGee & Co. I will also keep my eye out at local thrift stores as well for a similar vintage one.

via Wayfair

via Urban Outfitters

I'm drawn to the trio of gold linear pendant lights shown in the first inspiration image and found similar ones here, here, here, here, here, and here that could be nice in either gold or black.

I also think an oversized basket lamp like this could be interesting...

round table with wood top and black metal cage pedestal base and oversized basket lamp hanging above

via

Or, a terra cotta or ceramic hanging pendant light like this...

wall banquette in upholstered leather with dining table and white ceramic hanging pendant light

via Italian Bark

Lastly, an inspiration image I love for styling...

scandinavian breakfast space with a wood pedestal round dining table, cherner chairs, and neutral styling

via vtwonen

ARTIST PRUDENCE OLIVERI'S AUSTRALIAN HOME

Artist, Prudence Oliveri, purchased the home she grew up in when she was three and re-imagined it into a cool and comfortable blend of vintage and modern. Found tiles from Gather Co pair with vintage velvet and cognac leather low seating and stacked concrete lamps. The kitchen doesn't take itself too seriously with subway tiles in a shiny pale blue glaze. And, whimsical elements like a carved wood statue and mega oversized planters add playfulness.

round dining table with cognac brown leather dining chairs, terracotta roofing tiles repurposed for the floor

collection of geometric vases on dining table, wood surfboard, bright art

landscaping with lush grasses and oversized garden pots with greenery

low blue velvet lounge chair with marble side table and wood head statue, terracotta roof tiles used for floor, oversized basket to pot plant

pale green shiny subway tiles in bathroom with white modern countertop and white milk glass wall sconce

minimalist concrete bathroom with skylight

teal blue painted wood paneling, round marble side table, blue striped blanket with orange and white striped pillow

THE QUIET HOME OF RACHEL CRAVEN

Rachel Craven's neutral home was featured in Domino magazine in 2017 and it still feels so relevant almost four years later.

What struck me most is how she described her home to Domino - She "doesn't love the word restraint. It feels too uptight. Minimal and spare are too cold. Describing her house (and her way of living) as pared down implies that there's something sacrificed or missing, which couldn't be further from the truth." She goes on to say, "I like to call it quiet. The world is so full of noise. Here, I think it's important to just embrace the quiet."

RACHEL SHARES WAYS TO CULTIVATE QUIET:

1) Use color sparingly and focus instead on interesting textures

2) Seek out handmade goods and housewares

3) Embrace nature - the greenery outside can become part of the view inside

4) Refuse excess - imposing guidelines to bring in only things that are handmade or vintage, for example, might seem restrictive, but it's actually freeing

After painting my home white and my love for scouring vintage stores, this style is right up my alley! I do sure wish the custom Ramsey Condor lights featured in Rachel's home were available!

neutral bohemian bedroom with light washed wood dresser, hooks on the walls with robes, and moroccan slippers

office with wood desk and leather chair, vase with pampas grass stems

INTRODUCING...CARAVAN!

fort & field has launched a new section of the shop called Caravan! It is an assortment of items picked up on travels near and far. Think woven baskets, wheel thrown pottery, kilim pillows, unique serveware, and paintings to name a few. Some are antique or vintage. Others are one of a kind art pieces. Both of which make the hunt the fun of it! Check out some of the caravan pieces currently in the shop below! And, be sure to click through to purchase before they sell out!