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I think that this is such a great color for a dark grey with a bit of drama.  What do you think?

I know I know... the blogging world is on fire about the 2010 Kitchen of the year from House Beautiful.. I don't live in or anywhere near New York so I will not be seeing it in person as so many have recommended.  I just wanted to share with you one thing.  I have fallen hard for this light fixture... In my "design world" the lighting can really make or break the space, just like a great pair of (funky) shoes can really make an outfit.  This light fixture makes this space for me!

The light is from Licht im Raum in Germany and it is amazing.. Check out their site for more...

Dan Marty is one of my all time favorite designers and shop keepers and has been for a very long time.  At one time he owned a shop in Costa Mesa called Les Interiors and that is where I feel in love.  His look makes me feel comfortable and alive.  Yesterday I came across an old publication that showed his home when he lived in Orange County.  (I am sorry it was just a torn out piece with no label on it.)  To look at his home then and now is really fun.  He carried so many of his treasures over and I love that.  Things can look wonderful mixed and moved.  The bottle collections and the lamps and don't forget the beautiful bamboo bed that has a new look.  The thing is that I still love the old look too.  Just amazing the slight progression but not a major change like we often see with designers.  I am looking forward to the opportunity to see his new store in LA.  Maison au Natural I am sure it is just wonderful too!