Sunday, July 1, 2012

7.1.2012///A NEW PROJECT, "VACATION", A BOAT, A BEACH + A CAR FULL OF TREASURES


///In the past week I have picked up a new client, lost a dear assistant, slept what seems like 4 hours, ate a really burger, got my first spray tan (no comment's please) and felt a little overwhelmed. Who knew being the kid who worked in his PJ's picking lamps and shams for people would get overwhelmed...well let me squash the rumor that my/our job is easy. Rewarding, YES, but not a walk in the park by any means...

And with that, let's get back to the thing that keeps the lights on around here...work. I am silly with excitement to begin a project that has been almost 3 years in the works for a friend here in Seattle. With nods to Darryl Carter, my dear Grant Gibson and Jon Call, I plan on transforming an already well built 3 story condo into what will hopefully look like a cottage in the English countryside...we shall see. Linen is our friend.



///To help with the stress I decided to take to the water on a weekend adventure to Port Townsend and beyond for some salt air, antiquing and amazing pizza...as well as a little quiet.




///All of the paint textures, salt faded buildings and rough textures always help to recharge my creative batteries even though it was grey and 55 degrees out...






///The antiquing gods were WITH ME this weekend as my car was overflowing with great finds. I must have put out into the universe good thoughts for this new project because we are off to a fantastic start. Barely back from unloading the car, I sit here thinking about how I need to get away more, even if just 60 miles away to change perspective. I am constantly preaching about keeping your eyes open but it only works if you change the locale as well. Keep your eyes peeled kids.

1 comment:

Lydia Dantzler said...

love the ZAK + FOX fabric choice for your new project, I can't wait to see how you use them! And thank you for the reminder to keep our eyes open - it's easy to do when looking at your inspiring photos!
Sad to hear about the loss of your assistant, but excited to see what new beginnings are in store for BP Interiors!

Especially for those of us that would jump at the chance to take her spot on your team - you'll have no trouble finding exactly the person you're looking for!