The Green Theme!

I can't deny that I am loving the strong presence of green in all the latest magazines.  The latest Elle Decor is even called the "The Green Issue" - perfection!

Mixed with blue is always a striking combination...

This little green chair is simply devine...

and I absolutely must have this bed...

Even touches of green (picture from Veranda Magazine) lift this room to another level. Hope you are all loving it as much as I am!  T xx

Who could resist this cover!!!

Looks like a piece of the Mediterranean right on Sydney Harbour.  Every time I look over at this cover on my desk I am reminded of the beautiful girly weekend we are about to have down in Sydney which always includes some time enjoying the harbour!  This Vogue Living is one of the best in a long time - so much gorgeous inspiration!  

Design Obsessed Traveller!

I am obsessed with all things Italy at the moment as I am planning my trip for April/May this year.  We are stuck with the wonderful dilemma of where to spend our last three nights.  I am leaning towards Capri and hubby is leaning towards extra time in Rome.  I have attached some pics of the most gorgeous hotel ever (in my humble opinion) - J K Place Capri...

This amazing hotel was first brought to my attention some years ago by the gorgeous Michelle Adams of Ruby Green and Lonny Magazine fame.  Set in the most picturesque place - the Isle of Capri...

Could anything be more gorgeous!!!  Unfortunately this stunning place will be out of our price range even if we stay in Capri as we are taking our gorgeous boys with us which means 2 rooms - we will have to save this one for down the track!  Would love some advice for travelling through Italy from all of you experienced travellers out there!  Cheers, Tracey xx

It's that kind of day...

...that you just want to stay in bed!

Perfect rainy weather makes me feel lazy - now I must get back to work...

Image from here

Dream Home by the sea!

Adoring this fabulous Spanish Mission style home that is for sale in beautiful Carmel by the Sea!

This is such a casual relaxed style of home that really appeals to me...

There is a home just around the corner from me in this style that I would love to get my hands on one day - decorator's dream!

For more images of this stunning home see here

Loving...Patterned Floors!

Whether it is tiles, carpet or painted floor boards, I am just loving all the patterned floors around lately!  What a gorgeous way to bring another interest into the room!  Here are some of my favourites from the latest Veranda magazine...

And this gorgeous example from the latest House Beautiful magazine!  T xx

New Beginnings...

The best thing about starting a new year is that it inspires growth and change!  We are so looking forward to what this new year has to bring!  Happy New Year all - I'm sure that 2012 will be one to remember!

This gorgeous image is from Cococozy blog and had to be included in our first post for the year as it is one of the most gorgeous kitchens ever and to me it shows how good design can really change your life for the better - fitting start to the new year!

Until Next Year...

Porchlight Interiors would love to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  Looking forward to catching up with everyone in 2012 - love "The Porchlight Girls"! xx

Image via Souther Living

Party Season!

One of the best parts of having Christmas in Summer are the beautiful outdoor parties we can have to celebrate the season!  I have been going through some of my favourite pics to inspire some decorating ideas!

Lights on the pool always add some sparkle...

 You can never have too many string lights or candles...

feels like Christmas to me!  Happy weekend all - hope you are celebrating in style!  Porchlight girls xx

Favourite Spaces by Vincent Wolf!

I have long been an admirer of the work of Vincent Wolf!  These spaces are so liveable and often the colour is added through beautiful fresh flowers...

Love the pink cushions and pink hydrangeas - they just add so much life to this room...

Gorgeous windows bringing so much light into the space - love the black stained floors with the cream cow hide floor rug...

hydrangeas again - stunning!

Just perfect!  Hope you have all had a great week and have a fabulous weekend ahead!  Kids have been on school holidays all this week which has been mostly lovely (if not a little chaotic!) Tracey xx

Gorgeous Adore Magazine!

Check out the beautiful new Adore Magazine here!

Thank you Loni for featuring one of our projects - what a great honour to be part of this fabulous holiday issue!  Hayley & Tracey xx

Thankful for...

Of all the celebrations, Thanksgiving is one that I wish more Australians would embrace!  Even though this has been a tough year, there is still so much to be thankful for - family, great friends, fabulous clients and work that we love!  We are thankful for the changes that come with challenging times!  Happy thanksgiving all!  Tracey & Hayley xx

This gorgeous image comes from a beautiful blog that we have only recently found - see here for more inspiration!