Decorating for Urban Rooftops

Decorating for Urban Rooftops • via @SavvyHome

If I could redecorate my building’s rooftop deck, it would look a little something like this…

Decorating for Urban Rooftops • via @SavvyHome

Decorating for Urban Rooftops • via @SavvyHome

Ever since I moved into my new place, I’ve been itching for summer to arrive. Why? Because come summer, I will have a rooftop with pool. In fact, as soon as bikini weather arrives, I highly plan on converting my rooftop into an office for at least an hour or two a day. After all, I only need a laptop and an iced latte right?

But there’s one thing that worries me a little: the decor. Since the building is brand new, I have no clue what type of outdoor furniture will live up there. Will it be comfortable? Will there be shade? Most importantly, will it look good? The one thing that you can’t control in a high rise, is the common areas. And based on the ones decorated so far, trust me that I have reason to worry.

Decorating for Urban Rooftops • via @SavvyHome

If it was up to me, the rooftop would have a casual boho modern vibe. The kind you would find at the Soho House Chicago: endless banquettes and rows of striped long chairs, lots of wicker pendant lamps, greenery, string lights… and daybeds. Oh how I would be comfortable working under the shade of these daybeds. Lowney, if you’re listening, I’m volunteering for the job!

If you’re ready to revamp your outdoor area, YLiving is having and Outdoor Furniture & Lighting Event with up to 20% off hundreds of products. Even better, they’re giving away a Vondom Faz Daybed to one lucky winner!

 

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1. Vessel Architectural Pottery Planter 2. Laika Medium Plus Pendant 3. Innit Acapulco Chair 4. Mamagreen Stripe Daybed 5. Thomas Eyck Stripe Pillows 6. Taji Teck Lounger 7. Jetset Tables 8. Kartell Jolly Side Table 9. Bludot Marble Table 10. Harbour Outdoor Dining Chair

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Images via Soho House Chicago.

What’s on Your Vanity?

From perfume trays to ring holders, here are the vanity essentials that will keep your pampering station organized.

 

VANITY

Whether you opt for a classic vanity, or a desk or desk version, look for a piece with drawers that will hold enough acrylic make-up organizers for all your beauty needs. That way you can keep your vanity vignette looking pretty. When it comes to mirrors, bigger is better. Hang it horizontally for more eye-level reflection.

SEATING

Make sure you’re comfortable when sitting at your vanity with an upholstered stool or chair. If you’re repurposing a chair that isn’t comfortable enough, finish it with a faux fur pillow or sheepskin throw.

LIGHTING

Lighting is key around the vanity. Opt for a space with as much natural light as possible. Hang pendants as low as possible and always have a light source at eye level. Nothing is more unflattering than overhead lighting when doing your make-up. Sconces or a table lamp are good options. Candlelight always casts a very flattering light, as long as you have alternative sources of lighting.

PERFUME TRAY

Displaying your perfume collection is the easiest way to add a dash of glam to your vanity—and sometimes, the serveware section is the perfect place to find the perfect tray. Opt for a sexy white marble tray (it’s technically a lazy susan so it rotates—bonus!) or a shimmery metal version. Arrange a single bloom like a peony in a vase for an extra cheap thrill.

STORAGE

From baskets and bowls to bottles and ring holders, you can never have too many containers to store and organize your baubles. Store oversized items like hair dryers, brushes and body lotion in bigger baskets. Arrange lipsticks or nail polish bottles in a bowl. Keep an array of ring holders, bottles and catch-alls for jewelry. Store cotton balls in jars and makeup brushes in cups.

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Holiday Entertaining: Kitchen Essentials

The holidays are upon us and the stress of entertaining a slew of people is creeping in. It’s often just before the holidays, as we’re planning the Christmas dinner menu, or putting the final numbers of the ever growing guest list, that we realize that our kitchens are actually missing a few essentials. Maybe there isn’t enough napkin rings for everyone, maybe our pots and pans collection is in dire need of updating or maybe we’re just looking for fresh entertaining essentials.

Whatever the need is, I’m sure the main thing on all our minds is “budget!” – we’ve already got a mountain of gifts to buy and, in some cases, a 5-course dinner for 20 to plan (champagne and oysters included thank you very much)! Am I right? Luckily for us, eBay is filled with brand new quality table setting and kitchen essentials, often at very reduced prices, and I’ve prepared a few collections to help you find what you need!

For kitchen essentials, gift ideas and more, follow my collections on eBay!

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