Showing posts with label university. Show all posts
Showing posts with label university. Show all posts
1.10.12
student spaces: beach inspired room
This post marks the beginning of our Student Spaces features! This week, we are featuring the bedroom of Western 2nd Year MIT student, Jessica Pirraglia, who drew inspiration from the beach while decorating her room at school.
Key Pieces:
- Lamp is from Walmart
- Bedding and Canvas Paintings from Homesense
- Side table, chair, and desk are from Ikea
- Vanity is from Winners
Thanks Jess for sharing your room with us!
Stay inspired,
8.8.12
duvet drama
My goodness, there are some HIDEOUS duvet covers out there. My biggest struggle this summer (in terms of prepping to furnish and decorate my apartment) has been finding ONE nice duvet cover that isn't typical of a university student. Correction*: one nice duvet cover that will fit a double mattress, since my small apartment bedroom won't fit a queen and a desk. Below are some of the options that I've found for people who might be having the same struggle.
(from left to right)
First Row:
1. N Natori Fretwork Duvet Cover (($159.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
2. Kas Eloise Mini-Comforter Set ($69.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
3. Dip-dye Duvet Cover & Shams ($166.10 at West Elm)
Second Row:
1. Trina Turk Trellis Duvet Cover ($199.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
2. Eivor Leva Duvet Cover and Pillowcases ($69.99 at IKEA)
3. N Natori Chapan Duvet Cover ($159.99 each at Bed Bath and Beyond)
Third Row
1. Organic Diamond Texture Duvet Cover + Shams ($92.97 at West Elm)
2. Echo Design Scarf Paisley Duvet Cover ($129.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
3. Anastasia Purple Comforter Set - Queen ($329.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
Happy shopping!
(from left to right)
First Row:
1. N Natori Fretwork Duvet Cover (($159.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
2. Kas Eloise Mini-Comforter Set ($69.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
3. Dip-dye Duvet Cover & Shams ($166.10 at West Elm)
Second Row:
1. Trina Turk Trellis Duvet Cover ($199.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
2. Eivor Leva Duvet Cover and Pillowcases ($69.99 at IKEA)
3. N Natori Chapan Duvet Cover ($159.99 each at Bed Bath and Beyond)
Third Row
1. Organic Diamond Texture Duvet Cover + Shams ($92.97 at West Elm)
2. Echo Design Scarf Paisley Duvet Cover ($129.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
3. Anastasia Purple Comforter Set - Queen ($329.99 at Bed Bath and Beyond)
Happy shopping!
Labels:
apartment,
dorm,
interior design,
student,
university
9.7.12
dorm room decor on a budget
Nobody wants a drab dorm room come fall. If you're on this website, you've probably already been looking for dorm decor inspiration for a while. Moving into a tiny space doesn't have to mean you should give up all of your room design hopes, so below, I've collected some fun ideas for your new space! Enjoy!
Also, be sure to leave any other tips or ideas you may have in the comments below!
1. Simplicity does not have to mean a boring space! Don't go overboard while shopping for dorm supplies, this will only crowd your already tiny room. Bring in just a few key pieces to make your space yours. In this photo, the student has hung a print instead of the typical college posters, has traded in the standard dorm room chair for a more interesting (and most definitely more comfortable) chair, and has brought in great accents such as a floral lamp and a white rug. Clean, simple, and not your average dorm room.
2. Find interesting pieces to put on your desk. Mix in organization, artwork, and a DIY letter or two and you've got a glamorous workspace!
3. Maps are a great way to dress up the walls in your dorm. Bigger maps make for a great statement piece in your space.
4. Make organization fun (and adorable). This DIY-er made a one-stop spot for their monthly calendar, food plans, to-do lists, and chore lists for the entire apartment!
5. Display your jewellery. Now, of course this depends on if you trust your roommates to lock the doors of your dorm (and not to steal said jewellery), but this simple touch, done with tacks on a cork board, definitely dresses up your room!
6. Lighting is everything. If you don't like the lights in your room, bring an extra lamp. If you want to dress up your room, bring a statement lamp! Great lighting will make you enjoy being in your room a lot more.
Labels:
dorm,
interior design,
student,
university
3.6.12
this week on the interwebs
THIS NYC APARTMENT of designer Diane Von Furstenberg on Brunch at Saks.
THIS SHIRT for photoshop addicts by Dodge & Burn.
THESE QUOTES to keep things in perspective.
THESE WAYS to be a better roommate (from dorm to degree).
THESE FIVE THINGS that every blog should have.
THIS BIRTHDAY CARD.
THIS WOOD-HEAVY HOUSE on Design*Sponge.
THIS READLIST for advice for graphic design students <-- MTP anyone?
*** Also, Readlist is a really cool online application that bundles a group of web pages (articles, course materials, anything) into an ebook that gets sent to your Kindle, iPad, or iPhone.
THIS FOOD BLOG. Seriously, if you are into whole food blogs, you HAVE TO check this out!!
THIS VIDEO about black holes colliding. Sort of blew my mind, ok?
THIS TRAILER. For what, you ask? Why, for the Les Miserables movie, of course!
Hope you enjoy this casual Sunday morning!
Labels:
student,
university
1.5.12
make the most out of your university summer vacation
This exam season has left me with multiple joys as a result of stressful times. The rockies have decided to emerge on my face and I'm pretty sure some of my hair has fallen out (oh joy). Luckily, my post-exam stress is pretty much diminished and I can finally start focussing on the things that I want to be doing this summer. This great article from Thought Catalogue has inspired me to write about what everybody can do to make their breaks more enjoyable and valuable, and how to make the most out of the summer.
photo by moi!
Labels:
personal,
student,
university
28.3.12
wish list: my best friend note pouch
I've had the link to this adorable note pouch saved on my Macbook notes for a while now. I love how it has just enough space for my Moleskine notebook/daily planner, a few pens, and whatever notes I accumulate throughout the day. AND it's small enough to fit in my purse. At $37.95, it's a great storage solution that I will hopefully be acquiring soon!
Labels:
personal,
student,
university
22.3.12
inspiration: bicycles
Now that it seems as though we've skipped past spring and gone right to summer, I'll hopefully be bringing out my bike soon. I can't wait to be able to ride to class or around London on a snow-free road with the sun beaming down on my skin. I'm also obsessed with these vintage-looking bikes and wish that I had an excuse to buy one!
Hoping that you all are taking advantage of the sunshine. My thoughts go out to those who still have cold and/or dreary weather!
TTFN,
Labels:
inspiration,
university
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