California Style

Since last Friday's announcement of our upcoming move to California, I've been experiencing relief.  Knowing that our friends and family are now aware of the big changes ahead for us, I feel like I can begin 'California dreaming' (aka decorating).  I so love our current home but I'm excited about creating another look and feel for our new abode.  Not yet having bought a house on the west coast keeps the concepts very broad,  but I would love for it to be a mix of midcentury glamour and ethnic touches.  Call it bohemian chic.   Layered rugs, comfortable and eclectic furniture, gold accents and one of these for sure.

 The chairs I recently spied at Reside [see below] would fit the look perfectly.  I'm seriously considering buying them for the house we don't own yet.  What do you think?

 I received so many wonderful comments about our move.  Thank you all for  your well wishes and sharing in our excitement of it!

So Pinteresting: 7 Of My Favorite Gold Accented Spaces

Whether in a grand estate or in a simpler home a touch of gold adds elegance and glamour to a space.  The rooms I found on Pinterest are not grandiose nor royal but rather unassuming and comfortable, yet with accents of gold these rooms take on an unexpected depth and interest.  Take a look at 7 of my favorite pins:

Which is one is your favorite?  Have you gone or would you go GOLD?

I added a touch of gold in our kids' room, but will sure be bolder in our next home, wherever may that be.

images via pinterest