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    TRANSITION FROM WINTER TO SPRING

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Somehow while I’ve been busy working on projects and dodging all the rain, Spring has sprung! I think I’ve been working way too much and just need to breathe some open air! Spring makes me want to jump in a jeep, take off down a dirt road and find a rustic lake house!

    So now that we are hitting April, I’m all about summer houses and lake houses and spring cleaning. I still love all the same rustic homes I love in Fall and Winter, but when its Spring and summer they take on a whole new vibe…. Somehow, they are just more open, lighter and brighter.  A lot of it is how we decorate and how we entertain in the warmer months. The blankets go away and outcome the bathing suits and shorts!  

    Since I have the designer gene, I always want to change everything over to Spring and Summer for a few months and then bring back Fall when it comes back around. Obviously, you don’t change wood or paint every time it changes seasons so if you love your dark wood just lighten up the accessories for summer! It’s a known fact I am a cold weather girl, so I don’t change a whole lot around because I love all my things…but I do have a few decorative things I change around. Skis get traded for oars and I have a few cute things I throw around like maybe a wreath or wood sign that scream “It’s Summer” … I do love all the flowers, so I go full summer with those, and I always love to change out my table décor year-round. I keep my faux fur pillows out all year…just my big faux fur throws get put away. I like to store as little as possible! So, for me, just plants, and pops of color is the easiest way to keep up with the seasons!

    Holiday décor is another topic, but I love pops of any holiday, no matter what the season is!!

    How much decor do you change out for the seasons? Accessories? Linens? Plants? Pillows?

    Carrie

    XOXO

    INSPIRATION PHOTOS WITH A VIEW

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    My world is like having 10,000 browser tabs open at once! I am always looking for inspiration pics! Usually anything that involves a house interior or exterior.  I cannot wait to move to wide open spaces someday, but until then I live through inspiration and I am grateful for the view that I have which isn’t too bad:) But when I’m scrolling and find that “OMG I want to live there, or OMG I want that”  pic then I know I’ve found something I want to share!

    This is one of those pics! The view, the rustic charm, the bright energy, a few of my favorite things!! I think its true talent when someone can capture that perfect “I can picture myself living there even” moment in a photo! You’ve got to love social media…you can transport yourself anywhere, anytime!

    My list is simple because I know I can transform anything on the inside. So, the view, light, and surroundings are on my must have list!

    Achieving the right rustic balance does take some work. Its not just adding wood…. sometimes rustic can have too much of a good thing. If you have too much texture such as wood and stone, it will pull dark…and if you have too much dark it will be dreary not cheery! I know I sound like a broken record but that’s why I always say mix it up with textures!

    A view and natural light is like winning the lotto! Sometimes that’s not an option. If that’s the case, then lighten up your texture and your colors or at least part of it.

    What’s on your list? What makes you stop and say wow when you see it?

    Carrie

    XOXO

    RUSTIC BARN CHARM

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Now this is some Texas Rustic Barn Charm! For all of us who love a good barn…here’s a 10,000 sq. ft barn sitting over a pond on 540 beautiful acres! I love Texas…lots of barns, horses and ranches! I think I’ll add this to my list of places to stop right alongside the Round Top antiques fair…which I’m still trying to make it to! Beautiful ranch venue and credit to @hiddenriverranch in Lampasas Texas. This barn is true rustic with elegance!

    What’s not to love about rustic wedding venues…you can make them your own whether you are wearing cowboy boots or glass slippers!  I don’t know if it’s being outdoors, the barns, or that it’s OK to sip champagne with your BBQ and drink beer with your entree.  Maybe it’s kicking up your boots or kicking off your shoes…there is just something real about a rustic ranch wedding.  

    What’s your wedding style…are you cowboy boots or glass slippers?

    Carrie

    XOXO

    Tennessee Interior Design

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    I never knew there was such a thing as “Entry Envy” but I have now experienced it! What a wow entry from Tennessee designer Teresa Davis at Post 31 Interiors. It’s not just my obsession with wood that drew me in…ok, so maybe it was the wood initially, but I love the whole space!!

    So, once you get past that gorgeous wood…that arched door, those perfectly placed beams, OMG that ceiling and plank floor. Many of us who already embrace the farmhouse, rustic, ranch, barn style have been mixing rustic with crystal for many years. But to add a grand piano in that amazing rustic foyer is priceless!

    The use of rustic wood elements isn’t just for rustic wood cabins or for the country. Just like in my blog titled “Get off the Reclaimed Wood Fence”, the yin and yang of wood paired with more refined elements is the perfect wow factor and is being used with all design styles!

    What are your favorite rustic elements?

    Carrie
    XOXO

    Are You on the Reclaimed Wood Fence?

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Some of you may be on the reclaimed wood fence and aren’t exactly sure what reclaimed, re purposed or salvaged wood is all about. Is it old, dirty, costly, does it fall apart? Is it a true gem that is unique, priceless treasure? I believe it’s the latter and here’s why….

    It’s irreplaceable, sustainable, has a mysterious history, can hold up over indefinite years, be ripped apart and put back together.  All while maintaining its strength, character and beauty!

    How lucky are we that history repeats itself! The other day I thought, “What if wood could talk”? Kind of reminds me of that old saying “If these walls could talk” … just think of all the stories and secrets behind reclaimed and salvaged wood! You may even have wood that spans over 3 decades or came from far away.

    Back in the day mature wood was a diamond in the rough, skillfully milled and constructed, and built to last for centuries! It had a job to do, and it did it well.  Today we are in a hurry, mass produce, glue, break and replace. That’s why reclaimed, re purposed and salvaged wood has become so popular!

    Are you ready to reclaim your wood and add some character and beauty to your space? You have two choices…tear down an old barn or building, haul it and refurbish it yourself, or purchase it already restored by a reputable company.  I personally would go with door number two rather than dismantle my own building but that’s up to you.  Heritage Restorations restored all of these beautiful barns from the 1800’s!

    Reclaimed, re purposed wood is priceless…but in case you are wondering, here are a few general cost guidelines for your next project:

    Floors                        $9-$20 sf
    Countertops            $30-$200 sf
    Ceiling and wall      $$4-$7 sf
    Beams                       $$5-$100 sf
    Stairs and risers      $25-$100 sf
    Mantel                       $$200-$1000 sf

    Keep Repurposing!

    Carrie
    XOXO

    The Rustic Home

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    I love raw, organic, rustic style and if your reading this you probably do too. No matter what you call it…. farmhouse, log home, timber frame, rustic luxury, log cabin, mountain home, or ranch, there’s nothing like it! Is it the character? The sturdiness? The natural textures?

    Yes, and so much more….

    It’s the feeling when you look up and see a high exposed beam ceiling while being surrounded by wood, stone walls, iron accents and grand fireplaces. It’s being able to use an over sized scale that allows you to be bold in all the right places. It’s the beauty of Hand-hewn beams, large plank floors and age worn finishes. It’s unique one of a kind mill work peaking around every corner. It’s windows with character that allow you to breathe in the view. It’s the fine details like a Dutch door or farmhouse sink. Porches that make you want to stop and sit. Barns that make you want to move in, and bordering stables to spend more time. I love this open floor plan design from Carolina Timberworks!

    If you’re ready to take the rustic plunge, check out these websites that offer farms, ranches, land and horse property for sale:

    www.landandfarm.com

    www.landwatch.com

    www.land.com

    www.horseproperties.net

    www.ranchland.com

    www.landsofamerica.com

    www.ranchandfarmproperties.com

    www.christiesrealestate.com/eng/lifestyles/farm_ranch

    www.ranchflip.com

    www.farmflip.com

    Happy Hunting!

    Carrie
    XOXO

    BARNDOMINIUM

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Barndominium

    You know that old saying, “Were you born in a barn”? How fun would it be to say, “No but I live in one”!

    A barndominium is a great way to have the ultimate rustic living style, it’s basically a wood structure with living quarters. Not where you keep your horses in the barn and have a room above it, although we would all love that…. These are reliable, luxurious, durable post-beam structures. For me it’s the open interior and dramatic tall, open ceilings. You can be connected to your horse stalls, tack room, feed room, garages, or work space. Just add a basement, decks and a front porch and you have it all!

    Who wouldn’t want to live in an old refurbished barn, or a timber home that looks like a barn or has a large open living area? Its rustic meets modern with industrial flair. Its new and old and has something for everyone.

    I Can’t drive by a barn without wanting to stop, get out and see what’s inside!  Barndominiums are the perfect solution if you want to live where you work. Its more economic than having 2 separate spaces, and so much trendier!

    I see a lot of builders embracing this concept by renovating old structures or designing new ones. I hope someday to be going over plans for my farmhouse, ranch or barndominium, just any home with character, lots of wood and surround by the open outdoors. But until then I love seeing all of yours!

    I love how rustic design has taken over and all the new ideas and terms that go with it. Do you have any favorite rustic homes to share or any terms that we haven’t heard of?

    Carrie

    XOXO

    Horse Art You Will Love

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Seriously…I love horses and I love horse art. It can go anywhere, with anything, and is always the first thing that anyone notices when they walk into my home. However, searching for the right one is a journey….you know it when you find it and then you just have to have it! At least that’s what happens with me..more than a few times haha….I just can’t say no to those eyes!

    Horses go with any style: farmhouse, equestrian, contemporary, cottage, rustic, lake house, traditional, coastal, modern. Here are a few of my favorites. Just click on the links below to order.

    https://www.zgallerie.com/p-9453-winter-stallion.aspx

    This is one of my personal favorites from Z Gallerie. It’s over sized, neutral and distressed, which makes it the perfect piece! “Winter Stallion” by Samantha Carlisle.

    https://www.eleganthorsepictures.com/dearing-dark-eyes.html

    Another one of my favorites is this print from Lisa Dearing. I happen to have this one also. Its inexpensive and looks great in an old distressed frame.

    https://www.lonestarwesterndecor.com/wild-winter-horse-canvas-wall-art.html

    If you want a little more action try “Wild Winter” from Lone Star Western Decor. This is a stunning piece!

    Let me know if you have a great piece of horse art…I am always looking for new ones!

    Carrie
    XOXO

    Goodbye 2018!

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Hello 2019…

    I just returned from Colorado one of my favorite places to visit! I had a great time and always love seeing my friends! One of my favorite places when I visit is main street in Parker, Colorado. It’s like a Christmas movie! Luckily, I held off a cold I picked up until I returned home! Then boom, I got a bad one…I guess there is a first time for everything because this was the first Christmas I have ever been sick! I did still manage to pull Christmas and some last minute projects together. I did a lot of resting in between which meant I watched a lot, and I mean a lot… of Christmas movies! Christmas movies are the best… every movie has the perfect cozy rustic house, a bakery, cute small-town stores, fabulous winter fashions, along with dogs and horses and lots of romance….I just wanted to jump into each movie…who says we can’t have it all…

     I know I’m not the only one that wants to move to a cute little town, open a cute store where you know everyone that comes in, and have the cutest rustic house on the block just like in those movies! That’s what I love being in design…everyone should be surrounded by everything they love and create picture perfect memories, just like in those movies! Bring on 2019!

    Well 2019 starts in less than 8 hours…so as I say goodbye to 2018 and get ready to bring in the new year, here were a few of my favorite things I will carry with me into 2019:

    Design inspiration, projects, ideas, country music concerts, wood, flea market finds, cowboy boots, the stables, animals, spending time with family and friends, meeting new friends and much more….

    Happy New Year to all…. I hope you star in your movie this year!

    Carrie
    XOXO

    High Wood Beam Ceilings

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    Carrie Bachmayer
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    Talk about a dramatic space…this is an amazing inspiration photo from Vance Fox.com. Warning…must love reclaimed, re purposed, barn wood and other natural wood products. Yes, its a neutral palette with a lot of wood but you could definitely add pops of color and different textures to balance it out. I am in love with wood and with this interior….but for those of you that would like a little variety with your wood but the same wow factor…here are a few ideas:

    Most of the dramatic style is because of the whole design including the height and shape of the ceiling so changing out a few materials will still give you an amazing look. Break it up a little and keep the high wood beams as a focal point. Want just a little less wood? Remove the wood on just the ceiling but kept the wood beams and painted the ceiling white, the beams wood be a dramatic focal point. Or maybe you might keep the wood ceiling but use a few different materials on the walls. The rock fireplace is a must stay but maybe a few other smooth textures such as a smooth stone, cement, plaster or metal could be great furniture or accents in the space and break up the wood just a tiny bit. Run wood vertical on a wall if you want to add a more contemporary twist. One of my favorite looks that can go with any style is hand hewn wood beams ran horizontally on a wall with plaster showing in between. If you space out your wood it will break up the log cabin feel while keeping a rustic style. So whether your all in or just want a touch…adding wood to your home is a must and this beautifully designed interior has it all!

    Carrie
    XOXO

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