JUST AROUND THE CORNER

It's Wednesday already, wow this week is rushing out of my hands...Do you know that feeling. I had a very busy week working on different projects for my new business. In addition I started the first talks with sponsors for the next Meet the Blogger event in Amsterdam. So exiting! I also planned a trip to Barcelona in January 2011 but I can't give you the details yet as this will be a surprise for my loved one sssst...;-) But if you have any tips for Barcelona you are more than welcom to share them here.

Back to reality. Today I came across a wonderful place, a B&B in Belgium. As you are a frequent reader of this blog you might have noticed that I'm crushed on Belgium and it is so close from Rotterdam where I live. You can even stay there for  one or two nights and have a wonderful holiday feeling. This old shipyard is definitely a blast! The B&B Tielrode is part of an art galery by jewelry designer Sophie Lachaart and painter Luc d'Hanis. The decoration is minimalistic with great a eye for design. I would love to spent one or more nights in this beautiful place. Who knows one day...

images: The Designer Pad

URBAN APARTMENT STOCKHOLM

Welcome to the new week. Today I'm fascinated by this urban apartment in Stockholm. The Strahattfabriken is an old factory rennovated in different apartments. I love the natural and sophisticated styling of this apartment.

Q. WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT THIS PLACE?

via: Designattractor

ISLAND ECO RETREAT

How are you friends? How is the weekend so far? I had a wonderful time this weekend and today I enjoyed my daydream about new destinations for next year. I'm planning a trip to Barcelona, Cabo Verde and Spain. In my continuous search for inspiration I found this amazing eco-resort in Cabo Verde: Spinguera On the coast between sandy beaches with stunning view s you will find 12 fishing cottages, beautifully restored, simple and in line with the environment.

Q. WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT THIS PLACE? PERFECT FOR RELAXATION OR?

via: Wallpaper

TRAVEL MOODBOARD

Good Morning friends! I need to share this idea with you. This is a very personalize gift for you or your loved one. You can now create your own travel destination board via Not on the Highstreet. I love the idea to mention the places I've visited but I'm not sure it will fit on one board;-) 

Q. WHAT WOULD YOU PUT ON YOUR TRAVEL MOODBOARD?

images via: Not on the Highstreet

ENJOY

Need to say more?? Enjoy your day!

LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO...MANON GARRITSEN

Two weeks ago I met Manon Garritsen at the Woonbeurs in Amsterdam. She is a very talented designer from my hometown Rotterdam! How funny to meet eachother on the tradeshow in Amsterdam. I bought one of her stunning Mac sleeves in grey. It's a wonderful, lightweight and simple sleeve and I just love it. She also sells lovely felt bags and iPhone/iPad covers. Check out her website here.

Q. WHAT DO YOU THINK? WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE SUCH A COVER FOR YOUR IPAD?

images via: Manon Garritsen, Mobile Mac, Nacional Design,

TODAY I WANT TO BE IN....ST BARTHS (VIA URBAN STYLE VIBES)

Good Morning! Are you fresh and awake? Today I would like to take you on a trip to St. Barths in the Caribbean. This French Caribbean island has all you need: magnificent white sand beaches, crystal clear Caribbean water, breathtaking views, friendly people and a good cuisine. What else do you need. The images above and below show you the Hotel La Banane. This Design Hotel is an ode to the 50's. The 9 white bungalows and wooden terraces are livened up with vibrant splashes of color. Many of the furnishings were designed by the Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret.

Q. WHAT DO YOU THINK? WOULD YOU LIKE TO TRAVEL TO THIS PLACE TODAY?

You can book all your Design hotels here. I'm a Design Hotel affiliate and if you book a design hotel via Urban Style Vibes* a 5% of the total booking goes to me. 

via: Design Hotels

A ROOM WITH A VIEW...(VIA URBAN STYLE VIBES*)

Let's go on trip today to Sweden to 'hunt' for our dream home. This villa is located on the coast near Stockholm. It's a great place with a stunning view. And look at all the windows. I guess you have a view to the lake in almost every room. Isn't that fantastic?

PS. This house is for sale so if you are interested, please check it out here

Q. WOULD YOU LIKE TO LIVE IN A PLACE LIKE THIS OR?

via: Skeppsholmen

WOODEN HOUSE

Welcome to the new week! What are your plans? I had a wonderful weekend in Rotterdam. On Saturday I had a great diner with the BF in De Engel in Rotterdam and today I stayed at home to redecorate and clean a bit. Browsing the web I found this special wooden house for you as todays inspiration. This house is located in Munich Germany. Architect Susanne Nobis who designed this home and also lives here was inspired by the huge boat houses. She designed this place with a minimum of materials and a limited budget. I love the spacious living room and the light from both sides and in the roof of the house. The surrounding near the lake is another big advantage I guess.

Q. WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT THIS PLACE?

via: Cote Maison

ADORE HOME NEW YORK ISSUE

Good Afternoon, sorry to disturb you in the weekend but I can't wait to share this with you. I'm sure you know Adore Magazine but their latest 1st Birthday issue is just stunning. Please take an hour (or two) to flip through. It's full of great places and stunning homes in New York City. Enjoy reading here!