STYLE FILES – Liberating Libraries

Portland OR. Interior Design Company

It’s early springtime here in the Northwest, meaning we are still getting lots of rain and even some snow.   It’s nice to have a place to curl up with a good book on those days!  Falling into a good book can be so liberating – having the perfect place to “fall” can bring great inspiration and relaxation.  Take a look at some of my favorite in-home libraries.

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Don’t these rooms call you in to relax?  Try to imagine where you could carve out your home library. 

Enjoy!

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HOME TOURS – A Monaco Marvel

Brock Designs, Portland OR. Interior Design Company

Rumor has it that the worlds most expensive penthouse ($305 million) resides on the beautiful Mediterranean in Monaco.  This two story penthouse has a full library, infinity pool, numerous bedrooms, his and her full master bathrooms, a dining room fit for a king and every other representation of luxury that you could imagine. Come dream with me…

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Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.48.49 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel A book-worms dream!  This two story library is just breathtaking!

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.47.03 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel This masculine master bedroom has more of a modern, art-deco feel that is separate from the rest of the house.

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.46.30 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel The linen lined walls and small details soften this room.

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.45.50 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel Now this is a master bathroom!  I love the chaise lounge and the dark wood that is a contrast to the light marble.

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.49.17 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel The more feminine second master suite is so inviting with it’s cream color tones and soft touches.

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.45.15 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel “Her” bathroom has a sunken tub and hand crafted art carved into the concave wall.

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.49.48 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel By adding full length mirrors on either side of the window, it gives the illusion of a panoramic view. 

This is a great idea for any narrow space.


Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.45.00 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel This sophisticated living space has an amazing wall to wall entertainment center and beautiful crystal chandelier. 

A comfy seating area with lots of pillows give it a more casual feel.

Screen shot 2012 01 12 at 8.49.35 PM HOME TOURS   A Monaco Marvel This lanai area is just dreamy!  Yet another place I would love to have my morning coffee on this swing overlooking the Mediterranean….

what a great way to start the day!

Make it a great weekend- and remember-  do at least one thing just for yourself so you can recharge for the week ahead.

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