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It’s been raining for what seems like ages in New York, and I’m desperately trying to put myself—and my home—in a sunny summery mood. The easiest way to do that? I’m donning my brightest, cheeriest outfits and adding a few breezy objects in my apartment.

I was totally inspired by my friend and designer John Loecke’s (jloeckeinc.com) home. Every room in his Brooklyn townhouse feels like an escape. I love the bold tropical pattern on this rattan chair. It’s actually what motivated me to start looking for inexpensive items I could incorporate into my decor that would give my abode a little island flavor. And tropical glamour is everywhere this summer.

Here, a few of the affordable castaway-inspired finds I’m in search of:

  • A jute or sea-grass rug
  • A vase filled with real (or lookalike fake) leafy shoots or palm fronds
  • Leftover pieces of grasscloth wallpaper (ask a local wallpaper distributor for samples) to frame and hang on the wall
  • A picture frame that looks like it’s made of bamboo
  • A cane side table

2 Comments

1. Hi Wendy and welcome to HG Openhouse! Love your friend’s home - mixing tropical colors with brown is yummy! Sounds like you have a fun shopping trip ahead of you! :)

by susan — 6/12/09 at 10:10 am #

2. Welcome Wendy,

We are excited to have you join us. I’m looking forward to reading your great blogs and enjoying your perspective on house and home. Love your island feel and cravings for color. I’m with you. I enjoyed John Loeckes designs and his wonderful color stories.
I’ll stay tuned!!!

by Cathy — 6/13/09 at 11:39 am #

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