Interior Envy

I see a lot of houses. A lot of beautiful houses. We listed this home a couple of months ago and every time I see it, I fall more in love. It's shot right to the top of my dream list. The interior of this home is exactly what I would want my house to look like, but I am lacking that vision to be able to put together anything even remotely this beautiful. Did I mention, the owner is also a professional designer?

Living Room - A fun mixture of sleek modern pieces mixed with interesting antique pieces.

Another view of the living room and great wet bar (the little window on the right).

I couldn't be more in love with this kitchen! Subway tile backsplash, black honed granite counter tops and glass front cabinets. Their kitchen always looks this perfect. Ugh.

One of my favorite ideas EVER. I love this space for so many reasons. This is what most people would use as the breakfast room - open to the kitchen. Its also the room that everyone naturally flocks too - why not make it comfy and inviting? The great windows curve outward to widen the space. You can't see them very well but the 2 photographs on the wall behind the chair fascinate me. They are photos of what looks to be a happening South Beach party in the early 90's. Every time you look at it you notice something new and interesting. Have you figured out how much I love this room yet?

Another view of the kitchen. The recessed cook top is such a neat idea.

Master Bedroom. Its like a posh hotel room. My next bedroom better be able to fit a couch and chair. The antlers on the wall are something I would never imagine but such a special touch.

A view of the master showing the great study nook that opens up. Another one of my favorite features.

A close up of the little study with a wall of built in cabinets and shelving. Love the modern white Lucite desk and the traditional shape of the chair.

Guest bedroom - inviting, right? You can't tell but the prints on the wall are amazing. Different front doors from what I am thinking is Italy or somewhere exotic.

Master closet - this is really what you would refer to as a "dressing room" because you would totally want to hang out in here. I love the Juliette balcony with French doors and wall of windows for natural light. I also love the unique chandelier! Seriously, who would think to put a chandelier in their closet, but its amazing!

Dining Room - another amazing chandelier and wall of windows. This is another example of the owner's ability to really juxtapose modern elements with antiques.

This view shows the front door and entry.

Super cool powder room with funky hand-painted wall paper by David Hicks. I would never have the vision to pick this but it really looks awesome. You also can't tell from this photo but the mirror is amazing.

So, I am working on taking in the details of this home and trying to bring them into my own life. Wish me luck because this is a skill that does not come naturally to me. Also, if anyone has any awesome blown-up photographs of early 90's South Beach parties, let me know because I am in the market! 

Any advice?