Hasta La Ideas

From Julie:

Sally and Mark Bailey, the proprietors of Baileys Home & Garden in the UK, espouse a simple philosophy: “Repair, reuse, rethink.” They applied these principles to Whitecross Farm, their home in on tiny village of Ross on Wye in Herefordshire. “One of our favorite things is to reuse unloved bits and pieces (small or large) that we find on our travels, and give them a new lease of life. It’s our version of recycling. Abandoned bobbins from old textile mills turn up on our shelves as egg timers, lamp bases, or string holders; scraps of floorboard become mirror frames, tables, or even kitchen units.” Photos via Light Locations.

TO: Remodelista readers seeking to flee the winter freeze.
FROM: Ace Hotel & Swim Club in Palm Springs, opening February 12, 2009. Interiors designed by free-thinking LA-based Commune; tamale carts and sno-cone bar, outdoor massages. For a short time, room rates will start at $89. Go to Ace Hotel for reservations.

From Julie:

This brownstone in Clinton Hill has an appealing Squid and the Whale vibe. We like the fact that the owners had the courage to allow the original Victorian light fixtures and the retro kitchen range to remain in residence, and left several distressed wall surfaces as is. Photos by Verne.