0 design talk webisode 13: erika ward

Erika was one of the first interior designers that I met when I moved to Atlanta back in 2009. She has been such a great friend, mentor and inspiration to me since then! While I was in Atlanta a couple weeks ago I caught up with her to see what she's been up to.

For more on Erika, please check out her blog Blu Label Bungalow! And if you'd like more information on Room Service Atlanta, click here. Make sure you tell her Niki sent you! ;)

12 obsessed

The condo of CNN journalist Alina Cho is the epitomy of girly-chic. I am obsessed with every detail of this little space!









Decor by Bibi Monnahan // images via mixandchic.com // via Vogue magazine

5 Southern Living Magazine Feature

This month I am honored to be included in Southern Living magazine as one of Olay's picks for "southern iconic women who have left a beautiful footprint across the South". First of all, Southern Living is one of my oldest favorite magazines; I remember flipping through it with my Nana and her dog-earring recipe pages. And any press at this stage in my career is amazing! (I'm in the same spread as Emily Griffin?? Crazy!)


But anyone who knows me knows that I am a southern girl to the core. My blood bleeds Carolina blue, and I'm so proud to call Atlanta my second home. So, to be selected among such amazing women by a publication that truly represents my lifestyle is so significant to me!


Thank you so much Olay & Southern Living for including me! And if you guys have a copy, or pick one up, please tweet me and let me know! Thanks for the continued support.

3 vintage modern elle

Digging this photoshoot with singer Elle Varner styled in a sophisticated vintage.




photos via AMMO magazine//ybf.com

And I adore her answer to the question, "What's your AMMO?" She replied "My AMMO is definitely love. I try to find love in everything I do and every person I come across whether I like them or not. Just Love. Lead with love."

Me too, Elle!

1 design talk webisode 6

SIDENOTE: This video was supposed to go live last week, but YouTube held it hostage! What's up with that YouTube??


In this webisode, we're talking about the fabulous Kelly Wearstler flagship store in LA as featured in the current issue of Lonny Magazine. You can see the images we're talking about below! Have you read the current issue? What was your favorite spread?








All photos via lonnymag.com

0 kitchen bliss

Have you seen the April issue of House Beautiful? It's no secret that this is my favorite magazine, and this month's issue is especially fabulous! Look at these three gorgeous kitchens that were featured below...




I LOVE the open shelving here. The matched molding of the shelving to the crown molding is genius. And I love that baby chandelier!


This kitchen is a great example of how you can add personality to a kitchen without it looking too busy. Did you notice the silver sculptures on the back wall shelf? And how about those bar stools? All of them add character without taking away the modern feel of this kitchen.


And lastly, the most traditional kitchen of the bunch stood out to me because of the open cabinetry. I love how the plates, bowls and glassware add color to the room.


What was your favorite spread in this issue? Let me know!

0 delicious rooms

The current issue of House Beautiful magazine is packed full of delicious rooms! The "Color" issue features spaces that overflow with color and pattern. Just how I like it!!


An all white kitchen, sputnik-inspired chandelier and those tufted blue chairs... Perfection!


I LOVE this heaboard shape and the chair is to die for...


That chartreuse leather wing back chair jumped off the page at me in this photo...


This room is the ideal example of how to layer pattern and shape without feeling busy!


I love the choice of a "disco ball" chandelier in this otherwise traditional dining room.


And lastly, Tricea loved these greek key patterned shades in a dark bedroom. So beautiful!

All photos via House Beautiful

If you don't already have this issue, go pick it up! There is sooo much more goodness to see.

9 design talk webisode one

In this webisode, we're talking about House Beautiful's November 2011 issue. Have you seen it? It's gorgeous!


Bear with us, this is our first attempt at filming & my first attempt at video editing, but I think it turned out pretty fun! The photos that we are looking at are below.









What did you think!! Give us your feedback!



P.S. - Check out the magazine viewer I referenced here: Zinio

1 who knew?

Who knew there was so much variation in cowhide rugs? I'm loving all of these from the latest issue of House Beautiful. How do you feel about real animal hides? Yay or Nay

0 rue issue 6

The Rue team once again delivered an awesome issue packed full of decor, fashion and travel inspiration. Here are a few of my favorite "tears" from this issue.


The cover is stunning! It's so vintage glam...


I loved these picks from guest curator David Bromstad - his pieces are numbers 2,3 & 7! By the way, have you seen the new season of Color Splash? Crazy good!


This layout was such a creative way to display a DIY project for a "staycation" party.


A close look at the Arabian nights cover story shows more of the glamorous setting they created in this desert scene.


My favorite room in the whole issue because that headboard is SICK & paired with a canopy? Love it!


And last but not least... Bless whoever made the decision to include this little bit of eye candy. :)

If you haven't checked out the latest issue, what are you waiting on? Click here. If you have, tell me what you loved most!

4 nesting newbies issue 5

It's here! Remember when I said that Nesting Newbies Magazine would be releasing their newest issue soon? Well I was keeping a little secret! I was fortunate enough to right an article for the magazine! Working with Jodi & Lea was such a great experience and I learned a lot. I had fun with the theme and I hope you love it! Click here to see the entire new issue. It's FABULOUS! So bright, colorful and FULL of great recipes and interior design inspiration. A peek at my article below:



And don't forget about the BlissLiving Home Giveaway!! You have time to enter to win $1200 worth of goodies.