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Welcome! Thank you for visiting my weblog. I am Irene, Elisabeth Pouw, a Dutch blogger. As blogger I am connecting my readers with beauty, style, quality and craftsmanship in various subjects like interiordesign, architecture, haute couture, photography, art etc. I created this blog to share my passion for decorating as well as the many other things which inspire me. From time to time I am also highlighting certain interior designers, decorators, architects, stylists, photographers etc. I hope you enjoy your visit. Feel free to give a comment on my blogs. I will react back as soon as possible. Best regards, Irene Pouw from Holland.

11 november 2026

Kitchen Inspiration (09): Minimal stainless steel kitchen island for a Paris apartment

Would like to share with you this beautiful kitchen design. Dutch studio i29 has designed a minimal stainless steel kitchen island for a classical Paris apartment. What a beauty! 
Interior architects i29 created the island to house a sink and cooking hob, while keeping the profile as thin as possible. "Our aim was to develop a kitchen system that seems to disappear in space," said the designers. "The design is reduced to its absolute minimum, having a top surface of only a couple of centimetres thickness with all water, cooking and electrical connections included."  
The rest of the kitchen appliances and storage spaces are hidden behind white MDF panels with mouldings that match the other walls around the apartment. Created by cabinet maker Simon Sintenie, the panels open up like doors then slide back into the walls to reveal coffee machines, a desk and shelves for storing food and utensils.  
"In the case of this apartment in Paris, where the kitchen concept is installed, an existing profiled wall is exactly copied on the front panels in order to integrate the solid volume with the monumental space," the designers said.  
The kitchen island is positioned in the centre of the room, with glass french doors in front and floor-length windows that lead to a balcony on one side. 
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Sources: i29 and Dezeen Magazine
More inspiration: Pinterest

Lighting Design: Timeless Opulence ........

A few pieces caught my eye this week like these beautiful handmade crystal chandeliers from the Irish company Noel Finan Waterford. The chandeliers look so elegant and sophisticated. Could not resist to share it with my readers ......... Hope I can inspire you too. :-)
More about the company
Quote: "Established in 1995, Noel Finan Waterford made chandeliers and sculptings. They are committed to the purest quality, magnificent design and have highly trained and skilled craftsmen. Also designed to embellish, empires, places of historical and iconic importance and residences and offices of exceptional character".
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 Source: NOEL FINAN WATERFORD
Note: these pictures have been placed with approval of Noel Finan Waterford

10 november 2026

Furniture Design: The Leather Ox Chair .......

Could not resist to share this interesting furniture design with you. This black leather chair, named the Ox Chair, is a true symbol of power and could be a good choice for any office. The chair is big and looks very comfortable. The headrest of the Ox Chair is bigger than a normal one and specially designed to be in tone with the chair's name and to represent two ox horns. The Ox Chair is designed by Hans J. Wegner and available in 4 colors. This is a repost of my blogpost of 23-02-2012. Be Inspired .......
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Sources: Freshome and Citrondesign.se

08 november 2026

Architecture: Villa Topoject in Gyeonggido, Korea by AND

Would like to share with you today this beautiful villa Topoject in Gyeonggido, Korea by the company AND. The house is located in a small valley in a mountainous area near Seoul, Korea. While the valley slopes up, series of houses intermittently continue facing a 3 meter wide road. Instead of making walls or fences towards the road, the house gently lifts up the topography to form private spaces inside. The house opens up toward the south view and a small creek on the side.

It is a home for a couple who wants to enjoy rural life while still commuting to the city. It is a small house, but at the same time, it is a house that entails rich stories. The residents are in contact with land like farmers; also, they observe nature like tourists. I published this blogpost already on 03-12-2014. However, today I added some more information and photos and republished it again. Be Inspired ........


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Sources: AND, Dezeen Magazine and Blog Naver

Credits:
Architect:  AND = Architecture of Novel Differentiation
Eui Yeob Jeong (principal), Tae Kyoung Lee
General Contractor: AND
Structural consultant: THE Structural Engineering Co.
Photography is by Byun, Jong Seok.

02 november 2026

Editorial: Daga Ziober Serves Modern Elegance for ELLE Germany


Photographed by Andreas Ortner, model Daga Ziober fronts ELLE Germany’s October 2026 issue set against the sun of Turkey. She moves between sharp tailoring, soft layers and jewelry that gives the outfits a reason to look twice. Be Inspired .......





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Source: FASHION GONE ROGUE
Photography:  Andreas Ortner
Hair and Makeup by Sascha Wobido
Styled by Pia Leonie Knoll

01 november 2026

Photo Love: A pocket filled with cuteness ........

Today I came across this lovely photo from a kangaroo mother with her little one in her pocket. Could not resist to share this photo with you. :-) Be Inspired ......... 
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Photo via PINTEREST

Landscape Gardening: Beautiful garden 'Stadstuin' by Munter Tuinprojecten

 
While surfing on Linked-In today I found this wonderful garden design called project 'Stadstuin' at the Dutch place Vlaardingen by the company Munter Tuinprojecten. What a beautiful garden project, I am totally in love with this design! It feels so inviting, spacious, enjoyable and consistent. Love the terrace place too with the beautiful outdoor furniture and fireplace as well as the quality of the chosen materials and the craftsmanship shown here. Be Inspired ........ I wrote earlier more blogs about garden design, SEE HERE

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Photos via HOOG DESIGN

30 oktober 2026

Lighting Design: The sophisticated minimalistic floor lamp 'Aerial'

While surfing on internet this afternoon I saw this sophisticated floor lamp 'Aerial' designed as a partnership by Falke Svatun & Bjorn van den Berg. Tall, slim and with a heavy foundation, the Aerial floor lamp is a study in Minimalism. With a strong, curvy neck made of powder coated steel, a LED light at the top and a neutral granite bottom, Aerial fits many different settings. Isn't it a beautiful design? Get Inspired .....
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Photos by Lasse Fløde.

Fashion: Monique L'Huillier S/S 2026 - Elegant evening gowns .........

 
While surfing on internet I found these elegant evening gowns designed by fashion designer Monique L'Huillier from the season S/S 2026. Could not resist to share them with you as I am a huge fan of this inspiring designer. Earlier I wrote more blogs about Fashion, SEE HERE. Be Inspired .........   





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Source: Monique L'Huillier
Photos: courtesy of Monique L'Huillier

27 oktober 2026

Art Nouveau: Refined dragonfly pendant by René Lalique

Would like to share with you today this beautiful and refined Art Nouveau dragonfly pendant from René Lalique. I am a huge fan of his work. René was a French glass designer known for his creations of glass art, perfume bottles, vases, jewelry, chandeliers, clocks and automobile hood ornaments. I added several links for more information about his fantastic artwork. Be Inspired .......
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Photo found on Pinterest, source unknown.
Other sources: ARTNET, RLALIQUE and MUSEELALIQUE