About Me

Mijn foto
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 love decorating & bringing beauty and harmony into interiors. 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.

07 juni 2025

Inspiring architectural photography by German photographer Marc Fischer

 
While surfing on internet I found these beautiful architectural photos from the German photographer Marc Fischer. This award-winning photographer is renowned for his minimalist work, defined by clean lines and precisely placed shadows. He began his career in fashion and editorial photography before dedicating himself to architectural photography. Passionate about geometry and driven by a desire to capture architecture from a fresh perspective, he set out to explore and rediscover buildings in his hometown, Düsseldorf, as well as other European cities. Be Inspired ........
 










Thank you for reading this blogpost.
Sources: MARC FISCHER and Architecture and Design
Photos: courtesy of Marc Fischer

06 juni 2025

Favorite Painting Color: Great color called 'Magnolia Green' for the bathroom

Love this green painting color 'Magnolia Green' for the bathroom. Design Guru and Fixer Upper star Joanna Gaines revealed earlier her favorite paint color 'Magnolia Green' for bathrooms. Although this blog is a repost from my blogpost of 26-08-2018 I think it is still a timeless, fresh and elegant color to use. Be Inspired ......
Thank you for reading this blogpost.
Source: Elle DecorPh. via Country Living US.

Color Inspiration: Color It Green ........

Copper-rumped Hummingbird (by Dave Irving).
For my longtime readers, I guess you've noticed already that I love colors. Above you will find inspiration in green hues. Like this little green hummingbird below and this photo from the beautiful forest in Chamrande, France. Or the gorgeous green design from Valentino as well as the lovely green, handmade wallpaper by Fromental. And last but least ..... this great design hocker called 'Mr. Grasshopper'. Aren't they beautiful? See also my Pinterest account for much more color inspiration (link below). This blogpost is a repost from my blog from April 2nd, 2018.  Have a lovey day! 
Chamrande, France.
Design hocker Mr. Grasshopper by Peter & Mirjam Carels. Source: Tafel-design
Handmade wallpaper by Fromental - Paradiso in Kelly.
Valentino, green detail.
Thank you for reading this blogpost. 
For more color inspiration, see my Pinterest moodboard: 

05 juni 2025

Fashion & Art: Mondrian dress by Michael Barnaart van Bergen

Would like to share with you today this interesting Mondrian dress by designer Michael Barnaart van Bergen (Mondrian design Yves Saint Laurent 1965). This blogpost is a repost of my blog of 07-10-2014. Be Inspired ......
 Mondrian dress by Michael Barnaart van Bergen
Mondrian dress by Michael Barnaart van Bergen
Mondrian dress by Michael Barnaart van Bergen
Mondrian day dress, Autumn 1965 by Yves Saint Laurent.
Source: Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History.
Art by Mondrian

Thank you for reading this blogpost.
Sources: Michael Barnaart van Bergen and Metropolitan Museum of Art
For more Inspiration, see also my PINTEREST account

02 juni 2025

PFW: Stunning S/S 2023 Haute Couture collection by Gaurav Gupta, Part 02

 
Be Inspired by this stunning haute couture collection from Indian master couturier Gaurav Gupta for the season Spring/Summer 2023, seen at Paris Fashion Week. Earlier I wrote more blogs about Haute Couture, SEE HERE


More about the designer and his S/S 2023 couture collection

Gaurav Gupta is the third Indian designer ever, to show at Haute Couture Week and at Palais de Tokyo, he unveiled his spring-summer 2023 couture collection. Known for his sculpted designs in couture and ready-to-wear, his themes in surrealism and fanaticism, as well as his fine jewelry make him sought after. The Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM) chose Gupta to be on the official calendar because of his quintessential Indian core, of incorporating indigenous construction and the flamboyant details of his craftsmanship.

Graduating from Central Saint Martins in London, Gupta launched his brand in 2004 and today, he has been able to create a brand that permeates on the world’s stage. Having dressed Megan, Thee Stallion at the Grammy’s last year, Jennifer Hudson, and Latin artist Maluma at the Latin Billboards has allowed him the opportunity to grab the attention of the celebrity world. The man and woman that wears Gaurav Gupta are quite unique with a distinct personality.


“My brand is very couture and futuristic but rooted in detailed craftsmanship,” says Gupta. “Our aesthetic is usually described as future primitive as I mostly draw inspiration from fantastical, surreal themes and hence, it’s almost like a parallel spectrum that we think in. The woman who wants to experiment, make a statement, feel glamorous, and is confident is the woman who wears the brand. She’s self-aware, travels and likes to dress up in fantasy – with a purpose and somebody who is artistically curious and has a keen eye for detail.”

“Haute Couture Week is the mecca of fashion. It is an honor to represent our country and partake in a spectacle which celebrates the art of couture and supreme craftsmanship. The team and I were eagerly looking forward to exhibiting the world of Gaurav Gupta on such a revered global platform, which has been uniting the world with fashion – bestowing creative opportunities upon couturiers who have been creating magic,” says Gupta.

Thank you for reading this blogpost.
Sources: GAURAV GUPTA and FORBES
Photos: courtesy of Gaurav Gupta

01 juni 2025

Craftsmanship & Elegance: Beautifully carved marble staircase in Paris ........

While surfing on Linked-In this morning I saw this beautifully carved marble staircase at the Hotel National des Arts et Métiers in Paris. It's a perfect blend of craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Leading gracefully down to the gallery level, the staircase is a striking feature that reflects the hotel’s refined design aesthetic - where classic Parisian architecture meets modern minimalism. Be Inspired ........


Thank you for reading this blogpost.
Source: Architecture and Design