07 April 2011

abc news clip

Things have been pretty busy this past week so I thought I'd share some quick bits about what I've been up to.  Yesterday, I was on abc with DC Design House Advisor Jean Seline to represent the DC Design House on Let's Talk Live:


We had a quick live interview with anchor Melanie Hastings, who made us feel right at home.  


I had a little bit of the jitters but the interview was over before I knew it.  You can watch the interview right here: DC DESIGN HOUSE LET'S TALK LIVE   

 (When I get nervous, I have the urge to laugh as you'll see right in the beginning...  hahahah why??!!!)

I headed down to High Point, North Carolina, this past weekend and loved what I saw at Market and then returned home for two days of photo shoots with my good friend & photographer Helen Norman and her assistant FJ Hughes.   We shot 4 projects.   Here's a little peek at a recently finished client's kitchen:


{photo by Helen Norman...  who is AMAZING to work with}


Off to get ready for a meeting about a possible (really special) new project...  fingers crossed for me!


xoxo, Lauren

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30 comments:

  1. Jenny Castle DesignApril 7, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Lauren, you are a super star!! Can't wait to see your room at the Design House, I know it will be fabulous! You constantly inspire me :) xoxo

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  2. Pine Tree HomeApril 7, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    How fun. I bet I would have turned beet red. That's my nervous giveaway.

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  3. Acquired ObjectsApril 7, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Lauren you did better then I did, last time I spoke in front of people I threw up...lol. That one single picture from your clients kitchen says a lot and can't wait to see the rest. Good luck with your meeting!

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  4. Linda@ Lime in the CoconutApril 7, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Go Girl! Your whole room looked great!...as did you, Gorgeous!

    And that shot from Helen is mighty fine!!!

    Show us more!

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  5. NikkiApril 7, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Great job, Lauren! I loved your room the best (although that great room with the high vaulted ceilings was pretty spectacular, too). Your room is cozy, relaxed, but all of the details make it so interesting. Awesome work!

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  6. Verdigris VieApril 7, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    You were great Lauren! Love those Mad Hatter chairs too..

    Vie

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  7. AnonymousApril 7, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    You were fabulous! I think you interviewed very well. You seemed very poised and comfortable.

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  8. A Perfect GrayApril 7, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    lauren, you were very poised. I like that we got a little glimpse of the room - and I think that green shade on the lamp really knocks it outta the park. donna

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  9. Loretta Fontaine (EcoHappy Blog)April 7, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Lauren- I watched the interview (you were great!) and the whole house looks just amazing. I can't believe those sky-high beams that were HAND stripped in that great room. All of the designers they showed really transformed their spaces.

    Now, YOUR space. My first look at the sunny windowseat and it is heaven, heaven, heaven. Three mattresses? In three gorgeous fabrics? That's the touch that will make your room one that will be referred to again and again, long after this showhouse is over. I cannot wait to see Helen's photos of the space!

    Loretta

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  10. Kristen | Cottage ModernApril 7, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Lauren - watched the interview, and you were great! I didn't expect to see photos of your room, but was so excited when I did. It is spectacular, and far outshines the rest of the spaces--seriously. I love the attention to detail, and your inspiration for the space. This room will be a favorite among many who visit the home, I'm sure. Beautifully done.

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  11. CailanApril 7, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    It's just one thing after another, isn't it! Congratulations and hope to see more than peeks when you have time to catch your breath. :)

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  12. UnknownApril 7, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Keep us posted! I am loving reading about your success! and want to see more, more, more of the showhouse!
    XOXO
    Hooper

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  13. under spanish mossApril 7, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    You did a great job with your interview!!! Can't wait to see your pictures from the photo shoot. Good luck on the new project!!!!

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  14. JacciApril 7, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    You sounded awesome :) You have a great voice - not too high and youngish sounding. And I thought you were very articulate and winsome. Excited for you!!!

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  15. UnknownApril 7, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Nice press. You're going to be sooo busy!

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  16. kayce hughesApril 7, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    It was such a treat to see you speaking! You are a natural. Can't wait to hear what your new project might be.

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  17. Gretchen O.April 7, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I would say you are a natural at interviews...I didn't even notice the hahaha:) I can't wait to see the room, and everything else...coming up to DC in late April!

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  18. UnknownApril 7, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Lauren,
    You don't need luck. You've got it!!! Congratulations on your tv debut --- HGTV, here you come!

    xo Elizabeth

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  19. Valerie Wills InteriorsApril 7, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    So lovely to see you and hear you Lauren! Great job. SO proud of you. xxooxox

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  20. Holly Irwin Fine ArtApril 7, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Hi Lauren, Your room looked amazing, light-filled and grounded at the same time. The window seat rocks and all your special touches and accessories are perfect.
    Wish I could see it in person. Great job on the interview too!

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  21. UnknownApril 7, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Love your room! And you did great with the interview! Great job!

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  22. LindsBApril 7, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    So fun!! What a busy few weeks you have had!

    I cant WAIT to see photos of your latest projects!

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  23. Fargerike DagnyApril 7, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    omg, LOTS has happened since the last time we spoke! Am SO happy for you and can't wait to see what exciting things you're up to :)

    *am rooting for you up here in Norway! :D*

    xx
    dagny

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  24. DecRenew Interiors April 7, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Great inverview, fun to watch! You look fab and relaxed. Good luck!

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  25. Amber B (Simple Dwellings)April 7, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    How fun and exciting. Congrats on the beautiful finished product! I love that the wing chairs have a different fabric on the back! Great attenton to detail. :)

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  26. AnonymousApril 7, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    Great interview; you were poised and sophisticated and so gorgeous! You rock, girl!

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  27. mrsbenApril 10, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Lauren, splendid job on both the space and the interview!!!!!
    -Brenda-
    P.S: Not only do you resemble my nephew's wife but you also sound like her and have the same body language. You could be twins! :)

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  28. Mrs.GarofoliApril 11, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Lauren-
    Huge fan from Denver!! I love the sneak peek of the kitchen because I want that tile for my house. Can you tell me where you found that multi-colored tile???

    Thanks!

    Kali

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  29. LaurenApril 19, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    hi Kali- sorry I'm just now seeing this! It's a Pratt & Larsen tile. love them too! :)
    xoox,
    lauren

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  30. MicheleApril 20, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    ha, was about to ask where that gorgeous tile was from, but somebody beat me to it!

    love your blog & your style is impeccable--organic, refined, comfortable, beautiful. thanks for all the inspiration!!

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~Lauren