Best Kitchen Paint Colors: ski

<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-utR-wyNrnXg/T1Ol5AxgzQI/AAAAAAAAHiw/Pu8h4thy6HI/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Wine%252520cellar%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Wine cellar" border="0" height="671" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-HYeTEuGAUDI/T1Ol5t0sVGI/AAAAAAAAHi4/bXznGAqP0RE/Aspen%252520Wine%252520cellar_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Wine cellar" width="504" /></a> Finally we have some snow on the ground in Boston. It’s getting me excited for our ski trip to Aspen this year. As you know Dave and I are always scanning the real estate listings and we happened upon this gorgeous property for sale in Aspen. Of course at $39 Million USD, we couldn’t even get in the door, but its fun to dream. I thought you would enjoy a cyber tour of a home which caters to the rich and famous. So lets pretend it actually is my house and I am taking you on a personal tour. I would first bring you to our stone wine cellar to have a yummy glass of wine, before we started our imaginary home tour! <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0YCG_n56o_k/T1Ol6Oky_DI/AAAAAAAAHjA/j4DpT2JRVV8/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Great%252520Room%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Great Room" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-o2evT5buVr4/T1Ol7SY77SI/AAAAAAAAHjI/KpZ96A1HowQ/Aspen%252520Great%252520Room_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Great Room" width="604" /></a> We would then make our way to the extraordinary great room. I would point out the antique hand hewn beams and we would admire the craftsmanship of the stone work. Notice the arch in the fireplace and the how it mimics the entry arch to the left. We would also take in the spectacular view of the slopes. <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-x7IFJqNPtpQ/T1Ol73QbNJI/AAAAAAAAHjQ/DsFScqRyMIQ/s1600-h/Aspen%252520kitchen%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen kitchen" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0g1G1v6vl5w/T1Ol8Q2hcKI/AAAAAAAAHjY/ooKUYSj8-e8/Aspen%252520kitchen_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen kitchen" width="604" /></a> Next we would make our way into the kitchen, I would point out the floor and how we used limestone and antique wood for a wonderful effect. We would laugh about which center island to stand at because of course there are two!! <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SYWoObB6-Q8/T1Ol8iT5MKI/AAAAAAAAHjg/tQ60WJiJICE/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Dining%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Dining" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-tB1SAprCTfU/T1Ol9IzuxYI/AAAAAAAAHjo/7ZgWmfXXEF0/Aspen%252520Dining_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Dining" width="604" /></a> Then we would head into the dining room. We would talk about the gorgeous faux paint techniques and we would compliment the artist on his excellent fresco work. I would point out how the faux painting really enhances the arch in the dining room, making that architectural feature even more impressive. You will say how you love how it mimics the arches in the great room and I will be so impressed that you noticed. <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1zp5Ix9lO3Y/T1Ol9ivUuFI/AAAAAAAAHjw/K89VfiSBBBA/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Pantry%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Pantry" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-T0qn3AB2Mno/T1Ol-NDTx2I/AAAAAAAAHj4/4zwzFmwmCto/Aspen%252520Pantry_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Pantry" width="604" /></a> Then we would pop into the pantry – You know I love pantries and this one is spectacular. Notice the beautiful wood ceiling. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SQtG1mwFg_w/T1Ol-x5oIAI/AAAAAAAAHkA/wZ6n2Yg1yDQ/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Billards%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Billards" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Ai9uSxg7qcE/T1Ol_a9EWYI/AAAAAAAAHkI/Bbf4vAouw6I/Aspen%252520Billards_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Billards" width="604" /></a> Then we would meet the boys in the Billiards room! It would be so cozy and inviting! Notice the wood work and the stone arch entry – love the juxtaposition of those two materials. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-e43qKIab_D8/T1Ol_5uAm9I/AAAAAAAAHkQ/saG8u9AD7LY/s1600-h/Aspen%252520MBR%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen MBR" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-wRZEGo1phBg/T1OmAcTqwvI/AAAAAAAAHkY/1j5_N05TwLM/Aspen%252520MBR_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen MBR" width="604" /></a> We would head to the master bedroom and you would “ooh and aah”. We both would love the beamed ceiling and the faux fur throw on the bed! You would ask about the big ottoman. I would say the kids love to lay across it! <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VSoq2t_TX24/T1OmBIYjVUI/AAAAAAAAHkg/MLrXf12yEqk/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Porch%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Porch" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZZ9mIYKcajY/T1OmBoG87MI/AAAAAAAAHko/XYrzJYto0_s/Aspen%252520Porch_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Porch" width="604" /></a> We would head outside to enjoy the sunset – I would point out how much I love the herringbone brick patio – You would tell me how much you love the interesting mantel around the fireplace which mimics the ceiling. We both would laugh at the animal heads and antlers. I would say they creep me out, but Dave likes them!! <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-djviXXeWns0/T1OmCNhgX6I/AAAAAAAAHkw/-IYP9jmR1-U/s1600-h/Aspen%252520Pool%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen Pool" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5qXWYvjftgU/T1OmCQJlj1I/AAAAAAAAHk4/rZ1XHShnMT8/Aspen%252520Pool_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen Pool" width="604" /></a> We would head to pool area and take in the spectacular mountain views. We would both say how we didn’t want to put our bathing suits on in March!! <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FSuEsJ0XtaI/T1OmC2DwM_I/AAAAAAAAHlA/XurGvaVDPs8/s1600-h/Aspen%252520house%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img alt="Aspen house" border="0" height="454" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-OG_3kI-wskA/T1OmDtAXTbI/AAAAAAAAHlI/1gbJ6zAgCWk/Aspen%252520house_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Aspen house" width="604" /></a> You would say the exterior is breathtaking and I would agree! Then we would head back to the wine cellar for another glass of wine. Of course this was just a pretend tour, but if you want to see more of this exceptional property click <a href="http://www.craigmorris.com/index.php?func=listings&ix=1&m=1909011&filter=set,all&sort=price,desc&type1=on&type2=on&type3=on">HERE</a> to see the real estate listing. The new owners are going to be very lucky people!! (All content copyrighted by Willow Décor and not to be used with out permission. All photos Sotheby's)

Aspen Beauty–An Imaginary Dream Tour!!

Finally we have some snow on the ground in Boston. It’s getting me excited for our ski trip to Aspen this year. As you know Dave and I ar...

<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfoiRKqwNNPbKz8KaFdjHDaR7VnQMpivtE4XWD1H1tU1WYLF0KS58kddRGILpluu_-gHLRQFCyysN3HsUn_PFMQDnq52tnfHsojVzQWJIUDJENMZLFjq-FuVN5Lbz7-BZ6_DvWx1D0UxAG/s1600/sWEDISH_DECOR_1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5553888941862205698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfoiRKqwNNPbKz8KaFdjHDaR7VnQMpivtE4XWD1H1tU1WYLF0KS58kddRGILpluu_-gHLRQFCyysN3HsUn_PFMQDnq52tnfHsojVzQWJIUDJENMZLFjq-FuVN5Lbz7-BZ6_DvWx1D0UxAG/s400/sWEDISH_DECOR_1.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 253px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a>Several months ago a reader sent me these photos of a beautiful ski home in Vail, Colorado. She thought I would love the Swedish decor which is so unusual in a ski home. The dramatic entry immediately caught my eye.</div> <div align="center"></div> <div align="center"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232162044898391394" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SJxfqJ1zNWI/AAAAAAAAAdo/vmp-OaIAVD0/s400/SWEDISH+DECOR+ENTRY" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; DISPLAY: block; CURSOR: hand" /> Of course I fell in love the hand painting on the walls and the beautiful Swedish Mora clock.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232162039283801138" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SJxfp07LXDI/AAAAAAAAAdg/uP1siL8CaKA/s400/SWEDISH+DECOR+CLOCK" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; DISPLAY: block; CURSOR: hand" />Most ski homes are predominately wood and stone, but I loved the lightness of this space. The cathedral ceilings and natural wood floors are enhanced by the pale green painted cabinets and soft yellow painted furniture. Notice the chairs are each embellished with the birth dates of owners and their children. I love the gorgeous natural light streaming into the kitchen area. <img alt="" border="0" height="216" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232162046396462530" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SJxfqPa99cI/AAAAAAAAAd4/L_WheHWOmA4/s400/SWEDISH+DECOR+LIVING+ROOM+2" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; DISPLAY: block; CURSOR: hand" width="296" /> The living room also has incredible light. The blue delft tile fireplace is lovely. Again notice the painted furniture, lace curtains, light upholstery and rugs - so unique for ski house. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232162043630302402" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SJxfqFHdtMI/AAAAAAAAAdw/HRNa5UD5S9w/s400/SWEDISH+DECOR+LIVING+ROOM" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; DISPLAY: block; CURSOR: hand" /> I like how designer, Jan Chenault, mixed antiques with reproductions, like this amoire with a mirrored front to disguise the weight of the piece and to reflect light around the room. Very smart! <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232161353248942978" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SJxfB5PuK4I/AAAAAAAAAc4/imTbcIKwSJw/s400/SWEDISH+DECOR+MUDROOM" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; DISPLAY: block; CURSOR: hand" /> But my favorite is the Ski Locker Room. I love the paint combination on the ski lockers. It also looks like the owners names are painted on them in blue. What a wonderful retreat for a lucky family. <div align="center">To see more of this beautiful home click <a href="http://www.mountainliving.com/Mountain-Living/November-December-2007/Slopeside-Sweden/">HERE</a> </div> <div align="center">(All Photos Mountain Living ) </div></div>

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