House of Turquoise

and teal, robins egg blue, aqua, sky blue, seafoam green, and ocean blue

Emily Gilbert




I love the warm yet refined vibe of this room captured by Emily Gilbert, a photographer out of New York City. (Remember these rooms?? Her talent too!) This space was actually part of the New Jersey designer showhouse Mansion in May and was designed by Christine Thompson. I love the ribbon detailing on the sofa, and how it’s mirrored in the stripes on the painting above. All of the molding is absolutely breathtaking too!

A bit of sad news to share today. Last week my grandma passed away, so I’m headed down to Iowa today to say goodbye, and to celebrate her life with my family. My grandma has always been a huge inspiration to me in countless ways, and I’m so grateful that she lived to be 90. She will always continue to inspire me, but I’m going to miss her so much…

I’ll see you guys back here on Friday.

Grandma and me on her 90th birthday back in May

Comments

  1. So sorry for your loss. 🙁 Seems a little trivial and self-absorbed to include a remark about the rooms, in light of this sobering news.

    However,

    honestly,

    that painting is a showstopper. Can't stop looking at it. Any information about the artist?

  5. Dear friend, you look so sweet together in this picture from May! I am so sorry for your loss! You will always carry her in your heart, she will be with you!
    My beloved grandma, who raised me to a large degree and which was closer to me than anybody else in my family, passed away 8 years ago at 101! I think about her every day and it makes me happy!

    The room is stunning, I adore the colors, the sofa with it's taylored look and lines, the painting and of course the magnificent photography.

  6. It was so nice of you to do this beautiful post for us to enjoy when you're in the middle of grieving for your grandmother. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. It's wonderful that you had such a close relationship with her, but I know that will make you miss her even more. Have a safe trip to Iowa.

  7. My sympathies about the loss of your grandmother. When we love and respect we never want to say goodbye regardless of age. May her memory always be with you. The picture of the two of you is priceless. You are in my thoughts.

  8. I'm so sorry to hear of your Grandmothers death. It's so heard to lose someone we love. I lost my grandma many years ago but still miss her and think of her often. So glad she was a part of my life. My thoughts we be with you.

  9. I am so sorry for your loss – my grandma is very ill right now and it is so unbelievably tough watching this beautiful woman I have grown up with, almost fade away. I hope you have a beautiful celebration of her life with your family.

  12. many hugs and prayers to you and your family on the loss of your grandma. 90 is an amazing achievement, and you were very blessed to have so many years to love her! safe travels!

  16. I'm so sorry to hear about your Grandma. Take all the time you need. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Have a safe trip!

  18. Thanks for the post Erin! Sorry to hear about your grandmother- I feel honored to share your beautiful post with her. 90 years of life is quite amazing- let her inspire you forever!

  19. I am so sorry about your Grandma.
    I know you will cherish all your good times together. Thank you for this inspiring blog.

  20. I am so sorry about the loss of your Grandma but you were very lucky to have had her for 90 years. I love the way your necklace matches the flowers in her dress. Hang tight to the memory of her.

  21. You are in my thoughts. I lost my grandma 4 years ago on Christmas Eve. I miss her terribly, but I know she is always with me. Your grandma will always be with you too.

  22. Awww, Erin! Saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved grandma! She sure was a cutie, and so are you! You are lucky to have had her for as long as you did – 90 years is a good long life. She must have been so proud of you! Prayers to you both, you are in my thoughts on this sad occasion. Travel safely dearheart. — Kimberly

  28. I'm sorry to hear of your grandma's passing. My grandparents raised me (for the most part), so I can say from personal experience…there's nothing better in this world than grandparents. They leave a mark on our lives and hearts like nothing else can. I'll be thinking of you over the next few days.

  31. Sweetie,

    So sorry about your lovely grandma – but what a wonderful, long life! I'm glad you had so many years with her – those will be precious memories. Have safe travels to IA and thank you for taking the time to post such gorgeous photos in light of what's going on for you right now.

    xoA

  35. Beautiful lady…looking quite good for 90yrs. old. I lost my sweet Grandma in the 6th grade, she is in my thoughts still all the time, Granny's have a big impact on our lives…may her memory always be with you. Have a safe trip, will be thinking of you!

  39. My condolences. May God give you peace and find comfort in the warm memories that you shared.

  46. What a great tribute to show that beautiful picture of the two of you. She still has a sparkle in her eye, and I bet it is because you are so close to her. She was feeling your love.