Designer Crush: Barrie Benson

I love it when I come across the portfolio of a designer who shares my sense of style.  Barrie Benson is one them.  I stumbled upon her work the other day and have been ooo-ing and aaahh-ing ever since.  I just love how she takes traditional shapes, dresses them up in happy colors and accessorizes them with pops of the unexpected - whether it be an over-sized abstract, loud graphic rugs, or whimsical wallpaper.  Here are a few of my favorites from her portfolio:

  Stunning, aren't they?

Designer Crush: Katie Rosenfield

As I was perusing the blogosphere the other night, I happened upon the work of Southern-bred, New England based designer Katie Rosenfeld.  And let me tell you, I am in love with her aesthetic! It's so fresh, vibrant, and unique.  She seamlessly mixes modern design with classic details, but nothing is fussy or too overdone.  Take a look at what I mean:

    

Don't those spaces look like effortless perfection?!?  Make sure you check out the rest of her portfolio here.   She also has a blog that is equally as inspiring and a "must follow."  I promise it will not disappoint!