The Man, The Myth, The Legend
March 6, 2013 at 9:45 AM 8 comments
A few months ago, Kate and I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Mr. Jonathan Adler, what a sweetheart! We attended the book signing of his latest and greatest, 100 Ways to Happy Chic Your Life, at his store on Fillmore St. in San Francisco.
Giddy with enthusiasm and slightly star struck by this design legend, we snatched up copies of the book and began flipping through this beautifully published hardback as fast as we could, only to feel a slight pang of disappointment. For whatever reason, it wasn’t what we were ‘expecting’, but isn’t that exactly what made Jonathan Adler exactly who is today? By giving the people what they’re not expecting. So once again, the old saying, “don’t judge a book by its cover” proves itself true.
Upon getting the book home, I realized Mr. Adler had done it again! The book is comprised of 100 tips on how to create a happy and unique home, the best part being how extremely tangible the advice is for all budgets, styles, and households. For those of you that dont own the book (yet), I wanted to share with you my favorite tidbits from his first 50 tips.
No 3. Have Breakfast in a Happy Place - Behold the power of the nook, have a place to get your morning bearings.
No 11. Maximalize the Bathroom – Treat it as a real room by adding lamps, flowers, or art.
No 24. Give Small Space Some Love - Take advantage of a nook, area between windows, or awkward corner and make an office!
No. 33 Patina is Priceless – Jonathan recommends choosing friends with a few dings, too.
No. 45 Reuse and Repurpose – Using objects for their unintended purpose brings and added element of surprise.
Boat cleats as hooks
Maybe he’ll inspire you with a few simple changes like he did me?
~Allie
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dmm | March 6, 2013 at 11:14 AM
Allie & Kate, Wonderful that you got to meet Jonathan; he’s such an innovator and his fresh take on the “60′s Vibe” is new again! Have several of his books, but not that one so I’ll find it soon. . . love the Adler Tips you chose to share; bravo!
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Glynnis HaywardGlynnis | March 6, 2013 at 11:16 AM
Very interesting – thanks Allie and Kate. Good advice – especially the happy place for breakfast.
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katecollinsinteriors | March 6, 2013 at 1:04 PM
That was my favorite tip too! I literally went home and created one after I read that
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Mom | March 6, 2013 at 12:05 PM
Allie Great Job. You are both doing so well.
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bridget | March 6, 2013 at 12:40 PM
Great post, Allie! We have put most of these tips in place in the remodel. Feels good to think we just might get the approval of the great Jonathan Adler! Also makes me want to read the rest of that book.
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katecollinsinteriors | March 6, 2013 at 1:05 PM
Thanks Bridget! I love that the remodel is Jonathan approved. Stay tuned for the second 50 coming this week…
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Beatrice | March 6, 2013 at 1:25 PM
I loved all of those tips. I am going to look for that book. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALLIE a few days late.
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brieanaelisegleits | March 6, 2013 at 9:05 PM
Love those ideas! Especially the give small space some love idea. Time to create the tiny office nook of my dreams.