{top taste maker} | curated collection on cargoh!

Happy Wednesday everyone! I'm neck deep in project deadlines, but I had to share some fun news! Cargoh asked if I would be interested in creating a curated collection, and well of course I was! ;) Cargoh is a social marketplace for independent art, design + culture.  If you haven't heard of them, you should take a look! 

You can check out my collection: organic playful modern here. See anything you like? I want to know! I've now got a list full of things on my want list. 

Come back soon! Project updates coming your way! 

XOXO

Regan

{vote for me} | interview with Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan of Apartment Therapy

Spread the word!! Vote for me!! ;) The winner gets a trip for 2 to NY to interview Jonathan Adler in his studio, one of my most admired designer. Why not? ;) Keep in mind you can vote more than once, but only once a day. Voting will end on April 2nd!  

All you need to do is Like me on the Cottonelle Facebook page here! No need to watch the video. I definitely need to work on my interview skills anyway, so don't look! :) 

Wish me luck!! Happy Friday and have a great weekend!!

XOXO

Regan

{project updates} | current work load

Project Update time! So I'm off to a flying start in Austin, thanks to my wonderful friends who want to keep my business a float! ;) In hopes to get our little ole' renovation off the ground, and my kids into a great preschool, I decided to pursue part-time contract work to keep steady work coming in, while building up my residential business in Austin. Sandy, who I actually worked with at a firm 8 years ago here in Austin, has since gone on her own, and has asked that I help out on a somewhat regular basis. I was thrilled at the idea! A perfect segue to collaborative design, something I've actually wanted for some time now. I'm super thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Sandy again. What a great start to 2012. *If you are in need of a commercial interior designer, Sandy is your gal! She has recently been working with a lot of start-ups here in Austin, and having so much fun. 

Images by regan baker design | SpareFoot: a new start-up in Austin designed by S.Tipton Studio 

I'm super excited to share some insight to the projects I'm currently working on: 

AUSTIN, TX | Owners of Studio Slomo and DeRouen & Co has enlisted the help of Regan Baker Design for some personal decor, organization and finish suggestions/selections for their uber, hip East Austin home. The radest and nicest couple in Austin, no doubt. Sarah and Deritt's style: playful, modern, industrial yet vintage. Both graphic/print designers, they undoubtedly have the largest collection of poster and print art. Most of their collection is designed by Deritt himself, but others are purchases of his and Sarah's top admirers. A coveted collection no doubt. I've got dibs on a few pieces if they ever decide to purge. ;)  

Just by looking at Sarah's closet, I know this projects going to be a good one. Um, awesome, eh? Program requests: Ideas on how to tie in and dress up their laundry room, kitchen, backsplash tile, storage ideas, dining room chairs, and colorful paint or paper suggestions for the entire home. (Sarah likes fuchsia!!). Might I add, Sarah is the one responsible for my beautifully redesigned business cards.  

BLACKSBURG, VA | Iconic Development has once again asked for our help! This is the Virginia project that I just visited last week. An exterior rebrand for an 81 building complex near Virginia Tech. A repeat client of 6 years, I've worked on numerous branding projects to help revamp their student housing portfolio. This project, a beast of a complex, so hopefully we can come up with something new and fun. 

CHICAGO, IL | The project that I am most thrilled about is a complete gut renovation for a 4,000SF home in Chicago. I'm going to avoid saying too much, since closing date is this week. No jinxing!! Look at the beauty!! Can't WAIT to get started and share more on this project.

 AUSTIN, TX | Athena Montessori Academy is building two new classrooms! Thanks to Kelly Stevenson of Hatch + Ulland Owen Architects, for recommending me to Athena! One of my favorite things to do is select architectural finishes, which is why I was hired for this project. Coming in on a project during construction is always a bit more challenging, but what I enjoy most is collaborating with the architects. Making sure their vision is still carried out is most important, but making them look even better is what I enjoy the most. ;)

Image: Rendering of new exterior paint scheme for Athena.

AUSTIN, TX | My home renovation!! Can't wait to start sharing my process.

And last but not least, I head to Hilton Head this month for a styling project that I've been hired contractually for by one of the companies I used to work for here in Austin. A true definition of why you should never burn any bridges. ;) The best part about this trip is I get to go with my great friend Ariel, who is responsible for the design of the project. I can't wait to share! I would LOVE any suggestions on places to shop in or near Hilton Head!!

Needless to say, it's been a busy start to the year. Can you believe it's March? I could not do what I do without the love, help and support of my parents and in-laws! Thanks Nana-K and Gigi!! Love you all.

XOXO,

Regan

PS... If you have a split second please VOTE FOR ME in the Cottonelle challange! I had the opportunity to be interviewed by Maxwell, founder of Apartment Therapy, while at Alt Design Summit. The interviews are up and if I win, I get to interview Jonathan Adler, a much admired designer of mine, in his New York studio! Yippie!! So please spread the word! I'd LOVE to go. ;) 

{The Latest} | hair-do trend

Hi!! I've been crazy busy with work, features, and now toddler bed training. Needless to say, it's been a bit CRAZY at the Baker household, but that's normal for us. :]

So yesterday I tried my hand at the latest hair-do trend: The high bun/top knot. Lack of sleep = no washing hair. ;) Thanks to ALT, I was super inspired to try a new do!

The girls above sported high buns at Alt and pulled it off oh so well. And that's me at the bottom right. What do you think? I kinda look like an old lady, but it's growing on me. My friend Sandy, called me Audrey. She loved it, or maybe it was my outfit she loved. ;)

I'm in Virginia today for an exterior rebrand project. I've always wanted to head to Virginia, it's horse country here! I hope to spot some fancy riding outfits and white picket fences. I always find my childhood equestrian days influential in so many ways, be it fashion or interiors. I mean, who doesn't want to be influenced by this style? ;) It's classic. No wonder I gravitate towards blacks, whites, blues, and greys. ;) 

Images: Moss + Issac, Hazle Wide Farm & Horse Country Chic.

Come back soon! More uber exciting stuff on the way!! 

XOXO,

Regan

{Houzz} | Home Tour Feature

I'd like to thank my parents, sister and husband for... just kidding. ;) No really, it's not a huge deal, but kinda. ;) I'm jumping for joy over here! Super excited to be featured on HOUZZ today! Front page! If you haven't already seen it, you should check it out here. AND if you aren't scouring HOUZZ yet for interior or architecture design inspirations, well you should be. ;) It's a great place for resources and design ideas.

Photo via Pinterest via A Quirky Girl's Thoughts blog. Love anything Audrey H!

The project wouldn't have been so successful, had it not been for the uber talented Mason Miller and my design-savvy clients, Heather and Brad. Thanks again guys for such a fun project!

Told you I had some exciting news...and it doesn't stop here. Come back for more next week. Some more fun and exciting things are coming your way. :) 

XOXO

Regan