In the Mood for Autumn
Even though the weather here in Kuwait is still sweltering, I am excited that we entered the Autumn season on the calendar. I just cannot wait for the weather to cool down to take out [...]
Tales
ecru’s Soundtrack, Elton John’s Bennie and the Jets
After watching Rocketman this weekend, all we’ve been listening in the office is Elton John. The crowd favorite will always be Bennie and the Jets, which always make me regret quitting my piano lessons. The [...]
The Hollyhock House
The Hollyhock House is Frank Llyod Wright’s first Los Angles commission, which is an ode to California and it’s natural beauty. Built between 1919 and 1921 for Aline Barnsdall, an oil heiress, in the California [...]
Ibiza’s Fincas
There is something so comforting about Mediterranean architecture. It is the warm colors and textures. Ibiza’s Fincas exude this warmth. Fincas are traditional cottages that were built on agricultural land. A lot of these old [...]
Seville Architectural Magic
I recently visited Seville, Spain and it is such a magical place. Seville is the Andalusian capital, filled with history and it is architecture clearly reflects that. As it was under Islamic rule for several [...]
Celestial Beings
Most cultures and societies have historically been fascinated by the stars. Astronomy is the oldest of the natural sciences, dates back to antiquity. There has a mythological connection to the stars and the planets since [...]
Alabaster in Antiquity
While researching alabaster, I found beautiful ancient vessels and statues from the Middle East made from the stone. My favorite pieces I found are the Ancient Egyptian jars that were used for mummification and were [...]
Glamorous Lovers
There is something magical about old Hollywood couples. They always look absolutely gorgeous and glamorous. Their affairs always seem to come out from the movies they acted in. Above are a few of my favorite [...]
Decorative Maps
Vintage maps are so beautiful. The fact that they were hand-drawn makes them more decorative. Definitely inspirational, and would make wonderful prints someday… Hussah (Images courtesy of ecru)
Baya’s Radical Folklore
Baya Mahieddine’s primitive and surreal art was quite radical for its time. A prodigy of her time, she had her first exhibition in Paris at 16 years old. She gained the attention of Picasso, later [...]
