3.11.2009

interior inspiration : flea market style.

When it comes to interior design, I would have to say that flea market style is probably my favorite. Sure, it can sometimes come off as too country or grandma-like, but when done well, I think it is absolutely beautiful. I adore seeing other people's collections of one-of-a-kind pieces from long ago, carefully displayed around their homes. Sadly, Portland doesn't really have the best (or really any) flea markets, but we do have our share of estate sales and thrift stores that I scour constantly. These images show the exact style that I hope to complete in our home someday.













The sources/photographers (top to bottom): David Giles, Joanna Henderson, Design*Sponge: Emma Cassi, Elizabeth Zeschin, Rachel Whiting, Shoot Factory, Yvestown, Christine Rudolph, The Paper Pony, Heather Bailey, and Jason Loucas.

21 comments:

caroline duke said...

what i wouldn't give...

heather carr said...

love flea markets and love that pink kitchen!

cassaundra said...

what an amazing place!

everything is so wonderful - and those pink walls in the dining area are so unexpected!

i wish i could have that place!!!!

pink cupcake vintage said...

these are all amazing! i have the pink kitchen in my tear sheets!

please sir said...

WOW - I can't believe the amazing style - I'm all about fleamarket finds!

simplyblogged said...

some of these are exactly my style.

Helen said...

yes i love this style! i think my house (when i finally do move out...) will be a combination of junk shop goods and more modern stuff, i love it.

Stephanie said...

love it all, especially the last cabinet!

playingelegant said...

i LOVE the image with the kitchen aid mixer and the vintage painting.

lillie said...

fantastic photos! i love the look and personality of each of those rooms.

Liz said...

What fabulous inspiration! I love these rooms, especially the first one.

You are my fave... said...

That blue and green office is perfect in every way.

Jen said...

I love the kitchens you found — the top one is my favorite. And the middle one with the Cath Kidston-esque plates is so fun (chinese lanterns hanging in the cabinet — adore!)

Two Tall Girls said...

These are all fantastic rooms! There is so much to love about flea market finds. It's such a unique expression and how exciting is it when you manage to find an entire dinning set for free on the side of the road?! Makes my day every time.

Marie-Eve said...

wow wow wow, so inpiring for my new apartement. i feel that real people really live in these photos, in these rooms.

Catharina said...

Wow, I love all of these images. So much inspiration! Now all I need is a house...

sisters in black frocks said...

that big clock is amazing!

Canvas Prints said...

The pink kitchen is lovely. Flea market style would make every interior a unique one, rich in stories and adventures. I definitely enjoyed reading your post. Thanks!

A Loner, Dottie. A Rebel. said...

These are so gorgeous, thank you so much for sharing!

Amy said...

Loving the blue!! What a great blog!

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