Sky High

After the busyness and richness of the holidays, and as a new year approaches, I always crave simplicity. Perhaps that's why I find this Marin County home, featured in Sunset, so appealing. It's LEED-certified, with gorgeous materials, clean lines and clever, inspiring ideas. Have a look:

Photos from here. 

Cali Cool

Whether it's interior design, fashion, art or pretty much anything creative, I appreciate a variety of styles. However, my eye is always drawn to clean lines and simple designs.

So this amazing Los Angeles home jumped out at me on LivingEtc. What's more, it's eco-friendly and is made up of natural woods, soothing colors and lots of light.

Consider these photos a visual retreat for a few minutes:

What a cool, angular exterior. And I like how the reflective glass planes are echoed in the pool.

The tidy couch, bold purple chair, cool-hued wall tiles -- love it, love it, love it!

Doesn't a room like this make you breathe a little easier?

You gotta love a sunny bedroom.

Photos from here.