5.24.2012

Amsterdam Inspired

We recently joined the world of Pinterest and are officially kind of obsessed (but I mean, that's like saying, "We recently tried this thing called a taco, have you heard of it? I don't know if anyone else thinks it's good but we think it's great!") Pinterest is like a creativity and prettiness free pile, so on top of pinning up some of our own images we are loving finding all kinds of inspiration by browsing the pretty.

Today's sofa desk chair surfing was a one-thing-leads-to-another eyeball adventure that eventually settled in images of Amsterdam and its unique take on retail spaces. This city of classic architecture, bold color statements, and edgy styling is overflowing in beauty and beautiful restaurants, stores, and cafes abound. Here are just a few of the images that have us bezield.
Starbucks concept store (above/below)
Mulberry
Hotels Citizen M
Mohawk General Store
Red Wing
Pols Potten Store
Industrial overtones, pitch-perfect lighting, and overstated, yet understated fixtures, signage, and decor make these spaces compelling and inviting in a way that is uniquely Amsterdam-ian (a word!) and has us inspired. 

pinterest images via: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8