There’s something about live edge furniture that’s so appealing. It’s almost like having a tree right there in your house, and it gives you the opportunity to really appreciate the beauty of nature. I just love the grains and knots and imperfections in a raw piece of wood. How gorgeous are these walnut pieces…
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Live edge dining tables are a great way to enjoy a big slab of natural wood in your home. They look equally fabulous surrounded by earthy elements like stone and more wood…
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…as they do accompanied by modern chairs and decor.
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Another great place to enjoy live edge wood is in the kitchen. Either as a table…
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…or an island.
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A really rough live edge coffee table gives this a seating area a rustic, earthy vibe.
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A sleeker live edge table fits right into this more funky, retro room.
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Love the combination of wood and metal.
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And some other applications for live edge wood. Curvy legs give this console a more traditional and refined look.
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The live edge wood ledge adds warmth and texture to this modern clean-lined space.
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Very cool bathroom with a plaster wall and live edge wood vanity. Pretty cool wall sconces too! With the proper finish, wood will stand up to the inevitable water splashes.
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Live edge wood looks great everywhere else in the house – why not the bedroom?! Just be careful about bumping your head in the middle of the night ;-)
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What’s your favourite live edge wood application?
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So many nice examples of Nakashima style. It's amazing to see the variations. You've got a great bunch of photos there -- thanks so much for the post. Jane F
ReplyDeleteIt`s my new favourite thing.
ReplyDeleteWell, being a huge fan of cut wood, I love nearly all of them. As I went through to pick faves there were too many so I'll go with the one I find the most unique: the last one and I'd do that in a minute if I had the funds!
ReplyDeleteI am loving that island!!! Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAgain, beautiful rooms and fantastic timbers !!
ReplyDeleteKelly,
ReplyDeleteWhat a most amazing post!!! Just fabulous ideas!!!
I also love the idea of the powderroom sink on the wooden tablet!!And the console table in that living room!!
Oh my! Thank you so much for sharing!
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Beautiful inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI just love wood! Some beautiful finds here Kelly.
ReplyDeletei'm really loving the coffee table with the metal X base.
ReplyDeleteI love this look. I have a live end walnut end table that is one of my very fav pieces in the whole house.
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