The “What’s Your Style In One Picture” Challenge, Summer 2009
July 7, 2009 | 48 comments
THE CHALLENGE
Can you find one picture that sums up your design style? This is the challenge I issued a few months ago. (If you’re new to my blog, you can read the original challenge here.)
Well, when I saw this room recently, I practically started hyperventilating. I don’t think you could possibly fit one more thing that I love into this picture:
white floors
natural light
chandelier
painting in a gilt frame
that armoire which I professed my love for before
the tulip table which I also wrote about before
Bertoias – one of my favorite chairs. I know. I have a lot of favorite chairs.
This room is so perfect for me that I decided it had to be my new “one picture.” And then this got me thinking: I’m sure those of you who participated in the first challenge have come across new rooms that could describe your style and maybe your styles have even changed since then. So . . . I decided I’m going to issue this challenge once every season. That’s right, you can now torture yourself four times a year! [I'm talking to you, Lauren!]
And if you’re new to all this, what say ye all? Are you up to the challenge? Can you find one picture that says “you?” It can be kind of painful but it’s so much fun.
NEW WAY TO PARTICIPATE
To do a better job of gathering these posts this time, I’ve added a handy dandy new feature. Yup, we’re gettin’ all fancy up in here now.
Here’s what you do:
- Post your one picture on your blog with a link back to this challenge.
- Add your name and the permalink to your post (not your general blog address) in the form below.
- You can give your picture a description in parentheses after your blog name if you like. For example:
Alek (white modern glam)
And that’s it. Just make sure your link goes to the right page so it won’t get deleted. You can add your link anytime and if you’ve done this little exercise recently, feel free to add it now.
I’ll also be keeping a list of all the participants (with a link) under the “What’s Your Style” Challenge photo in the column on the right and it’ll stay there the whole season. [Update: Sorry but apparently I'm too incompetent to make this happen. I hope you won't mind too terribly that the list will remain on this page only.]
Okay, everyone ready? Go find your picture! I can’t wait to see what you come up with.
(Photo via the City Sage)
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July 7th, 2009 @ 4:09 am
Leave this with me!!!
Kellie Collis´s last post ..The most beautiful cushion in the world?
July 7th, 2009 @ 5:25 am
You are right, I think we’re design twins – this is pretty much exactly what I would sum myself up with! I’m excited for this challenge – I’ll have to go peruse all the old inspiration files…
A Life More Fabulous´s last post ..The Domino Effect…
July 7th, 2009 @ 6:37 am
This is gorgeous!!! I love that armoire so much, actually, I love it all! This is a hard challenge!!!
Meg´s last post ..Eye Contact…
July 7th, 2009 @ 6:49 am
done deal girl!
tiina´s last post ..my perfection today
July 7th, 2009 @ 7:36 am
Oh, I really wish I found a picture…, maybe I’ll do and come back. It would also help me visualize my next dream home which I want to be within walking distance to a beautiful beach!
July 7th, 2009 @ 8:06 am
yes, i think it’s time i picked another room. i’m definitely participating!
Down and Out Chic´s last post ..White dining
July 7th, 2009 @ 8:22 am
It looks amazing! Unfortunately the thunder’s just hit us so got to turn the computer off but I will join your challenge tomorrow!
Living Art & Interiors´s last post ..Architecture embedded in nature
July 7th, 2009 @ 8:41 am
I’m so excited to participate.
ps. I dedicated a little post to you.
Check it out.
<3
me melodia´s last post ..tags&awards
July 7th, 2009 @ 9:40 am
k i really want to participate but by the time i pick a room you just might be on another challenge. lol. i’ll do my best
bananas.´s last post ..go on and put your money where your mouth is…
July 7th, 2009 @ 9:40 am
Oh man! This is a seriously hard assignment! I think three years of law school were easier than committing to ONE perfect image…there’s just soooo much I love out there! But I like a good challenge, so off I go…
p.s.- I love the way you’ve organized this little game. You, my dear, are brilliant and so fun!
nkp´s last post ..Happy Birthday Sweet Boy!
July 7th, 2009 @ 10:33 am
Girl we need to talk because I don’t think our styles could be more similar
LOVE your choice! Will try and find my style in one image and let you know! xo
PlushPalate´s last post ..J’adore Dior! Couture Fall 2009
July 7th, 2009 @ 10:54 am
Thank you all who dare to take the challenge! Remember you can add your post any time. This page and the list of participants will be up all summer! Have fun!
July 7th, 2009 @ 11:21 am
Must go hunting!
Amy´s last post ..Waxy’s latest Etsy score…
July 7th, 2009 @ 1:18 pm
This room is stunning! The mirrored armoire is crazy beautiful.
July 7th, 2009 @ 2:14 pm
woot! I chose a picture!
Amy´s last post ..Alek’s Challenge…
July 7th, 2009 @ 4:57 pm
Love that picture too. *sigh* A saarinen table is definitely on my list to buy!
Maria Killam´s last post ..Interview with Janice Lindsay; Canada’s Colour Expert
July 7th, 2009 @ 4:58 pm
So, it’s done. Harder than I thought it would be. Thank goodness we get to give it another go in 3 months! http://line4line.blogspot.com/2009/07/my-style-in-one-picture-challenge.html
K-Line´s last post .."My Style In One Picture" Challenge*
July 7th, 2009 @ 5:46 pm
Perfect, perfect, perfect! Oh, & did I mention perfect!
Millie ^_^
Millie´s last post ..Writer’s Envy
July 7th, 2009 @ 9:10 pm
Done! (I mean, posted my last photo – you think I’d find a new one that quickly??! No way I’m putting myself through that again… Although your new ‘the one’ pic is so absolutely gorgeous that I’m feeling the need to change mine… Oh no, here we go again).
PS Thanks for the blogroll addition!
lucy@fourwallsandaroof´s last post ..Dramatic monochromatic: Donald Baechler
July 7th, 2009 @ 11:02 pm
What an amazing space! Beautiful find!
Rachel Follett´s last post ..Inspiration Board: Forest Fairytale Bathroom
July 8th, 2009 @ 10:26 am
How fun is this game! That image you chose is an all time fave of mine for sure!
Anne @ The City Sage´s last post ..What’s Your Style in a Nutshell?
July 8th, 2009 @ 10:34 am
I had so much fun with this I also posted my runner up rooms: http://www.picnicsunderthemoon.com/2009/07/a-picture-says-a-thousand-words.html
Everyone’s rooms are lovely – will keep checking back to see more…
Aimee´s last post ..Hello world!
July 8th, 2009 @ 12:34 pm
I also had three runner-ups: Treasure Island (Caribbean kitchen), Nighttime in Neutral (organic bedroom) and fashion by the fire (glam living room).
July 8th, 2009 @ 1:53 pm
This was from the spring, but I’m still in love with it!
That armoire in your room is pretty perfect!
PS~Erin´s last post ..Spending Hiatus: Contemplating…
July 8th, 2009 @ 3:57 pm
Love your room…those chairs and the tulip table-I’m currently on the hunt for the cheaper versions!! Love your challenge, it’s a joy to participate.
July 9th, 2009 @ 5:35 am
That was fun! Good game!
virginia @ where you hang your hat´s last post .."what’s your style in one picture?"
July 9th, 2009 @ 7:51 am
Hi Alek, what good fun this is! I got there in the end, and here’s my candidate:
http://prettyfarwest.blogspot.com/2009/07/whats-your-style.html
Mise´s last post ..What’s Your Style?
July 9th, 2009 @ 8:32 am
i did it! i did it! guess it wasn’t as hard as i thought it would be
bananas.´s last post ..alek’s design style challenge
July 9th, 2009 @ 1:13 pm
I’m so excited to participate in this! I just added my link to the list. So very fun, Alek!
July 10th, 2009 @ 6:13 am
oh my goodness!!! yes, i was here the other day & still haven’t decided hahaha. i’ll come back!!!
xoxoxo
Lauren Liess´s last post ..On the Homefront: A few changes
July 10th, 2009 @ 1:04 pm
Wheee! This was fun, and fantastic for a “first REAL blog post”. Thank you! :]
~Macy
Macy´s last post ..Alek’s Style Challenge
July 11th, 2009 @ 1:53 pm
I’ve chosen my own bedroom ,
I hope you like it
July 28th, 2009 @ 8:13 am
This was such a good time! I’m going to spend some time looking at everyone else’s choices now.
Courtney´s last post ..What’s Your Style in One Picture Challenge
August 1st, 2009 @ 7:46 pm
this was even harder than the first go round. whew!
Down and Out Chic´s last post ..Choose one room, part 2
August 5th, 2009 @ 5:07 pm
this is very difficult!
eva´s last post ..what’s your style challenge summer 2009
August 6th, 2009 @ 7:56 pm
Love this challenge, love this room, already thinking about a new room!
Jessie´s last post ..One Room Challenge
August 12th, 2009 @ 6:19 pm
I love this challenge. It’s so fun! I’ve been trying to find my picture forever. It totally sums up my summer style.
Thanks Alek!
Kat´s last post ..oh, this room.
August 13th, 2009 @ 7:12 am
I want to participate! Today I’ll post the image on my blog!
ana´s last post ..Inspirada en México… Inspired by Mexico
August 14th, 2009 @ 8:14 am
I love this challenge! So happy I finally found some pictures to participate with!
Happy weekend
Crystal @ PlushPalate´s last post ..Dallas Bound Weekend
August 14th, 2009 @ 1:14 pm
Thanks for this great challenge Alek – It was such fun (and agony!) choosing, and it worked wonders in helping me to focus and define my own style, without any distractions!
Jo x
Joanna Interior Design´s last post ..The ‘what’s your style in one picture?’ challenge
August 15th, 2009 @ 9:05 am
I’ve taken the challenge – defining my style as all about Antiques, Modern, Glamour! I love the juxtaposition of old vs new, curved lines vs straight, shiny vs flat… It’s all about opposites attracting!
The Antiques Diva´s last post ..An Invitation to Join Two Special Antiques Diva Tours in Fall 2009
August 17th, 2009 @ 8:43 pm
Hey Alek,
Thanks for the fun summer challenge and for following me. Love your blog by the way:)
Sincerely,
Lindsey Lou!
Lindsey Lou!´s last post .."What’s Your Style In One Picture?" Challenge
August 19th, 2009 @ 7:17 pm
That was fun! Hope you enjoy!
October 1st, 2009 @ 6:13 am
Ima playa, too! Thanks for the fun game!
erin@designcrisis´s last post ..Light and Bright Feels So Right
December 7th, 2009 @ 12:22 am
Looks fantastic! Will you be starting a Fall Challenge soon? Or a Winter challenge, since technically it will be winter in 2 weeks?
Elisa´s last post ..Oh, that’s funny. No wait, it’s not.
December 9th, 2009 @ 8:36 am
Elisa: Because of my move, this has been on hold but it will definitely be back! I actually have a few new ides for it too so stay tuned!
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