Tag: Boston

bits of inspiration – #44.

bits of inspiration – #44.

Liz

I’ve lapsed a bit with my posting over the past week due to a busy work season and a move to a slightly new neighborhood (about a mile from where we were). Amidst all the frenzy that comes with moving I’ve been trying to make time to literally stop and smell the flowers and take in the beautiful neighborhood where we’ve landed. I’m lucky to once again find myself surrounded by some of the most beautiful homes and gardens in the city. It just so happens that one of my favorite flowers is in bloom at the moment. I couldn’t help but stop and take a few photos of these beautiful peonies as I was heading out this morning.

bits of inspiration – #29.

bits of inspiration – #29.

Liz

Today marks the start of the Take a Seat exhibit’s installment at the Boston Design Center. Supported by the International Furnishings and Design Association, this annual exhibit asks local designers to transform vintage chairs in imaginative ways. Following the show, the refurbished chairs are sold at an auction benefitting the Women’s Institute for Housing and Economic Development. The chairs will be displayed in multiple locations in Boston throughout the month of May. Definitely making a point to go visit these soon!

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I’M IN THE BOOK’ BY THIS WAY HOME, photo by Elaine Fredrick

bits of inspiration – #28.

bits of inspiration – #28.

Liz

The Northern Ave Bridge in Boston has served as an iconic symbol of the city’s industrial history since 1908. More than a hundred years of exposure to the salt water has caused the bridge to deteriorate significantly over the years and the bridge will soon be torn down and replaced. Over the last few months the City of Boston and the Boston Society of Architects have been accepting ideas from the public to create a new plan for the space. I came across the list of submissions today and it’s made me really excited to see what will become of this downtown landmark. Personally I am leaning toward the public gallery concept (rendering below) but there are a lot of great suggestions.

GENIOGLOSSUS-Fort Point Channel Gallery0001Image courtesy of the Boston Society of Architects

bits of inspiration – #26.

bits of inspiration – #26.

Liz

Definitely the cutest news story of the day! Earlier this week an elementary school in Milton, MA recorded their annual Make Way for Ducklings procession. Each year, ducklings hatched in the school’s courtyard, are lead by their mother to an adjacent pond. Students line up to watch as the ducklings make their way to their new home. Incidentally, this weekend Boston will host the city’s annual Make Way for Ducklings Day in reverence to the 1941 children’s book byRobert McCloskey. Enjoy the video!

SoWa open market.

SoWa open market.

Liz

Couldn’t let a little rain stop me from coming out to the first SoWa Open Market of the year. Per usual, lots of incredible art, jewelry, crafts, furniture and food. Snapped a few photos as I walked around the market. I’m resolving to make this a regular occurrence this year.

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Strawberry shortcake mini cupcake, courtesy of Whipped Urban Cupcake Co. – amazing.
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The vintage section of the market was probably my favorite part. No purchases today but I will for sure be coming back.
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Had to bring home some goodies. These Corn & Co popcorn flavors were delicious.
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bits of inspiration – #19.

bits of inspiration – #19.

Liz

Beautiful video of Boston at sunset, shot earlier this month by four Emerson College students. According to its description on Vimeo, the filmmakers had the doors of the helicopter removed to achieve the incredible clarity you see in the shots. Not sure I’d enjoy flying around in a helicopter without doors but the view does look incredible. Read more about the making of the video here.

 

Breathe || Above Boston 4k from Bushell Film on Vimeo.

bits of inspiration – #14.

bits of inspiration – #14.

Liz

Snapped this photo yesterday morning on my way to the gym only because I was excited to see it finally getting bright out in the morning (around 6am). I didn’t realize at the time that yesterday was the official last day in the life of this installation art piece that’s been a presence in the city since September of last year. More information (and better photos) of the mural can be found on this Boston Magazine article. I’ll be sad to see it go.

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Mural at 200 Clarendon Street, Boston. By French artist, JR