store scope out: sweet sofas

I've always loved cars. I think it was hotwired into my brain from an early age because my Dad was in the automotive aftermarket industry, and my brother was (is) a major car enthusiast. (The faster the better for him!)

I can easily imagine my brother having one of these intriguing pieces from Sweet Sofas. This company has created quite a niche market with their inventive "car hacks". They have done incredible things with their automobile art- even the headlights and tailights are in working order on these creations! I can definitely envision these items in funky lofts, bar areas, game rooms, and of course- the "man room".

Check out their creations below:





There's even a hide-a-bed version!



This desk is incredibly creative:





There's tables, too!





What I love about this is that you just know the idea for this company started by someone sitting around talking with their friends and saying "What if....?"

store scope out: Zara Home

You just never know what you'll find across the way in Europe, especially in home decor. I stumbled onto Zara Home the other day and fell in love with their "virtual" store... I can only imagine what it would be like to visit the real thing! Zara has some incredible photo stylists who really know how to create astounding visual displays... if only the merchandise could be shipped to the US! ::sigh::

Since we can't buy their products, let's check out their looks and steal a little inspiration!