This week's links. Enjoy.
From Toolshed to Guesthouse
Two designers convert a dilapidated toolshed off a modernist house into a cosy guesthouse. Elegantly done.
New York's Most Stunning Holiday Windows
Get in the holiday spirit and take a virtual tour of this year's amazing Christmas windows at Bergdorf Goodman, Barney's New York, and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Making Order From Chaos: 8 Beautifully Busy Homes
Feeling a bit overwhelmed by all your stuff? Find inspiration in this slide show of 8 modern homes showing how clutter can be beautiful. I'm in awe of the converted stables in London with a life size horse sculpture.
High Fashion Santa
Check out Santa decked out in the likes of Kenzo, Marni, Acne Studios, Martin Margiela and others in this fun Joint London series. Via AnOther.
The Best Art, Design and Photography Books of 2014
Brain Pickings has a great round up of books for creatives released this year — lots of photos from each to give you a great sense of what they're all about, too.
Nine Kisses
This is fun — 18 of this year's best actors perform nine kisses. Enjoy.
A Holiday Playlist
Goop has put together a downloadable holiday playlist that's a nice mix of old and new — everything from Ella Fitzgerald to Vampire Weekend and She and Him.
Cauliflower and Leek Soup
A comforting soup, perfect for a light supper — and a good break from the rich holiday food (delicious as it is).
(photo by kira brandt for bo bedre)