Valentine’s Day is fast approaching! Here are some great, inexpensive items to help get you (and your home) in that romantic mood: Even the outside of your home can express your sensitive side with this adorable door mat for $24.00 from Chiasso. Having dinner at home this year to save some cash? Why not serve […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Design…Lighting
DO Have use multiple “levels” of light in your room. Use a combination of overhead lighting for general illumination and table lamps to create a glow and warmth around the room. DON’T Purchase “boxed” matching sets of lamps. Matching is a thing of the past. Use one common “theme” to coordinate your different lighting elements. […]
Finds Under $50 – Great "pear"ings
This is a great, inexpensive (and edible) accessory for any room. Fill a simple glass vase with the fruit of your choice – we chose pears of course… We all know Ikea is a great place for steals and deals. But 2 ready to hang pieces of contemporary Pear artwork for under $40 is even […]
Help! I Hate my Dining Room!
Check out our November newsletter – we can help you get your Dining Room (or any other room for that matter) Holiday ready just in time before your guests arrive!Click here to see the November newsletter
Winner of the Holiday Room Re-do Contest!
We have a blank canvas to work with for the winner of our Holiday Room Re-do contest! The daughter of the homeowner actually submitted the entry on behalf of her mother, who has just moved into a new home and doesn’t know where to start. What a wonderful & thoughtful daughter! We’ll keep you posted […]
October Newsletter is here!
Check out our Holiday Decorating Ideas – on 3 different budgets! It’s not too soon to start thinking about re-vamping your Dining room for company! Click here to see the October newsletter
Executive Home Office
For those of you out there who meet with clients on a regular basis in your Home Office, here are some great ideas to achieve a professional look – while still having function close at hand. Great traditional office set-up. Executive desk, Credenza, and comfortable wing back chairs for your guests. The Oriental rug adds […]
Tips for decorating your first apartment:
1. Furniture. Check out places like Ikea, Urban Outfitters, local furniture store clearance centers (Copenhagen here in Phoenix has an awesome outlet for contemporary furniture on the west side) and even Overstock.com for staple pieces, such as a sofa, dining table & chairs, nightstands, and bookcases. Since you’re probably stuck with a relatively small space, […]
Yay! Back to school time!
Since it’s back to school time, we thought a couple of posts on decorating dorm rooms and first apartments might come in handy. Come back tomorrow for Tips on decorating your first apartment! Tips for making your dorm room reflect YOUR personality: You’re pretty limited on what you can do in a dorm room typically. […]