Have you ever heard the old adage, “the more things change – the more they stay the same”? Well, I would say that sometimes, the more things change – the more things change. That has certainly been true when it comes to the field of interior design. I can hardly recognize the design industry from […]
Fashion Meets Design Series #3: Bold Stripes
Stripes are always fun – whether bold colors or neutrals, they add a great pop of pattern and texture to a space. Sources (clockwise from right): Kate Spade Candy Shop Stripe Shower Curtain / Haute House Chevron Stripe Chair/ Rosenthal Thomas Sunny Days Stripe Dinnerware / Urban Outfitters Ikat Stripe Pillow / ZGallerie Levels Artwork […]
Fashion meets Design series #2: Luxe Leather
This week’s Spring 2013 Fashion-Meets-Design-Trend is Luxe Leather! We love the look of leather, it can be so diverse. From Old World, to Traditional, to ultra Modern – it will definitely fit most any decor. Source (clockwise from right): Leather Area Rug / Restoration Hardware Leather Candle / Leather Pillow / Pottery Barn Leather […]
Have a passion for fashion? Why not add some hot Spring trends into your home decor?
I was searching out some new Spring trends to amp up my wardrobe, and found this great article from Glamour – and was amazed at how easily these great styles can translate into great decorating ideas! Stay tuned for the next few weeks as I showcase some of my faves. 1. Black & White […]
Showroom designer vs. Interior Designer
We recently had a client that called us after having a not-so-great experience with a kitchen showroom in-house designer. The designer had actually just been let go from the company (mid-project!), and left the clients in a major bind. In reality, it turned out to be a good thing, as they found many mistakes that […]
Storage solutions for small spaces
I’m always looking for unique storage and organizing solutions. Here are a few cool tricks I found recently:
3 Luxury Items No Home Should be Without
Life nowadays is complicated – we’re always rushing here and there, and working way too hard. Our home should be our sanctuary away from the daily grind. We all deserve to have a little “luxury” in our lives, and especially in our home. Here are a few things we feel everyone deserves to splurge on: […]
Budget Kitchen Remodel!
BEFORE AFTER This dramatic renovation included: updating the cabinets, new counter tops, tile backsplash, new appliances, the addition of a new breakfast bar & wine storage, improving the lighting and accessorizing this kitchen, all within their fairly tight budget!