Did you know that on major remodeling projects, such as Kitchens & Bathrooms, you will recoup nearly all of your investment when you go to sell? Here are some statistics from Remodeling Magazine: For a mid-range complete bathroom remodel, you will add an average of over $10,000 to the resale value of your home and […]
Interesting article on how indoor plants can affect your space
It’s spring, and flowering plants are popping up outdoors in gardens and inside on store shelves. So, it’s the perfect time to bring some of those plants to the windowsills and tabletops in your home. Indoor plants can enrich our lives in many ways. One of the benefits is that they can help bring our […]
Small bathroom woes?
In one of our recent remodels, we were faced with the challenge of creating visual “space” in a very long and narrow Master bathroom. I feel we succeeded 🙂 Here are some of the tricks we used to expand the horizons of this cramped and dated space: The first thing we did was remove the […]
Neutral, not boring!
Who says a neutral room has to be boring? We used a neutral palette with a pop of deep teal in this recently completed room, and it’s anything but boring! Tips for amping up your neutral rooms: Texture is key in a neutral room. Items such as the woven abaca ottomans, the horn lamp on […]
Wallcovering – Old is New again
Wallcovering has made a huge come-back in recent years. With everything from natural grasscloth textures, to flocked (yes, we said flocked), to removable options, there’s something for every style and budget. We recently completed a 1-1/2 year long remodel and chose to use wallcovering in a couple of the rooms. And what an impact it […]
Lenny Kravitz + Design = Incredible Combo?
Art is art, creativity is creativity – in any industry! See the article here:http://nyti.ms/AAUwFi
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!
School’s In Session!
Looking to spruce up your office now that the kids are back to school? Here are some great tips! The first thing you will need is a good, functional desk. Check out places like Ikea, they have beautiful (and functional) desk units from $140! Check out the Galant series which has tons of flexible options: […]
Finds under $50…Dorm Decor
Back to school time! Here are some fun finds that will add some spice to that bland dorm room. Storage is always a huge issue in a tiny dorm room. These colorful fabric bins can hold everything – from books, to bathroom necessities, to clothes. Looking for some purposeful art? How fun are these cork […]
"Skate-able" home
Form meets function in a most unique way. Kudos to this architect for taking on this amazing challenge and succeeding! http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/21/garden/designing-a-house-in-which-every-surface-is-skateable-qa.html?ref=interiordesign