Ethical standards for sustainability have risen over the past years in hopes of healing our environment. Packaging companies have strayed from plastic, retailers are sourcing materials and labor more consciously, and interior design renovations no longer lead with a mindset of “out with the old,” but rather, “what can we do with the old?” The…
What better way to include a unique touch in your space than to add a splash of color, a playful texture, or a vibrant pattern? Throughout my time in the interior design industry, I have often used wallpaper as a starting point for inspiration, allowing it to influence the overall design of a room. In…
Your home should make you go “Ahh!” not “Ugh!” How does your home make you feel? Are you relieved to come home and unwind on the sofa? Or does walking through the front door remind you of your “to-do” list? As we spend much of our time inside our homes, it is important to notice…
“What are you doing? Staring at the ceiling?” – YES, actually, we are! Flooring and paint are some of the most exciting aspects of the design process, but have you considered all you can do with your fifth wall – the ceiling? As open floor plans and high ceilings continue to dominate design trends, stepping…
In a recent report by the Sustainable Furnishing Council, researchers found that the most essential attributes respondents look for when purchasing furniture are style, quality, price, and eco-friendliness, but are retail furniture shoppers aware of what makes up excellent sustainable furniture, or do they simply believe what’s listed on the tag? Before dropping serious money…
Spring brings color to our flower beds, baby birds chirping from nests, and long sunny days. People emerge from being snuggled inside all winter and are ready for spring cleaning — out with the old and in with the new! Home design companies time their new product releases strategically, adding furniture and design products to…
Embarking on a remodeling project is more than a little intimidating. Home renovations can be a long and expensive endeavor, but if it’s worth it, it won’t be easy and based on our experience – it is almost always worth it. Any home remodel (or even simple renovations) will come with unexpected ups and downs…
There is no need to bring a magazine or a cell phone into your powder room when its design truly captures your guest’s attention. As a small yet essential space in every home, the powder room offers the opportunity to play with stylish and darling elements. You can consider substituting the traditional sink for an…
As homes now serve as living areas, workspaces, and gyms, it is easy to feel cluttered and claustrophobic. When space is limited, it poses the challenge of fitting all you need inside a small home while making it aesthetically appealing. While this is a daunting task, we have outlined a few simple techniques to help…
In a time when it seems like you can DIY just about anything, it can be easy to ask the question: Do I really need an interior designer to help with my next project? Ultimately, the choice is yours, but having a designer on your side can offer more benefits than you may realize and…
If you aren't ready to hire an interior designer, at least you can start shopping like one.
