The holidays are just around the corner, and your dining table is about to take center stage. We reached out to Miranda Cullen of Inside Stories to share her expert tips on how to set the perfect tone and elevate your table for the holiday season!
Read MoreWe interviewed DesignHOME Studios on their Modern Prairie home: a 7,400 sq. ft. blend of classic style and modern flair with unique features across every floor. Read all about it here!
Read MoreWendy Glaister has been named a finalist for HGTV’s Designer of the Year Awards for Best Outdoor Space! Read insights on Wendy’s Outdoor Oasis project before the voting goes live on August 20th through September 26th.
Read MoreDive into our Behind-the-Design series with Melissa Lee of New South Home, as she shares her expert tips on incorporating coastal vibes, natural materials, and practical design elements for the perfect vacation home experience.
Read MoreWelcome to a space where dreams come to life, one sleepover at a time.
Read MoreThe challenge was immense – the existing floorplan was outdated, and the structure needed a complete overhaul. However, the result is nothing short of spectacular.
Read MoreOver the years, I’ve had people ask me why they should hire an interior designer when they could just do their own decorating. After all, there’s a billion-dollar industry targeting those weekend warriors and aspiring Do-it-Yourselfers to do just that. I actually love to answer this question, which is a good thing- because I encounter it a lot!
Read MoreTwo questions we get asked all the time from folks about to embark on a home remodel are: “Do I need permits?” followed by “Can you help us with that?”
Let’s see if we can shed some light on what you might be facing when it comes to permits, covering the nuts and bolts of whether or not you might need permits and exploring who actually submits the plans to the City and pulls the permits. Spoiler: Nope, it’s not us and it’s probably not your architect. It *might* be you, but *hopefully* it’s your contractor!
Read MoreMany things have changed over the last couple years, but one thing is certain.. Home has become much MORE than just the place you relax in after work, come back to after school or return to after vacation. For many of us it has become the place in which we now work, go to school and look to for our vacations (aka “staycation”). It is also now more-than-ever the place in which we seek sanctuary from the world and take a pause from world events. A productive “safe-space” that, according to most home builders and realtors, will remain so for the foreseeable future.
Read MoreSofas and chairs are what I like to call “high-ticket” items. They’re not cheap, and there’s a good reason for that. Unlike an end table or even a statement chandelier, sofas and chairs must stand up to daily use. They carry a “load” (haha), endure long-term wear and tear, and may need to stand up to kids, grandkids, pets, or a weekly stream of guests you love to host.
Read MoreRemember when “home entertainment” consisted of a wall-mounted TV in the family room with a few surround-sound speakers? Or a pool table paired with a small bar in the basement? Or maybe a video game pit with some oversized pillows and a TV? Well, it’s time to kick home entertainment up a few notches.
Read MoreSpring break may be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the benefits of vacation life when you’re at home. There are plenty of design tips and tricks that will help you create a “vacation getaway” in the comfort of your own home. From “living” wallpaper to a spa-like bathroom, as well as soothing seaside color palettes and textures.
Read MoreIn his influential 1963 book Interaction of Color, artist, art theorist, and educator Josef Albers described the fickle qualities of color, including color relativity. For a perfect demonstration of this phenomenon, watch this mesmerizing video from Germany! Or check out the following example from Albers’ book. You’ll quickly understand why we have color issues.
Read MoreWith so many of us working from home, practicing isolation and social-distancing, which is critical to stemming the spread of COVID-19, our need for soul-nourishing at-home workspaces has never been greater. Our physical environments have a huge subconscious impact on how efficiently, and happily, we work – which, in turn, can dramatically affect the quality of our output.
Read MoreHello Dear Reader. I have been thinking a lot about the fact that I can’t hug people during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is hard for me because I am Italian and hence affectionate and hence a hugger! Hugging is one of the most underrated and powerful things you can do to make the world just a little bit better. That is why my Mom, God rest her, always told me to give away hugs freely and generously. And I do. Or I did. Until March when the hug factory closed its doors.
Read MoreDesign styles, where to start and where to end? Journey deep into Instagram, Houzz, or Pinterest and many of us come up for air wondering how to articulate our style. As an experienced Dallas interior designer, I have seen several styles come and go and each one has its qualities, quirks, and irks.
Read MoreYour home is an asset. Not just financially… Your home is an asset to your health & well-being…BUT ONLY If you create a home that brings out the best in you.
Read MoreIf you’re reading this, you probably appreciate shows like the Home Edit and Tidying Up. I thrive on systems to keep my interior design business running smoothly — as it turns out, I have some pretty methodical systems for managing Christmas too. If you try any of these tips, I promise your 2021 self will thank you.
Read MoreSurrounding yourself and loved ones with the “merry and bright” this time of year may seem a bit overwhelming, so we’ve come up with a few tips to brighten the season and welcome your guests with warmth and good cheer.
Read MorePurple has been getting a lot of attention lately from the Interior Design world. (And no… I’m not talking about Purple, the company, that’s offering bedding, pillows and linens.) I’m talking about PURPLE, the color.
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