How do you create a feminine, relaxing bedroom? This client wanted a space that was restful and regal-looking as well as a feminine retreat. She loves peaceful blues and elegant patterns. With that in mind, I included the following key elements to create her dream feminine relaxing bedroom: 1. Soothing Colors Light blues, aquas, and […]
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Personal Style Hits Home
A 2013 Trend Preview Like fashion trends, each season brings a slew of new interior design “personalities” into the forefront. We can expect statement-making personal style trends on display – from big and bold to simple and striking. According to the Boston Design Center’s The Look preview, here are the four trends you can expect […]
Using statement trims
Just like the icing on the cake, a window treatment’s trim can make all the difference We found the most fabulous, vibrantly striped fabric to go in our client’s mudroom and we knew we needed an equally bold statement trim to stand up to the fabric. We scoured the scene for bright colors, interestingly shaped […]
Interior design for rustic mountain settings
Looking to create a rustic mountain setting? This time of year, we often crave rustic moutain-side escapes and cozy lodges. And whether you have a mountainside retreat of your own or you simply like to bring elements of your favorite vacation spot home, have fun with rustic and wintery decor. Have fun with rustic decor […]
Textile Treasures: The Mary McDonald Collection for Schumacher Fabrics
Do you have a soft spot for Chinoiserie? If so, you might just love the new Mary McDonald Collection for Schumacher Fabrics. This is a glamorous selection of fabrics, trimmings and appliqués that blends classic Chinoiserie with bright colors and bold patterns. In this collection, Mary McDonald reinterprets traditional textile designs in a clean, graphic […]
3 Design Rules to Break in 2013
There are always design rules that stand the test of time Whether they were taught to us by our mothers in childhood or taught by our favorite professors and mentors, we always hold some design rules to be true. Well, this year we’re throwing out the rule book (somewhat) and daring to challenge the norms. […]
New Year, New Design Project
Starting new home design project With all the goals and New Year’s resolutions flying around, it’s inevitable that the interior design projects and renovations that you’ve had on your mind all year long rise to the forefront with renewed importance. “It’s finally time to redo the kitchen!” “The dining room has been in desperate need […]
5 Ways to Make Your Home Cozy for Winter
It’s easy to make your home cozy and inviting Happy New Year’s! With winter in full swing, it’s the ultimate time to fluff your nest. The temperatures are dropping, the gathering season is in full effect, and friends and family are bound to drop in frequently. Here are five easy ways to make your home […]
Metallics in design
Using metallics in design New Year’s Eve is just around the corner! And that means plenty of sparkles, celebrations, and soirees. With that in mind, I’m making a case for all things metallic–from decor to dresses. My New Year’s Eve plans usually revolve around a great meal, great company and a beautifully snowy setting up […]
Emerald Green – Pantone Color of the Year 2013
Emerald green is Pantone’s Color of the Year 2013 Pantone LLC, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, announced PANTONE® 17-5641 Emerald, a lively, radiant, lush green, as the Color of the Year for 2013. The experts at Pantone tell us, “2012 Color of the Year, PANTONE […]