Two things I love: practical and beautiful. Show me both at the same time… and I’m sold. *Incredible crypton fabrics that live up to real-life, AND look pretty. *Amazing roller shades that block as little or as much sun as I want, AND come in fun patterns too. (That striped pattern on the right will […]
The simple yet detailed and precise lines of the trim work in this first painting caught my eye when I was in Paris earlier this year. I have since learned that the artist, Vilhelm Hammershoi, was a Danish painter who used a very limited, rather somber palette of grey tones to depict detailed interiors. This […]
Last week was extra busy with projects and deadlines that I am excited to share soon. Here is a sneak peak of some of the samples that came in for an upcoming bathroom. Do you catch the subtle nautical theme? While I am not a huge fan of huge “themed” rooms, I do enjoy a […]
Do you prefer Kale Green, Arugula or Artichoke? What about Rosemary, Cilantro, Basil or Dried Thyme? (Those are each actual Sherwin Williams paint names!) Two fun facts about me: One, I enjoy cooking with fresh herbs. I rarely follow a recipe, but I love to read recipes to give me inspiration and ideas. I love […]
Copper in the kitchen. It’s iconic. There is such a rich history behind how copper pots and pans are made. At the Mauviel factory in France, they give tours and explain the techniques and process. Although they were not offering tours when I was there, I was excited to step into a cross between an […]
Whether you are in-person or distance learning, 6 feet apart or just need a little time alone, we all value our personal space. So why not make it personal? Over the years, I have found that framing my children’s artwork is a huge self-esteem boost for them. By framing their artwork, parents can celebrate their […]
The bed for this space was delivered this week and it’s a show-stopper. But what I love most is how the wallpaper, rug and pillows were all sourced from separate places, yet flow together seamlessly. There is an art to flawlessly bringing together items from various sources to create a harmonious and unique space. The […]
The Internet taught me that, “Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being.” I’d like to linger a […]
Windows. A literally invisible, yet critical element that frames your view. Windows bring natural light into a space, but also provide interest and dimension from the outside. Particularly in spaces where multiple windows where the view will be the focal point of the room, quality windows very important. Today, windows are generally crafted from one […]
In order to #embraceyourspace, sometimes you just need a different frame of mind. In this space, we did just that. Changing out the dreary neutral frame really brought this fabulous piece to life! My client loves Clint Eastwood movies and the original artwork reminded him of a particular scene in “Outlaw Josie Whales.” With the […]