Do you have a room in your home that isn’t living up to its potential?  I would say most of my friends and clients do.  One recent project had a new client asking me what I could do to her … Continue reading →

One of my long-time clients just moved into an amazing home with a master suite some would die for.   However, the Venetian plaster walls with their mirror-like finish cast a plum glow with their existing gold and chocolate bedding.  The … Continue reading →

Pink is my favorite color. I know it’s not everyone’s first choice, but I like the carefree spirit it creates. A pink room says, “Don’t take me so seriously. I know how to have fun.” So, for close, personal friends … Continue reading →

Bold bright colors, unique art and creative accessories blend fun with function in these children’s rooms. The client wanted one room for her five and three year-old little girls to share, and one room for the five year-old, just in … Continue reading →

When I tell clients that Americana is emerging as a HOT new trend I always here, “Oh no, not geese and ducks again!”  Instead of American Country, which was so popular in the 80’s, it is called Americana.  Americana design … Continue reading →

One of the most common services I provide my clients is paint selection for their homes.  Many people find choosing the perfect color daunting, so they continue to postpone much needed maintenance and updating.  It can be overwhelming so I’ve … Continue reading →

Bold colors and expressive fabric patterns create the perfect design match in this inviting master suite. It’s a little known fact that designers keep special fabrics aside for when the right client comes along. I’m inundated with the newest, most … Continue reading →

I find it helps if you have a cocktail before you put the lights on the tree.  It keeps you from taking what should be a merry experience and turning it into the Grinch who stole Christmas. Seriously, try adding … Continue reading →

Quick tip:  Using bold colors on the wall of a child’s room will help disguise a mess of items.  Your eye will go to the loud color, not to the of toys, clothes and games abounding as plentiful as the … Continue reading →

Spring feels like it came and went in the bat of an eye, but I don’t want it to pass without noting that there’s nothing like spring!  It always takes my breath away.  When Spring’s verdant green hues come on … Continue reading →