Why You Shouldn’t Cherry-Pick Design Advice
02/18/2021
Today I’m sharing some of my design assistant’s best home improvement projects… and saying goodbye. That means we are hiring! Keep reading to find out more. Friday, we received the news that my rock star, design assistant Kelly (below), who you’ve seen mentioned many times on this blog in the last four years is NOT…
Trying to combine old finishes with new flooring? I’m sharing two magic questions that will make every decorating or design decision better. House Beautiful | Read more: Encaustic Tile Trend Post I received so many questions about flooring from my last post; Are Hardwood Floors a Pattern, it’s clear that this topic needs a follow…
Are Hardwood Floors Considered a Pattern?
02/02/2021
I’ve already told you that you shouldn’t choose more than one pattern when selecting your finishes like flooring, countertops and/or backsplash. But, many of you still want to know if hardwood floors are considered a pattern. Here’s when wood is a pattern that you can’t ignore and when it is classic and timeless. Recently, I…
Do you ever feel like there’s a rat race to install the next newest trend in kitchen design? Maybe you inherited a kitchen where the former homeowner installed the trendiest finishes from another decade? Well, you are not alone. Here’s my best advice for taking your dated kitchen from yesterday (whenever that was) to today. And, I’m…
What’s the Style of YOUR New Build?
01/20/2021
While the obsession with the modern farmhouse continues, I’d love to know what style of new home you are building (or planning to build in the future)? And, here’s my advice on which new build details can fall totally flat in your design if you aren’t careful. Modern farmhouse Your Modern Farmhouse home will make…
The Evolution of the Ugly Bar Light
12/02/2020
Sconce lights may not be practical for every bathroom and there are some ugly bar lights out there. So, I’m here with a roundup of the best vanity lights to elevate your bathroom design. Before I jump in with today’s post, I’m looking for a Part-time & Full-time Virtual Colour Designer/Decorator for my eDesign department!…
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