Why is Decorating Harder than it Looks?

Pinterest. Houzz. Design Magazines. Blogs. HGTV. Yummy and fun? Or a little overwhelming and deceptive? I vote – a little of both. Sure, collecting inspiration images is super fun. But here’s the problem and where you can get caught spinning your wheels: The DIY machine in the U.S. alone is a massive animal – a…

March Decorating Savvy Checklist

One of my favorite things about lists is that they hold me accountable to the things I want to accomplish. Just the simple act of writing down a task makes me twice as likely to actually get it done! To help you get a few steps closer to that great-looking home you’re after, enjoy this…

What Nobody Tells You About Designing Your New Home

There’s a party going on over on Facebook – are you missing out? I go LIVE every Tuesday at 4PM EST to discuss decorating dilemmas, tricky trends and answer YOUR burning design questions. Join me live to submit your question every week for a chance to get your challenges addressed by an award winning interior…

Room In A Box: Winter White Sitting Room

Instead of drudging through the rest of winter, we’re celebrating it this month with a winter white sitting room that is as cozy as it is elegant. We began the space with a tufted sofa and pair of sleek wingback armchairs. A stately wood cocktail table is situated in the center of the seating area while…

How to Tackle Your Design Budget

I know what you’re thinking … budget … oh no, not the b-word! Budgeting is one of the most important topics when discussing design (and also the most unpopular). To get the tools you need to work through a design project without breaking the bank, check out our very first blog round-up! We’ve gathered four…

February Decorating Savvy Checklist

To-do lists are all about celebrating little victories! Even ticking off minor tasks like “buy new throw pillows” or “clean the stove” can feel great AND your nest improves too! To get some positive vibes going in your home, check out this month’s Decorating Savvy Checklist! Complete even just one of the actions below to…

Lighting: Is It An Accessory Or Part Of Your Furnishings?

Room In A Box: Bright Breakfast Nook

Just because it’s dark and dreary outside doesn’t mean your interiors have to be! This month, we created a bright and airy Breakfast Nook that will make your home feel sunny all year round. Valences made with colorful retro fabric set the tone for the space. In the center of the room sits a minimalist…

Struggling with Color: Normal or Abnormal?

I hate to be the bearer of bad news. So lucky for me, today I get to be the bearer of good news!!! When it comes to decorating & design, you are SUPER normal if color makes you nuts. In fact, you have tons of company! Whether you stress out from picking wall paint colors,…

Beautiful Room Transformations: Do I have to start from scratch?

So many design lovers fear that in order to get a truly beautiful room, they have to start from scratch. Many more believe that, “Start from Scratch,” is the only way design clients work…as in…throw it all out and start from ground zero. Let me clear up a few things, my lovely. 🙂 Sure, design…