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?

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: 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…

January Decorating Savvy Checklist

When it comes to creating your most beautiful home and life, results don’t happen overnight! It can take many small steps to achieve the result you want. To keep you motivated on your quest for your dream home I love to send a monthly checklist of both small and large actions really make a difference…

From Red Carpet to Room: Bold and Graphic Bedroom

Listen up TIDA Peeps! You don’t need to limit yourself to interior design resources when looking for room inspiration. This month, we drew inspiration from a red carpet ensemble to create a bold bedroom worth swooning over! We began the space by coating the walls in a soft grey hue and hanging graphic black and…

Top 10 Favorite Party Tips For Hosting A Great Event

Who doesn’t love a good party? The trick is to make things look as effortless as possible, keep it festive and pretty AND… make sure to spend time enjoying your own party too! Here are 10 favorite party tips to help you throw and enjoy a great “soiree,” all lovingly offered from our hearts to…

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