Decorating Dissatisfaction – Do You Have It? Part I

There was a scary statistic released last year in a Houzz.com survey. (You’re gonna need some dark chocolate for this one!) An overwhelming 98% of design lovers reported being dissatisfied with their homes decor. 98%!!! It gets worse. When that same 98% was asked if they thought they were at least on track to getting…

Stress Free Decorating for Couples

Decorating alone is stressful enough…but it only gets more complicated when you add a spouse or partner…here are some great tips for couples on how to design together. Click here to learn more about your Design Fingerprint and The Decorating Genius System. About Donna Hoffman, The Interior Design Advocate™ Author of the popular home…

Furniture Lessons from a Paris Flea Market

Flea markets are really fun, especially when you dig up something with potential. You may find a vintage piece of furniture, but the upholstery is terrible, so what do you do? Watch this video for some great ideas to transform your find into a treasure! About Donna Hoffman, The Interior Design Advocate™ Author…

Vintage Wallpaper Art from a Paris Flea Market

Wallpaper has been used throughout history to beautifully cover home interiors, but have you thought about using wallpaper as artwork? On my recent trip to Paris for an interior design trade show, I stopped off at one of the most popular flea markets in town, Vanves. I found some great vintage wallpaper samples and, in…

Amazing Antique Mural Renderings at a Paris Flea Market

You’ll love these antique mural renderings we found at the famous Vanves Flea Market in Paris! In this video, I talk with a fine art dealer Gerard Hans, who sells these one-of-a-kind works from as far back as the 1800’s. The renderings are created first so that the artist can visualize what will be placed…

Design Lessons from a Paris Flea Market

Flea markets are great for finding unusual furniture and accessories. Here at the flea market at Clingnancourt, I’ve found some gorgeous items that you might not necessarily put together, but would look great as a pair. Check out my video for some great design ideas.

Designer Vintage Clothing Treasures at Chez Sarah

If you’ve read my blog in the past few months, you’ll know that I’ve recently returned from Paris and the Maison et Objet interior design trade show. I was lucky to visit the famous Clingnancourt flea market during this trip, where the best interior designers purchase vintage furniture, clothing and antiquities. One of the most…

Fun Finds from Paris’ Maison et Objet Fall 2015 Show

If you missed my trend report on Maison & Objet, click here to read Part I: Design Trend Spotting from Maison & Objet September 2015. Maison & Objet, literally translated Home & Object takes place twice annually in Paris. In Part I of this 2 part series I outlined the key trends, both emerging and…

Paris & My Hair: Lessons in Humility

You know how most of us imagine that the French, particularly the Parisians, really have it together? Well I’m here to tell you: they do. These people look great; these people sound great. Then, in stark contrast, there was me. On my recent trip to Paris to attend an interior design trade show, though I…

Interior Design Trend Report from Maison et Objet Paris Fall 2015

Tamara Barrage Maison et Objet, the show of shows here in the interior design world happens twice annually in Paris. This show is considered one of interior design’s epicenters. It’s the place to spot new trend seeds and track the movement of the developing trends. The show is massive, with exhibit halls spanning a few…

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