Let’s talk about the real difference between “nice room” and “jaw-dropping design” for a moment. Spoiler alert – it’s not the big stuff alone. It’s the intentional little details that elevate, polish, and pack a visual punch. I’m talking about those expertly layered flourishes that don’t scream for attention, but whisper, “this was done by…
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Category: DIY Interior Design
Girlfriend, let’s talk about one of the easiest ways seasoned interior designers bring instant life, warmth, and style into a home: PLANTS! 💚 If you want to zhuzh up a space, whether for your own home, for a client, or for a photoshoot houseplants are often one of my go-to styling moves (and Pssss… if…
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Creating a bedroom that adapts as your child, or your client’s child, grows can save both time and money, and it ensures that the room always feels perfect for the occupant! Here are five simple yet effective strategies for designing a space that will grow with a small human, making it stylish and practical for…
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The bathroom doesn’t have to be just a place for quick showers or stop in—it can be a truly luxurious experience with a few strategic design flourishes. If you’re looking to elevate your bathroom design, here are four favorite ways to deliver a high-end feel. 1. Art: Add Personality to the Walls Art in the…
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Girlfriend, if you’re on the hunt for stylish pieces to elevate your home or do some value-engineered “fill in” for a client project, with the right eye, HomeGoods can be a great resource. Need to add a few room-completing or fresh touches? Got a photo shoot to fill out? HomeGoods is where designers know you…
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Every business will experience every cycle there is: The good, the bad and… the lull. Here’s what not to do should your design business hit a temporary lull: Don’t: Panic. Curl into a ball. Decide you’re a failure. Think it’s time to close shop. Comfort eat. Numb yourself watching TV. Tell everyone who’ll listen how…
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Every once in a while, many look around their personal surroundings and make the decision that the ambience could use a little updating! It doesn’t have to be major and more importantly, it doesn’t have to break the bank. As every design professional knows, a favored quick fix that also offers a MAJOR aesthetic payoff…
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One of the greatest slight-of-hand-tricks a good interior designer can do is to use design strategically in order to make any room “look” (and feel) bigger than it is. Small spaces can be vastly improved using various time-tested design moves. Here are 5 favorites that can be easily put into action by anyone – some…
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As a designer with over 15 years in the business, never ONCE have I heard, “I love what you are doing, but is there any way that we can pour MORE money into this project?” We have all felt the uptick in pricing these last few years, due to a spike in inflation; everything from…
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Hello my lovelies! There are plenty of reasons why it’s ideal to have an area rug in a living room, bedroom, or other living space. Area rugs provide comfort, warmth, and decorative interest (color, pattern, texture, etc.). And they create a frame in which to place furniture and define spaces. Like furniture & art, area…
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