Posts Tagged ‘design tips’
Plan First: The Key to a Seamless Renovation
If you’re planning to remodel your kitchen, build an addition, or design your forever home from the ground up, here’s the truth most people don’t learn until it’s too late: Designing a beautiful, functional home doesn’t start with a contractor. It starts with a strategy. As an interior designer who works with busy professionals on…
Read MoreGo Bold or Go Home: Bold Wallpaper Design Ideas
If you’ve worked with me (or followed along on Instagram) you know I’m all about big moves in design. Wallpaper is one of those magic tools that can totally shift the vibe of a space. Want to make a room feel finished, layered, and full of personality? Wallpaper. Need to breathe life into a boring…
Read MoreHow to Decorate a Long Narrow Living Room (Without Losing Your Mind)
Long, narrow living rooms are some of the trickiest spaces to decorate. They’re awkward. They’re unbalanced. And if you’ve ever walked into one and thought, “Where the heck is the furniture supposed to go?“, you’re not alone. These rooms are often the result of older home layouts or quirky renovations, and they don’t naturally lend…
Read More3 Interior Design Business Tips That Transformed My Work (and My Sanity)
When it comes to running a successful interior design firm, a few small things can make all the difference. These are the interior design business tips that helped me become more profitable, serve my clients better, and finally ditch the burnout. If you’re a designer who feels overworked, overwhelmed, or underpaid, I want to let…
Read MoreCurrently Crushing On…Client Favorites
One of my favorite things about designing for busy professional families is sourcing furniture and decor that perfectly balance personality, playfulness, and high design. Every piece I select for my clients is intentional – whether it’s a statement-making burlwood cabinet, a bold vintage-inspired rug, or a light fixture that adds just the right amount of…
Read MoreMacon Love: Best Home Decor Stores in Macon, Georgia
Macon, Georgia is a city rich in history, rock ‘n roll culture, and…home goods? While I often source furnishings, lighting and decor from my trusted trade vendors nationwide, I love to shop for those special finishing touches locally. Here’s a list of the 5 best home decor stores in Macon, GA (well, my favorites, anyway!),…
Read More10 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Home Remodel Project
Interior design and home remodeling may sound like fun, but if you’ve ever made a decision that didn’t go quite right, you know how frustrating and expensive that decision can be. Hiring an interior designer, architect, or contractor is the best way to start the home improvement process, and below are 10 questions to ask…
Read More5 High-End Kitchen Must-Haves
The kitchen has always been considered the heart of the home, and this is even more true after being home-bound throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. (I sometimes feel like I can’t escape my kitchen, especially when kids seem to want snacks and meals alllll day long.) Luxury kitchen remodels are in high demand as we use…
Read More5 Easy Ways to Create a Hotel-Inspired Living Room
Have you ever stayed in a gorgeous boutique hotel and completely fallen in love with the vibe? I have. In fact, I’m now a convert and will opt to stay in a boutique hotel over the average chain any chance I get. Sure, they are a bit of an investment – but for a night…
Read MoreHome Maintenance Tips
The holidays are over, the decorations are put away, and it’s time to get your home back in order for the new year. While a deep cleaning is probably high on your to-do list, it’s also important to clean and maintain your furnishings and decor regularly throughout the year so that they look their best…
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