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• Fashion Wednesday: The D’Orsay Flats

  

  I have a confession to make: I’m a “shoe-aholic”. I just love a good pair of shoes. My favorite shoes are flats; I prefer them for their practicality and... Read more

  Posted on 09 April 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• My Beautiful Spring Garden

  

  My garden is starting to blossom! I see the beautiful colors of spring popping up every day and it’s so exciting to experience it! Slowly but surely my... Read more

  Posted on 08 April 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Design Inspirations: a Touch of Blue and White

  

  Happy Monday! What a great weekend we had! It was sunny and relatively warm, making it a great time to spend outdoors. Christopher and I enjoyed this beautiful... Read more

  Posted on 08 April 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Home Tour: An Updated Boston Brownstone

  

  I came across this colorful, modern home in the latest online edition of New England Home. My impression was “wow!” I was immediately drawn to the home’s design... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Finally, My Home Office Reveal!

  

  At last, my home office renovation is completed! Yeah! I’m so happy. I now have a space that’s all my own, decorated in styles that I love: traditional,... Read more

  Posted on 03 April 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Decor Inspirations: Tinge

  

  Hello everyone! We had a very rainy weekend which culminated with a surprise snowstorm yesterday. My spring flowers didn’t appreciate it at all! My ranunculus... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Happy SUNday!

  

  How is your Sunday going? Here, in Maryland, we’ve had nothing but rain the whole weekend. Not fun. I needed something colorful and bright to cheer me up. Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Home Tour:Steven Harris and Lucien Rees Roberts

  

  While thumbing through the latest edition of Architectural Digest , I came across this small but well-designed home of architect Steven Harris and his partner,... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• I’ve Been Featured

  

  I’m delighted to mention that I’m currently being featured in the series Designer Insights on the blog site of the online blinds store Terry’s Blinds (based in... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Adding a Little Sunshine to My Home

  

  It’s a gorgeous sunny spring day and I’m loving it. I still can’t believe that the weather prediction is for more snow tomorrow. When it’s spring, there should... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Decor inspirations:Outdoor Entertaining Spaces

  

  What a beautiful warm day we had yesterday! It was a welcome break from the chilly days of the past week, and my husband and I enjoyed ourselves doing some... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Hello, Spring! So Glad to See You

  

  Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love! Sitting Bull At... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• These Pretty Things Make Me Happy

  

  It’s raining in the DC area today, so I’m cheering myself up by searching the internet for some pretty things. I’m looking for things that will make me smile.... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Spring Color Inspiration: Lovely Lilac

  

  I’m really looking forward to spring and all the pretty pastel colors I see during the season. I like all the pastel colors and I’m happy to have any of them... Read more

  Posted on 18 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Decor Inspirations: Green and Metallics

  

  Hi everyone, happy St. Patrick’s Day!! To pay homage, today’s post will highlight the color that’s associated with this day: green. This color is very fitting... Read more

  Posted on 18 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Happy Friday

  

  Don’t save things for a special occasion. Every day of your life is a special occasion. Thomas S. Monson I’m wishing you all a wonderful and fun-filled Friday, Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Design Inspirations: Outdoor Kitchens

  

  This is the time of the year when we start planning for the warmer weather. Home decor magazines, websites and television shows are all in “spring design mode”. Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Happy Wednesday::lovely Inspirational Bedroom

  

  This bedroom really captured my attention because of its softness and neutral color palette, which give it a very feminine look. Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Decor Inspirations: Pouf Ottomans

  

  I’ve been seeing a resurgence of pouf ottomans recently. These pieces of decorative furniture are a great finishing touch for any room in a home. Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Happy Tuesday

  

  The happiest people are those who think the most interesting thoughts.Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, goo... Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN