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• Designing Your Home to Last

  

  If you take the time and energy to plan a home renovation, make sure it is designed to last.  While new paint and accessories are a great way to update a space... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• My Invitation to BlogTourNYC

  

  TweetOk…. so for the past few weeks I’ve been dying to share a secret.I have been invited by Modenus along with 13 other designers/ bloggers to join... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• World Tour of Design: Russia

  

  Our last World Tour of Design took us to England, where we explored English Country and Victorian style for your home. Today I’d like to continue the world... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Be Bold – Say It With Stripes

  

  Whether you are planning on wearing them or decorating with them, there is no doubt that stripes make a statement. Using stripes in your interiors presents... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Design with Live Plants for Healthy Living

  

  I love nature. The natural world provides comfort, relaxation, and a measure of peace. Live plants can bring some of the health benefits and beauty of nature... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Add Drama to Your Bathroom with a Free Standing Tub

  

  If your bathroom is feeling cramped and humdrum, there’s a simple way to add space and style to the area: replace your old tub with an exquisite free standing... Read more

  Posted on 04 February 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• World Tour of Design: England

  

  In our last World Tour of Design, we explored the rich and warm aesthetic of Kenyan design. Since I still find myself occasionally slipping into a British accen... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Creating Texture in Your Home with Pressed Tin

  

  I love the look of pressed tin, and I’m thrilled that it appears to be enjoying a rebirth. Popular in the mid-19th century as a more affordable alternative to... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Design Inspiration from Downton Abbey

  

  I recently caught up with the latest episodes of Downton Abbey, the increasingly popular British drama, and it made a huge impression on me….so much so that I... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN, TV & VIDEO

• World Tour of Design: Kenya

  

  In our last World Tour of Design, we visited Spain and took a look at its Mediterranean-influenced architecture. In this week’s World Tour, I’m off to Kenya to... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Luxurious Kitchen Trends to Look For in 2013

  

  One of my favorite things about starting a new year is the influx of new design ideas and trends that come with it.  It’s refreshing to have a wave of fresh... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Top Home Design Trends for 2013

  

  The past year has been an exciting one for home design, but now that we’ve ushered in a new year it’s time to take a look at the most popular trends for this... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Hot Home Decor Trends for 2013

  

  In my last post, I discussed the home design trends for 2013.  Even if you don’t want to invest in a large renovation project, you can still update your home’s... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2013 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• In Love With White Countertops

  

  What is it about crisp white kitchens countertops that captivates our hearts?  Is it the cleanliness and purity that speaks volumes or the reflective qualities... Read more

  Posted on 27 December 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• 2012 Design Quarter Holiday Crawl

  

  Last week I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural 2012 Design Quarter Holiday Crawl. This open house event in Los Angeles’ La Cienega Design Quarter... Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Pantone’s Color of the Year – 2013

  

  Pantone, a leading authority on color and color communication across industries, has released the 2013 Pantone Color of the Year. Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• World Tour of Design: Spain

  

  In our last World Tour of Design, we took a look at Japanese architecture and design. On this World Tour, in honor of my recent entry into the Tile of Spain:... Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• The Passport To Creativity Contest For A Trip To Spain

  

  It’s been about a month now since I began a weekly “World Tour of Design” series and if I’m lucky I just might be able to tour a country myself soon….and I’ll... Read more

  Posted on 04 December 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Win Free Tickets to the Palm Springs Modernism Week Show Preview

  

  Every year I look forward to attending the annual Modernism Week - an 11-day celebration of mid-century modern architecture and design. Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN

• World Tour of Design: Japan

  

  In our previous World Tour of Design, we visited the romantic and varied design aesthetic of France. This week we travel a little farther East to the Land of th... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, INTERIOR DESIGN