Let’s be honest. Design clients don’t want to know your credentials, they want to see your work. When they are paying top dollar to hire a designer they want to make sure they are getting someone who knows what they’re doing. A client expects you as the designer to know how to mix patterns/colors, have…
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One of my favorite design styles is a mix of coastal and farmhouse. Both design styles are actually very similar as they share many of the same design elements such as: shiplap, bead board, soft neutral color pallets, rustic woods, woven elements, and lots of texture. This beautiful coastal farmhouse dining room was designed by…
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Shopping for home decor can be overwhelming because there’s SO many new interior styles out there. From global to Scandinavian, there’s always a new style being added to the mix. I’ve noticed that the 3 trends I’m seeing most on Instagram and Pinterest are farmhouse, glam, and bohemian. Below I’ve put together an easy guide…
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A recent trend we’re seeing a lot in home design is the 2-toned kitchens which have cabinets that are 2 different colors. Now this trend isn’t for everyone and it can be tricky to get the colors right but here are a few tips to help you execute the 2-toned kitchen well: 1. Stick to…
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One of the top trends you’re probably seeing more and more as you scroll your Instagram feed is Chinoiserie-inspired home decor and furnishings. This trend has actually been popular in traditional style interiors for years but the ornate designs are now becoming key pieces of coastal design (think pink peonies in blue/white ginger jars) as…
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You want your guest’s first impression of your home to be a good one. That’s why it’s important to have an entryway that is well put together and inviting. My foolproof way to decorate an entry way is a console table to easily set your purse on as you take of your coat, a bench…
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Every room needs a touch of greenery. When a room feels incomplete it’s almost always because there’s no plants (real or faux!) which adds instant life to a room. Today I wanted to share my favorite faux trees that are great quality and budget friend (all under $200 and some under $100!). Best part? They’re…
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Guest baths (and bathrooms in general) can be one of the trickiest rooms to get right. When you’re limited on space, you want to make a high impact without overwhelming a room. One of the most important parts of making a bathroom feel well designed is through the use of texture – towels, bath mats,…
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Gone are the days of the ho-hum boring wall mirrors. There’s so many options out there that there’s really no excuse to not have a beautiful mirror that acts as a piece of art. One of my favorite types of mirrors is a starburst mirror. Not only do starburst mirrors have more dimension and interest…
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Did you know fall is the perfect time of year to buy patio furniture? This is when you’ll get the best deal as most retailers will be marking prices way down! The perfect patio combination is lots of comfy seating for guests, a pop of color, and lots of good texture (wicker, jute, concrete, metal,…
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