An entry way is the first impression a guest has of your home so it’s important that it’s warm and inviting. There are several ways to make an entry way more function including adding a console table with a bowl to drop your keys when you come in, a mirror for guests to check their…
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What’s the difference between an Interior Designer and an Interior Decorator? Most states allow anyone to use the title “Interior Designer” even without a degree, formal training, or certification. So you can’t assume one has more training or experience than the other. The biggest difference between a decorator and a designer is the expectations. Most…
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As an interior designer, “modern farmhouse” is still one of the most popular design styles I get requests for. A lot of people credit the trend to Joanna Gaines and her show Fixer Upper on HGTV. In reality, the style has been around much longer than that but definitely gained popularity thanks to the show.…
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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 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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Gold decor is still one of the most popular accent colors in interior design right now. Here are a few of my favorite gold home items that range from affordable to investment (or save vs. spend). Keep in mind some of the items come from vendors that fluctuate in prices so if the item is…
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