#whyitworks--Tile

#whyitworks--Tile

Scrolling through images of beautiful homes online can feel like the design equivalent of looking at food porn with no recipes. Yes, it's gorgeous. Yes, you want it. But how do you make it at home?

Never fear! Welcome to my new series: "Why it Works." We'll look at some of the big design trends circulating the inter-webs and decode why they look so good so you can try them, too.

Create a "home base" for your kids

Create a "home base" for your kids

Want to know one of the best parts of my job? Learning what makes my clients feel at home and working together to create it.  Everyone needs a "home base" to be ourselves and recharge.

 

What if you could create a space like that for your child? A place that helped them grow and reinforced who they are?

 

All you need are the right questions and a good plan. Let me show you how.

My fall favorites

My fall favorites

Fall has it's own smells, it's own foods, and the best curl-up-by-the-fire vibe. So, wherever you are this fall, here are a few of my favorite ways to experience the season. (And, if you need any coaching on this whole get cozy thing, this is my dog, Grey, doing his best impression of a cinnamon bun.)

Why it's time to give wallpaper another chance

Why it's time to give wallpaper another chance

I'm pretty sure we all have it. That knee-jerk reaction to the very idea of wallpaper. Suddenly, we're in a full-on 70s flashback of swirling maize, pumpkin, and avocado (usually on top of something else that clashed horribly). 

It's time to let go. It's time to forgive. Don't be afraid. Wallpaper is fabulous. I'll give you three reasons to trust again:

Eight Etsy Essentials

Eight Etsy Essentials

Why do I love Etsy? In a world of big-box stores and generic design, it's an instant connection to unique pieces from niche designers. And, the prices are typically great. Here are eight pieces I've found on Etsy for recent projects because why should I be the only one to have fun shopping?