October 23, 2014

Let Your Travels Inspire You

Recently I was asked for design advice with a kitchen renovation. My client was inspired by her trips to France and wanted to incorporate some elements in the plan.  Unfortunately, I did not take any “before” pictures of the room.  However, this space certainly went through a major transformation!

October 16, 2014

Everyone Loves A Makeover

Have we really been working on this together for almost 30 years?

My client and I had a laugh over how time has flown and how trends have changed.  Considering an extensive (and overdue) makeover, we traveled from room to room as we inventoried each piece of furniture, recounting which year and which house each piece was purchased.  Sofa from the ’80′s.  Chairs from the ’90′s.  You get the idea.

February 18, 2014

Don’t Forget to Look Up!

So many elements come together to make a finished room.  Certainly furnishings are a main factor, but let’s consider the architectural elements of the room as well.  The floors are a good place to start.  They can be wood (what species, what stain?) or tile (ceramic, natural stone or marble?).  Will your walls be painted, wallpapered or paneled?  The window choices are endless and how you treat the fireplace or built-in cabinetry can completely define the style of a room.