February 27, 2013

Now or Later

When decorating, a client will sometimes want us to take it slow, especially when it’s new construction.  Some folks just need to wait awhile, live with the room, and see how it feels.  I encourage them to notice how the room can change – colors and light in the room can vary depending on the time of day or even the season.  Taking your time is not a bad thing.

February 19, 2013

What A Difference Rearranging Makes

Before you get ready to purchase new furnishings or accessories, one thing to be sure of is that your your existing furniture is arranged correctly to begin with!

When we walked into this living room, it was evident that it was awkwardly arranged and crowded.  Traffic flow was difficult, and the seating was too spread out to be comfortable for a conversation.  By moving the piano to the left wall, it opened up the back wall for the conversation area and created a welcoming room.

January 22, 2013

Project Highlight – French Country Meets Casual Elegance – Part 1

The first step in building a new home is to brainstorm concepts, inspiration, and discern the clients’ taste. This process, which can take many months, begins with space planning and ends with the final installation of furnishings.