May 20, 2015
Is it time to add comfortable outdoor furniture? To make outdoor entertaining more comfortable and relaxing many of us will shop for new furniture in advance of the upcoming warmer weather.
Outdoor furniture from Lloyd Flanders
Many of us consider Memorial Day the unofficial start to the summer season. So we celebrate the holiday at home with an outdoor barbecue
April 7, 2015
What used to be called ‘Sunbrella’ is now called Performance Fabric. And your home will love performance fabric no matter what! They are used on soft goods inside and outside and ready for you to put to work. In other words they want to Perform. The Thibaut fabrics shown below represent the trend-setting fabrics and wallpaper this company is …
Read MoreSeptember 18, 2013
Are you ready to celebrate fall? Why not plan a cozy, stylish fire pit party. Today a fire pit is a key decor element related to creating a luxury outdoor environment and creating a cozy, seductive atmosphere for a party. A fire pit is an immensely desirable alternative to a traditional outdoor fireplace. Fire pits extend the enjoyment of your outdoor space and are seen as more casual for gathering friends and family.
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…September 1, 2013
Labor Day entertaining should be easy, after all it’s a National day off. So how can you make this easy entertaining happen for your party? I suggest you plan a casual event that’s BYOB and BYOD. That means ‘ bring your own drink and a dish to share’. It’s even better if you have a theme.
Easy Labor Day Entertaining
Everything can be prepared ahead of time so there is much less pressure on the …
Read MoreJuly 24, 2013
A covered area with heaters
We are busier than ever. More time on the road commuting and increased office time are part of the issue. How to slow our fast paced lives, leave the frenzy and relax? and really stop and smell the roses?
I have a few ideas to add relaxation and to make our homes more harmonious …
Read MoreJuly 3, 2013
For anyone planning an outdoor party this Independence Day, the record-breaking temperatures hitting the US might pose a real challenge.
Try a few of these ideas to cool down your party:
For porches or outdoor rooms with a ceiling, add a ceiling fan. Not only will it help keep you cool, the wind created from the fan will discourage mosquitoes …
Read MoreJune 5, 2013
Custom mural with Moroccan theme
Yes, the weather in Seattle and on the West Coast has been teasing us the past couple of weeks. As a result, I hear lots of stories of gardening, planting, and getting the patio or deck ready for outdoor living. Recently, I received the project photos of the featured outdoor space in this blog post. …
Read MoreMay 22, 2013
It’s hard to believe that next Friday starts Memorial Day weekend, the launchpad of summer entertaining. It’s not too late to renovate your outdoor cooking space in time for the summer season.
Here are the must have items for a gourmet cooking experience:
December 5, 2012
If you’re like this Seattle interior designer, you enjoy decorating your home for the holidays. Of course you’ll have the tree, the stockings and the table settings, but what about other less obvious areas of your home that could use some holiday attention?
The first thing guests see when they visit is the entrance to your home, so dress it up! Here are a couple of fresh ideas I found around the ‘net for your …
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2012
Seattle savors a stellar summer but the shorter days are sending us the message we all know is coming. As a Seattle interior designer and patio lover, I’m planning to extend my outdoor moments as long as I can. The themes of ‘back to school’ and ‘football parties’ are prime opportunities to gather and socialize as long as possible.
I’ve gathered some tips and ideas with that in mind in this blog post. So keep …
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