April 28, 2015
Small space secrets from a Seattle designer ~
Looking for some small-space ideas? Do you live in a city condo or apartment? I have some small space secrets for you in this post.
April 15, 2015
Stuck or confused about decorating? Here are 3 easy steps you can use to design a room. Think of it as Ready, Set, Go!
Where’s your inspiration? In your closet? a room setting you saved on Pinterest? Get Ready to design your room.
Find inspiration all around you from Nordstrom and beyond
I urge my clients to share a …
Read MoreMarch 25, 2015
This Seattle interior design pro knows the method aka Splurge and Conserve. It’s a frequent conversation with clients around a budget for their design project. Where should I splurge and where can I conserve? And every client will come from a different direction depending on their stage of life and interests. A Pinterest board shows a vision of the look …
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2015
It’s no secret that I love ottomans and add them to every project in multiple rooms. They are the workhorses for interior spaces adding function and style and sometimes storage too.
A favorite ottoman from Hickory Chair
In this post I’ll share ways you can use ottomans effectively for style and function.
Like the Bexley shown …
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June 19, 2014
Fashion diva Diane von Furstenberg blazed into the public eye in the mid-70’s with the wrap dress. The wrap dress was and remains a signature fashion statement. I know, I had one!
The original wrap dress
Her story and acclaim are documented across numerous magazines and I, in particular, like the interview with WWD. You can read it here.
Her …
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May 8, 2014
Whether it’s the Mad Men mania or just a love of entertaining, the presence of bar carts start the party. But when did this bar cart business begin? Some date it to the 40’s when prohibition ended along with WWII and home entertaining was the rage. Front and center was a fully stocked bar cart to move throughout the party. …
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May 1, 2014
Yes, the art of coordinating walls with furniture is on trend and returning to interior design. It appeared at High Point Market this spring with brands like Thibaut and also in magazines. According to Carleton Varney, Dorothy Draper launched this concept many years ago. “Dorothy liked the idea of furniture becoming part of the architecture of a room and blending …
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2013
The sofa in your home is priority seating. Not only is it front and center in your room but those seats (and cushions) command constant use from you, your family and guests. So, how does your sofa suit you? Your lifestyle? Your style? Your home? In a nutshell, life happens on your sofa! This Seattle interior designer suggests there are 5 important considerations when you purchase a sofa.
Hickory Chair ~ Graydon sofa
1. Love …
Read MoreApril 19, 2010
The traditional powder room remains a mainstay but this expert Seattle designer also sees the ‘family powder room’ in my projects. The continuing desirability of kitchen - great room combos requires a nearby bath for children, adults and guests when everyone is gathered nearby. The more formal powder room generally is located close to living and dining areas of the home.
I recently completed a photo shoot with my favorite photographer, Roger Turk, of Northlight …
Read MoreAugust 14, 2009
Don’t be Sleepless in Seattle because of design differences with your partner. Here are tips from a Seattle interior designer to get started and work thru your different tastes.
Are you and your partner planning a remodel, new furnishings such as an area rug, art, accessories or window treatments? In my everyday design work, I find couples have trouble typically in SIX areas which leads to conflict and unfinished or stalled project. Here are the …
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