September 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.
Why not…
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.
Everything can be prepared ahead of time so there is much less pressure on the hosts. My all time…
July 24, 2013
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 and peaceful at the end…
July 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…
June 5, 2013
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. It was wonderful to partner…
Read MoreDecember 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…
September 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…
May 31, 2012
An easy, quick fix to add excitement on your patio is readily available. Planning a party this weekend and want to make your patio inviting? Pillows in outdoor fabrics are readily available in exciting patterns and colors says Seattle interior designer, Faith Sheridan.
If you’re ready to add excitement to your patio, contact us for ideas and solutions. We offer a complimentary Skype call to discuss your project. 206.973.3743…
April 26, 2012
If you need color on your patio to complement your plants, choose a colorful pot for a quick ‘color-pop’. In my Seattle outdoor space designs, I found colorful fiberglass containers from Old Town Fiberglass as a perfect solution. The pots are part of the overall color scheme for my outdoor furnishings. Here are some great examples:
On the Seattle Madison Park penthouse roof deck, we featured colorful lime green containers which coordinate with the Sunbrella…
March 29, 2012
The gray days make this Seattle interior designer imagine a colorful patio with inviting colors and fabrics beckoning me outside. Over time the fabrics and cushions break down with exposure to rain and sun. But easy, well priced options are so available today. I’ve gathered some photos to inspire you and help you get a start for warmer days. And don’t forget to add accessories for color punches!
Photos from Houzz & The Company Store…
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