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Top 5 Design Trends of 2016
As we come off a busy week of traveling to the famous High Point Market in North Carolina (the world’s largest home furnishings industry trade
Color Play
Every December, the top authority on color, Pantone unveils the “Color of the Year” for the forthcoming year. This hue is then observed as the
Out with the Old, in with the…Old
In the last few years we have seen a rise in old, vintage furniture being used in homes. Dramatic and rustic pieces with stories to
Mirror Mirror on the Wall
Mirror mirror on the wall, how the heck do I hang you? At what height do you need to be? Where in the house should
Sometimes it’s in the Wall Paper
Over the last few decades, we have seen wall paper come and go. What was extremely popular in the 1950-1970’s became a nightmare to have
What’s your Metal?
Recently, we had a client seek our advice in their bathroom remodel. While what seems to be a small project, bathroom remodels can actually have
Time to Spring Forward
Time to Spring Forward Well folks, it’s almost here. We made it through the bleak winter, the cold days and nights, and the continuously grey
Sticking to our Roots – Olive Oil Style
The Taste of Sicily True to our name, we like all things Italian: Italian architecture, design, food, wine…. The list goes on and on. But
Finding your Focal Point
When designing a room, a kitchen, a living room, a sun room, etc., one of the biggest things to think about is the focal point. What
Time to Throw Out the Throws?
Throw pillows, not the item you typically think of when you think of interior design. The fact of the matter is that throw pillows are
Turn Your Bedroom into a Relaxing Oasis with These Design Tips and Trends
The daily grind of work, errands and other routines can wear us down, and what better place to find rest and relaxation than the bedroom?
Hello There, LEE!
Valentine’s Day – the most romantic day of the year. Leading up to it we think of the customary candle lit dinners, flowers and chocolates.
Tips & Tricks for Choosing a Rug
It’s not always easy to know which rug will be right for your space. We often find a rug that we love at the store,
Interior Lighting
Interior Lighting Remember the days of florescent lights and the too bright hallways in your school walls? Where everything seemed to be under a microscope?
Penny for Your Thoughts?
Copper is the New Stainless In interior design, trends come and trends go; some are (thankfully) short-lived. Remember when the “it” color scheme was avocado
New Year – New You – New Home
New Year – New You – New Home It’s the New Year and we all have resolutions. I know I do. However, will I keep
Creating a Closet Worthy of a Movie Star
Creating a Closet Worthy of a Movie Star Extravagant closets are one of those interior spaces that we can never get enough of. Endless space
Holiday Table Tops
Holiday Table Tops With Christmas just around the corner, many are frantically getting last minute decorations up and out of their boxes for all to enjoy. Don’t
Relaxing in Your Extra Cozy Home This Winter
Relaxing in Your Extra Cozy Home This Winter As the holidays come around and winter’s bite gets ever colder, it’s time to snuggle back into
Thanksgiving Table Tops
There are two types of people in this world – there are the decorators and then there are those who absolutely don’t have a decorating