Category Archives: Furniture
Fireplaces and TVs
I am about to start work on a family room for a new client. The room will be used for TV watching and enjoying fires (and occasional napping). It has a gas fireplace with a stone mantle that is about … Continue reading →
Painting bathroom cabinets
Many of us are “blessed” with those ubiquitous wood cabinets from (enter name of chain home building supply store here). There is no two ways about it: they are ugly. They are cheap. They serve a purpose. And that’s it. … Continue reading →
Contrast
Is your room like a polar bear against a snowy backdrop? Or is it more like a periwinkle hydrangea set against green leaves? If you feel your room is blah, there may be a quick fix: contrast. Take a look … Continue reading →
Demolition Sales
Sounds like a monster truck event, doesn’t it? They can certainly feel like one if you’ve ever been. A demolition sale is a giant scavenger hunt to a decorator. It’s like an estate sale, but with one big difference: after … Continue reading →
Cool chair for dining or office
I have been on an IKEA kick lately. I found this chair while looking for some pieces for a commercial space I’m working on. It’s super comfortable and sexy and sleek. It comes in two colors – a clear and … Continue reading →
My new favorite find
I went looking for a chaise lounge for a client today and came across Treasure Hunt. This place is amazing. The website doesn’t do it justice: visiting the 10,000 square foot space is a must. I found a fabulous tufted … Continue reading →
Coolest space saver ever
While working with a client on a closet redesign, we came to that age old question: how do we organize and store all the shoes? She is a simple woman, with, oh, about 200 pairs. I used to be like … Continue reading →
The best bookcase ever (isn’t really a bookcase)
It’s the world’s greatest storage unit: the Ikea Expedit bookcase. I use 12 inch x 12 inch wicker baskets in mine. I stuff them with shoes, toys, remote controls (really, why do we need three remotes to watch tv?) and … Continue reading →
What the Bleep is Redesign?
Hiring a decorator to spruce up your space may be a lot more economical than you think. Most decorators – myself included – offer redesign solutions. What is that you may say? It’s a fancy term for more affordable but still … Continue reading →
It’s Easy Being Green
Being eco-friendly applies as much in design as it does in the rest of the world. You already know the value of reusing a piece of furniture. It is great for the environment and your budget. Just think: that $400 you … Continue reading →
