PROJECT REVEAL: HIDDEN IVY KITCHEN
THE BEFORE:: A LAYOUT IN NEED OF CHANGE We are beyond excited to share the stunning transformation of this unique space! What was once a cramped, inefficient layout with a kitchen tucked away in a small back corner has now been completely reimagined. The original...
BUILD A BOLD OFFICE SPACE THAT YOU’LL LOVE
Your space should be inviting, energizing, and functional. Not just your home, but also (and especially!) your office space. Whether you’re revamping your home office or refreshing a shared workspace, the key is balance. You want color but not chaos, personality...
COUNTERTOP EDGE PROFILES
Small details make the difference in design. One often overlooked feature that can transform a space is the countertop edge profile. Choosing a unique profile doesn’t just finish a countertop—it adds character and polish, elevating the entire kitchen aesthetic. This...
YEAR IN REVIEW: 2024 PROJECTS
Somehow, 2025 is just around the corner, and we don't want to turn the page to another new year without reviewing all the amazing projects we collaborated on with clients in 2024. We settled into our building, grew as a team and a creative business, and continued to...
2025 INTERIOR DESIGN TREND PREDICTIONS
Every year the Curio Team has fun creating our Trend Predictions. This year we're feeling...moodiness, boldness, patterns and textures. Want to see our track record? Check out our 2023 and 2024 predictions. 2025 TREND PREDICTIONS Earthy Moody Colors We see maximalism...
CURIO TEAM MUST HAVES
The Curio Design Team had a blast sitting down choosing our favorite trends (more on that to come!), items, and vibes as we head in 2025. Our team is diverse in our talents and as well as in our taste. As we head into the holiday shopping season check out some of our...
PROJECT REVEAL: WOODLAWN CONTEMPORARY
THE BEFORE. How many people have a bathroom with a giant jacuzzi tub taking up precious floor space. This bathroom was a similar beast. While a jacuzzi tub had it's time to shine (ahem helloooo early 2000's) most people are opting for more storage and functional space...
COLOR SPOTLIGHT: AMBER
Amber is a current favorite for the Curio team right now. It's warm, rich, versatile + golden -- sophisticated but cozy. From throw pillows to paint colors to tapers -- we are treating amber as a neutral. Bring on the feeling of autumn leaves + sunsets, here are our...
OUR FAVORITE INTEGRATED LED LIGHTS
The Curio team is always searching for design solutions that blend both aesthetics and functionality. One of the new trends in lighting is the integrated LED -- whether you’re updating your home or tackling a new design project, integrated LED fixtures offer an...
PROJECT REVEAL: HERITAGE BLOOM KITCHEN
THE BEFORE. This project was such a challenge! The existing layout made it feel small and cramped and actually made it really hard to measure and get an understanding for how the space could be used. We knew this was going to be a total overhaul. THE PLAN....
KITCHEN FAUCETS WE ARE LOVING RIGHT NOW PART 2
Our post about kitchen faucets? Got a lot of people talking. In design, details matter and our clients are discerning. By popular demand, we've got another round of our favorite faucets. Whether your style is transitional, modern or traditional, we've got you covered....
PROJECT REVEAL: POPPY BLUE PRIMARY
This before and after is so extreme its hard to capture in the pictures. This was a total transformation of an old unfunctional space, into a modern en-suite--all nestled in Marquette's historic East side. THE BEFORE. While an attached bathroom is a luxury in any old...
BEST BRASS FINISHES (BY VENDOR)
We love mixing metals...we have SAID IT BEFORE and we will say it...forever probably. For finishes like black and chrome, we find that mixing and matching between vendors is no issue [think sink fixture and shower fixtures]. But with brass each vendor can be super...
FAVORITE BLUSH PAINT COLORS – PART 2
Clients occasionally cringe when we bring up pink, but these shades of blush are warm, sophisticated, and surprisingly neutral as a backdrop to your space. Tempted by this gorgeous trend but not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up our fave blushes just for you. We...
PROJECT REVEAL: BALTIC BIANCO KITCHEN
Project reveal time! This project was SO fun to work. It really challenged us to be creative and come up with tons of functional, practical and budget-conscious solutions. Interested in learning more about how we plan kitchen storage or what it is like to work with...
NATURALLY MODERN WALL ART
Variety is a key element to design, we love mixing finishes like brass and chrome or painted and wood finishes in kitchens. This same concept rings true for wall art. We love collaborating with clients to come up with a unique and balanced scheme for the walls that...
OUR FAVORITE BRASS SCONCES
The Curio Team loves finding all the little details that tie a room together. Lighting is a great way to add variety, texture and playfulness to a space. Lighting is a category we tend to go more TRENDY with as these are generally things that can be easily changed...
PROJECT REVEAL: GOLDEN GARDEN KITCHEN
Our work depends heavily on client-designer collaboration. We pride ourselves on listening to needs, reviewing inspiration images and pulling together a plan that works for the client space. During the middle of the design process we work closely with the client to...
OUR FAVORITE WOOD + PAINT COMBOS FOR KITCHENS
Any successful design project needs to master the mix of materials. It is this mix that makes a space feel layered, connected, balanced, and unique. One of our favorite combos is mixing natural wood into our projects. We love these combos because they: are durable for...
WHAT DOES A KITCHEN RENO ACTUALLY COST?
Bad news first: kitchen renovations are expensive. Good news? They are usually a very good return on investment, whether that means having a functional, heavily used space in your home or increasing the resale value. At the kick off of any project we have to get right...
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Founded in 2012 by Allison Harlow, Curio Design Studio focuses on creating distinctive interior environments for new construction, whole house renovations and kitchen + bath remodels for modern families and leading professionals.
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