OUR FAVORITE ROUND MIRRORS
Round mirrors our one of our favorite design elements lately. They can help fill a space, add reflective light not to mention this round shape is right on trend! However, there are so many choices it can be seriously overwhelming. Almost every online retailer has...
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MIDCENTURY MEETS BOHO CHARM IN LAKE COTTAGE REVEAL!
MIDCENTURY MEETS BOHO IN THIS 900 SQ. FT. COTTAGE The Midcentury Cottage project was a huge undertaking for a relatively small space. What once was a dark, dingy rental house out near the lake has been completely transformed. The end result is a bright and cozy...
RATTAN ALL YEAR LONG
RATTAN ALL YEAR LONG! Rattan all year long?! We say YES! It's not just for your porch anymore! As summer transitions into fall, we love the idea of extending the life of materials typically designated for nights out on the patio by bringing them inside. As designers...
5 THINGS YOU CAN DO TODAY TO UPDATE YOUR SPACE FOR FALL
5 THINGS YOU CAN DO TODAY TO UPDATE YOUR SPACE FOR FALL Fall is inevitably on its way! Some of us embrace this as a time for a fresh new start, time for routine or to simply start getting ready for winter! So here are 5 things you can do today to update your space...
KID FRIENDLY + STYLISH LIVING ROOM
KID FRIENDLY + STYLISH LIVING ROOM Our clients were pretty far along in their first pregnancy when they came to us for help creating a kid friendly and stylish living room. Being a mom myself, I knew the beautiful chaos that was about to happen to this newly designed...
BEST LAMPS UNDER $150
BEST LAMPS UNDER $150 Lamps can create intimate lighting in any space. It can add light to a dark corner, create a warm cozy spot to read, or brighten a spot for work on that final makeup check! They can also make a statement without breaking the bank. Here...
MILES REDD FOR BALLARD DESIGN
MILES REDD FOR BALLARD DESIGN We are crushing hard on the fresh looks coming out of the collection, Miles Redd for Ballard Design. His use of black lacquer and stark white has us drooling over these eye popping, statement making furniture designs. Miles Redd...
VIRTUAL DESIGN PLAYROOM WITH SOPHISTICATED STYLE
VIRTUAL DESIGN PLAYROOM WITH SOPHISTICATED STYLE This virtual design playroom with sophisticated style was a super fun project for us! The client wanted a mix of fun, function and child-like sophistication. We started out with pulling some inspiration photos off of...
A WHIMSICAL PLAYROOM REVEAL
A WHIMSICAL PLAYROOM REVEAL If you have been following us on facebook or instagram you surely know about an amazing project we launched called Blueprint for Change. We came up with the idea to try and pull off a community based makeover for one deserving family, with...
DISPOSABLE COLOR FOR THOSE AFRAID OF COMMITMENT
DISPOSABLE COLOR FOR THOSE AFRAID OF COMMITMENT Afraid to spend the money on an accent piece? Then try the theory behind disposable color. Disposable color was created for the person who is afraid of commitment! It means using a mainly neutral palette in your...
WALLPAPER TRENDS GRAHAM & BROWN
Wallpaper Trends Graham & Brown Wallpaper designers from the world of fashion and décor have responded to the call for innovative, trendy wallpapers with creations that are cutting edge and contemporary, while often paying homage to classic style. When we...
WHAT WE ARE SHOPPING: BLACK + WHITE PILLOWS
BLACK AND WHITE PILLOWS hot trend in the design world right now is layering black and white pillows. These 8 pillows would work great in any combination. Don't be afraid to think outside the box, why can't a nursery or kids room be black...
PAINT PALETTES FOR YOUR ENTIRE HOUSE
PAINT PALETTES FOR YOUR ENTIRE HOUSE Thinking of what colors to paint your entire house can seem overwhelming. Most of the time we like to keep it simple, two great base colors a deeper accent tone and then a coordinating trim color, if your trim is being painted....
CAN YOU AFFORD TO WORK WITH AN INTERIOR DESIGNER?
Can you afford to work with me? The short answer. YES. I started Curio Design Studio on the basis that great design should be accessible to all. A well designed space has the power to impact our lives, and change our mood and behavior. Probably more than most people...
DESIGN FOR GOOD
If you have been following along with us for the last few months you have most definitely heard about the special project we are working on: Blueprint for Change. Blueprint was born from the idea that good design has the power to positively impact lives and that...
A MODERN OFFICE MAKEOVER
I have talked over and over again about how the spaces we live and work in are a reflection of us. This is especially important when you are talking about a business. Your office, storefront, studio --whatever it may be-- is a physical extension of your brand. And...
KID FRIENDLY COFFEE TABLE STYLING
Instagram, pinterest and blogs are a constant stream of perfectly styled rooms with purposefully placed ceramic vases, decorative objects, flowers and plants. Its most definitely beautiful But when you are looking at it from a Mom's view all you see is breakable,...
CRESCENT STREET BATHROOM RENOVATION REVEAL!
This summer I worked on an awesome bathroom renovation for equally awesome clients. I posted all about the design process here, detailing out what its like to work with me, how we make decisions, keep budget in check and ensure a totally awesome and cohesive design...
COMMERCIAL OFFICE INTERIOR DESIGN
Commercial office interior design is an extremely important part of your company branding. You only get one chance to make a first impression when your client walks through the door so it needs to be a good one. Client's make conclusions about your value and level of...
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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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