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...
WHOLE HOUSE COLOR SCHEME: SOPHISTICATED NEUTRALS + BLUES
Working on a new construction project is a dream. We get the opportunity to look at the entire house as one unit and select finishes, fixtures and furnishings that tell a cohesive story. Anytime I work on these I always start with a whole house color scheme that will...
DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2017
The year is coming to an end. Which means it's not only time to reflect back on projects of years past but also look forward to the future and think about what the new trends on the horizon. So without further adieu, here is my forecast of interior design trends...
HOW TO MIX PATTERN
HOW TO MIX PATTERN ixing pattern helps create visual interest in a space and is the key to getting that layered + cohesive look we all desire. When I am working on a project I often spend a lot of time pulling different textures and patterns until...
LIVE EDGE COFFEE TABLES
Last week I posted about this amazing Organic Modern project for a virtual design client. A huge staple in that design was the stunning + affordable live edge coffee table from World Market. Well it looks like the internet caught on, because now that item is currently...
AN ORGANIC MODERN GREAT ROOM DESIGN
Organic modern seems to be a style that is surging in popularity among my clients lately. Some of the key characterics are geometric shapes, clean material and color choices mixed with warm wood tones and completely organic elements ( think live edge wood slabs, lots...
FAVORITE NEW IKEA PRODUCTS!
This summer IKEA released their new product catalog and I immediately spent about 2 hours dog-earing pages and ripping items out for future reference. Though IKEA is generally considered to be low cost and short life term products there are usually some real gems...
CRESCENT STREET BATH RENOVATION: DESIGN PLAN
enovating can be overwhelming and expensive. Especially if you jump in without a clear action plan. You can easily get bogged down in unexpected problems that require you to change course and modify. If you aren't careful you'll end up with a end...
FAVORITE TILES FOR UNDER $10!
ately a lot of my projects have included some amazing kitchen + bath remodels. This has led to endless hours digging around the depths of the internet to find the perfect tile that will add style without breaking the bank. Through my hours of...
3 OPTIONS FOR A MASTER BEDROOM REFRESH
o you remember the black bedroom I posted about WAYYY back? This was one of my first clients, and over the years they have become one of my best clients. I have completed almost every space in their house, including consulting on their exterior...
A DREAMY TRIBAL INSPIRED NURSERY
esigning spaces for a little ones is always the MOST fun. Usually we are almost always starting from a blank slate so it there is a tremendous opportunity to create + control. This recent eDesign client wanted a very neutral black and white nursery...
TOP PICKS: WORLD MARKET LABOR DAY SALE!
appy Labor Day everyone! I hope you are all enjoying the tail end of summer and a great weekend with family. If you happen to be checking out some great sales today in hopes to pick up that last item you are in need of then I suggest you check out...
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