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Scandinavia has some amazing design and architecture--it's one of the many things it is known for. Wandering through the shops, boutiques and thrift stores is my all-time favorite thing to do while overseas. I recently found the most beautiful shop--Libertine--...
A CHANGE OF SCENERY…
And I'm back in Norway for the year.... a place where you can enjoy rest-stops and roadside lookouts that look like this. There is something about Scandinavian design that is so thoughtful, simple and interesting. I look forward to finding and sharing inspiration...
PROJECT DETAILS: CALI FAMILY ROOM
I briefly touched on this project and the indoor vertical succulent garden, but wanted to share full details of the rest of the project. Like many of my other clients, this North Cali Mama's main struggle was figuring out a way to lay out the furniture in a functional...
PROJECT DETAILS: TRADITIONAL WITH A TWIST
How amazingly-awesome is it that no matter where I am in the world I can take on projects thousands of miles away with the same efficiency and end result as a project that is right in my own neighborhood? Curio Design Studio's residential packages make interior design...
SUCCULENTS, SUCCULENTS!
Helloo Succulents! My current summer obsession are these lush little plants.The soft texture and modern sunburst shape can add interest and life to any space. The best part is that for those of you who have the black (rather than green) thumb—myself included,...
AIN’T NO MOM JEANS–GIVEAWAY DETAILS
Recently I was lucky enough to be featured in a giveaway on the wonderful blog "Ain't No Mom Jeans." The lucky winner chose to address the needs of her den, which in recent times had become more of a storage area and a place she tried to avoid. Through our...
A DIAMOND JUBILEE
In honor of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee I bring you this fabulous DIY dresser with its un-mistakenly British Union Jack motif. I stumbled upon this blog, while drinking a Pimms and wearing an over-the-top fascinator, and thought it was a fabulous way to reuse some...
WIRE VS. WICKER
Summer is here! It's made official by margaritas, mojitos and the first few freckles that have appeared on my nose. Time to do some serious patio-sitting. When it comes to outdoor furniture wire and wicker seem to be the most popular materials, mainly because of their...
MIX AND MATCH METALS
There are certain design rules that are meant to be broken. Black and brown do actually match… the right polka dot can complement any stripe...and metallic finishes in your space do not have to be limited to either silver or gold . Mixing and matching metals is a fun...
EVERYTHING ZEN
I recently got the chance to partner up with an amazing designer and old friend, Cheryl Behnke, to work on a budget friendly face lift for a new yoga studio. The client wanted to keep all existing wall and floor finishes and add decor, personalized accents and smart...
NORTHERN LIGHTS
Norway is famous for its amazing displays of Northern Lights, and although I have spent several nights over the last few months staring up at the sky I have yet to see them. So to satisfy my need to see this phenomenon I have decided to distract myself with a...
CRAVING CHEVRON
Can we just talk about my love of this pattern for a second?! I am head over heels for anything chevron.. and apparently so is the rest of the world as because it's showing up everywhere! The Chevron pattern...basically a stripe gone cray-cray...instantly modernizes...
LIVING, BREATHING, GROWING….WALLS
Recently I was lucky enough to hop down to Paris for a long weekend. As we were parading from the Eifel tower to some other tourist destination I walked by this…and it immediately captured my attention. I snapped some pics quickly as my friends and Fiancé kept...
INVENTING INSPIRATION : Downton Abbey
**Nerd Alert: I am obsessed with historical period dramas. Something about the old castles, amazing costumes and confusing poetry-speak just keep me coming back for more. My latest addiction... Downton Abbey. The show is shot on location at Highclere Castle, whose...
THE LOOK FOR MORE OR LESS: Map Wall
One benefit of using a professional Interior Designer is the vast array of resources you become privy too. Sure anyone can tear a picture out of a magazine, or pin an image to their “dream home” pinboard, but how many have the time or resources to pull that all...
TO E-DESIGN OR NOT TO E-DESIGN? IS THAT EVEN A QUESTION?!
Debating whether online Interior Design is right for you? Check out the fabulous design & lifestyle blog Vim & Vintage or Image South Fine Art Blog to see how Curio Design Studio can provide a designer interior without the designer price tag!
A LITTLE BIT OF VINTAGE…
No one wants a cookie cutter interior! With a little time and effort you can find interesting pieces that represent your personality and style… and don’t come with a matching end table and throw pillows! This month fight off the matchy-matchy with a little bit of...
UP UP AND AWAY!
Life takes lots of interesting paths. Remember when you were about to graduate high school and it seemed like everyone was asking you "where do you see yourself in 10 years?" I would always smirk and think sarcastically "by that time I will be an extremely successful...
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