WHY WE CAN’T JUST PICK OUT A LIGHT FIXTURE
Don't get us wrong, light fixtures are PART of design. But full scope design (the kind you see when you are scrolling Pinterest for your inspo images) can't happen in a vacuum. We need to look at your space COMPREHENSIVELY in order to make sure all the pieces work...
3 REASONS FOR A DARK AND MOODY BEDROOM
Why are bedrooms such a good place to go dark? Because a smaller, more confined space is the BEST place to be bolder with colors, without having an impact on the bigger, more frequented spaces of your home. If you need more convincing, we've got a few more reasons...
5 WAYS TO USE TRIM IN YOUR HOME
Trim is trim...right? Wrong. Below are our favorite five ways to use trim to create unexpected interest in your spaces. 5 WAYS TO USE TRIM IN YOUR HOME 1.Ceiling trim works well when you have tall ceilings in a smaller room. Create a cozier, more dramatic look by...
PROJECT REVEAL: GINGHAM HALL BATH
Are you ready for a serious transformation? The Gingham Hall Bath is definitely that. We recently wrapped up this project with Curio Custom and are excited to share the project. The Before. Like many homes in our area, this house was once a duplex. The current owners...
PROJECT REVEAL : COASTAL CHIC CONDO PREVIEW
This reveal has been long awaited and we are so excited to share it with you. The overall project consisted of 2 full bathrooms, 1 powder room a kitchen and furnishing 2 bedrooms, and the living and dining room. The entire process felt like a dream. Creative freedom...
HOW MUCH DOES FURNISHING A MASTER BEDROOM COST?
HOW MUCH DOES FURNISHING A MASTER BEDROOM COST? Is your bedroom neglected? Many of our clients spend the most time (and budget) on the main shared spaces of their homes. But when it comes to an oasis, there's nothing like your own bedroom. Updating that space doesn't...
THREE WAYS TO USE SUBWAY TILE
How do you tell when something is classic? Subway tile is still one of our favorite looks for tile, clean and chic. Thinking about incorporating this quintessential look in your next kitchen or bath project? We've narrowed it down to our top three ways to use subway...
WHY NEUTRAL DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN ‘BORING’
How do you make a neutral vibe RICH and interesting instead of BLAND and forgettable? It's all in the details, my friends! Think mixed finishes, variety of textures, and warm wood tones. Want to bring some of this neutral-not-boring gorgeousness into your life? Check...
PROJECT REVEAL : NORTHWOODS CHIC LIVING ROOM
What is a chic master bedroom without a living space to go with it? The Before. Another blank slate we really got to flex our muscles in this space to make a huge transformation without any changes to the built-in materials. All the existing flooring, main wall color,...
OUR FAVORITE GREEN PAINT COLORS – PART 2
When I share my passion for GREEN (yes greeeeeeen) paint colors, I get some side-eye. But I'm here as an ambassador for green, wanting to remind you that the green you grandma covered her entire home and body with in the 1980s is NOT the only green. The dusty green of...
FOUR KITCHEN UPDATES: WITHOUT A MAJOR RENOVATION
If you like the overall footprint of your kitchen...and don't have the patience or budget for a full reno at the moment, we'd love to suggest these four ways to give the look of an update without the headache of a gut-job. FOUR KITCHEN UPDATES WITHOUT A MAJOR...
HOW TO MIX PATTERN
Mixing patterns 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 it just 'feels right'. But finding...
PROJECT REVEAL: NORTHWOODS CHIC BEDROOM
Master bedrooms are some of our favorite projects. Majority of our jobs tend to be in the public spaces (kitchens, living rooms etc.) but there is something that feels so important about creating a comfortable retreat space for someone. Check out what we completed...
6 SIMPLE STEPS FOR FLAWLESS OUTDOOR DECORATING!
Summer is here--Is your patio ready?! When it comes to decorating we often overlook our outdoor spaces. In the summer these spaces become our living rooms, playrooms and dining rooms, and they deserve to have as much style and functionality as those spaces inside our...
PROJECT REVEAL: MIDORI KITCHEN
The Before. Classic old house problems. The kitchen was small and felt completely cut off from the rest of the house. There wasn't enough un-obstructed wall space to fit all the appliances and the client was lacking useable counter space and seating. A...
ARE YOU HANGING YOUR CURTAINS CORRECTLY?
Hanging curtains isn't hard... But so many people get confused when putting up window coverings. That's a problem we can solve if you remember our 3 simple rules -- 3 TIPS TO HANG YOUR CURTAINS: 1. High (higher than you think). Either at the ceiling or up to 3" below....
PROJECT REVEAL: SLYVAN SILHOUETTE BATHROOM
REVEAL TIME! This an extra special project because the client was my sister and her family! They live in a classic old house on the coveted East Side of our town which comes with classic old house problems. Outdated spaces lacking function and modern day functionality...
HOW MUCH DOES A BATHROOM RENO REALLY COST?
Bad news first: bathroom 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. WHAT A BATHROOM RENO REALLY COSTS The most...
THE NEW REVERE PEWTER
You know we are all about alternatives to Sea Salt, right? Well, we are now on a similar crusade to replace Revere Pewter in living rooms across American. Join us. While Sea Salt was giving cool tones in bathrooms across the land, Revere Pewter is the neutral answer...
3 GENIUS TIPS FOR LIVING IN A SMALL SPACE
Anyone who has lived in a city, gone to university, or had a less than ideal housing budget has probably had to live in tight quarters. At first, it might seem that there is no possible way to function in such cramped spaces. But with the right furniture decisions and...
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