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...
PROJECT REVEAL: HARBORVIEW KITCHEN
A true design challenge is being tasked to completely transform a space without undergoing a major renovation. There are plenty of instances where this makes sense. You don't want to sink more cash into your house , you have a good layout you can work with or you are...
HOW TO DECORATE A RENTAL: THE 3 P’S!
Decorating a rental can have some serious limitations. Often you can't paint, replace carpet or lighting or even put holes in the walls. I used to struggle with this when I spent the majority of the year abroad for my husband's career. We lived in rental apartments...
THE NEW SEA SALT
There was a time not so long ago, that there was a good chance that *almost* every bathroom you entered was painted a shade of sea salt. Not that there's anything wrong with that! But just like the sea, we all have to adapt and change. Don't get us wrong, it's a nice...
PROJECT REVEAL: HONEYBEE MASTER BATH
We are so excited to share this project with you. It was one of those DREAM projects where things went almost completely 100% to plan with out any major hiccups or surprises. As soon as we stepped into this home we knew this project was going ot be something special....
5 TIPS FOR A SHARED BEDROOM
Anytime you are creating a space for multiple users the job becomes a little bit more difficult. Not only do you have to consider the overall flow of the space, but you also need to consider the individual needs of each user. Packing all the necessary items into a...
2020 YEAR IN REVIEW
2020. What a ride. For so many, this year didn't go exactly as planned. For lots of us, that is an understatement. However, Curio Design + Curio Custom feel lucky to have been able to keep working through the pandemic. Supporting our clients, building our projects,...
5 INEXPENSIVE UPDATES FOR YOUR GUEST BATH
When it comes to design, guest rooms always take the back seat. We focus on our living rooms and kitchens and our personal master bathrooms but have a hard time sinking serious bucks into a space that doesn't get as much use. But a nice and welcoming guest space...
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