PROJECT REVEAL: FLAGSTAR DOWNTOWN OFFICES

Commercial Interior Design is such a different beast than residential. The project goals are so different and therefor so are the design solutions. Often times we need to consider the pathways, durability, and code compliance of every selection. This downtown office design was a combination of all of the above. Plus the client wanted to […]

CHOOSING YOUR RUG SIZE: OUR DEFINITIVE GUIDLINES

The rug in any room is an anchor for the look, feel, and style you’re trying to achieve. Finding the right size is key…you want the rug to make the room feel pulled together and connected. And the key to that? The rug has to be the right size. Our Curio team has created our […]

PROJECT REVEAL: JUNIPER PARK KITCHEN

We LOVE a project reveal. It is what everyone wants to see–the big BEFORE + AFTER. As a reader you probably take them for granted. As a design + build company we are always eager to share them after a YEAR of work. From planning, through revising, to pricing and purchasing. From demo to installing […]

5 THINGS TO MAKE YOUR KITCHEN MORE CUSTOM

We’ve all pinned our dream kitchen on Pinterest only to discover… …that every single bit of it is custom and therefore, ahem, a little bit out of the budget. The good news is that there are a handful of things you can do to improve the look (and function) of your kitchen while looking more custom…without the […]

Welcome Inside

Your home is a work in progress. FOREVER. And so is mine. The sooner we all accept this, the more we can enjoy our spaces NOW. (I’m talking to you, but I’m also talking to me!) Ask me how I know. Since the last time I shared a tour of my home, we have: done […]

PROJECT REVEAL: EAST MAGNETIC BATHROOM

Small bathrooms can pack the most punch. The opportunity for transformation is huge. This small East Magnetic bathroom was no different. THE BEFORE. These type of bathrooms are typical in an old home. They aren’t overly huge and are seriously lacking in modern-day storage. Often expanding the footprint is not an option as the bathroom […]

CHOOSING YOUR COUNTERTOP: PROS AND CONS

The countertop is the workhorse of the kitchen, supporting us through meal prep and catching every spill. Overall, picking the right countertops is essential for achieving a functional, visually appealing, and personalized kitchen design that aligns with your needs and preferences. What’s a client to choose? We’ve got you. Quartz This is currently the most […]

WHAT MAKES A CURIO KITCHEN

What makes a kitchen a…Curio Kitchen? We work with our clients closely to make sure their kitchen meets their needs and makes their dreams come true. But we sprinkle our specific Curio Kitchen Magic in along the way. How do we do it? WHAT MAKES A CURIO KITCHEN: MIX OF FINISHES We like to ensure […]

COSTS THAT DRIVE UP YOUR KITCHEN RENO BUDGET

A kitchen renovation is always an investment, but that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate thinking strategically to reduce the overall costs. We work intensively with our clients to bring their vision to life…from finishes to furniture. When considering ways to keep a kitchen budget in check so you can splurge for that dream range hood […]

PROJECT REVEAL: COASTAL CHIC DINING AND KITCHEN

The third part of the full reveal of the Curio Coastal Chic is here. So far we have covered the upstairs bath and main floor bath. We loved how that space came together and pulled complementary finishes throughout the rest of the home. THE BEFORE. This space had so much light and killer views to […]