OUR FAVORITE BROWN PAINT COLORS
Neutrals are making a comeback, baby. And we are loving brown the most. No one panic, this color can be bright, sophisticated, and modern. Our favorite browns are warm and comforting. They complement traditional styles and they highlight the natural elements in your design. If you want the boldness of the more saturated paint colors […]
PROJECT REVEAL: JAPANDI JACK AND JILL
We are suckers for symmetry so a good Jack and Jill bathroom renovation was an exciting project for us! THE BEFORE. This space was pretty builder-basic. A standard condo bathroom which was suitable for the needs of the client but DEFINITELY did not showcase their unique personality and personal style. Our client was a self […]
HOW TO PLAN YOUR KITCHEN LAYOUT
Great kitchens need great colors, and great textures…but more than anything, they need an efficient workspace. Stay with me here…layout might not be as flashy as choosing a wallpaper, but the impact on your daily life is much more significant…we spend so much time in our kitchens and the goal for every layout is to […]
CHOOSING A NEW KITCHEN SINK: THE PROS AND CONS
When renovating your kitchen, the last thing you probably are thinking about is sink style. When we start working with a client on their kitchen we run through a number of questions to help determine project goals and selections. Kitchen sink is one of the specific things we will discuss. Our number one tip when […]
PROJECT REVEAL: NEUTRAL NICOLET 1ST FLOOR
Often times kitchen renovations spill into other areas of the 1st floor Taking a closed off kitchen and making it more open means we have to think about how this new space impacts other adjacent areas. Luckily we had great clients who were aligned with this idea and were willing to approach the kitchen renovation […]
LOVING RIGHT NOW: WALLPAPER SPOONFLOWER EDITION
It can’t be said enough: we LOVE wallpaper. It’s not just that wallpaper is back…wallpaper is bigger than ever. This week we are sharing our favorites from Spoonflower, one of our go-to vendors for finding beautiful wall coverings. See anything you like? 1. DECO CRANES2. CHARLESTON GREEN3. SEEDED SLATE4. THISTLE, CLASSIC BLUE5. LA VILLE VINE6. POMEGRANATE […]
3 UPGRADES FOR BUILDER BASIC FINISHES
A new home doesn’t HAVE to lack character… You just might need to get a little creative to give it some oomph. Spoiler alert: it’s lighting, window treatments, and millwork. Want to learn more? Check out the full video. Ready to work with us to make your builder basic a bit…better? Check out our virtual […]
CURIO YEAR IN REVIEW 2022
Our Year in Review has us beaming with pride! We got our hands on all kinds of projects, from paint transformations to kitchen renos to commercial spaces. We are so grateful to our clients for opening their homes and their dreams for us. We are so grateful for our entire team that supports our clients […]
DESIGN TREND PREDICTIONS FOR 2023
The year cannot end well without our Curio Team putting our heads together to make predictions for 2023. We spend the year working with clients and creating designs that give us insight into what people are leaving behind and what they are LOVING for the new year. Last year’s trends are right here and we […]
5 INTERIOR STYLING ESSENTIALS
When we talk styling, some clients get scared away. But hear me out! By intentionally choosing and using certain decor accessories, we can give your space (particularly a newly renovated space) that lived-in feel by adding curated and layered pieces. When done right, this styling also adds function to the overall design. Trays to move […]
