PROJECT REVEAL: EAST MAGNETIC KITCHEN
This kitchen is the definition of a complete and total transformation. The East Magnetic was dark, dated and not functional. It did not justice to the rest of the beautiful historic home it was a part of. That’s where we came in/ THE BEFORE. Dark, dimly lit but tons of potential. We love a good […]
TREND ALERT: RAISIN AND AUBERGINE
The trend towards warmer paint colors continues and we’re loving the rich raisin and aubergine (French for eggplant, which sounds WAY fancier). We are seeing this trend in wallpaper, colorful pops in bathroom vanities, or a rich and moody tile accent. We love seeing these hues paired with warm wood and brass. Here are a […]
VIRTUAL PAINT PLANS
Paint colors can make a BIG impact. And picking them out can be…overwhelming. Finding the perfect hue and making sure all the colors in your home work together is, well, a big job. But the good news is that it is LITERALLY our job. PURCHASE A CUSTOM PAINT PLAN The Curio Team has created a […]
DESIGN HOMEWORK: CREATING A FLOOR PLAN
When we visit a client’s home, the VERY FIRST step in our design process is taking all the dimensions of the space and drawing a floor plan. Whether it is an entirely new room with no furniture or an existing room that you want to refresh, an accurate, to-scale floor plan allows us to play […]
PROJECT REVEAL: COASTAL CHIC MASTER BATH 2
Second part of the full reveal of the Curio Coastal Chic is here. Last time we talked about the first master bath–the starting point for the entire design. We loved how that space came together and pulled complementary finishes throughout the rest of the home. THE BEFORE. Similar to the rest of the condo, there […]
PROJECT REVEAL: COASTAL CHIC MASTER BATH 1
The Curio Coastal Chic project reveal was a big one. We wanted to take the time to break out some of the details of each space. First up is the main level master bathroom. This is the first space we designed in the condo and loved all the combinations of texture and contrasting colors. We […]
HOW MUCH DOES A LIVING ROOM RENO COST?
The budget is the groundwork for upgrading you space. And the truth is that people tend to underestimate the total price of furnishings, and we find it helpful to break things down item-by-item. Not just to give you a ballpark for the TOTAL, but also to give an estimation for each piece so you can […]
PROJECT REVEAL: EAST ARCH CONVERSION
Get ready for the project reveals of all project reveals! Not one or two but FIVE great spaces that we got to fit out in one amazing East-side home. The client was bold yet traditional and we had ALOT of fun playing with all the color and texture they wanted in the space. The Plan. […]
CEILINGS: THE FORGOTTEN SURFACE
We spend hours choosing paint colors, architectural details and wall coverings for, well, walls…but what about the ceiling? One of our favorite places to add interest is right in front of you, if you just look UP! Some of favorite ways to give attention to the forgotten surface are below: CEILINGS: THE FORGOTTON SURFACE Adding […]
ESSENTIAL ADVICE FOR YOUR BATHROOM RENO
Our bathrooms are a crucial space in any home…but are often one of the smallest. What does that mean? The layout is KEY. Have that layout down? Next, it’s time to find the right balance between classic elements and fun trends. Ready to design your dream bathroom? We are excited to bring it to […]
