When I am asked what makes me different than other designers, there are three things that come to mind. First of all, there's my fine art degree. Art plays a huge roll in my designs. I'm inspired by it, know the history behind it, and many times I paint paintings for my interior design work. I know color inside and out, and art is who I am. … Read More »
Tobi Fairley’s “Design MBA”
Hey everybody! Sorry I went MIA last week. I jetted off to Dallas to hone my interior design skills, and I had the privilege to be tutored by the fabulous Tobi Fairley. I was so busy writing notes and scheming up ideas for my business that I didn't get a lot of pictures taken. Here are a few of the highlights I did catch on camera. Of … Read More »
The Zen of Black and White Photography
Family photographs. At one time, I religiously scrapbooked them. That ended in 2008, with the birth of my last child. Somewhere between three kids, interior design school, a crazy economy, my husband starting his own company, then ME starting my own company, the scrapbooking took a back seat. I have piles of pictures in storage bins and even … Read More »
The Minimalist Guide to Window Treatments
In my last semester of college, I was staying late at the school to finish a painting. Dave was home with our 2 year old daughter. It was dark outside and silent in the studio. As I worked away, one of my favorite professors walked in. He was arranging some things for a class in the morning. As he headed out, he stopped and watched what I was … Read More »
How Long Will the New Construction Process Be?
We're back again with a mini-series dealing with new construction. Already we have discussed which professionals you need to hire and the cost of new construction. Today we are going to delve into another question that is either on your mind or you have asked outright: "How long is this going to take?" I am joined today by Lori May, CEO of … Read More »
How Much Does it Cost to Build?
Welcome! Today we're continuing our discussion on building your dream home. If you didn't join us last week, take the link to read the first post. We introduced fellow designers around the country who gave advice about which professional to hire first. Next we are going to explore one of the most common questions people have when they are … Read More »
Which Professionals Do You Need to Build Your Dream Home?
It's time. You've worked, dreamed, worked some more, saved, and now you're ready to build your dream home. This is the investment of your lifetime, and you want to do it right. But the pressure of it all is overwhelming. There are so many decisions that have to be made. You've heard horror stories about banks, contractors, and regrets of … Read More »
Now Offering Interior Design Rendering Services!
I'm so excited to announce that I now offer interior design rendering services! Drawing has always been one of my greatest strengths. Even as a shy elementary child, friends gifted me pencils and paper instead of dolls and nail polish. I've always loved to draw (and I still hate nail polish). You've seen me use this talent for preserving … Read More »
Mupplebee and a Merry Christmas!
Can you believe it's December 20th already? Whew! This has been an incredible year. Today I'm "chatting" with my friend and mentor, Alycia @ Mupplebee. She specializes in helping interior designers (and now other creatives) get their presence solidified online. She's a talented graphic designer, and she's been instrumental in helping me get … Read More »
Optometry Office Reveal
Hello everyone! Today I am going to reveal an optometry office I helped design. About a year and a half ago, Dr. Brog and his staff were moving to a new office. They loved the layout of their old office, and wanted to keep the majority of their furnishings and equipment. Our mission was to make the new office look current and, you guessed it, … Read More »
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