My husband jokes (frequently) that if a minimalist says “less is more” than I’m a maximilist because I say “If less is more, imagine how much more, MORE would be!” Here are some signs that YOU might be a maximalist: 1. You love animal print and try to sneak a little in every room. 2. […]
How to change the mood of the room with paint
It’s a bit dreary out today so it’s the perfect time to discuss how you can change the mood of a room simply by changing the paint color. Have a well-designed day,
Selecting the RIGHT paint color
Did you know that 40% of the paint sold in the United States is to correct PREVIOUS color mistakes? Yep. It’s true. A common error people make is selecting the paint color first and then making decisions about the remainder of the room. Although I ALWAYS recommend paint color last, this isn’t always possible. For […]
Chalkboard Paint
I’m not sure how I feel about chalkboard paint. I’ve used it several times in projects around the house: for crafts, for entertaining and even in furniture make-overs. As an interior designer I thought this would be a trend that lasted only a few years. But it’s staying much longer than I anticipated. What do you think? Need to update your fridge? […]
And the winner is…..
Pantone announced that Tangerine Tango (17-1463) is the 2012 color of the year. I noticed the color popping up the past few months so I’m not surprised. I love the black trim they used to define the walls. A simple way to incorporate a splash of color. Plus, I LOVE the oil paintings of the pooch. Very classic. Think Tangerine Tango is […]
Black & White Decor
I just had a new front door installed and toyed with painting it a playful color like red or turquoise but I’m a traditionalist and it will be painted black (for now 😉 ). I’ve noticed a lot of black & white rooms lately, everything from kitchens to bedrooms. It certainly is a classic color combination. Interestingly, the black & […]