The past few years the Danish concept of hygge (pronounced hewgah) has appeared in many of my design and shelter magazines. This idea, which I love, is about creating an environment that fosters well-being through coziness, ease, conviviality and candlelight. In fact, candlelight is almost a prerequisite because hygge, at its core, is defined as […]
Kitchen tile dont’s
I have been fortunate to work with some highly skilled tile installers and, to be frank, it is both art and science. These tile DONT’S are not all related to tile installation, but they prove that a successful installation requires ONE vision, preferably from a professional designer who can prevent these mistakes. When we work […]
The power of working with an interior designer
Earlier this month, I made a presentation to the Rutland Referral Group. The subject was how working with an interior designer simplifies a renovation – saving a client time AND money. Working with a full-service interior designer allows a client to work on everything at once (creating a renovated floor plan, making tile selections, designing […]
Protecting your investments
In Vermont we LIVE for the days when light streams through our windows but that very same light is damaging to our furniture, flooring and art work. Why let light ruin your investments when the answer is simple: window treatments! Floors and furniture should not have tan lines! Our firm sells two types of window […]
Shabby Chic
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Helping Clients Visualize
At RHILLC, we enjoy creating warm, inviting homes that welcome family & friends….spaces that are stylish and comfortable; classic yet livable. Our services begin with an interior design consultation. By completing and returning our Discovery Questionnaire prior to our consultation, our clients are engaged in the design process from the very beginning. The […]
Red, White and Blue Decorating
We are in the final stages of a project located on Lake Bomoseen. It was a complete renovation and addition so the project was quite robust. But we’re glad to say our clients were able to move back home and we’re in the final stretch. We selected neutral, timeless materials for our fixtures and finishes […]
Happy 4th of July!
We’re going to relax this weekend and celebrate America’s birthday! What are your plans? Have a well-designed holiDAY, Photos: The Welch Company; The Glamorous Housewife
Ruxana’s Home Interiors in the media
I was honored to be featured in a recent Rutland Herald article entitled ‘A Business Story: An eye for design.’ Below is the article as written by Joanna Tebbs-Young: Ruxana Oosman founded her Rutland-based business, Ruxana’s Home Interiors, in 2001. Working with clients throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, she credits the success […]
Equestrian Decorating
It’s DERBY DAY! While my husband is reading about the horses and picking his favorites, I’m adding equestrian decor for a little our Derby fete this evening. My mind has been focused on the equestrian-look all week. I’m working with clients who want to update their family room. The home is a ski chalet and […]