Shades of blue are often considered to be cooler colors, but in fact I think they can be wonderfully warm and inviting… here are a few to entice you to reconsider!!
Read moreImperfection = Authenticity
Social media is home to so much inspiration and genuinely uplifting content, but it can quickly become a toxic space dredging up insecurities, fears of inadequacy, self-comparisons, and an unshakable drive for perfection and acceptance. We expose ourselves to thousands upon thousands of videos, images and advertisements, which in the moment can feel enjoyable, but can quickly result in us losing perspective on the beauty within our own world / selves…
Read morePink Picks
I have forever been obsessed with the color pink. I favor the fuchsia family, but can also be found gravitating toward the pale & blush sisters. In any case, here are a few dreamy picks to share the love…
Read moreCohabitating 101
If you’re like me and you think you’re perfect, let me break it to you gently.. you’re not. We’re not. It’s so sad and unfortunate but it’s true.
The good news is, no one you know is either. We all have our oddities - habits, routines, likes and dislikes - and sometimes we don’t become aware of them until we start sharing a space with another person for an extended period of time…
Read moreBlack & White Picks
Timeless elegance and sophistication can be immediately felt upon entering into a space filled with a black and white aesthetic.
Read moreThe How To’s of Mixing Metallics
A common challenge these days is how to integrate chrome, steel and varying shades of silver (furnishings & decor), with the ever-trending surge of gold, brass and bronze. These metals (among others), although so gorgeous on their own, are sometimes hard to blend together. When one has a much brighter sheen than the other, or one looks more sleek and modern while the other looks antique, it can leave the look feeling disjointed…
Read moreMid-Century Modern Picks
Mid-Century Modern-inspired furnishings and decor made a major comeback a few years ago, and is still a widely sought after aesthetic today. Reminiscent of styles born between ~1935-1965 (exact timeframe is debatable), authentic vintage pieces can be found at auctions and antique shows priced in the 10’s of thousands; but many reproductions can be found today at much more accessible pricing. Here are a few to consider…
Read moreMy Why, My Purpose
As I’ve ventured down this entrepreneurial path of sharing my love for design with the world, I have found it critical to stay connected to my “why” - to stay true to my mission and quiet the internal and external pressures I’ve navigated to date. I also find it important to share why I’m doing what I’m doing because it allows my audience (aka you!) to connect with me, and resonate with bits of my story, my outlook and my purpose.
I seek deep-rooted fulfillment through helping others enhance their lives and interpersonal relationships. But, how does that relate back to my interior design business? Let me explain.
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