Bringing Warmth In
As the leaves fall and the first hints of winter chill the air, it's time to start thinking about how to make your home cozy and inviting for the colder months. If you're looking to create a warm, winter-ready oasis, you're in the right place. As an interior designer, I'm here to guide you through the steps to prepare your home for fall and winter.
Big Holiday Cheer in a Small Home: Entertaining Tips for Cozy Gatherings
The holiday season is all about sharing joy and creating lasting memories with loved ones. If you're living in a small home, you might wonder how to host a memorable holiday gathering without feeling cramped. Fear not! With some thoughtful planning and creative interior design, you can entertain in style, even in limited space. Here are some tips to help you host a fantastic holiday celebration in your cozy abode.
Transforming Tiny Spaces: 10 Tips for Designing a Small Bedroom
When it comes to interior design, small spaces can be a delightful challenge. In this blog, we'll explore ten expert tips to help you make the most of limited space, ensuring that your small bedrooms become cozy retreats they'll love.
Design on a Dime: Creating a Designer Look on a Budget
Interior design is often associated with high-end furnishings, luxurious materials, and a hefty price tag. However, having a limited budget doesn't mean you have to compromise on style and elegance. With a bit of creativity and strategic planning, you can create a designer look for your space without breaking the bank. In this blog, we will explore some practical tips and tricks to help you achieve a stunning designer look on a budget.
how to incorporate decorative accents
Decorative accents are an essential part of any well-designed space. They can be used to add color, texture, and interest to a room, and they can help tie together different design elements to create a cohesive look. Whether you're starting from scratch with a new space or looking to update an existing one, here are some tips for incorporating decorative accents into your home
A Decade of Interiors
Wow, I can hardly believe it's been ten years since I founded House of Interiors. As an interior designer, it has been an incredible journey, full of ups and downs, and I've learned so much along the way. I am so grateful for this experience and everything that has come with it.
How to Decorate Your space on a Budget
Decorating a room or space can be an exciting endeavor, but it can also be daunting when you’re on a budget. However, with a little creativity and planning, it is possible to create a stylish and functional space without breaking the bank. Here are some tips on how to decorate your room or space on a budget:
The Dos and Don'ts of Mixing Patterns and Textures
Mixing patterns and textures is a great way to add visual interest and depth to your home décor or wardrobe. However, it can be easy to go overboard and end up with a cluttered and chaotic look. To help you strike the perfect balance, here are some dos and don'ts of mixing patterns and textures.
Creating a Cozy Home:
There's nothing quite like coming home to a warm, inviting space that feels like a cozy hug. Creating a cozy home is all about creating a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to curl up and relax. Here are some tips and ideas for creating a cozy home:
Stylish storage
Storage, storage, storage, and more storage. Declutter, declutter, and declutter. We've all heard it before, the steps to minimalist living. And while I agree with the idea of having nothing in your home that doesn’t serve you, there is still the case of too little closets.
Feminine VS. Masculine Design
Then there’s the case where the woman prefers a modern sophisticated look that lends itself towards masculine, and then again, everyone wins!! In any case, I’ve found that functionality and relaxation can outweigh the battle of sexes, when it comes to design.
easy home diy projects
If you’re into blacks or charcoals, this could give your space a moody vibe. Layer the look with artwork, and you’ve have that designer look in no time.
BOLD, BEAUTIFUL, TRANSITIONAL DESIGN
Earlier this year I received one of my dream clients, and she contacted me at the perfect time. She was moving into a newly built home, and already working with a local builder, but there were still changes she felt would further personalize her home.
DESIGNED FOR A THERAPIST
When our long-time client reached out to us for an expansion only 1 year after we installed her first counseling practice, we were thrilled. She initially moved in 2021 into a beautiful space with exposed brick, where she would house 2 clinicians, a massage therapist, a yoga instructor, and place for group therapy.
5 STEPS FOR CONQUERING SMALL SPACES
You do not have space for things you are not using. Get rid of any clothing, furniture, or housewares you are not using. If you so happen to be in a transitional space, and you will possibly need more furniture down the road, invest in a storage unit, it will be worth your sanity.
5 SIMPLE FIXES FOR SPRING
Summer always calls for a little light heartedness. Select lighter weight and colored drapes to soften you look. You can also go more casual with linen drapes in your bedroom. Of course, if you décor calls for a formal look, you can always select a lighter colored silk.
MY TOP 5 DESIGN TIPS
Take a look at what you wear on a daily basis. Is it mostly black or are you the eccentric friend that always shows up in neon colors. Use hints from how you dress to provide a color scheme for your home. I’ve met so many fun eccentric people, who think they need a straight laced traditional space, when that could not be further from who they actually are.
WHY YOU SHOULD RENOVATE
Renovations give you an opportunity to fully customize your home, just like you would for a new build, with some structural limitations in mind. Depending on how far you want to go, you may be able to change the entire footprint of your home.
THE ULTIMATE GIFT GUIDE FOR HER
Tis the season for Christmas movies and snuggles. This throw is sure to keep your lady warm, and her home looking stylish. If you know her color scheme at home, choose a color that pairs well.
WALL TRENDS: PAINTED PATTERNS
It’s been said over and over again, that the fastest, most inexpensive, yet drastic way to change a space is with paint color. Well I’m here to say it all again. And if you are like me, getting tired of plain walls, you’re ready for a change.