A Playful Home
I came across an article on FreshHome recently with the title “Unexpectedly Playful and Open Modern Home in Belgium.” My first thought was that “playful” is not a word that we … Continue reading
Hardware Happiness
Satin Nickel, Chrome, Oil Rubbed Bronze, and even Gold. We’ve seen these finishes around for decades; rotating in popularity from one year to another. However, considering metals from bygone eras … Continue reading
Paint Perfection
Having a difficult time “seeing” the paint on your wall, but don’t want a patchwork painted wall while you decide? Try painting the inside of a cardboard box, or cutting … Continue reading
Fringe Benefits – A New Perspective
When window-shopping in Stockholm I came across these two lamps. Nearly identical with their white lacquer bases and floral shades there was just one key difference – one had fringe. … Continue reading
Bright Ideas
Having just arrived home from a two week trip around Europe, I am excited to share what’s new and innovative in design from across the pond in a series of … Continue reading
What’s Old is New
While my last post would take much longer than 5 minutes to complete, today’s opportunity for creating breathing room is much more attainable. With the weather warming up and … Continue reading
Design Conversations with Vern Yip
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending a design conversation with Vern Yip of Vern Yip Designs and HGTV. While the discussion centered on preparing photos for publication, the … Continue reading
The Five Minute Room 