Transforming a Previously Renovated Kitchen

Years ago, 2010 to be exact, when I was still fairly new in the field of Home Staging and Redesign, Darlene asked me to help her with updating her kitchen. At that point, all I had done, were a few minor redesign projects in her house. I was primarily a Home Stager at that time […]

Mastering the Art of Mixing Metal Finishes

Mixing metal finishes in an interior design project can create a visually appealing and dynamic look. However, it’s important to follow some best practices to achieve a harmonious and intentional design. Here’s how to do it effectively: What to Avoid: In essence, mixing metal finishes can add depth and character to your interior design project, […]

Beyond the Barn

The farmhouse trend has undoubtedly been a dominant force in interior design for several years, filling homes with rustic charm and quaint aesthetics. However, as time goes on, it’s becoming increasingly clear that this trend has reached a point of saturation. There were no more challenges, no more surprises each time I entered a home […]

8 Professional Suggestions to Improve your Curb Appeal.

Enhancing the curb appeal of your home shouldn’t only be considered when you want to sell your house. For most of us, a house is our most expensive commodity. Why not take care of it and enjoy it, while you live in it! To create a show-stopping exterior appeal, don’t rely on the 2 or […]

How to choose a color for your front door

I have been working in hundreds of homes over the last decade and one thing that always surprised me is how people would neglect the front door and the front entrance of the house! Keep in mind folks, first impressions count! Being an Architectural Color Consultant, I specify Exterior Paint Colors all the time. I usually keep it to […]

The 2023 decorating trends that may surprise you!

My year started off with an exciting but exhausting 2 days in Dallas when I attended the Trade Show for Interior Designers. I haven’t been to the Market since pre-Covid for obvious reasons and when you see the size of this place, you will understand why no sane person would’ve been able to go into each and […]

How to test a paint color the right way!

COLOR IS PERCEIVED IN CONTEXT. NOT IN ISOLATION This is one of the first lessons I was taught when I started my color career and also one of the basic principles I teach my clients when I do a Color Consultation. Color is affected by what other colors it is surrounded with. For those of […]

The Benefits of Working With A Color Consultant

Choosing color for your home should feel exciting — not overwhelming. Yet for many homeowners, selecting the right paint color, finish, or palette becomes a frustrating guessing game that leads to costly mistakes, mismatched undertones, and rooms that don’t feel quite “right.” A professional color consultant removes that stress and brings clarity, expertise, and intention […]

NCS Color Trend Forecasting for 2022

Disclaimer The color suggestions are made as accurate as possible, although not a 100% match, due to each company’s unique and proprietary formulas. This is meant to guide you if you are interested in recreating any of the described color palettes Keep in mind that Color Trend Forecasts are always done 2 years ahead of time. The […]

How to Work With a Professional Color Specialist

Get Professional Help Choosing Colors The first step in working with an interior color specialist is, of course, finding the right pro for the job! When meeting with different color specialists, be sure to ask about their experience and process. How do they approach choosing colors for a space? Do they have any particular methods […]