Love the Home You’re In: When the Solution Is Fabric, Not a Paint Swatch
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we talk a lot about love — romance, relationships, devotion. But there’s another relationship that quietly affects your mood, energy, and daily routines: the one you have with your home. Loving your home isn’t about perfection or constant change. It’s about care. It’s about recognizing when a space no longer supports […]
Color Trends Shift for 2026: It’s a “Mood Move”
Mindset and well-being are today’s buzzwords, and in design, that focus is translating into color.In 2026, the world of color is evolving from flat statements to emotional landscapes. We’re entering a season where color choices are less about fashion and more about how we live, how we feel, and how our homes support that. Below, […]
Luxury Yurt Design in Texas Hill Country: A Unique Color Consultation Experience
Patti and Phil have been clients of mine for years. Maintaining long-standing relationships with my clients is what keeps my heart beating in this business! Phil, a talented architect with a niche in kitchen design, and his wife Patti approached me earlier this year with a new project—something completely different from our previous work together. […]
The Significance of Green Paint colors in Zaandam, NL
I recently had the pleasure of spending two incredible weeks in the Netherlands and Bavaria, Germany! It turned out to be one of the most memorable solo trips I’ve ever taken. Nothing was preplanned, but I had a few spots on my must-visit list, and I managed to hit all of them—except for Giethoorn in […]
Kitchen Update Considerations
When planning a kitchen update, choosing the right style is a crucial decision that sets the tone for the entire space. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind when deciding on the style of your kitchen: 1. Functionality The style you choose should align with how you use your kitchen. Consider the layout, […]
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 Emotional Meaning of Red
Have you ever wondered why Valentine’s Day is decorated in the rich, luscious color of various shades of RED? We grew up knowing that red is associated with the color of romance, sexuality and can stimulate deeper passions in humans, so it is used to describe erotic sceneries in paintings and the writings based on […]
Eggshell, Satin, Matte, or Flat?
What is a sheen finish? In paint technology, it describes the level of the glossiness/shininess of a paint product. Paint is chemistry in a can and the quality is reflected in the price. Resin is added to the paint to give it sheen and strength. Keep in mind, you get what you pay for, so […]
When Trusting Your Contractors’ Word Is Not Good Enough.
As an Interior Decorator and Architectural Color Consultant, I am often involved in helping my clients choose fixed elements such as tiles, flooring, brick, stone, new light fixtures etc. I do not sub-contract, but I do collaborate with the Contractor regarding the project. Having someone invade your private space can be tolerable when you know or […]
A Major Exterior Transformation With Two Paint Colors Only!
Ashley Stucki has been named one of Austin’s top Realtors for 5 years in a row! Besides being beautiful, she is super focused on detail. Her market expertise, fresh ideas, and tireless work ethic have made Ashley a trusted resource to buyers and sellers seeking an agent who prioritizes their needs at every step of […]