To say this was the trip I had waited for my entire life would be an understatement, but I didn’t know that before I went. In this first of a three part series on the fabulous sights of Japan, I have many high points of Tokyo and area to share and beautiful images of thisRead More (…)

With the holidays behind us where the kitchen is really put to the test, January is a time when many homeowners revisit their kitchen goals and find theirs falling short. The ideal time to renovate your kitchen is summertime when the barbeque is getting full use and you may plan to be away at theRead More (…)

Are you stuck in neutral? Trends in design, much like fashion, come and go. We have written in the past about how we view trends and how you might approach your décor to not get caught up in them. In a nutshell, we don’t believe in jumping on the next new look to hit theRead More (…)

I have to admit, when it comes to the holiday season, I am terribly sentimental. I cling to just about anything that will evoke a memory of idyllic holidays from childhood. When I was little, we would await the three-hour journey (which seemed to take a lifetime) to my grand-parents home where we were greetedRead More (…)

Every new project either large or small begins with a consultation. This is where you get to know your designer, and they, likewise get to know about you. The vision and the dreams build from there, and it is your designer’s job to get to know you quite well so they can go about theRead More (…)

High Point Market located in North Carolina is held twice a year and is the fashion week to the interior design community we all wait for. The newest lines are released at market, and trends are set! Believe me when I tell you there is so much loveliness overload that if we are searching forRead More (…)

Not too long ago I was called for a consultation by a homeowner who needed help selecting a fabric to reupholster her sofa. Like many homeowners she started to update her living room on her own and got stuck… Here’s what I found: And then, not a word of a lie, within the same week,Read More (…)

Do you ever dream of the simple uncluttered look of a modern kitchen? Honestly, when I see a photo like the pictures below I secretly think they look like they actually clean themselves! The allure makes sense.   Modern kitchens move away from ornate details and traditional elements and materials and bring in a simplerRead More (…)

Transitional styling hits the sweet spot between classic and modern, keeping the best of both. If your home was built mid-century or later or, if you want the look of a modern kitchen but also want a bit of influence from traditional styling, this is a good option for you. Design Elements of a TransitionalRead More (…)

Summer living is such a unique and wonderful experience, especially if you have a cottage to visit. A bit simpler, and a lot slower than city life, even a quick weekend away can give us time to relax and enjoy the fresh air, fresh water and spend time with good friends and family.  This summer,Read More (…)