Do you want to do a partial kitchen remodel and wonder how far to go with it so that it will last years down the road? You might want to consider this aspect of your cabinetry ..read more

This photo is of a Tuscan home we rented back in the 90's. Those are my kids there in the photo. :-) I loved what this home's owner did to update this authentically old Tuscan structure and think it truly is a good lesson when upating Mediterranean style homes around here ..read more

This living room needs some help for these tall walls. The homeowner likes the idea of drapery but is afraid they will cover up the window too much. Come and see the recommendations that will help give them some direction ..read more

I have 4 amazing fireplace remodels here to share, before and afters to inspire! If you are wondering if you should go all in like these clients did with a major redo OR if you could do something more minimally but still get a big impact (those are linked at the bottom of the post) then check these out today ..read more

The update this hotel did on their bedrooms was a great reminder to me on how certain changes can make a big impact on the overall look of a room. You don’t always have to redo everything! Let’s examine exactly what they changed and what they kept as is ..read more

Do you have a child moving out this fall, off to college or the big world, taking the leftover furniture you have with them? Maybe it is time for a fresh look for that tired (and maybe bare?) guest room ..read more

While I’m doing fewer full service design projects these days and leaning into consulting, I do have a few remodels that I’ve been working on. I’m sharing a bit from those here today ..read more

When you have large blank walls, it is hard to figure out how to decorate them. Goodness knows, I’ve had lots of questions about how to fill blank walls. :-) I have some links today for various oversized wall decor that might be just what you need to fill your large wall ..read more

One of my regular readers sent in her son’s first home purchase for some advice on an update. How exciting! I can make some suggestions to fit with a cooler, more masculine look and suggest some color changes for the exterior that aren’t quite so “peachy”. Let’s start with the exterior. First of all, the peach has to go. It’s giving grandma vibes and that is last thing a young man wants in his first home. I’m also not so thrilled with the bright white garage door and trim. It just looks a little plain. Garage doors cover such a large expanse on the exterior of a home, it is nice to do someth ..read more

This homeowner has done a lot to make this space a fun and sophisticated game room, primarily for her grandkids. She has new furnishings and did some custom cushions on the storage bench, etc. It is all very nicely done, but there is this big blank wall that is in question. Well, I’ve done some online shopping and have some options for this room today! My blog contains affiliate links. Any purchases, at no additional charge to you, render me a small percentage, are most appreciated and make this blog possible. :-) Game Room Photos Let’s see these photos, it is an enclosed room with a pocket ..read more