Why We Love Velvet Stacey Lapuk, ASID Velvet has long been synonymous with luxury and opulence in interior design. It feels wonderful to the touch, has a timeless elegance, and elevates the shapes of furniture. Velvet upholstery and accents, such as pillows and drapery fabric, bring warmth, depth, and visual interest to both traditional and contemporary designs. One of the most popular velvets is found in high-quality performance fabrics. The weave lends itself beautifully to synthetic fibers, making it a workhorse in disguise. When done well, the “hand,” or feel, of the fabric is ..read more

Space Planning 101 Even though this space is still in progress, note the placement of the rug and tables around the fireplace. Stacey Lapuk, ASID If you’re considering a redesign or refresh of your existing space and plan to tackle it on your own, here are some fundamental numbers to keep in mind when space planning. Bear in mind – even an inch truly makes a difference in how you will feel and function in your home! Hallways and Pass-Throughs Allow at the very least, 36”. This addresses the needs for a walker or wheelchair as well. If you’re remodeling or building, see if you can ma ..read more

Flashback: Revisiting a Design from the Past Stacey Lapuk, ASID Years ago, I designed a primary bedroom for a Decorators Showcase House. Looking back on this design from the past, I still remember it proudly. The room was 1,000 square feet, with views, a fireplace, and a balcony. There were windows along one wall and a corner, and french doors onto the balcony. The bed wall opposite was flanked by openings to the bathroom and the closet. I’d like to tell you about my thought process, and how I went about filling such a vast space in a way that felt balanced, beautiful and comfortab ..read more

Interior Design with Intention: How Biophilic Design Affects Quality of Life Stacey Lapuk, ASID Do you ever think about how you feel when you walk into a room? Whether you are consciously aware of it or not, interior design has a profound impact on human health, emotions, and wellbeing. That is why it is so important to design with intention and consider quality carefully.  There is a reason why spaces are designed to be a certain way. With intentional interior design, you are not just purchasing a piece of furniture. You are also investing in every moment that you will spend ..read more

Do you ever think about how you feel when you walk into a room? Whether you are consciously aware of it or not, interior design has a profound impact on human health, emotions, and wellbeing. That is why it is so important to design with intention and consider quality carefully.  There is a reason why spaces are designed to be a certain way. With intentional interior design, you are not just purchasing a piece of furniture. You are also investing in every moment that you will spend sitting on it and the feelings you experience when you do. You are creating moments, and memories. Your expe ..read more

Richard Habib's Testimonial “It takes a pro to create what you created in a home of that magnitude architecturally; very impressive. Your clients recognize your great eye, vision and talent. As my dad shared with me starting out in my career at 21 “An amateur makes an easy thing look hard, a pro makes a hard thing look easy”. You made hard things not only look easy but seamless taking it to a new level of professional design. Beautiful work.” Richard Habib, Alexanders Rugs, Mill Valley, CA   Stacey Lapuk, ASID Stacey Lapuk, ASID is celebrating her 30th year with her firm ..read more

Rearranging Your Furniture Stacey Lapuk, ASID Although there are no rules (always exceptions), consider the following guidelines when rearranging your furniture:  Area carpets can be used to distinguish and separate groupings. When all of the pieces in the group are connected to the carpet, the entire arrangement will read as one.  Select a focal point in the room around which your seating can be arranged. Architectural elements such as fireplaces are natural focal points. A view, a painting, or even the television can be used as your focal point.  Be sure each seat h ..read more

Why is Custom Designed Furniture So Expensive? Stacey Lapuk, ASID Custom-designed furniture may seem extravagantly priced, but a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship and intricacies behind each piece reveals their true value. Let’s explore why custom-designed furniture is worth every penny. Unique Artistry: Custom-designed furniture stands apart from mass-produced alternatives due to its exclusive design. The lines, forms, and proportions are meticulously crafted to perfection, creating a functional piece of art that fits seamlessly into your space. The uniqueness of these desi ..read more

The Home Trust Stacey Lapuk, ASID Thank you to Christopher Ramey of The Home Trust International for this heart-warming testimonial he wrote last week:  “Stacey Lapuk is a humble thought-leader in a city of design noise. She’s above it all. Stacey quietly serves many of Northern Californian’s (and beyond) most successful and famous families. She listens and delivers intently; bringing out the best of her clients in ways they hadn’t imagined.  “Stacey’s sense of sophistication leads the SF/Marin zeitgeist. It’s why she is a highly desired interior designer. But it’s her int ..read more

Let's Begin At The Beginning Stacey Lapuk, ASID Sometimes we need to take a breath, and get down to basics. So here we go!  WHAT DOES AN INTERIOR DESIGNER DO?  The simple answer is we evaluate your needs, your architecture, functional requirements and style to create for you a home that tells your story beautifully and practically. Sometimes that means working with your architect at the onset of your project, other times it’s to simply help design and furnish a room.  WHY SHOULD I HIRE AN INTERIOR DESIGNER?  We are professionals. We have been educated and ha ..read more