Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris, home to Yves Saint Laurent throughout his career, was a must feature in our eyes! We couldn’t look past the intentional construction of this exhibit, “Shapes and Forms”, by German designer, Claudia Weiser. This museum displays not only the art of Yves Saint Laurent but the design work of artist Claudia Wieser who is known for her installations and extraordinary sense of space and setting. No details were missed in the deliberate display of fashion. Her interpretation of Yve’s work was transformed into a modern and immersive experience bringing color, form, line ..read more

We are beyond grateful for all of those who made not only 2023 a huge success, but the last 10 years! 2024 marks our 10th year in business and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s to come! Collaboration with builders, cabinet manufactures, trades people, and architects have made our designs a success. We are proud to announce our latest partnership with The Shop Fine Millwork, a locally owned business with a team comprised of cabinet and millwork professionals. Their fully customizable ability and knowledge of the local industry will allow us to take our designs to the next level! We will al ..read more

When we were hired as the interior design team for Sonora, a new inner-city development, we couldn’t pass on an opportunity where inclusive design was understood and valued. Opening in Austin, TX, Sonora is a new multi-unit residential project, as featured in Austin Business Journal and is the perfect of example of a collaboration that benefits the buyer.  Developers haven’t always leaned on interior designers, as they primarily relied on architects to carry out the entire design. However, as the demand for high-end luxury design has increased, more and more developers have found them ..read more

If you’re curious about porcelain countertops and are wondering if they are suitable for your project, this blog may be helpful! This man-made product has been used in Europe for several years and has started gaining more popularity in the US. Porcelain is a compact clay made by heating a mix of powdered China stone, kaolin and various minerals. It is then fired at high temperatures to create a durable and dense material. When we asked our friends over at Graniteworks about incorporating porcelain into a project here is what they had to say!… Porcelain has come a long way and definitely is a ..read more

Written by Stephanie Rogers Outdoor entertainment is the best way to allow a large guest list while creating a more organic space to laugh and share time with the people who matter most. Whether you’re making a rental property and want your tenants to enjoy every aspect of life here, or you’re updating your house so it feels more like home, this space can make or break the deal for everyone. These are the top tips to design this area and why it should be taken seriously! Why Outdoor Entertainment is Big Right Now Outdoor entertainment spaces have seen a huge resurgence in the last three years ..read more

If you enjoy at-home entertaining, your well-stocked liquor cabinet may need an upgrade. More and more homes are incorporating built-in bars and we’re a huge fan of it! Though bars are typically small in size, with the right design they can make a large statement. The location of an at home-bar is versatile, but typically we recommend positioning them near the heart of the home – between the formal dining room and kitchen. This makes the most sense when it comes to the flow of a gathering and most importantly for the sake of convenience. We recommend strategically placing your bar where the fi ..read more

Written by Douglas Briggs When doing renovations on your property, there are two categories of renovations you can do: cosmetic upgrades which improve the appearance of the home versus upgrades that enhance the property’s functions. Cosmetic renovations have a “wow” effect and they are more popular because visitors can easily see the changes. Functional upgrades are not nearly as visible but essential. Cosmetic upgrades modify the home’s style, but functional upgrades address shortcomings that make the home more useful. Examples of cosmetic improvements include “face value” projects, such pain ..read more

Developers are putting a heavy focus on home offices as more and more people are craving a dedicated at-home workspace. Home offices are now being treated as important as kitchens and I’m loving it! Just as family members share kitchen space, families are often sharing workspaces making it important that they accommodate more than one person. With a heavy focus on detail including lighting, color, comfort and functionality, these spaces have all they need to create a focused work environment. We have been working on a development on the East Side, where our team has taken the lead to ensure th ..read more

It’s always a pleasure to collaborate with like minded professionals. Matt Lee, a respectable interior design blogger was kind enough to share a few of his tips on bathroom design. Read below to learn more and check out his website for more ideas! If you follow business news at all, you are probably very familiar with the challenges and opportunities created by the continued exodus of the Baby Boom generation from the workforce into retirement.  Real estate has not been exempt from this movement, as homes with aging in place features–those characteristics that allow residents to enjoy ful ..read more

Fashion design and interior design, both passions of mine, have been a part of my life since I can remember. I was fortunate to have studied design and architecture in college leading me into my dream career. One of the things I enjoy most is being able to create a personalized story through design for each new client I meet. There is a striking similarity in the way fashion design and interior design guide self expression. Both involve studying lifestyle, trends, sketching designs and experimenting with fabric and color combinations. There is an obvious connection between how people dress and ..read more