Design Consultant Jillian Moskovitz shares inspiration from her trip to Italy and explains how to use texture to add interest to your home. The post Learning to Layer Textures for Elegant Interior Design appeared first on down2earth Interior Design ..read more

D2E is thrilled to have had our founder and design director Amy Cuker's sunroom redesign featured on The Home Green blog! The post D2E Featured on The Home Green Blog appeared first on down2earth Interior Design ..read more

The kitchen truly is the heart of the home. While most of us focus on cabinets and countertops, it’s often the small, thoughtful details that transform the design of a kitchen from ordinary to extraordinary. These finer touches are the ‘jewelry’ of the kitchen. They add personality and a touch of the unexpected. Let’s explore these often-overlooked elements that elevate kitchen interior design. The Hardware: Enhancing Function with Style Don’t underestimate the power of cabinet pulls and knobs. Think beyond basic and consider a unique shape or material. The cabinets above feature pulls from Sa ..read more

We’ve been celebrating color in some recent blog posts, seen here and here. But we all know that the perfect partner to any color is a reliable neutral. All designers have one that has proved to be tried and true. If you’ve ever attempted to pick the perfect white without counsel, you know what we mean. The sample looks perfect, then you put it on the walls and suddenly that white looks yellow and it’s back to the paint store. The d2e team has put together a list of our most loved neutrals that always do the trick and we hope it serves as a helpful resource for you! Amy Cuker Interior Design ..read more

In recent years, quartz countertops have become a go-to choice for many kitchen and bathroom interior designers, because of their durability, low maintenance requirements, and variety of color/style options. As the demand for quartz has escalated, so has scrutiny over its production methods and the potential health implications for workers. At the heart of these concerns lies the risk of silicosis, a severe lung ailment stemming from the inhalation of minuscule silica dust particles. Given quartz’s high silica content (typically over 90%), the processes of cutting, grinding, and polishing quar ..read more

Most people you ask have a favorite color. And for many, it is a longtime love. Sure, trends can sway us in one direction or another, but when you consider a color as a feeling, it’s less about influence and more about basic fascination. For some reason, asking someone their favorite color is as common as inquiring about their best-loved food, song or film. Perhaps it is because we think it tells us so much about their personality. Even more revealing is the reason why they love that shade. We talk about color a lot in our work here at D2E, but this time we’re going to turn the tables on ourse ..read more

It goes without saying that all of us here at down2earth Interior Design are inspired by interiors every day. And when we kick up our feet to enjoy some screen time and relaxation, it’s no different. To that end, we’ve put together a collection of some of our favorite “screen gems” for their aesthetic qualities. We hope we can inspire you too! AMY CUKER, Founder and Design Director Damn Yankees If you know only two things about me, it’s likely that those two facts are that I love purple and musical theater. So how could I resist nominating Lola’s apartment from Damn Yankees as a favorite inter ..read more

Visionary architect Frank Lloyd Wright is known for his organic approach to design. From the sun-drenched deserts of Arizona to the lush landscapes of Pennsylvania, Wright’s masterpieces like Taliesin West, Falling Water, and Beth Sholom stand as testaments to his belief in harmonizing architecture with nature. Read on as we explore some of Wright’s tenants of organic architecture and compare his work in these contrasting environments, both of which happen to be office locations for down2earth interior design. Unifying Shapes in Nature for Design Wright first came to Arizona in 1928 to work o ..read more

If you were lucky enough to score Taylor Swift tickets for her Eras tour, or watched the movie version of the concert (or both!), you were no doubt amazed by the numerous costume changes, with each one more spectacular than the last. Here at D2E we love color and pattern and things with movement, and so does Taylor. Follow us on a journey of the eras and how the elements of her outfits can translate to captivating interiors! Lover L: Photo by Kevin Mazur (Getty) R: Photo by Rebecca McAlpin Nothing says you’re the boss like a silver blazer or a stainless fume hood. Note the red at the bottom ..read more

Biophilic design goes beyond aesthetics can enhance sustainability, a diner’s sense of well-being, and the overall dining ambiance of a restaurant. Read on to learn more about its meaning, origin, and how biophilic principles can be applied to the design of restaurants, cafes, or coffee houses. What is biophilia and what does it mean for sustainable restaurant design? The term ‘biophilic design’ has become more mainstream over the last few years, especially post pandemic, as we continue to see the importance of reconnecting with nature. However, the concept of biophilia actually dates back to ..read more