WOW!!!! I am incredibly honored and grateful to receive the Houzz Best of Design and Best of Service awards for 2018. To be selected for the "Best of Design" award is recognition for designing unique and innovative spaces for my clients. And, most importantly, to have clients review my work in such a positive way is the ultimate validation of why I do what do - [...]
Welcome to 2018! It is a new year and definitely a time for reflection. But, I don't want to bore you with my new year's resolutions. Instead, let's talk about what is known as the "'aspirin of Feng Shui' because in design, it can be used to 'cure" so many problems" (source: Open Spaces: Feng Shui Mirrors - Do's and Don'ts). And, [...]
Let's talk about gray or as the British prefer - grey. Either works for me. Such a short simple word for a neutral color certainly carries a lot of weight: it's actually a verb, noun and an adjective!; most recently associated with a steamy book series and movie, and; worthy of many, many articles including this Washington Post piece "The Gloomiest Color on [...]
Last summer we treated ourselves to our first family European vacation. It was an amazing 10 days traveling through Italy, Turkey and Croatia. This summer, let's just say - it's complicated. With both of our kids doing a variety of sports and sports related camps, we have not been able to plan out a long stretch of time to get away. [...]
Bathrooms can be complicated. Designing a bathroom is kind of like designing for a boat - there is limited space, a need for a lot of storage, and water is a key consideration. I love bathroom design challenges, as they are one of the most frequently used rooms in the home. There are so many factors to keep in mind [...]
Resolution-aries, resolution-ists - whatever term you would like to use - we are a force to be reckoned with as we fight to keep our New Year's resolutions. And, yes, it is like a battle - no joke. I am looking for your support this year and I am looking to support you in our mutual goal to keep our New [...]