Design in Real Life
I love foyers that make a statement…you are in them for such a short time, yet they can set the tone for the whole house and offer the opportunity to get creative; but at the same time, it can be hard to justify spending a lot on such a small space! We were definitely short in the cash department so …
Treasures…as kids they are rocks or a favorite toy; but as adults, we are a lot more selective about what we treasure and how these precious items are displayed in our homes. At times these cherished things remain hidden in albums or boxes, but some are put on display and are puzzle pieces to the road we have travelled to …
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You know how you start one project…and many times something happens along the way that makes you have to start a second project…or even a third? The “Domino Effect” was the thing that got this kitchen project started a little sooner than the homeowner anticipated! New plumbing had been installed in the upstairs bathroom and as a result of a …
One day I will have to tell you the crazy story of how this house became ours. 30 day closing, 6 months pregnant, and a crazy housing market are only a few of the factors that came into play…but on July 15, 2011, we officially became homeowners! As a designer, I had several projects ready to roll in my head, …
Have you ever asked yourself what you would do if somehow a million dollars suddenly appeared in your bank account? Many of us would travel, pay off debt, buy a new house, a fancy car, etc. Everything we ever dreamed of having could be ours—no more waiting! Then real life hits. For most of us, myself included, we realize our …
