Who doesn’t like summer? Whether you think of a short vacation at a beach cottage, an extended weekend in a cabin in the woods, or a summer-long retreat to a cozy place on the lake, there’s nothing like summer to rest and reinvigorate yourself. With the right décor choices, you can get that laid-back, kick-off-your-shoes… Continue reading Summer Style All Year Round
Category: decorating trends
Decorating with Black and White: Sophistication for Any Style
If you believe that black and white can be cold and stark, keep reading because it can be striking, yet classic and simple, too. Better Homes and Gardens advises, “Take cues from high fashion, and go for bold contrast – but the most important thing is that you absolutely must be ready to make a… Continue reading Decorating with Black and White: Sophistication for Any Style
Don’t Rush into Slow Decorating
Until I did a little research, I had never heard of slow decorating, but discovered that it is a new term for an old philosophy. As I’ve said before, it’s very easy to go to a catalog or store and buy a vignette that other designers have already put together. However, to create a more… Continue reading Don’t Rush into Slow Decorating
Invite Mother Nature to Guide Your Home Design
During the pandemic, looking for new ways to stay stimulated, boost your spirits, or self-motivate while working at home? Try biophilic design and eco-therapy. Bio- huh? Eco-what? I recently participated in a Sherwin-Williams webinar on these two subjects, so I’m happy to share some tips with you. Biophilia, by definition, is the love of nature.… Continue reading Invite Mother Nature to Guide Your Home Design
Got Glam? Tips for Stylish Decorating
An older client recently told me she loved the glamorous trend in interior design and wondered if she was too old for this style. I quickly assured her, “age doesn’t matter one bit!” Would you refrain from wearing Channel perfume or toting a Gucci or Louis Vuitton purse after a certain age? No ………. Glamour… Continue reading Got Glam? Tips for Stylish Decorating
The New “Bath Math” Adds up the Pieces
What ever happened to the terms full- and half-bath? Seems like we are taking inventory today when we count the pieces. Yes, the terminology has changed over the years, but I can help you understand what I call the new “bath math.” A full bath includes four parts: toilet, sink, tub and shower while a… Continue reading The New “Bath Math” Adds up the Pieces
Achieving an Elegant Interior Design
Want elegant decor? Check out this book from Timothy Corrigan, The New Elegance: Stylish comfortable rooms for today to guide you. Corrigan, an award-winning interior designer who works for the rich and famous from Hollywood to the Middle East, shares trade secrets for homeowners of any income level. He explains that all homes should be both comfortable and… Continue reading Achieving an Elegant Interior Design
Grandmillenial Style, aka Granny Chic
Grandmillenial Style, aka Granny Chic
Secretary of the Interior: Decorating Blog 