Could you use more living space? Do you have an attic filled with nothing but cobwebs and storage boxes? Don’t overlook the valuable space in your attic that has a magnitude of potential. Dreaming of a home office, master suite or family room; start making plans to expand upwards! Here are some inspirational images to […]
As we previously stated, we have been working hard to update our Houzz page. We’ve been featuring before and after photos of some completed projects. Here is a round up of some of the photos: Town home kitchen remodel Town home master bathroom remodel
I spoke with Angela Parker, ASID of Interior Places and Spaces, LLC on dining room design, here is what she had to say.Dining rooms are the jewel of entertaining for every home. The art of family dining brings visiting guests and family together for conversation, communication, and enjoyment. FlexibilityFirst, determine how often one will be seated […]
Today on the blog we get insider tips on trends in interior design. We sat down with Kayla Vig, Allied member ASID, and interior designer at Gunkelmans Interior Design to get tips on what is trending in design. What are the top trends in interior design I can’t speak for other designers, but I tend […]
Pat Manning-Hanson is our Featured Designer of February. For over 30 years Pat has been creating beautiful environments that reflect her clients taste and support their lifestyle. Share your backgroundAt the U of M my interests were in Studio Art, specifically printmaking and watercolor, as well as Art History and French. Then I realized I need […]
We have been actively updating our Houzz account over the past few days. If you aren’t familiar with Houzz, it is the leading online platform for home remodeling, and design. Being the largest online source for home improvement, it has everything from you need to better your home from start to finish. Helping you find great design […]
We all know that furniture is an investment, so why not stick to the classics when investing. Here are a few great examples of timeless furniture pieces used in fresh and new interiors. These classics are easy to update with some colorful, textured pillows and fun accessories. The best part, they are ALWAYS IN! The […]
Kristen Sheikh of Bruit De La Mode and Billie Marie Tharaldson of Julian Inc. share some designer tips regarding designing children’s rooms. Kristen shares “When designing children’s spaces, I have multiple clients that I need to take into consideration- the parents and the kids, who will be growing and evolving as they use the space over the years. […]
Adaptive reuse is the process of using an old building for something other then what it was originally created for. It is used by many as a way to conserve land, preserve historic sites and revive streets and neighborhoods. Often, a disused structure may be located on a prime location and may be created in […]
Chantal Devane is the owner and principle designer of Devane Design, an interior design firm specializing in kitchen, bath, and basement design. She shares with us her knowledge and expertise in the kitchen and bath process. How do you optimize the outcome of the design process? It is my job to be intuitive about the client’s […]