When making seasonal updates, there are a few simple swaps that we always go back to. Here are our tried and true ways to add seasonal touches.
Read moreMood Boards: When Inspiration Becomes A Plan
Often times, we start by taking that inspiration and turning it into a mood board. This translates colors, textures and tones into tangible design elements. Here we’ll answer some common questions about mood boards.
Read moreAn Introduction to Our Resource Journal: The Recommendations From Around our Table
In the spirit of our community table - we’ll be sharing our random but honest list of recommendations, and perhaps a few things to avoid. These recs may be as varied as the conversations around our table, but trust that they come vetted and worthy of sharing.
Read moreWhat is "Grandmillennial"...and is it really new?
First coined in a House Beautiful article from 2019, the term generally references a return to classically traditional interiors. “Grand” as a nod to new found appreciation for grandma’s old furniture and the “grand” nature of some traditional design in terms of scale and formality.
Read moreTurning the Page into a New Year
I tend to write these journal posts in the early morning - harnessing the quiet before the house is buzzing. As we move further into winter, I’m by the fire with my cup of coffee and the dogs - who are sort of chill while they wait for all the morning action to commence.
Read moreDining Rooms - for occasional entertaining or everyday use? A guide to creating a flexible space for both.
The dining room is used so infrequently for entertaining, but meanwhile, office space and additional lounge spaces are popular needs among our clients these days. This combination has us flexing our design muscles to create hybrid dining room spaces that can adjust to meet all sorts of needs.
Read moreHoliday Entertaining Tips: How to Set up a Festive Bar Area
It is that time of year when we typically welcome family and friends into our homes for some festive evenings full of catching up, reminiscing and toasting to all that the holiday season brings. Setting up a beautiful bar in your home just takes a few simple steps and we’ll dive into them here.
Read moreFive Tips for Styling Bookshelves
Integrating bookshelves into a home can make a big difference. Not only do they add to the overall appeal of a room, but bookshelves provide the space to add personal touches, display meaningful souvenirs and add layers of interest.
Read moreConsiderations when Designing Kids Rooms
When designing a room for a child, we take into consideration their unique needs and style while balancing how to keep the room in line with the aesthetic of the home and letting it reflect the interests of the child. These are the top considerations to keep in mind.
Read moreThe Design Lessons Found in Nature
Recently I’ve had one of those late afternoon carpools that lands you just far enough from home that it makes sense just to bide your time until pick up instead of more drive time. I’ve been finding different local forest preserves where I can take a walk and I’ve been reminded just how much nature inspires my design work.
Read moreStudio Renovation Progress - Slowly but Surely
Back in December when we first started putting elbow grease, love and money into our new studio, I had grand visions of a completed space in time for summer. We’ve come a long way - but there is a ways to go.
Read moreOur Top Picks for Summer Reading
Whether it is pool side, lake side, beach side or just in between carpools, we are hoping for a few slower moments this summer to sit and read - to get to our “to be read” pile. Here is a range of serious, heartbreaking, fun and funny reads.
Read moreThe Artists that Inspire Us: Laddie Neil
Through a group on Instagram, we found a young artist from South Carolina, Laddie Neil. She paints abstract landscapes with fresh and uplifting color stories. We were drawn to her work because it is both compelling and peaceful.
Read moreA Look Inside the Advantages of the Collaboration between Designers and Builders
When we help clients through a major build, there are so many pieces of the puzzle that are simplified thanks to a synergy with a building team. This synergy is honestly worth its weight in gold and we’ll explain how it helps here.
Read more5 Tips for Outdoor Living
As the flowers pop up in the spring, so too do the casual outdoor gatherings, the back yard barbecues and the family get togethers that this year - just feel safer outside. No doubt, gathering outside this year is even more appealing than in years past. And, with the temps climbing, we’re hoping to spend more and more time outside.
Read moreA Peak Behind The Lead Times in the Design Industry
We’ve spent a lot of time telling our lovely clients that their furniture, wallpaper, lighting - you name it - is backordered or delayed. If it helps you to understand the vagaries of the marketplace and how Covid has complicated the supply chain, please read along!
Read moreThe Artists that Inspire Us: Marissa Voytenko
Rachel first met Marissa through mutual friends at a holiday party years ago. After learning about her work and process, she asked to borrow a piece for our studio. We are excited to share her insights and several of her beautiful pieces here.
Read moreLiving with Color: Tips to Weave Color Throughout Your Home
When it comes to how much color you prefer to live with in your home, there are maximalists and minimalists and then a whole lot of in between. Saving the minimalist’s approach for another post, let's dive into how to use color throughout your home.
Read moreA Reflection on 2020 and Exciting News for 2021
You guys, 2020 has been a doozy. Much has been written about this truly crazy year - it’s been fodder for great memes, hilarious insta-posts and unending metaphors about dumpster fires and the apocalypse.
Read moreDeck the Halls with Holiday Decorating Ideas
Adding holiday cheer to our homes is one way we celebrate the season and sprinkle all the good vibe reminders throughout our daily lives. In this post, we pull together our 12 days of Holiday Decorating Tips and hope it helps inspire some joy.
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