At a recent photoshoot of a client’s finished home, I found myself rummaging through her cabinets for candles. It was definitely a non-essential detail for the type of photos being taken, but I went there nonetheless. Her options weren’t bad necessarily, they just didn’t really fit the aesthetic of their home. We made it work…
Having grown up in Seattle, a little rain doesn’t bother me. In fact, I sort of live for a rainy morning with a cup of coffee. This monsoon season we currently find ourselves in though is starting to wear on me. As much as I can’t believe I am admitting this, I am desperate to…
I just finished back to back weeks of installs. It’s sort of nice scheduling them like that because I can get in the mindset for them and really sink my teeth in. I start by setting a budget with the client for accessories based on the look we’re going for and what it is I…
Growing up, I remember my parents having a real interest in home decor. We had a room in our house that was sort of ‘off limits’. Really, we were just encouraged to play elsewhere. It had plush white couches and glass top tables. My brother and I were certainly active kids, but we were also…
A few weeks ago I stumbled upon some great block print cushion pillows in my closet I had purchased last summer. I got distracted and started walking around the house looking for a spot for them. I ended up putting them on the guest room bed as a Euro pillow and I loved the look….
You might have noticed some silence about our Broken Bow project. Things were happening, it just wasn’t super exciting news to share. That’s all about to change though! In case you hadn’t heard, we are in the process of building 5 properties up in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. We had only been one time before with…
Most clients come to me stumped on how to finish their space. Occasionally, I’ll get clients who don’t even know where to begin. I thought it might be kind of interesting to really breakdown and simplify my process to share with you all. I think design is intimidating because, much like art, there really isn’t…
I often joked last year that while everyone was quarantined baking bread, I was propagating plants. Home has always been my sanctuary, but in 2020, I really took it up a notch. A huge part of creating a sense of home for me is by bringing in plants. I love the layer of life it…
I realize we basically just thawed out from the most major winter storm Texas has ever experienced, but let’s talk outdoors. I receive a lot of questions about outdoor spaces and despite the term, ‘interior designer’, I get hired to design outdoor spaces as well. That’s because for a lot of us, the exterior is…
I am not shy about my love for Etsy. As a frequent scavenger of vintage things, I love the traditional means of sourcing treasures. However, sometimes client timelines don’t allow for that. Other times, I need something very specific and with a quick search, it can be located somewhere in Etsy’s deepest corners of offerings….
I get asked all the time how I mix old and new pieces together. I’m not sure I can give you an exact formula that works 100% of the time, but I can definitely give you some guidance that will work in your own home. First and foremost, there is SO much consideration that goes…
I decided pretty early on in my pregnancy with Nola that I didn’t want a gender typical color palette for her nursery. I opted for almost black walls with white furniture so that art and accessories would look extra vibrant. Her rug was a impulse buy from a riad in Morocco prior to learning we…
When I consider how to allocate funds for a client’s budget, rugs are always a point of contention. Often times, I hear clients say they’d rather not spend a lot of money on a rug because of their kids, dogs, etc. I get that, I do – but I am also here to educate and…
Do you have something in your home that is bugging you? Cabinets that are old? A laundry room layout that is less than ideal? Are you ready to do something about it, but you’re not sure where to begin? Let’s break it down. Every project looks so different and each client’s needs are slightly different….
I’d like to preface this blog post by mentioning that this wasn’t a topic I necessarily wanted to discuss. Don’t get me wrong, I could study interiors all day long because it is absolutely a passion of mine. ‘Trends’ just aren’t something I like to pay a lot of attention to. Each year, I strive…
I distinctly remember bringing home a West Elm lamp for the Dining Room credenza in our old house and my husband joked that it was silly and not needed. It was a dark corner of our historical home and I felt like a lamp would bring some much needed ambient lighting. It did the trick!…
The decorations are down and suddenly, your house looks pretty bare. Traditionally, January has been a rough month for me. There is so much build up for Christmas, then in a flash, it’s over. The magic has been packed up for next year and we’re left picking up the pine needles. It’s also usually pretty…
The Christmas come down has begun. I love decorating for the holidays but I am usually very ready for a clean slate. This year, that was especially the case. Our downstairs layout is basically one big great room, so I generally feel like a little bit of holiday decor goes a very long way as…
Last week, I briefly discussed how I typically approach client projects. Every project and scope is different, so it’s not always black and white. For the most part though, I really try to keep the design services I offer as streamlined as possible. As we head into the New Year (2021 can’t come soon enough)…
Did you know that I offer a variety of services that can be tailored to your specific project needs? Sure, I can absolutely do ‘full service’ projects. Meaning, from start to finish, I handle all selections, procurement, logistics and install. We’ll start with schematic design where you’re presented with a digital concept for direction. After…
.. for cocktails. Or maybe we’ve been in that season since March? Either way, cocktail making should be a ritual to be enjoyed. Chic barware is a great way to make that the case in your home, whether you’re hosting or enjoying a quiet night in. Let’s face it, curating beautiful things makes even the…
It doesn’t matter how pulled together your outfit is, if your hair is in the same ponytail you slept in. The same goes for art. You could have great furniture and a beautiful home, but if the art isn’t on point, it just doesn’t feel put together. Art can be tricky though. It can take…
Every year I have held firm to my belief that Christmas should give Thanksgiving the credit it deserves. I refrain from decorations until after all that tryptophan has been slept off. I affectionately call this the ‘Nordstrom Rule’, as they have always been very forthcoming about decoration expectations. And honestly, I think it’s great. We…
When I started brainstorming our wedding registry back in 2011, I didn’t spend too much time thinking about china and flatware. Obviously I knew these were things most brides added to their wedding registries, I just had no idea where to begin. I had never envisioned what sort of style or ‘table aesthetic’ I wanted….
