Jul 26, 2021 | read more
Your inspiration today is breezy beautiful California Mission style. One of the main elements of Mission style is a gorgeous terracotta tiled roof. Style wins: Delicate scrollwork instead of over-bearing metal, alongside wood box beams and soft puddles of drapery fabric. Arched doorways and coffered doors are especially inviting into a Santa Barbara-style home. White […]
Jul 12, 2021 | read more
In the summertime, I’m naturally attracted to outdoor seating that needs durable fabrics. The best fabrics for indoor/outdoor use are solution-dyed. That means the color is injected into the threads during the manufacturing process, rather than laid on top. Here, we chose a pale blue color to match the blue of the water outside, which […]
Jun 28, 2021 | read more
In the spring and summer, my mind naturally turns towards the outdoors, and fair-weather pursuits. What a wonderful time to relax in an outdoor garden or garden-inspired room! One such magical place is Filoli Gardens in Northern California. If you’re lucky enough to live close enough for a visit, you should definitely plan a day […]
Jun 14, 2021 | read more
In a post-COVID world, how can we create spaces that naturally help us fight infections, and keep our spaces clean? Read on for my top tips! Start with the basic design elements of the space, by choosing surfaces that are easier to clean. Pick flat panel cupboards that don’t collect dust, avoid shiplap that needs […]
May 24, 2021 | read more
Today I’m excited to share a recent before & after kitchen project! This one is really dramatic so I think you’ll enjoy seeing the changes, from a dark, cramped, dreary kitchen to a lovely light space. As you can see in the Before image above compared to the top After photo, we made some big […]
May 10, 2021 | read more
Wouldn’t it be lovely to live beside the water at Lake Tahoe? Here are some properties to inspire. You can have the home of your dreams! With a private dock and contemporary interiors, this West Shore property sits among the trees and emerald waters. A sleek dining area draws your eye outward over the lake. […]
