Feb 21, 2022 | read more
According to the annual Houzz Trends Report, people have been relying on their homes to provide new avenues of activity and entertainment since the beginning of the pandemic and it shows in emerging search trends for art studios (up nearly 10x), home bars and wine cellars (up nearly 4x) and home theaters, home gyms and […]
Dec 13, 2021 | read more
Are you anticipating this year’s winter holiday season? Looking for ways to take your décor up a notch, even without in-person guests and parties? Here are some ideas on a theme I love: Monochrome holiday decorating! Monochrome should be softened with a touch of color. Here greenery creates a welcoming indoor/outdoor feel. I adore the […]
Nov 16, 2020 | read more
We’re entering the holiday season, and having meals together is one way we cement our family and community bonds. If you can’t be together in person, join each other virtually! Here’s a step-by-step guide to hosting a great virtual Thanksgiving, or any kind of group meal online. Decide how to connect There’s a cornucopia of […]
Dec 16, 2019 | read more
The holiday season brings chances to gather and be festive together, with family, friends, and guests arriving to join in the fun. Here are some of my best host tips to create a welcoming guest space for a memorable experience in your home. Tip 1: Fresh Flowers Nothing says clean and fresh like clean sheets […]
Dec 02, 2019 | read more
The holidays are a time for grand entertaining and welcoming guests old and new. Here are a few of my favorite tablescape designs, curated with a designer’s eye from around the internet. What could be as inspiring as alfresco dining in Provence? Dining outside in your own backyard, of course! Here the focus is on […]
Nov 18, 2019 | read more
The holiday season is almost here! To help with your hosting duties, I’m sharing some ideas on how to maximize the useable space in a petite home. Cooking While Entertaining In the photo above, the custom island appears in the foreground, clad in butcher-block for the perfect chopping surface. A pullout work surface provides additional […]