Feb 09, 2026 | read more
Have you ever been in a room with a color you either loved or disliked? How did it affect your mood? Science tells us that colors of interior spaces change our moods through color psychology, triggered by biological and psychological responses linked to nature, culture, and personal memories. We use color’s emotional impact to set moods […]
Jan 19, 2026 | read more
Every year designers anticipate the Color of the Year announcement from Pantone, so I’m excited to share this year’s event! From the Pantone website: A Whisper of Tranquility and Peace in a Noisy World “Introducing Pantone Color of the Year 2026, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer, a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming […]
Dec 08, 2025 | read more
I’m seeing both beloved and unique holiday trends and decorating themes this year. Let’s explore! Nutcrackercore Holiday classic ballet The Nutcracker with whimsical, fairy-tale-like elements that makes children’s dreams of the Sugar Plum Fairy come true. Music boxes featuring this theme are popular this year. Colors: Red, white, blue, gold Materials: Wood, velvet, silver, feathers […]
Nov 17, 2025 | read more
I just love leather furniture: The texture, the feeling, the look of something aged by use, loved by a family. Here we look back at some of my favorite projects that include leather furniture, in time for the holidays! Love the cracks in this well-worn armchair. Leather chairs pair nicely with a hair-on-hide ottoman, here […]
Oct 20, 2025 | read more
Autumn is here again! This season, my thoughts turn to warm sweaters, raking crisp leaves, and getting cozy by a warm fire. Here are a few of my clients’ favorite fireplace designs I created, and I think you will enjoy them, too. Gentleman’s Modern Classic Fireplace I like to call this one a modern classic […]
Sep 15, 2025 | read more
By now you’ve heard of Instagram — the photography-based social media — and possibly also the trend of creating “Instagrammable moments.” It’s a way of creating an experience or feeling that’s easily captured in a single image. Today I’m suggesting another way to use Instagrammable moments – by creating spaces in your home that generate […]