May 23, 2022 | read more
Continuing our look at window treatments from my projects, let’s just dive right back in. California Glam In a glamorous Oakland condo owned by a doctor who wants to host amazing dinner parties, I used gauzy fabric with geometric shapes and patterns in fun, bright colors to allow plenty of light in, contrasting the dark […]
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 […]
Apr 22, 2019 | read more
San Francisco designer Kimball Starr is featured as the interior design expert in a guest appearance on the nationally televised series of PBS “Creative Living with Sheryl Borden”. Kimball shows how to mix patterns, color, and texture to enrich the look of your home’s interiors. In this third and final 5-minute video segment, Kimball shares expert tips on […]
Apr 08, 2019 | read more
Did you know Kimball Starr is the featured interior design expert on a nationally televised series of PBS Creative Living? For this series, the San Francisco interior designer teaches how to combine color, patterns, and texture to liven up your home’s interior. In this second video, Kimball shares how to mix fabric patterns in a traditional living and […]
Mar 25, 2019 | read more
Confused how to mix fabric patterns in your home? Not sure when to use natural materials vs. synthetic materials? In this nationally televised series of PBS Creative Living with Sheryl Borden, Kimball Starr is the featured expert, showing how to mix patterns, color, and texture to liven up your interiors. During this first of 3 segments, just 4 minutes and 26 […]
Jan 28, 2019 | read more
When the weather outside is cold and rainy, don’t you just want to curl up with a good book? Since we’re deep in the winter months here in Northern California, today I’m sharing how to create a cozy reading nook in your home. Customize for the Perfect Fit Here in what I like […]