Jan 23, 2023 | read more
One of my favorite January traditions is discovering the Pantone Color of the Year, and thinking about how I would use it in my upcoming work this year. Viva Magenta is from the red family, with a hint of pinkish-purple. A strong, bold color that enhances appetites and creates energy. Next, let’s look at some […]
Jan 24, 2022 | read more
What does is look like when a color in the real world and a color in the digital space come together? Pantone’s Color of the Year 2022 is Very Peri, a combination of red and blue that might appear familiar to Microsoft users. Matching to this completely made-up brand-new color is going to be interesting. […]
Dec 27, 2021 | read more
Globalization is more than a trend, it’s a process that’s been happening since the first time two different peoples met, where multiple cultures and influences are combined together to form a new type of design. Think: Scandinese (Scandinavian-Japanese) also known as Japandi, Mexicanese (Mexican-Japanese), or Britainese (British-Chinese). Let’s explore one of these creations: Japandi. Discovering […]
Nov 08, 2021 | read more
What wall styles are trending in the latter half of 2021? Let’s explore! Wall murals – woven or painted – are a creative way to decorate your walls, distinct from just hanging art like anyone else does. Above is La Passion de Diego by Elitis, a woven mural celebrating Frida Kahlo. Maximalism is combining an […]
Sep 20, 2021 | read more
Catching up on trends in tiling styles and designs in the USA. New Heritage tiles – These look great in traditional, transitional, and contemporary homes. Retro concrete tiles – we’re seeing a lot of wall patterns like this, for a fun and funky space. Hexagons and colorful shapes are a big trend right now in […]
Mar 09, 2021 | read more
A few times a year I like to check in on what’s happening in the world of lighting design. Here’s what I discovered today. Pendants & Chandeliers in Unexpected Places Fancy chandeliers placed over kitchen counters for instant drama is a hot new trend! We added unexpected glam to this San Francisco living room with […]
