Jun 08, 2026 | read more
Want a vacation escape at your home, with no traveling required? Even better, a space you can rent out when you need extra income. Here are some ideas. Do you have a shed, exterior home office, or outbuilding? Convert to a mini-vacay spot! This isn’t a full rental, so you don’t need to provide a […]
Apr 13, 2026 | read more
With Earth Day right around the corner, let’s celebrate by looking at live edge wood designs. This beautiful redwood slab table above is featured in my San Francisco client’s Zen industrial condo, exhibiting clean lines and a natural edge that provides a connection with nature, underneath a light fixture that echoes the lines and colors […]
Jul 21, 2025 | read more
You’re probably noticing the 1970s retro revival is a significant trend in interior design right now. This revival is characterized by incorporating elements from the 1970s into modern spaces, such as bold colors, geometric patterns, natural materials, and layered textures. Here’s a more detailed look at the 1970s retro revival in interiors, which is seen as a […]
Jan 20, 2025 | read more
2025’s Color of the Year has been announced by Pantone: Mocha Mousse 17-1230 From the Pantone main site: “Pantone selects a color each year that captures the global zeitgeist—the Color of the Year express[es] a global mood and an attitude, reflecting collective desire in the form of a single, distinct hue. For 2025, the Pantone […]
Sep 18, 2023 | read more
I’m a fan of lighting design. One of the cool, modern trends I’ve seen recently is created by projecting light. Here’s what I mean: This projector LED floor lamp can create multiple overlays and shapes. A Sunset table lamp throws the shape and color of the sun onto your walls or artwork. This table lamp […]
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 […]
