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Archives for March 2018

3 Tips for Mixing Patterns

March 27, 2018 by Julie Filed Under: Tips Leave a Comment

Mixing Patterns 101 I love mixing and blending patterns and materials. Woods. Stones. Natural Textures. Metals. One of my all time favorite materials to mix is patterned textiles. Pattern is one of the elements of design and can add richness and depth to any room. Layering and mixing patterns can create a really luxurious look, […]

Should I Re-Upholster or Buy New?

March 22, 2018 by Julie Filed Under: Furniture Selection Leave a Comment

Should I re-upholster or buy new? It is decided. You’re going to remodel your downstairs. You’ve been living in the 90’s for way too long. You want a whole new look: new kitchen, new window treatments, new powder room, new color scheme, new furniture… On second thought, wait… I really love that sofa and those […]

Good Design Takes Time

March 8, 2018 by Julie Filed Under: A Standard of Living Leave a Comment

The design process is tedious. Well, up front it’s exciting. It goes something like this: You hire your designer. It’s so exciting. He/she has fantastic ideas. You get your drawings and boards and you can just see the magazine perfect home of your dreams taking shape. You get the proposal and after your done choking […]

Is That a Trend or a Classic? Matte Brass/Gold

March 3, 2018 by Julie Filed Under: Trend or Classic, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

My Client: “Wow! I just saw the most amazing kitchen! It had navy blue cabinets, marble countertops, white subway tile and gorgeous matte brass accents… I love those gold toned accents, but do you think that’s too trendy?” Me: “uuuuuummmmm…” head scratch, reads clients face carefully, “maaaaaaybe…” Seriously, I walk a very fine tightrope between […]

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