This was an Eclectic Coastal Style journey, for sure! Hi friends! I am so excited to share this project story with you! This eclectic coastal style project began in December 2018. A dear friend of mine came down to visit for some respite from the post-hurricane desolation of Port St. Joe, FL. In case you […]
10 Ways to Put the “Pow” in Your Powder Room Decor
Powder room decor is having a moment right now. What is a powder room? A powder room is a half-bath that usually has a toilet and a sink. Powder rooms are usually small. Typically less than 50 square feet and most often they are around 25-30 square feet. Powder rooms are usually located in an […]
5 Design Trends: Fall 2019
Design trends and being “trendy” are not my cup of tea, but being at the furniture market in High Point has certainly exposed me to what is currently fashionable in the home goods and furniture industry. I have to say the biggest thing I have noticed is a return to the classics. Even the more […]
10 Tips to Prepare Your Home For Retirement: Feather Your Empty Nest
You have an empty nest and have been planning for retirement. You’ve put money into your retirement account, created an enviable stock portfolio, paid off your home, or maybe even your vacation home. Now is the time to prepare your home for retirement. Many people renovate or re-design their homes just prior to retirement while […]
Coastal Entertaining: A Taste of Old Florida
Coastal Entertaining & Reconnecting to My Roots A funny thing happened to me this weekend… I reconnected with my roots. If you’ve never been to the North Florida Gulf Coast you might not know what I’m talking about, but the best way to describe it is the Redneck Hamptons. Seriously. On Friday afternoons between the […]
Is That a Trend or a Classic? Matte Brass/Gold
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 […]