Kitchen Re-Org Part II
In a previous post, I showed you how I made the move from a spice cabinet to a spice drawer. There seems to be much debate in design circles over which is better; well I say whichever suits your cooking…
(Very Important) Design Questions To Ask Clients
Disclaimer: What you are about to read, though actual and factual, is intended for entertainment purposes (mainly) and is NOT (exactly) meant to provide any advice to my designer cohorts. That said, I do believe it is a good idea for…
CD Art
Armed with just 3 things (technically), we (mainly I) created this beauty: It’s CD Art! And it turned out to be one of the simplest art installations I’ve ever done. Materials: Canvas (I used a large 4×4 canvas) CDs…
Shoe Organization Quick Tip To Help You Store (& Buy) More
Everyday I learn something new, whether it’s in my own home or coming up with solutions in my clients’ homes. The lesson I am going to share with you today will (or at least should) make all shoe lovers rejoice!…
Paint Your Own Coir Doormat
Since spring has started, and outdoor decorating is on the brain, I decided to do a DIY project. I wanted to introduce a little (more) fun to the front door and I wanted something different but inexpensive. There are so…
6 Tips To Get Your Outdoor Decor Ready For Spring
It’s spring and it’s time to start thinking about our outdoor decor. Actually it’s time to stop thinking about it and start doing something. And by “something” I mean GET OUTside and get it done! Sprucing up your home’s exterior…
The Single BEST Design Advice I Could Ever Give
I will get right to the point on this one and spare you the suspense. THE single most important concept that I believe will change how you view and decorate your living spaces, inside & outside is….. DO NOT buy…
Say it ain’t so! Expedit discontinued?!
It’s official – an Ikea design staple is being discontinued. The Expedit bookcase is being redesigned in favor of an “improved” product – the Kallax. Even though it was originally designed as the perfect size to hold albums (YES, old…
5 Great Ways To Hide Cords
I have a love hate relationship with power cords – I love that they power our lives, but I hate looking at them. They just are not pretty. And no matter how well designed our interiors are, at some point…
Change Happens – Part II: Boys to Men – From Bedroom to Flex Room
In Change Happens Part I, I told you about the milestones that have been reached in this family and the changes it has prompted in the design of our home. As promised, I am now going to show you “The…