Category: Renovations

designs on the move

designs on the move

Category: Renovations

Get in the mood...for design

Get in the Mood…for Design

September 17, 2014

How do you get in the mood for design?  When I start a new project I start with a mood board.  It can be electronic or digital & should be filled with images of objects,…

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Stepping Out Feature

Stepping Out

July 11, 2014

When we purchased our home the front walkway and porch had a great finish.  It had a pebbled look and seemed to be very well done.  It really improved the curb appeal. I know many…

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All Decked Out

June 9, 2014

Our family loves to be outside in warm weather.  We especially love grilling and eating our meals outside.  But sometimes our deck feels uninspiring and kind of messy.  So with the break in the weather…

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Outdoor Inspirations

Outdoor Inspirations

June 5, 2014

I am so  excited to be working on a new series for the exterior of the home – “Outdoor Inspirations”.  While I do spend most of my time working on the interior designs of homes,…

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Creating Intentional Spaces

May 23, 2014

I am so excited to be bringing you this post from a dear friend and fellow blogger, Julie Kieras. This amazing wife and mom of two boys writes about family life and natural living.  She…

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Cabin Fever & the Powder Room

March 30, 2014

  We are in the depths of snowy winter in New England.  It is getting to be too much even for this Mid-Western girl!  When I spend too much time in the house I find…

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How to Balance Your Design Budget – Splurge vs. Save

December 12, 2013

  In a recent article I read, designers were discussing the most important thing they learned from their mentor.  I was struck by one designers statement.  “…pick the best thing for a space, no matter…

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To Paint or Not to Paint??

October 27, 2013

I am the first to admit I am not a big fan of painted wood.  There is something so unique and beautiful about wood grain.  And when stains are applied the results can be outstanding.…

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Rock Solid

September 15, 2013

I have a laundry list of updates for our new home.  It is what I do after all.  I take it and make it mine (or yours for my clients).  That is the joy I…

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How to Balance Your Design Budget

Hello Again

August 20, 2013

It’s been awhile….that’s what happens when you move.  All of the sudden your routines go out the window and you scramble to get back to normal! We are still deep in renovations & it is…

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