Our Favorite Paint Colors – Part 2
In our last blog post we shared some of our favorite paint colors with you, specifically from The Benjamin Moore Classic Collection. This week we
Category: Room Design
High Point Market
People who know us know that twice a year we head to High Point, North Carolina for the High Point Market. Each, spring and fall,
The Always Stylish Yet Highly Functional Étagère
We have talked in the past about how the highly underrated ottoman just doesn’t get enough respect yet it is a highly functional and very
What’s Happening in your Closet?
Is your closet a source of pride or a source of shame? Is it something you like to show off to your friends or a
Visiting SubZero & Wolf Appliances in Madison, Wisconsin
Last week we had the unique opportunity to visit the SubZero and Wolf factories near Madison, Wisconsin and learn about their products at the Bakke
Tips on Accessorizing Your Home
Accessorizing your home can be a daunting task. We have seen people build entire homes and have clear opinions of what they want when it
Designing with Rugs
Do you know the difference between a rug and a carpet? Carpet is broadloom, usually woven at twelve feet wide by any length and on
The Art of Arranging Furniture
One of the many tasks Interior Designers are called upon to do is layout furniture within a space. Designers study and practice space planning furniture
Bathroom Design Trends
What is going on in the bathroom these days that hasn’t been going on for centuries?   The answer: a lot!! We have been seeing some definite
Kitchen Design Basics
Where does one begin to plan a new kitchen? Clearly a space plan is needed and we recommend starting with appliances. Where are they? How
Interior Designers and their Obsession with Details
Last week we talked about custom versus off-the-rack. As a continuation of that discussion, one thing to consider when doing custom work is the many
What the difference between a sofa and a couch?
Did you know that a sofa is not a couch and a couch is not a sofa? Most people use the term couch to describe
What is happening to the bathtub?
Have you noticed lately that bathtubs are getting very stylish and very sexy? What is changing with this centuries old plumbing fixture? Remember those aircraft
Feeling Blue?
Blue is not a color we use often in our design practice, at least not for interiors. It features predominantly in some of our closets
Bar Cabinets & Carts
How do you set up your bar or drinks counter when entertaining in your home? We find a lot of people use the kitchen because