Vacation renters are all about the experience your property can give them. They want to vacation in a place that is more luxurious than their own home. When potential guests are looking for a rental, they want a place to enjoy their family, cook dinners, and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere.

She wanted a professional to bounce ideas off of, someone who could ensure she was making a wise investment and help her create a design that looks professionally done. She reached out to us to see if we could help. Yes, we can — with our new Designer By Your Side service!

Home renovations have been impacted by the pandemic, and the setbacks the industry is seeing show no signs of slowing, even as we shift into what will hopefully be post-pandemic times. Here’s what you can expect and how to handle it…

89% of Americans said that they attempted a home improvement project during the pandemic. However, how many of these projects ended in success? Fewer than you might think...

Renovating a kitchen or bathroom? Having a contractor asking for your design selections… but you don’t have them or even know where to start? Then this might be for you…

Did you know that your hardware choices can make or break a room? It’s true. Hardware seems like such a small detail, but it’s one that is important to get right. It helps bring your whole design together and create interest in your space. Here’s how…

Today, I’m sharing our process for creating a floor plan, along with the specific updates we will be making to create a family-friendly home…

Adding pendant lighting to your home is a great way to create a focal point in a room. It also helps define a space (especially if you have multiple “rooms” within an open concept floor plan) and pumps up the style of the space by adding extra light, texture, or pops of color…

Wondering what Demo Day looks like in real life? Grab your safety goggles, and come take a look...

When we initially meet with a client about a renovation project, they are full of excitement and ideas. Many have their tablet or phone ready to share ideas from Pinterest or other online resources. Steve and I smile and look at the ideas, and then we apply the brake. Let’s start with a plan. This is your design consultation.

Since we are renovating this home for resale, ideally to a lovely young family, the strategy behind the design is different than it would be if we were renovating it for ourselves or for a client. That said, I still want to WOW people who see the final result… and I know that can be done with some thought and planning.

I’ve created an edited, comprehensive list of the neutral paint colors that I’ve used in my own homes as well as in the houses of my valued clients. You truly can’t go wrong with any of my top 5…