It was almost a year ago that B and I moved in together; he was coming from an apartment that was as complete as you might expect from a young bachelor’s rental apartment — black Ikea furniture, brown and black bedding, a giant dog…
I’m switching it up a bit for this week’s home tour, and once you see these photos you will see why. I’m dreaming of vacations all day every day; this week’s home tour is a dream vacation home where there’s no need for a…
With wine country a relatively quick drive from San Francisco, we visit often – the endless wineries and gorgeous landscapes beckon to us when the city becomes all too much to take. City people we claim to be, however, with a country cottage such as…
As a new homeowner and an Interior Designer, I have a million projects in my mind at once — some that keep me up and night giddy with excitement of seeing the design come to life. It’s why I do what I do -I…
Black walls can entice you, but it takes a home with natural light and an abundance of it to get it just right. The white walls welcome the contrast of black – in the accent wall, stairs, railings, and accents – and use it…
It’s no secret that white walls are huge this year. They are not considered stark or boring but rather bright and welcoming. That is exactly what this house is – a farmhouse situated in Newport Heights – a family home that is as welcoming…
I finally made it over to the San Francisco Decorator Showcase house about a week ago, as always the Decorator Showcase is something not to be missed. If you are like me, you will go more than once as you’re sure to want to…
New York City is one of those special places: styles and tastes blend; architecture stays the same yet is ever changing. When I first discovered this home, I couldn’t help but dive right in and imagine myself living there. Even at the front door…
When a Modern Industrial loft, such as this one, comes across my laptop screen, I stop, stare and then well, drool! This loft is complete with soaring ceilings, tons of natural light, mixed metals, and strategically placed focal points creating a warm and inviting home…
As a designer living in a 100-year-old home, I am well aware of the quirks and obstacles that come into play as part of a renovation. When the designer of this Brooklyn home first laid eyes on the abode, a dropped ceiling, scary looking…