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Why Plumbing Should Be Considered the “Jewelry” of Your Home (Not Just Lighting)
When we talk about the “jewelry” of a home, lighting usually gets top billing — and for good reason. The right fixture can elevate a space, add sparkle, and create atmosphere. But there’s another design detail we interact with every single day that deserves just as much attention: plumbing fixtures. Whether it’s the way water
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Travel Notes, Cancún, A Lesson in Texture, Light, and Really Good Food
With the colder weather settling into Tennessee lately, I’ve found myself thinking back to the warmth and stillness of early January, when my husband and I traveled to Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres. Some trips stay with you because of the pace, others because of the people. This one stayed with me because of the
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Spring 2026 Interior Design Trends: What’s Sticking, What’s Coming, and How I’m Designing Ahead
Every year around this time, I start seeing a shift. Clients come in less interested in what’s new and more interested in what will still feel good five, ten, fifteen years from now. As we head into spring 2026, that shift feels especially clear. The thread I’m seeing, and hearing echoed across the design world,
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What Makes a Home Feel Cohesive (And Why Pinterest Can’t Answer That)
Most of my clients come to me with great taste. They’ve saved the images, they know what they’re drawn to, and they’ve done their homework.What they don’t know, yet, is why all of those good ideas still aren’t coming together in real life. Cohesion Is About Relationships, Not Proximity Cohesion isn’t about buying matching furniture
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Three Decisions You Need Before Framing Goes Up
If you’re beginning construction on a new home, the framing stage can feel like things are finally moving. Walls are going up, rooms are taking shape, and it’s exciting to see your home come to life. But framing is also the point where many homeowners realize they needed to make more decisions earlier. A lot
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Why I Love the End of the Year and the Beginning of a New One
There’s something about the final weeks of the year that always slows me down in the best way. The calendar naturally invites reflection, what worked, what didn’t, what I’m proud of, and what I want to do differently. And then, almost immediately, the new year offers a fresh start. A clean slate. Permission to begin
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Before You Buy — 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning a Home Renovation
People think renovations go sideways because of the construction… but most of the problems start way before the first hammer swings. The planning stage is where timelines get saved (or wrecked), budgets stay intact (or drift), and confidence either builds or disappears completely. After watching families navigate this process year after year, I’ve noticed the
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The Small Decisions Matter — Hardware Edition
You don’t realize how much attention hardware needs until it’s not given the attention it deserves. Cabinet pulls, knobs, and door levers feel like minor decisions, but you touch them every single day. They need to stand the test of time—functionally and aesthetically. When they’re an afterthought, the whole home feels it. One of the
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What You’re Really Hiring a Designer For (Hint: It’s Not Just the Pretty Stuff)
What You’re Really Hiring a Designer For (Hint: It’s Not Just the Pretty Stuff) Most people assume they’re hiring an interior designer to help pick out paint colors, furniture, and pretty tile. And yes, that’s part of it, but that’s not actually the reason most of my clients hire me. In my experience, there are
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The Truth About Construction Timelines (and How to Stay Sane)
The Truth About Construction Timelines (and How to Stay Sane) If you’re building or renovating a home, there’s a moment where things suddenly feel overwhelming, and it usually comes sooner than you think. It’s not because your builder is doing anything wrong.It’s because no one told you just how many decisions you’d need to make,