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Travel Notes | Oregon
Every once in a while, it’s refreshing to step away from projects, deadlines, and selections to experience places that inspire creativity in a completely different way. This trip to Oregon was one of those experiences. My husband and I flew into Portland to celebrate some dear friends, and one of the first things that caught
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Behind the Design | Moulding & Trim
When homeowners think about updating their home, they often focus on the obvious design elements—paint colors, furniture, lighting, countertops, and tile. While those selections are important, some of the most impactful design decisions are built directly into the architecture of the home. Decorative moulding is one of those details. In fact, one of the quickest
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Client Questions | What Full Service Interior Design Actually Means?
“Full-service interior design” is one of those phrases that gets used a lot, but rarely explained. Most people assume it means a designer will help pick paint colors, select tile, and maybe choose a few light fixtures. While those things are certainly part of the process, they only scratch the surface of what full-service design
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Behind the Design | Tile Patterns & Layouts
Choosing tile can feel overwhelming quickly. Most people focus on the tile itself, but the layout is often what changes the look and feel of a space. The same tile can feel traditional, modern, playful, or classic simply based on how it’s installed. If you’re planning a renovation and keep hearing terms like “stacked,” “herringbone,”
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Client Questions | What’s the difference between Remodel & Renovation
One of the most common things I hear from potential clients is: “I’m not sure if this is big enough to hire a designer.” The truth is, not every project requires tearing down walls and completely reinventing your home. Sometimes a space needs a thoughtful refresh. Other times, the problem runs deeper and requires a
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Client Questions | Where Should I Splurge vs Save?
One of the first conversations I have with clients is about priorities. Because almost every project has a budget.And good design is rarely about spending the most everywhere—it’s about spending intentionally. I always use the phrase “rob Peter to pay Paul.” Meaning sometimes we spend less in one area so we can prioritize the parts
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Behind the Design | Marble vs Quartzite
Choosing between marble and quartzite is one of the most common conversations I have with clients during the selection process. And usually, the answer isn’t as simple as which one is “better.”It’s more about how you want your home to feel and how you want the materials to live over time. Marble Marble has a
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Trends | What I’m Seeing Shift in Interior Design This Summer
Trends move faster than ever now, and honestly, I think homeowners are exhausted by it. One minute something is everywhere online, and the next minute people are panicking that it already feels dated. Because of that, one of the biggest shifts I’m seeing this summer is clients becoming far more intentional about the decisions they
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Behind the Design | The Schedules That Keep Everything on Track
When people think about construction, they picture the visible progress, framing, drywall, cabinetry going in. But what actually keeps a project running smoothly behind the scenes? Schedules. Not timelines, but detailed, organized documents that communicate exactly what is going where, how it’s installed, and what decisions have already been made. Because during construction, there are
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Client Questions | When Should I Hire a Designer?
This is one of the most common questions I get, and usually it’s asked a little too late. Not in a dramatic way. Just in a “we’ve already made a few decisions and now something feels off” kind of way. So here’s the honest answer: Earlier than you think. Most people wait until something feels