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But, so often, where people go wrong when making their dreams about their home come to life before their eyes, is they don’t properly assess + plan from the beginning. And sometimes that’s because ya don’t know what ya don’t know. The reality is… determining project scope is an incredibly important part of designing + organizing your home.

In either case, with over a decade of experience, we know that it can be an overwhelming process determining exactly what design considerations you should be thinking about + really trying to make sure you’ve carefully thought out all the options. So, without further ado — let’s take a deep dive into how we go about designing a beautiful fireplace remodel.

There are different finishes of paint you should use in various applications (walls, ceilings, millwork) but you also don’t want to select the incorrect finishes for specific rooms in your home (rooms with high-moisture, areas with high-traffic, etc). Not to fret, this detailed guide has you covered.

There’s almost always one room you wish was just a bit larger. A space you want to feel more grandeur than the four walls will really allow. Certainly, knocking down one of those walls is always an option *wink* but how else can you go about making a small room look bigger? From renovation ideas to furnishing + styling we've got you covered.

The wrong stool for your home might mean you’re banging your knees on the underside of a counter or leave you feeling like you’re sitting at the child’s table :) And there’s a lot you can read about selecting the right height of counter vs bar stools for your kitchen but measuring’s not difficult. What’s hard is understanding how to decipher what counter stool or bar stool will work for you. So, let’s dive in!

We’re often asked, “how long does a kitchen remodel take?” From design and planning to construction and installation, we offer several insights for a successful remodel. If you're considering a kitchen renovation, tune in to learn more about how long it may take as well as how to ensure things go as planned.

Designing kid spaces in your home brings about a unique set of challenges. You see, regardless of age, there’s a delicate art that goes into balancing their fun-loving whimsical playfulness with functional furniture pieces that they can grow with over the long haul. Whether they’re still a little tyke or navigating their teenage years, what you ultimately want is an amazing room for them to call their own. A space that reflects their personality, who they are + all of the crazy things they like.

A focal point in design is the thing that stands out in a room. It grabs your attention. It's an ever so subtle detail –– sort of like the “come hither my darling” in the design of your room. And if a focal point in design is essential + every room needs one, then the million-dollar question is how do you create a focal point? Better yet, how the heck do you complement it with all of the other design-related decisions you make?

figuring out exactly how to decorate around a TV without making it the sole focal point of the room is often a huge design challenge. Especially when open floor plans mean the kitchen, dining + living room are all interconnected + wide open to one another. But not to fret my dear, with over a decade of experience + as your fav interior designers, we have a handful of design-savvy solutions up our sleeve when it comes to figuring out exactly how to decorate around a TV.

The joy of being a homebody is absolutely positively w-o-n-d-e-r-ful. But what exactly you ask, is a homebody? Better yet, do you even want to master it? Well, I’m glad you asked. Because I’m obviously rooting for “Team YES” but let's lean into our inner homebody for a bit, so you can decide for yourself if being a homebody is right for you.

If I’m being honest, it’s likely not often you hear an interior designer or any of the talking heads within the home industry speak up about furniture disposal. That’s because, well, even if the problems around furniture waste matter to them, when you buy furniture — they profit.

Our health + wellbeing is typically something we take pride in. Each of us wants to be healthier, we want to live longer + provide a safe place for our families to live. So, without much arm twisting *wink* a healthy home should be front of mind because it’s an incredibly important topic to all of us.

Whether we’re furnishing one room or designing your entire home from top to bottom, there are hundreds if not thousands of questions; a ton of moving parts + lets just say that the receiving warehouse (or a receiving company) is likely one of the most integral parts of the entire process.

What sustainable interior design should be is a baseline, or rather a framework, from which ALL interior designers practice to create a beautiful, functional + safe home for you, your family AND the environment. From how it’s designed + built to the layout, the furnishings + even the way it all gets organized. Yep, sustainable interior design is an all-encompassing philosophy for creating a home you never want to leave. From the materials selected in designing your home to the routine ways, your family lives in the space. It’s non-negotiable. Practicing design and organizing with those things in mind — helps ensure a better (home) environment for everyone.

Many of our clients are surprised when we tell them that furniture upholstery is one of the most important decisions they’ll make when it comes to furnishing their home. From color, pattern, texture, and material to durability + performance –– fabric selection is not only important but it can be flat-out overwhelming.

That’s because, when it comes to furniture upholstery, there are so many choices + so many different considerations that need to be accounted for.

When it comes to designing a home that’s truly customized to you + your family — a home with everything you need + nothing more –– selecting the most comfortable couch can certainly feel like a challenging task. Not only are there infinite choices + decisions to be made around style, color, or scale but you also really want to invest in a quality piece that you can use for years to come. Something you know will live up to the rigors of everyday life for your family.

As for agreeing on the most comfortable couch *welp* it’s subjective. Because everyone’s definition + ideal comfort level is different. Right? So, we put this guide together for you to identify where to begin.