Things That Are Coming: Trends from Milan 2020
Humble materials. Textures pulled from nature and the return to natural materials. Interesting wall covering. Mix metals. Brass, bronze, keep it mixed. Mixing pattern. Large, small, organic, blocked. More the mix the better. Neon is not dead. Get creative with neon, more as an art form over the usual text or phase.
First Impressions: Foyers & Entryways
Winter in the Midwest can be harsh. Chicago is known for its blustery wind, with sudden gusts that knock you over while trying to shovel the sidewalk – speaking from experience! But we aren’t here to complain about the weather. Let’s kick off those snow boots, grab a hot toddy, and discuss foyers. Foyers and […]
Modern Wallpaper Trend
Not sure when my love of wallpaper will end. I have spent countless hours sourcing new indie designers with a fresh perspective. Just when I think I have seen it all I come across classics. I love the place of discovery. Current wallpaper crush and a few selections from Peirre Frey and Dedar and a […]
Neon and Terrazo
I never thought these words would pass my lips… neon and terrazzo are back! They are popping up all over in interiors, home and accessories. It’s fun, fresh and we are on board. Always looking for a color palette that excites. Yes, please, I’ll take two.
The New Rule on Ceiling Paint
Author: Sydney Piwowar There used to be general rules that contractors, architects, and designers alike would follow for ceiling paint. There was one Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, Behr, etc. paint that we all memorized the color code of and used on every project. I am proud to announce that we do not have to anymore! […]
Wallpaper Round Up – Top 5 Floral Wallpapers
As we slide into the weekend, we are researching floral wallpapers for a new project. Floral is not going anywhere and is more modern and updated from your grandmother’s 50’s bathroom. Here are a couple of our favorites: Tulip Blush Petal Pusher Palmy Ink Squad Floral Equinox Forage – Black Parchment Rose Quartz
Top 10 Office Chairs
Anyone who has ever worked in an office, designed an office, or sat in an office before knows this struggle. Pretty and practical do not meet in Office chairs. We have all seen the Knoll, Steelcase and Herman Miller office chair solutions. They are some of the best office chairs on the market. Only issue […]
Best Soft Touch Matte Finish Paint
Author: Sydney Piwowar Benjamin Moore released a new line of paint in 2017 called Century. It is the world’s first Soft Touch Matte Finish paint with never-before-seen depth in 75 exclusive colors. We are obsessed with the level of depth in these colors and find it is very comparable to the infamously expensive Farrow & […]
Design Details: Toilet Paper Holder
Author: Sydney Piwowar I have decided to start a series called Design Details where I touch on the details of a space. There are so many little things that effect your everyday life that people don’t think about. This week topic: Toilet Paper Holders!!! Yep. That’s right. Everyone has a specific method they prefer (upright, […]
Top 5 Trim Options that AREN’T White
Author: Sydney Piwowar Contrast trim became famous for providing non-contractor grade options for trim. It was a missed opportunity for years to provide another aspect of color and depth to space. Rather than just picking the base grade or whatever is cheapest at Home Depot, we encourage you to put an interesting spin on a […]