5 Steps to Tasteful Family Photo Wall
Author: Sydney Piwowar We all love our families (mostly) and it’s hard to tastefully show them off. Oversized canvas oil paintings hung over the fireplace aren’t style anymore… At the same time though, I do not think it is fair to cut all evidence of family in a home… it is after all what makes […]
Colorful Christmas: Parent and Kid Approved Decor
Author: Sydney Piwowar Every parent does the battle once their children are old enough to want to put their own ornaments on the tree. My mom could not bear to let me ruin her perfect, glowing tree. She solved the issue by buying me my own mini tree to keep in my room, away from […]
Top 5 Interior Glass Walls
We were all in shock when the trend hit in early 2017 and have been drooling over them since. Black powder coated steel framed glazed partitions. In other words, those beautiful black framed window walls that we are seeing in interior spaces. After the swoon faded, I discovered a very practical issue with these walls… […]
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 […]
Accent Pillow Trends
We cannot say enough how much we love the addition of accent pillows in a space. Accent pillows add warmth, character, personality, humor, drama and an opportunity to refresh the space quickly. I am not one for seasonally themed pillows but a refresh to my living room, guest bedroom or master can completely change the […]
Deep Colored Walls — Powder Room, Family Room, Library… Oh My!
California can have its light, breezy SoCal vibe with all white walls and boho splashed in. Fresh exciting, bold things are happening with deep, dark colored walls. Paint or wallpaper are all in. Think of London library vibe. Shake of the norm. No wall is permanent. Be brave and go for it. xo, Jen
How to Decorate with Plants
Plants are often overlooked as a potential element to design a space. Plants not only bring in needed color and life but can be integral in finishing a space. Plant life is also a great way to keep the space fresh visually and satisfy the need to mix it up. One of the most popular […]
How to Add Color in Your Home, Naturally
In the last several years, I’ve noticed a trend in the striping of color from wardrobes and adding it to environments. Color can be tricky and much harder as a sweater paired with someone’s complexion. In art school students are first taught to draw in pencil, only using black and white- in order to understand […]
Dark Painted Cabinets
Dark painted cabinets are having a moment. A moment that I think is going to stick around for a while. We have spent 20 years in the beige range that dulled our senses and put us to sleep. It is an exciting time to be in design and see the marketed shift in peoples comfort […]
Favorite Chairish Picks
I surely hope you have discovered Chairish, the fabulous curated vintage marketplace from vendors across the country. Think of 1st Dibbs meets Etsy, which is a happy mix of vintage retailers and everyday individuals that have an amazing piece to sell. It’s a great place to find an original pieces to introduce in a unique element […]