Banquette Inspiration can be found in just about any home catalag or pinterest page. They just may the best kept secret of the decorating world. They are comfortable, space saving and useful in just about every room. Whether your space is large or small, an apartment or a house, classic or modern, there is sure […]

When I start a project with a client, one of the first things I like to determine is if they’re more of fan of beige or gray paint. Maybe they are somewhere in the middle with Taupe or “Greige.” Nearly all projects need a neutral color that works as a general backdrop, or canvas, that […]

  Things have changed over the last decade, never more than these last few months, though. Many clients are asking us to help them create a well designed home office space that is also productive because it is becoming a quickly evolving need. One example of late was when we met with a client for […]

Here are some simple steps to choosing paint that will help you avoid getting the wrong color. Sometimes it’s just a matter of choosing a white paint with a hint of grey or a hint of brown. Also, keep reading because I will share some of our favorite white paint paint colors to give you […]

Growing up on some of the biggest lakes in the world and now living in a community focused on lake life, it is no wonder we see a style that we call “Lake Home Chic” quite often. I’d like to think we have perfected it after so many years. Then again, the design world is […]

The idea of lofts has been around forever it seems but that is with good reason. There are few types of housing as innately cool and chic and desirable as the loft apartment. With their unusually flexible layout and architectural perks, the loft is both classic and laid-back; sophisticated and relaxed. If you currently live […]

Some things just come and go cyclically. Think wallpaper. Or bell bottoms. Shiplap is one of those elements in design that has returned with a vengeance. It seems like you can’t open up a home magazine or scroll social media without seeing it all over. Don’t get us wrong, we happen to love shiplap. But, […]

One question we hear quite often is about our own homes. Do we constantly change things in our own home ? The short answer… Definitely.   It is rare a designer can walk into a store and not find something that is perfect for a given space. Now, imagine that you look at some of […]

When we think,  “Christmas Design,” our thoughts frequently go to Tartan Plaid! You can find this pattern everywhere at this time of year. Pillows, stockings, scarves, dishes, you name it. While we love it, we wanted to know why it was so symbolic. We decided to do a little research and check out the origins […]

Earlier this year, we were given one of the highest compliments possible: an invitation back into a clients home.  This is not an uncommon request as we are often called to update a different room in a home with existing clients. It is always an honor to be asked to continue a design once a […]