Lets warm up that minty palate with a dab of sherbet. When a pair of high intensity complements are placed side by side, they seem to vibrate and draw attention to the element Not all color schemes, based on complementary colors are loud and demanding — if the hues are of low-intensity the contrast is not too harsh. Intensity can only be altered by mixing a color with its complement, which has the effect of vis
Now that we’ve completed the bathroom, we’re moving onto the kitchen! The first step in my process of designing a room (and also my favorite part!) is gathering inspiration images for developing a concept for the space. We’re taking down walls and opening up a lot of square footage in this house, so I’m basically starting with a blank canvas. Custom cabinetry, new flooring, a new layout will be incorporated, and even
TIP: Keep it simple. Use black and white in your home to create a timeless look like the classic Audrey Hepburn. There’s just something about the black and white color combination that tugs at my “design” heart strings. Just like a black and white photograph, black and white interiors are timeless, classic and can easily be incorporated into your home. I love the black painted chair rail in this entry/hallway. The ch
2011 is here and I’m still in Vegas! Vegas never fails to provide me with endless design inspiration and ideas. I’ve never been a gambler and my boyfriend Nick can play poker for hours, which gives me plenty of time to walk around and enjoy the architecture, sights and scenery. I didn’t take too many pictures this trip, but I thought I’d share with you a few shots of our weekend. My abso
I trust you all enjoyed your Christmas! Now on to the next holiday to wrap up the Holiday season and ring in the new year! Here’s a few ideas to help get your NYE party lookin’ good! *gold + silver from Martha, grape skewers from Martha, clock mantel from Martha Later I experience this phenomenon firsthand after a routine doctors visit about his, heart failure, or heart rhythm problems. See your doctor if you suspect