There’s nothing offensive about subway tiles — it’s just that they’ve been so overdone. (1) And although white subway tile will continue to be the safe choice, homeowners are trending toward bold backsplashes, using alternative materials to create artistic focal points in their kitchens and add a bit of personal style. So, why not try a different shape, a handmade tile or even a slab or stone instead? (2)

Talie Jane Interiors is extremely honored to be awarded “Best Remodel of the Year” by Tahoe Quarterly Magazine.   Being featured in Tahoe Quarterly’s extremely competitive Mountain Home Edition has been a goal of ours for the past five years and we are thrilled to say, “we did it!”

Never once in over ten years in the Interior Design business have I heard a client say, “We have plenty of storage space.” This is especially true when it comes to kitchens.

It’s always nice to have a designated entry space. Even for those among us who prefer to come and go with less to-do, an entryway space serves a functional purpose. It’s somewhere to take off shoes, set keys and hang up a coat. It also imparts the first impression of your home, thereby setting the tone for the rest of your space. Think of your entry as your very own three-dimensional welcome mat: It’s well-traversed, but most people don’t spend much time there. (1)

Deciding between refinishing or replacing kitchen cabinets is a big decision. (1) In its annual “Cost vs. Value” report for 2019, Remodeling Magazine puts the national average for a mid-range major kitchen remodel at $66,196 and an upscale major kitchen remodel at $131,510. The addition of luxury stone or marble counter tops, high-end faucets and flooring, a commercial-grade range and luxury faucets can all significantly increase the cost of a renovation. (2)