High stress levels, brought on by our busy personal and professional lives, can contribute to a multitude of negative health effects like fatigue, poor immune system, muscle pain, headaches, and more. Having an area in your home to retreat to and alleviate these symptoms will leave you feeling prepared to tackle the day. Read More
As an interior designer in Lake Tahoe, I work with a lot of clients who own vacation rental properties. This includes everyone who caters to weekend AirbnBb”ers,” week-long VRBO”ers” and summer-long renters. Designing vacation rental spaces, in whatever form they may take, is a bit different than designing spaces for full-time residents. Read More
When designing a space, lighting is key. It sets the mood, creating an overall feeling – warm or cool – and is one of the first elements experienced. Different types of lighting help to create these warm or cool feelings. For example, LED lighting is harsh as compared to the warm glow vintage bulbs, like the Edison bulb, emit. This warm glow helps accentuate the surrounding décor as it plays off of the colors and hues that are present and emits feelings of comfort. Read More
It’s officially spring! The season of transformation and renewal. As flowers start to blossom and days get longer, we feel more energized in our daily activities. This makes spring an ideal time to deep clean and refresh our homes. Cleaning and adding spring décor will surely brighten our homes, creating an interior that embodies the true essence of the changing season. Read More
The terms rattan and wicker are often used interchangeably due to misconceptions that they are one in the same. In today’s day and age, both rattan and wicker are becoming increasingly popular in indoor and outdoor home design. While they both offer a similar look and feel, there are some key differences to keep an eye out for to ensure you are using the most fitting product for your intended design project. Read More
I know that in the past, I’ve written about the need to rebel against interior design rules. However, there are a few key “rules” that we designers actually adhere to. It’s not because we follow the rules. We clearly don’t. It’s because these rules actually lead to practical, functional and efficient design. Read More
Utilizing reclaimed wood in design is the ultimate in upcycling. Reclaimed wood is processed wood retrieved from its original application for purposes of subsequent use. In other words, it’s already served a purpose in a previous life and is being given new life. Read More
Santa Fe, New Mexico, the “City Different”, has long been known for its Pueblo-style architecture and hotbed of creativity. And, on my most recent visit, I truly appreciated Santa Fe for these very things, especially its southwestern craftsmanship, unique furniture and handmade jewelry. Read More
Charles Ormond Eames and his wife, Bernice Alexandra “Ray” Eames were American designers who made significant historical contributions to the development of modern architecture and furniture, including the design of the iconic Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. The couple designed these pieces for the most prolific and influential producer and manufacturer of furniture in the modernist style, Herman Miller. Read More
Vintage, antique, shabby chic – these terms are used interchangeably and synonymously. But in actuality, they are quite different. Let’s investigate the differences: Read More
