Often, with my interior design clients, the subject of “Art” has a weird way of translating as an un-spoken default of “a painting you hang on the wall”. When this happens, I know that I need to begin the process of showing and teaching about the wonderful, and deep reach that various forms of art, different media can come into play.
Read MoreGiven that red will be everywhere, you might take a minute to decorate with other colours this Valentine’s Day - think yellows for example! Table settings, Linens, Gift wrapping - heck, maybe a yellow Diamond Ring for your loved one??
Read MoreFor such a special occasion, More is More. Make an effort to put layers onto the dining table, placemats over tablecloth, a dining plate over a service plate, all the silverware and stemware placed with flowers, candles and decorative objects while you are at it. It’s called table-scape for a reason!
Read More“The Sunset Tower embodied these aspirations, counting among its former residents Howard Hughes, John Wayne, Billie Burke, Marilyn Monroe, Errol Flynn, Elizabeth Taylor, Frank Sinatra, Paulette Goddard, Zasu Pitts, and even gangster Bugsy Siegel. Leland Bryant specialized in luxury apartments, but the Sunset Tower was his crowning achievement. His work was predominantly in Period Revival, but with this building he proved that he was equally adept with the then contemporary Deco style. To attract a demanding clientele, the Sunset Tower incorporated the latest in both technology and design. There were modern conveniences, like outlets in every bathroom for electric shavers, and the windows were made larger to take advantage of the spectacular views.”
Read MoreThe lines can get very blurred, and things get confusing. I know of people who present themselves as interior designers, who do not know very much about the building process. Unfortunately, there are no strict guidelines on the differences, but you can just ask what your designer/decorator does, and see if that fits.
Read MoreRooms with feeling, colors, textures and light can powerfully influence how we live our lives. As a Baltimore Interior Designer, I wholeheartedly believe that beautiful things in one's life, surroundings and relationships not only adds value, but in fact, brings more beautiful things into your life.
Read MoreIt has been suggested to me on several occasions, to never show a “before” and an “after” image on my website. I recall the thinking that – you only want to show your best work, and not stray away from the message of what you can provide. Other times, It has been shared with me to indeed go ahead and show this paradigm of just what can be accomplished.
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