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Delight in Design: Summer Wedding
Like so many people, I watched the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle a few weeks ago. What a lovely ceremony and what eye candy for those of us who love fashion! It made the think that for my next Delight in Design, I should create an outfit for a summer wedding. In particular, I was inspired by the ensemble of Amal Clooney that day. She looked stunning in a marigold Stella McCartney midi gown, accessorized with a birdcage veil hat, gold stiletto pumps, black-and-gold clutch, and pear drop earrings. Wow. So for my outfit above, I decided to...
Color Crush: The Hills of Tuscany
I've mentioned before how inspiring I find travel: the sights, sounds, and smells are a delight, especially with the hills of Tuscany. An iconic photo of the region informs my Color Crush color palette for this week. It makes me think of wine tastings, cooking classes, and bike rides under the Italian sun. Doesn't that all sound wonderful? Tuscany is easily one of the most enchanting places on earth, in my opinion. The colors of this palette are earthy, creating a beautiful combination that would work well in most spaces, from living room to board room. In the psychology of...
Remodeling Realities: 5 Space Planning Tips for Good Home Design
This is the third post in a series called Remodeling Realities. We’re looking at all the moving parts of a home remodel, from how to choose an interior designer and general contractor to picking tile treatments and finishing touches. Read the last post in the series here and stay tuned for all of them! In the process of designing a room, space planning is a fundamental consideration. In a nutshell, space planning tells us how the room will be used, and we have to know that before almost any other details are considered. First, I talk to the homeowners extensively about...