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Color Crush: Fontana di Trevi
Fontana di Trevi is one of the most famous fountains in the world and one of my favorites in Italy. This Roman Baroque masterpiece stands 86 feet tall and I'll bet you recognize it from Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita if you haven't seen it yourself in person. Made from Travertine stone quarried near Rome, this masterpiece was opened and inaugurated in 1762. The design is just as striking and beautiful today, don't you think? I love this photo of the fontana di Trevi, which is my inspiration for my Color Crush color palette this week. The blues, pale purples, and browns would...
Delight in Design: Afternoon Tea
Here in Dallas, we have the Royal Chef, a gentleman who was Princess Diana's personal chef for years before her untimely death, and served other members of the royal household, as well as American presidents Ford, Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Clinton, and George W. Bush. I've read about him and seen him on TV; once, he talked about the British habit of drinking tea and I was intrigued by the ritual and delicious fare. Somewhere between 2 and 5 p.m., it's time for afternoon tea ("high tea" is actually later in the day and with heartier fare). In Texas, he...
Remodeling Realities: How to Pick an Interior Designer
This is the first post in a series called Remodeling Realities. We're looking at all the moving parts of a home remodel, from how to pick an interior designer and contractor to picking tile treatments and finishing touches. Stay tuned for the whole series! So you've decided to remodel your home — congratulations! Creating a beautiful and functional home environment can have a huge impact on your happiness and productivity, as well as enjoyment of your space, for years to come. Before you pick the paint chips or decide on decor, you need some fundamental organization and expertise. This...