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Innovations from Jenn-Air Designer Forum
Art and accessories may make a home look beautiful, but they do little to help us with everyday tasks. That's where home appliances come in. And with today's technologies and finishes, they're looking quite dazzling on their own! I had the privilege recently of attending the Jenn-Air Designer Forum at the World of Whirlpool in Chicago. Design specialists from around the country were invited and treated to a visit to the Windy City to explore the latest in home appliance technologies. The World of Whirlpool facility is a showstopper in itself. The 30,000-square-foot facility is located in the penthouse of...
BGI Wins Five 2015 ASID Legacy of Design Awards
We had an amazing night recently at the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Awards Celebration. Industry designers and professionals from throughout the Texas Chapter gathered to recognize the best of the best, and we were thrilled to receive five of the prestigious awards! From contemporary to traditional design, Legacy of Design Awards were given from a variety categories and the projects were simply stunning. We were inspired by all the designs, and extremely honored to be recognized. In fact, the only thing more exciting than the celebration was calling our clients to tell them they had award-winning homes! 2015...
10 Free Interior Design Tips
Do you want to know how to arrange your furniture to optimize socializing with friends and family? Or how to give old furniture new life, and add texture to a room to boost visual interest? Interior Design Tips & Tricks Professional interior designers use tried-and-true tips and tricks every day, and you can, too! Our free 10 Interior Design Tips & Tricks Guide offers simple and practical ways to add more style to your home, and make the most of your existing furniture and decor! Just provide us your email address by subscribing to our monthly Barbara Gilbert Interiors Newsletter,...