November 1, 2015
Decorating with area rugs can transform your space. And as I’ve pointed out before, area rugs are a great way to design from the ground up. But this column is a little different: The following tips are about how to…
October 20, 2015
In Part 1 of my “‘Wow’ on a Budget” series, I showed you before-and-after photos of the master bedroom in the vacation rental/second home that I did for my clients. Now I’ve got two more tips to up that “wow”…
September 27, 2015
Everybody wants “wow” on a budget. And, guess what? You can achieve that in your home or business with a few simple steps. As you can see from these before and after pictures, that’s just what I did with this…
September 15, 2015
In my last column, I showed you photos of wall art that you might not want on your wall, but were amazing sources of inspiration for your own outside-the-box ideas. Today, I’m continuing that train of thought with more tips…
August 26, 2015
Whether you like over-the-top and believe that more is more, or your style is a bit under stated, wall art can have a high impact on your home. Today I’ve got some advice and inspiration for creating your own wall…
August 4, 2015
I often say that inspiration comes in many forms — but what I don’t say is that it can be hard to come by. Many times I’m up early in the morning with my cup of coffee, or late at…
July 19, 2015
It’s not always “out with the old and in with the new.” When it comes to updating your space, sometimes all it takes is a little bit of elbow grease and a lot of creativity. Take my client’s patio. I…
July 5, 2015
Whether you’re selling your home, staging a vacation rental or signing up for “Airbnb,” you’ll get a better return with great photos. You can hire a photographer or take pictures yourself. I took this test shot on my smart phone.…
June 21, 2015
Dressing your room can be as easy as dressing yourself, especially if you want your room to reflect your personality. This idea came to me on a recent trip as I was getting ready for dinner with friends at a…
June 7, 2015
When you set aside a budget for furnishings and décor, don’t forget your living room area rug. I personally feel that every living room should have one, especially if you have hardwood or tile floors. Area rugs add warmth, both…
May 28, 2015
Over the years, I’ve been asked many times, “How much does it cost to furnish a new home?” I always say the same thing: It all depends on you, your taste and your budget. It’s like asking how much a…
April 19, 2015
It’s time to wrap up our series on merging styles. In order to keep him happy, her happy and the designer in you happy, it’s important to find colors, styles and textures that everyone likes and transition them between spaces.…
April 6, 2015
Last month, I introduced you to my clients’ home in Hawaii Kai. They had remodeled it and asked me to decorate the space by merging their styles: He likes simple and contemporary, while she likes whimsical lux. They both love…
March 22, 2015
Merging styles can be a challenge for new couples and for those who are building or remodeling and wanting a combined new look. In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing with you how you can find a happy, stylish common…
March 12, 2015
About this time every year, I share with you tips on spring cleaning. People always say they’re restyling or downsizing and need to make room for new pieces. Well, what to do with the “old?” If the piece is in…
February 22, 2015
I promised that I would keep you posted about the remodel of my dream home, so here are some photos, as well as a tip. This home is 11 years old and well maintained. The size, location and “bones” (structure)…
February 8, 2015
I’m always on the lookout for cool new décor finds and unique ways to display or create pieces. My absolute favorite playground for these is Las Vegas Market. I snapped some photos to share unique inspirations that caught my attention.…
January 25, 2015
It’s time to wrap up our series on the luxurious bedroom retreat in Kahala. I started with a blank canvas and a favorite painting of the homeowners that became my inspiration piece. I showed you how to layer textures, patterns…
January 11, 2015
Oooh, sumptuous textures! Of the three main elements of décor — style, color and texture — this is my favorite to mix, match and work with. Remember the master bedroom from our last column? The inspiration piece was a painting…
December 28, 2014
With the new year almost upon us, people are starting to think about their resolutions. Of course with the topic of this column, mine won’t be about shopping less or exercising more! So what’s our homestyle resolution? How about challenging…