May 12, 2013
Before trashing damaged or old furniture, consider an alternative. Consignment stores offer a showroom setting and a chance to earn a return My plan today was to continue with tips from the Waialua beach house I recently designed and furnished.…
May 5, 2013
When approached with an open mind, problem areas can become opportunities to add personality to your home Every once in a while, a project comes along that’s extra special. Recently I completed a project for a sweet local couple who…
April 28, 2013
Want to protect your home and provide comfort for your pet? Try these canine-friendly design ideas that will have your fuzzy sidekick feeling more at home Dogs are people too, of course. They’re part of our family. Never mind that…
April 21, 2013
There’s no better way to add a fun pop of color to your home design, not to mention brighten your mood, than to let yellow light up your space I don’t know about you, but the rainy, voggy weather we’ve…
April 14, 2013
In any workspace, creating an inspirational environment that delivers the right message to you and your clients may be the key to success A great space can improve your physical, emotional and yes, even your financial health. For almost a…
April 9, 2013
Traveling presents a world of opportunities for you to use fresh scenery and new surroundings as inspirations for your next home-design project Travel can inspire many things. It can inspire song, writing and yes, even home decor and design. I…
March 31, 2013
Whether it’s used as a bright accent or muted neutral, expect the color green to sprout up in interiors this year. Here are tips on how to work with the versatile hue Green is the new black. Pantone named emerald…
March 24, 2013
The latest design trends are putting a fresh spin on natural and organic elements in a space by giving them a fresh pop of bling Glitzy billboards and showgirls’ outfits aren’t the only things lighting up Las Vegas. Last week…
March 17, 2013
Applying the “reduce, reuse, recycle” axiom to interior design yields a new mission and a new look. Here’s how you can rethink, reclaim and restyle Twice a year, I make the trip that so many people from Hawaii love —…
March 10, 2013
Whether you’re remodeling an entire room or making a few small changes to a space, the right design elements can give any environment its own distinct style In the last couple of weeks you’ve seen how I’ve transformed some spaces…
March 3, 2013
Right from the get-go, you can create a favorable image of your home and workspace through the effective use of colors and style, and the correct projection of your brand Last week I shared with you the most fun part…
February 24, 2013
Even the most unconventional spaces, like this pair of shipping containers, can be tranformed into a functional, stylish and relaxing environment You may have seen Russell Hata, CEO of Y. Hata, on the cover of last week’s MidWeek and read…
February 17, 2013
By decorating from the ground up, you can match just about any rug with furniture Recently, we’ve gotten a bunch of new and consigned rugs into Cathy’s Marketplace, so I thought I’d put you to the test. You know I…
February 3, 2013
If you want to be bold, decorate in red. But just make sure you do it in small doses Mi amore, the month of love is finally here! And you know what that means — red roses, boxes of chocolate…
January 27, 2013
Finding the right combination of warm and cool color accents within your space can be just the thing to make your design temperature rise For many people, accessorizing seems to be the hardest part of decorating. You’ve got your large…
January 20, 2013
In the same way you might dress an outfit up or down, some strategic accessorizing at home can give any piece of furniture a formal or casual look I do love home style, but I’m also a clothes hound who…
January 13, 2013
When decorating, color, texture and style are the keys to creating flow between rooms Last week, I gave you some tips on how to remodel or fluff up your space in 2013 using easy tips of three. This week I’m…
January 6, 2013
When searching for colors, textures and spacial divisions to complete your look, stick to the “design in threes” principle for a perfectly balanced space Happy New Year! I know you’ve just barely gotten over Christmas and are probably still recuperating…
December 23, 2012
Go with the glow this season with the introduction of metallics to your surroundings As a little girl, I was always attracted to shiny objects. Maybe that was because I grew up in a working-class family and there wasn’t much…
December 16, 2012
By following these expert tips, your holiday centerpiece is sure to stand out When it comes to flowers and greenery and creating a beautiful centerpiece, I can certainly get by, but I’m no expert. With so many holiday dinners right…