Countertop Comparisons: Natural Vs. Engineered Stone Surfaces
Fully remodeling a kitchen is a big decision to consider. To undertake a project of this size is not an easy feat, even if you are hiring a design professional to manage the project. It requires meticulous planning, effort, and proper budgeting. But with the right approach, a kitchen remodel can provide an increase in […]
How to Design Around Small Interior Spaces
Designing small interior spaces is like solving a challenging puzzle. For beginners, you can either make the space too cramped and even cause it to resemble a labyrinth. But the great news is you don’t always have to live in a large lavish house to achieve your desired interior style. Whether you want the Regency glamour, […]
The Impact of Color in Interior Design
In the modern world, we spend a lot of time inside. In fact, researchers estimate the average person will be indoors an amazing 87% of his or her life. We are understanding more and more that the environment around us shapes us in a myriad of ways. That means we have good reason to pay […]
Working with Colors: Texture, Accents and a Light Touch
Colors, materials and furnishings are what make a house feel like a home. From paint hues and textured fabrics to natural light, how we feel is influenced by what we see and how the pieces of a home are made. We can bring new life to a space through a series of simple moves, whether […]
Art in Interior Design: How to Select the Right Pieces for Your Style
Art brings a home’s character and personality to life. Working with colors, textures and patterns, interior designers create different moods and styles for a home. Bringing in the work of artists, they can combine multiple elements to highlight and accentuate a client’s personal taste in their daily life. At the same time, designers can show […]
Authentic Design: Creating New York Interiors with Warmth and Character
New York City has a rich history of interior design. In the context of this sprawling concrete jungle, residents living in brownstones and apartment towers alike have long sought warmth and light. Looking back, interior design has come a long way since its inception in New York over a century ago, and now designers are […]