Blog

West University Bungalow

Work & Live like a Chocoholic

May 1

How many of us work and live like workaholics? I know I do. Because I love what I do, I can get lost in following my passion for great design. Unfortunately, that term workaholic usually has a negative connotation, but I choose to think of it like a chocoholic! I love to use the rich and creamy color of chocolate when designing a cozy room. The featured photo for this post is a photo from my West University Bungalow project. To see more photos click on the portfolio residential images above.

 

Read More

Makeover Madness

April 1

It is said that “a well-ordered home can bring a sense of peace”.  I know from experience the wisdom in those words. When the world seems MAD with stress and demands, a little “makeover madness” can put your life, home, office and mind back in order.

Read More

Bold Color Combos

March 1

I love, love, great combos of color and was delighted to snap this featured photo of this dynamic room when I ran across it at High Point Market in the Century Furniture showroom.  It is no surprise that this is a very well thought out space…because Century has produce quality in craftsmanship and design for many, many years.

As a designer, people constantly ask me what the best color combinations are. The million dollar answer is really a matter of what you like. Some of us like soft tone-on-tone pairings and others like bold strong colors.

 

Read More

Inside/Outside

February 1

After my return from a trip overseas, I realized that one of the most enjoyable things we did was to dine alfresco. Many of our best meals were eaten outside on a patio, in a garden or in the courtyard of a small cafe. Why don’t we do this more in the States? I know my Houston friends will tell me “it’s too hot”, but is it really? Spring and fall in most areas in the U.S. are perfect for outside dining.

Read More

New Year of Change at Home

January 1

I love the first of the year.  I am always excited to start fresh.  We all want that newer, better version of our lives to start now.  Unfortunately, good intentions too easily get overwhelmed.  I can just imagine sitting on the custom banquette pictured. We created it for the small West U Bungalow…a nice place to dream and make a plan for the new year.  I have listed 4  steps I take each year to reach new goals that easily apply as “resolutions for your home”.

Read More
123