5 Ways to Freshen Up the Inside of Your Home
Even when we’ve landed upon the perfect wall color, found an enviable drapery option and finally installed the wood flooring of our dreams, we still need to consistently freshen up our homes. Freshening up our homes ensures that the … Continued
Sconces: Lighting Up the Way in Interior Design
When lighting a room, the focus tends to be on general or ambient lighting like a flush mount light or recessed lighting. Sconces are an under-utilized lighting option that can add another dimension of light to our spaces. … Continued
Interior Design Home Trends You Can’t Help But Love
One thing I love about interior design is trends. Trends are the reason we can’t wait for High Point Market to come around every year, why we read design magazines cover to cover and why we scour Pinterest for … Continued
Bathtub Wars: Built-In vs. Freestanding
Whether you own a built-in tub or a freestanding tub, the bathtub has the ability to put us in a relaxed state of mind. Filled with some extra warm water, bubbles and Epsom Salt, this home object … Continued
4 Ways to Usher the Spring Season Into Your Home
Spring is around the corner, which means that flowers will be blooming, temperatures will continue to rise and we can finally shed our winter clothes. As we begin to change our wardrobe to usher in the spring, we also … Continued
Fireplace Surrounds that Rekindle the Fire
If you are fortunate enough to have a fireplace (because I mean how else can Santa get into your house according to my five year old), you know what a focal point it can be. Whether you have a … Continued
Making the Bed: 3 Must-Have Bedding Accessories
Having the right bedding can make or break a bedroom. Many of us want our beds to resemble a hotel room or a magazine cover, but adding each of those layers can get rather expensive rather quickly. That doesn’t mean … Continued
Are You Living at Home or In a Museum?
We can all recall that one room in the house that we weren’t allowed to go into as children – you know the one that resembled a period room at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. That forbidden room was … Continued
Taking Inspiration from Charleston: Timeless and Classic Design
Just shy of 4 hours from Charlotte, lies a quaint and charming town called Charleston. Hardly a secret, Charleston is a historic town with a population of about 133,00 people and a rich history. This weekend … Continued
3 Tips for Working with an Interior Designer
For many of us, the month of January is dedicated to starting anew – getting organized, getting a new business venture off the ground, working out more and updating our homes. When it comes to updating your home, you will … Continued
When It Comes to Interior Design, Change is Good
When it comes to the world of interior design, change can be a good thing. I’m not talking about keeping up with the latest trends either. I’m more concerned about the assessment of our own homes and how they function. … Continued
Six Months and Counting: The Blogger Behind the Blog
Thank goodness for light bulb moments. Almost six months ago on June 29, 2016, I had a light bulb moment when I decided to type a few hundred words about accessorizing on the computer. On that day, the Superior … Continued
It’s a Wrap! Gift-Wrapping Tips
It’s been said that it’s what’s on the inside that counts, but when it comes to Christmas gifts everyone loves a pretty package! Just like chefs carefully plate a dish to make it more appealing, we can create beautiful presentations … Continued
Event Planning: Help, I’m Hosting a Holiday Party!
If you are gearing up to host a holiday party, you’re not alone. Thousands and thousands of people (and companies) are hosting parties across the country to celebrate the holiday season. But event planning can quickly go from fun in … Continued
Holiday Decorating: Making the Mantel Shine
I love the holidays! Something about decorating for the holidays makes our homes feel more alive, vibrant and cozy. It stirs childhood memories and creates new memories for our children. Whether you observe lots of traditions during this time or … Continued
Sectional Sofas: A Forgotten Option
If you prefer a living area that feels comfortable, lived in, casual and inviting, a sectional can be the perfect solution for your home. Most people have a love/hate relationship with sectionals – they either love them or they hate … Continued
Setting the Thanksgiving Table
The dining room is a space that doesn’t get much use throughout the year, but this Thursday it is going to be the highlight of the house. As many of us are preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends, … Continued
Greige: Striking a Perfect Balance in Interior Design
During an interior design consultation, I often ask my clients if they prefer gray or beige as a neutral base color. Many times the answer is black and white, but more and more the response is starting to fall in the … Continued
Slipper Chairs: Why I Love Them
Slipper chairs, which are armless and low to the ground, have been a lifesaver for me when designing compact spaces. Traditionally, slipper chairs tend to be found in bedroom settings, but these chairs have made their way into living rooms … Continued
Come On In: Entryway Design Ideas
The entryway is the first area that a guest sees when they enter your home. In essence, it sets the tone for what your guests will experience in the rest of the home. Defining an entryway doesn’t have to be an … Continued