Stepping into a fine art gallery can be like can be like a kid stepping into a candy store. There are so many options, tons to see, it is a little bit intimidating, a lot a bit exciting and often times, you don’t know where to start.
Read moreAsk an Expert: How do you Prepare for a Smooth Construction Process?
While getting a construction partner lined up is crucial to starting a project, wouldn’t it be nice if you had a crystal ball to know how the process would play out? Continuing our conversation with Derek Funkhouser from DEGROOT CONSTRUCTION, he shares more insights around how they work.
Read moreAsk An Expert: What are the Top Considerations when Finding a Contractor?
Once you’ve decided to take on a project, chatting with a few builders to get more information usually follows. We recently chatted with Derek Funkhouser from DeGroot Construction about the tips he would offer someone looking to get started.
Read moreHow to Prepare for an Organized Home
Designing a place for everything, so everything can be in its place starts with a lot of questions. Questions about how a family lives and operates within in a home and the ways to keep the items that they use most both convenient and organized.
Read moreWindow Treatments: The Benefits of Custom vs. Retail Options
A well executed curtain or shade adds a softness and texture that highlights architectural elements and bring a finished and polished feel to a room. From custom to semi-custom to retail, there are a variety of price points on the open market to sort through, in addition to the pros and cons of each approach.
Ask a Real Estate Expert: What Home Updates should I consider for Resale?
When our clients ask for advice on resale friendly updates, we often consult with local realtors for their expertise. Here we asked local Keller William Real Estate Broker, Bridget Carroll to share her guidance.
Read moreAsk A Real Estate Expert: Which Renovations are Worth the Investment?
Thinking beyond kitchens and bathrooms, what other renovations and updates make a home more valuable if it ever comes time to sell? We asked 3 local realtors for their thoughts again and hope you enjoy their perspectives as we have.
Read moreAsk A Real Estate Expert: How do Kitchen and Bath Renovations Impact Home Value?
When renovating, we usually hear that kitchens and bathrooms are worth the investment to update as well. We asked 3 local real estate experts to explain how those renovations can impact a home’s value and are excited to share their thoughts here.
Read moreAsk A Real Estate Expert: When do you Recommend Renovating vs. When is it time to House Hunt?
Is your home meeting your family’s needs? And, if not what is the best way to fix that? We asked 3 local real estate agents this very question and are excited to share their expertise.
Read moreThe Artists that Inspire Us: Laddie Neil
Through a group on Instagram, we found a young artist from South Carolina, Laddie Neil. She paints abstract landscapes with fresh and uplifting color stories. We were drawn to her work because it is both compelling and peaceful.
Read moreThe Artists that Inspire Us: Marissa Voytenko
Rachel first met Marissa through mutual friends at a holiday party years ago. After learning about her work and process, she asked to borrow a piece for our studio. We are excited to share her insights and several of her beautiful pieces here.
Read moreHow Houseplants Can Help Make a Happy and Healthy Home
Before we jump into chatting design in the midst of a global pandemic, let’s acknowledge the stress, anxiety and uncertainty we are all living in. I truly hope reading this journal brings you a moment of inspiration, or at the very least, distraction. Know that while our team is happy to be designing, we hold space for the challenges we are all facing.
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