Using interior design to increase your home’s value

Put simply, yes it can! Interior design projects are great for making your house look the way you want it to and feel like home, but new interior design is also a great way to boost your home’s value.Obviously a new kitchen or bathroom suite will increase your property value, as modern fixtures and fittings are always more desirable...

Making industrial style furnishings work for you

So a reader wrote me recently with a great find - this industrial metal and leather chair - but she needed some inspiration on how to balance it in her space. So I've rounded up a collection of spaces that are either very industrial or nod to the industrial style, so she can get some ideas on how...

Really great modern classic furniture for super cheap!

Some of the classic favorites at really great prices. The sale is going on at HauteLook, which is a members only shopping site - but I have your free and fast sign up code for you - http://www.hautelook.com/invite/AWhite564Most of the chairs are under $125 - so get what you like before it sells out!Here's your code again -...

Calming and Serene – Start your weekend off beautifully

Just thought I'd share a little peacefulness - it's been a gloomy, hectic week and I hope everyone can find some rest this weekend.via House DoctorStunning. two images above via Gemma Comas Photographyvia BHGvia Ochs Design

Sheryl Crow’s 1926 Spanish Colonial hacienda in Hollywood Hills

Usually I hear "Hollywood Hills" and I think, not really my style, but 1926 Spanish Colonial sounded nice, so I decided to take a peak at Architectural Digest's tour of Sheryl Crow's LA estate. I was really impressed, not just with the historic home, but with the property itself. What do you think? Love the arched doorways and that antique coffee...

Beauty from Domino – Rooms in a neutral palette

Our beloved Domino is gone - but luckily I snagged all the images I could before the website went under. Here are some gorgeous interiors showing neutral done right. Enjoy!Kathy Ireland's bathroomI love grays like the one in this bedroomADORE this entryway. What a nice view to enter and leave the house to.via Domino

Hapy Friday – Beautiful art for art’s sake

Having majored in illustration from RISD, my first love has always been painting and drawing, and it'll always be close to my heart. So occasionally I like to feature painters and other artists that I discover and like. Here are my most recent findsBeautiful collages by mixed media artist Kristen NeveuThis one is my favorite. Isn't it...

Still a favorite – lovely white interiors

white interiors - I still love them, I think I always will. What's unique about these is they aren't cool like most white interiors, but still warm and cozy. Mostly because warm accents are brought in by wood trim and accents.Enjoy!LOVE all the texture on the bed - that's how to make monochrome workIf that desk were...

A beautiful new way to display art and photographs

I was recently introduced to Fracture, which is "A one piece picture and frame made from printed glass that mounts directly to your all quickly and easily." When I was offered a chance to try it out I was really excited because I have so many great photos from Chris and my travels and it was something different than...

A personal announcement, and beautiful pictures from Barcelona

Hi all - so for those following my Europe trip, this will be the last post for Spain. I have many more countries to share with you, and next up will be Italy! But first, lets say goodbye to Spain with a hodgepodge of images from beautiful Barcelona.And my personal announcement? On Feb. 14th I am leaving for...