2020 Color of the Year
As long as I could remember, blue has been my favorite color. I love all shades of blue, but in particular, I love deep, intense blues like navy, royal, and cobalt. Blue is an amazingly versatile color, perhaps because it is the color of the sky and the ocean, which...
A Few More Favorite Things
Several years ago, I invoked the classic song from The Sound of Music, and wrote a column...
Decorating with White – Color of the Year for 2016
Interestingly, Benjamin Moore named “Simply White” their color of the year for 2016. Other paint...
Words of Advice for Your Windows
If it’s time to update the window treatments in your home, please allow me to offer you some...
Decorating with Black
In my closet, I have several black garments— dresses, pants, tops and shoes. Black is most...
Enviable Laundry Room
Raise your hand if you enjoy doing laundry. Maybe there are a few hands raised out there, but...
Questions Designers Ask Their Clients
If you’re starting a design or decorating project, it might be helpful for you to ask yourself the...
Designing a Bath For All Ages and Abilities
Let’s face it: we are all getting older, as much as we may not like to admit it. Because of this...
Decorating with Green
Green is one of the most versatile colors in interior design. Since it is so prevalent in nature,...
Baths for Different Personalities
I’m betting that you can tell a lot about the owners of these three bathrooms. Each is beautiful,...
Tips to a Beautiful Bedroom
I once met with a client about redecorating her living room. She showed me around the house, which...
