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Interior Design Trends We Love for 2021
Brighter colors, natural-looking materials, and flexible décor. These are just several of the design trends that we are anticipating in the new year
Designer’s Perspective: Moving Tips
Over the past five years, I have moved several times. I have learned that, despite all the checklists and timelines, moving is stressful and a huge amount of work! I have also learned how to look at moving with a designer’s eye. Here are my top three design considerations to help make your new house feel like home.
Create a Special Holiday Season
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the holiday season will be different for many of us this year. However, that doesn’t mean that the holidays can’t feel special. In fact, connecting with family and friends—either by virtual meetups, chatting on the phone, or sending a heartfelt note—may be the bright spot that we all need right now. Here are some ideas on how to make the holidays at home feel special this year.
Tips to Outdoor Entertaining in the Cool Weather
One of the great things about living in the DC metro area is that our mild weather allows for outdoor entertaining most of the year. This is especially valuable this year, as the coronavirus pandemic has forced many of us outdoors to entertain friends and family.
Wallpaper: The New Paint
Paint isn’t the only way to add a personal touch to your living spaces. Today, decorating with wallpaper is a versatile way to play with color, pattern, and texture. With traditional wallpaper, there are endless options. Here are some ways you can incorporate wallpaper into your home design.
The Long-Term Impact of Covid-19 on Home Design
Today, many designers and homeowners are looking for a way to promotes well-being, health, and emotional comfort. Biophilic design is based on a set of principles that aim to improve our connection with nature as a way to reduce stress. Here is a look at how to loosely apply these principles both inside and outside of the home.
The Long-Term Impact of Covid-19 on Residential Architecture
There is no doubt that we are currently facing a public health crisis due to the Covid-19 pandemic to rival the outbreaks of the previous centuries. The question is; what adaptations in architecture could we possible see due to the Covid-19 pandemic?
How to Fix Common Interior Design “Mistakes”
There are so many elements that go into designing the perfect room. From furniture selection to positioning of wall art, there are many small decisions that go into creating a cohesive space. Even the slightest “mistake” can throw off the entire room. In this article, we discuss several common issues and easy ways to fix them.
Tips to Make Your Bathroom Look & Feel Larger
With many of us spending a lot more time at home, we are noticing our surroundings and looking for ways to improve the appearance and functionality of our homes. Small updates in the bathroom — such as tile, hardware, or paint — are among the more popular projects.
Adding Autumn Curb Appeal
As our days begin to cool and the daylight fades, this is the perfect time of year to add some autumn curb appeal to your home. Here are some ways to make your home look every bit as fresh and attractive during fall as it does at other times of year.
Home Design Features that Home Buyers are Looking For
It’s safe to say 2020 is not what any of us expected it to be — and it has certainly influenced what home buyers are seeking in this unusual moment. Features that were once highly sought after, such as an open plan, may now have a negative impact on the value of a property. If you are looking to update or renovate your home in preparation to sell here are some of the exciting new design trends sought after by buyers in 2020.
TMD Guide to Basement Renovation
Today homeowners are looking for more living space in their homes. For some, their basement continues to merely be a storage space for holiday décor, unused furniture, and memorabilia. However, don’t let that coveted square footage go to waste. By renovating your basement, you can increase the value of your home as well as add additional living space.
Things to Look for When Buying a Home from a Designers Perspective
Buying a home is a big decision and there are so many things to consider it can be overwhelming. An interior designer has a unique perspective of seeing a home not just in its current state, but what it could be. Here are some of the things I always look for and tell clients to look for when on the house hunt.
Adding a “Tiny Home” Office Space
When adding value to a home, kitchen and bathroom additions/renovations are always mentioned as the two areas where homeowners will see the most return on their investment. However, in 2020, perhaps the most strategic addition you can make to your home is a new office — and, even better, a stand-alone “tiny home” office in your backyard.
Creating a Healthy Home
According to a recent US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) report, the average American spends approximately 90 percent of their time indoors. Poor indoor air quality can cause discomfort (such as sore throats and sinus pressure) as well as impact productivity and mood. So what practices can be undertaken to ensure proper air quality throughout your home, and how they can be implemented in an overall design plan?