The changing of the seasons offers the perfect opportunity to redecorate your home. As winter sets in, our thoughts turn to getting warm and cozy. Check out these quick decorating tips that will help you turn your home into a welcoming winter den. Welcoming From the...
Are you ready for the holiday season? Sadly, I am not. Not even close. My mind is somewhere in early October. But it is officially upon us and I've got to face it. Have you planned your decor or table settings for the Thanksgiving holiday?...
That quote is by the poet William Cullen Bryant and fully sums up this post. Fall is officially upon us with this recent cold spell through Colorado, and much of the US. The leaves are changing and will fall soon, the days are shorter and...
I'm back with more of my travel junkie adventures and the inspiration it fuels for Interior Design projects when I'm back home in Colorado. In April I had the opportunity to visit Budapest for my second time and to see Amsterdam for the first time....
One of the best parts of interior design and decoration today is the wealth of furniture available from centuries of human design aesthetics. This means that every homeowner can choose from both new and old styles to craft a look that speaks to his or...
Drapery puddles - do you love them or would you leave them? via Jon Howard I know that many of you aren't quite sure what "drapery puddle "means. To me that has always meant any drapery that is longer than just touching the floor. So anything that...
You've probably gathered by now that I am a travel junkie. I love to visit new places and experience new cultures. It's an addiction. I also feel that these experiences help to influence my eye and broaden my scope and opinions as an Interior Designer....
While there is no end to the design inspiration you can find online, there is nothing quite like the joy you’ll find when having some of most beautiful interior design coffee table books close at hand. These large format books are not only full of...
I have recently returned from a European trip visiting Budapest and Amsterdam. It's Tulip season in Holland, so we did the proper touristy thing and took a day trip to Keukenhof Gardens. Keukenhof is known as the "Garden of Europe" and boasts a full 7,000,000...
I am currently working on a very fun and interesting project that involves both Architectural Salvage and Commissioning Custom Furniture. Before embarking on both aspects of this project, I came across two wonderful articles from Colorado Homes and Lifestyles Magazine. Here are 10 Things You...
Hi! I’m Joanna, a writer with Arcadian Lighting, a go-to source for all things lighting, including awesome light fixtures. I love my job, but to be honest it doesn’t seem like work at all. I spend my days searching the web for lovely interiors and...
Black - the darkest of dark colors. In many cases it's a staple - a stable and safe bet. In other applications it's bold and daring. Would you paint your walls black? Would you dare cover the largest surface in any room in black? Black...