Selling your Rental Property?
The goal was to make the house look competitively upscale for sale, without spending a bundle. This is the Before photo. Stay tuned for the dramatic transformation, coming soon!
How to solve the color scare problem
While moving itself isn’t the most fun activity, a new house presents new possibilities, such as a change in color. However, many folks who don’t want all-white or gray walls are scared of making the leap to color. The solution: hire a certified, affordable Color Consultant for a sophisticated, personalized interior without the guesswork.
What Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Color of the Year “Silhouette” Can Do for You
Silhouette is a classy medium neutral that layers well with other colors, both lighter and darker. It conveys an instantly polished look, and complements a variety of organic textures like rugs, throws, even nubby cream wallpaper flecked with gold.
Sherwin-Williams 2026 Color of the Year Delivers a Universal Surprise
Last week’s Colormix 2026 Anthology Trend Report event at Sherwin-Williams gave industry insiders a sneak peek at what to expect in 2026.
Which Yellow for Summer and Beyond?
Out of this year’s colors, which are inspired by nature and spices, Yellow has evolved from “sunny’ and “buttery” into a more sophisticated, marigold-leaning spectrum: bold and warm.
A Word on Design and U.S. Tariffs
If you are planning a design project, here are a few tips to minimize the guesswork, via my trade partner Decorator’s Best market insights…
The small things: how handles and knobs finish your kitchen
Similar to faucets in bathrooms, handles on kitchen cabinets add personality as well as functionality.
How to meld the old with the new:
It’s a decorator’s challenge and job to find options that will help a beloved old item blend in with the new.
Feng Shui Design Spotlight: Part Two
Last week’s spotlight explained how balanced Ch’i flowing through your house results in well-being. This week, we’ll look at the three main principles of Ch’i to give you some context.
A Brief History of Holiday Red and Green
Pop quiz:
Were red and green always Christmas colors?
Did Coca-Cola advertising reinvent red-clad Santa as we know him today?
If you answered “yes” to both, you are correct.