A sisal rug is always a great choice as an inexpensive and classic look for your floor. You don’t need to shell out thousands of dollars for a hand knotted wool rug or even more for a custom designed rug. A sisal rug has the wonderful...
We’ve all heard the old saying: “Every room needs a touch of black”. Even as a teenager I remember a designer that my mother was working with making this statement. And through the years it continues to be a staple among designer’s essential principles. Now,...
When arranging furniture, make sure that a table surface is within an arm’s reach of each seat. This provides your guest – or you – a convenient place to sit a drink, place the remote or phone. Chairs and tables were meant to go together –...
As we enter March, my thoughts turn to green; not only because of upcoming Saint Patrick’s Day, but also that spring is just right around the corner. As a green-a-holic, one of my all-time favorite green things ever is malachite. This semi-precious stone has been used...
Every shower should have a handheld shower head with a slider bar. A handheld shower head on a slider bar makes a shower so much easier to clean and rinse. Plus is it so easy to water plants and wash the dog. For couples of...
This versatile piece has been a staple of mine for many years. It has a wonderful ability to go everywhere and do anything. Available in 2 heights, it can act as extra seating in a family or living room, placing them in front of a fireplace, tucked...
Use upholstered host chairs in your dining room. Not only does this make your room more interesting by adding another and different fabric to your scheme, but it is a great way to add a punch of color and pattern that is impossible to do...
Mount your TV for comfortable viewing when seated, not standing. So many people mount TV’s above mantels that are too high for comfortable viewing when seated. What is the correct height? It’s easy! Sit comfortably in your chair. Now stare at a spot on the...
If your kitchen island is too large, it becomes an obstacle rather than a benefit. The island should allow you extra prep space and easy landing counter space from a cooktop, oven or refrigerator. But if you have to walk around your island to get...