In the sports world, being benched is a bad thing, I know. (Believe me, if I had ever done sports in high school, that’s where I would have languished!) But for me, after a day of sprinting around Nell Hill’s, up and down the stairs a jillion times, the thought of melting into a soft chair with my … [Read more...]
2 Steps to a Family Friendly, Beautiful Home
Parents of young children often ask me if it’s possible to have a beautifully decorated home and to have children at the same time. The answer is a resounding YES! Here are the 2 steps I follow when designing spaces that are both kid-friendly and lovely to look at: 1. Make the areas within reach … [Read more...]
Singing the Praises of Ottomans
My home has long been a part of the Ottoman Empire. I was conquered years ago when I starting dreaming of all the ways I could use these small but mighty pieces of furniture in my home to add style and function. Here are the top 3 ways you can use an ottoman to enhance your interior spaces: … [Read more...]
Ottoman Empire: 5 Great Spots for an Ottoman
Here’s how I wake up every morning: I pour myself a big cup of coffee then settle into my favorite chair with my feet propped up on an ottoman. As the caffeine works its magic, I go over the day’s activities until I’m fully awake and ready to get at it. I think of that ottoman as my daily launching … [Read more...]
High Style with Little Kids
If you have kids in your home, from toddlers to teenagers, I have fabulous news for you: You don’t have to wait until they leave home to infuse your home with high style. There are lots of kid-friendly ways to make your home beautiful, despite the wear and tear that a family can bring. I may not … [Read more...]