Decor Tips

Maximizing Home Value: The Power of Luxury Interior Design

In the world of real estate, the value of a home extends far beyond its square footage and location. A thoughtfully designed interior can elevate the perceived worth of a property, not only enhancing the living experience but also proving to be a lucrative investment in the long run. In this blog post, we’ll explore…

3 Interesting Facts About Interior Design

Did you know that the first interior decorator in the country was born in 1865? Elsie de Wolfe is widely regarded as the first professional interior designer and a pioneer in the field. Her innovative ideas and contributions played a pivotal role in shaping the modern profession of interior design. Elsie de Wolfe’s design philosophy…

Top 3 Things To Consider When Building A Custom Home

Building a custom home is a dream for many, a chance to bring your unique vision to life and create a space that truly reflects your personality and lifestyle. As a luxury interior design firm, we understand the importance of this process and have had the privilege of working with numerous clients to turn their…

Creating The Perfect Dining Room For Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us are eagerly anticipating the joy of gathering with loved ones around a beautifully set table to share a delicious meal. At KRISTA + HOME, we understand the significance of creating a dining space that not only reflects your style but also sets the stage for unforgettable moments. Here are…

Conceal with Style: Tips for Hiding Electrical Cords in Your Home Decor

When it comes to decorating your home, attention to detail is key. From choosing the right color palette to selecting the perfect furniture, every element contributes to creating a cohesive and inviting space. However, one often overlooked aspect of home decor is electrical cords. Unsightly cords can quickly disrupt the aesthetic of a well-designed room.…

Secret Staging Tips To Sell Your Luxury Home

So most of us know all of the real estate “tricks” for staging a home, right? Eliminate the clutter, take out cumbersome furniture, remove personal photos…these are all great ideas. But, as an interior designer, I believe that you can go further with your staging by doing a few small things that will have a…

My Favorite Natural Stone: Marble

Marble is always my first choice for materials due to its stunning beauty, durability and wide array of textures, colors and patterns. Once your marble is installed, it will stay beautiful for years to come. To me, it is the ultimate choice for a luxurious home and I love using it in my designs whenever…

How To Style A Coffee Table

Styling is such an important part of home design, and it is one of my favorite parts of the process. The right objects on your coffee table can truly set the entire vibe of the space, details are everything! Have fun and try different things. I like to refresh my coffee tables each season to…

A Quick and Easy Home Office Makeover

Home offices are so important these days! People want to create beautiful spaces to work from home. We took this home office from dark and dated to light, bright and fabulous! How, you ask? The main way we did it was with….drumroll, please…paint! Lots of it. We painted the built-in bookshelves, desks, ceiling beams and…

How To Transform Your Kitchen Without Renovating

When I met this fun Boynton Beach family of restauranteurs they told me that they loved the layout of their home and they really loved the “bones” of the house, but that it needed a lot of updating. Full scale renovations, especially for the kitchen and bathrooms, however, can be quite costly. They asked me…

Why I Love Round Dining Tables

Back in the days of King Arthur a round table meant that everyone seated had equality. There was no “head” of the table and no one person had more importance than another. I love this concept for the modern family! A round table truly is the best option for personal interaction. It fosters great conversation…

How To Stay Happy And Productive While Working From Home

Working from home is suddenly the norm! I know it can be jarring if you are used to going into an office. But there are parts of it that are lovely, and while I typically go into my office I have been known to get some of my best work done at home. I thought…

Backsplash Vibes

One of the most important elements of your kitchen or bathroom design is your backsplash! On a budget? Simply swapping out your backsplash can make all the difference in the look and feel of your space. The backsplash can be a major focal part of your kitchen or bathroom design. You can really make a…

How To Style Your Dining Room

While the kitchen is definitely the heart and soul of our home, I have a soft spot for the dining room. I love using the room for family dinners, adult dinner parties, game nights, holidays and really any chance to celebrate a special moment! Your dining room should be an inviting space to gather and…

What It’s Like To Work With An Interior Designer

I thought it would be fun to share a little of our process of working with clients. Many people do not really understand everything that happens when you work with an interior design firm. Here are some common questions and solutions so you can see what happens behind the scenes at Krista + Home. Why…