Decor Tips

Stairway To Heaven

The stairway is a high-traffic area of your home, and it is a great place to make a big statement. It is often neglected in home decor, and it really shouldn’t be! Krista + Home designs for both new construction and home renovations, and I always encourage my clients to really think about the style…

How To Choose Stools For Your Kitchen

Counter stools are a staple in most kitchens these days. Stools are a practical solution to create extra seating in your kitchen, and are great for casual dining at a kitchen counter or island. There are many options for choosing the right stools for your space. Height First, measure the height of your counters. Chair…

How To Make A Beautiful Bed

I love designing bedrooms. And I always get asked about how to make beds. So I decided to make a video about it! Layering is key. Don’t use too many pillows. Less is more! Enjoy the video and some photos of my favorite bedroom designs.

White Kitchens 101

Many people say the kitchen is the heart of a home. Its a place where families gather, where plans and dreams are made and guests are entertained! White kitchens are all the rage… and shaker cabinets are everyone’s first choice. Choosing your cabinets and backsplash is a very important step in kitchen design. This kitchen…

How To Style A Shelf

One of the things that I get asked about a lot is how to style a shelf in your home. Check out my video for some tips and tricks!

The Perfect Nest for Guests

A guest room should scream softly “I am here for you, just relax, let me capture you in my warmth”. I know it, you know it – we all want to impress and provide a cozy nest for our guests. Even the guests that should stay for only a short period of time:) But my…

Stylish Nursery: Create the Look

So… you’ve got a bun in the oven. It couldn’t be a more precious time for all family members: siblings, mommy, daddy, grandma, aunties, friends… overall, everyone is excited and anxious. It’s a good time to put your creative energy into a beautiful space to welcome the bundle of joy. A stylish nursery is just…

How to Create a Home Bar or Lounge

These days with artisanal beers, wines, scotch and kombucha – the home bar or lounge has become a popular design trend. I am always looking for fun nooks or unused spaces to create a room or built-in that has lounge-y appeal. So the question is: how do you create a home bar or lounge? There…

Find Your Vibe: Classic Contemporary

So… I have something against the word “transitional”. It feels non-committal to me. Being in transition doesn’t sit well because it often comes with some uncomfortable moments. I like finding a vibe of classic yet contemporary. These are definable words. When I say classic, you say rooted in tradition. When I say contemporary, you say…

Create the Vibe: Mid Century Rustic

The world today loves a mid century vibe. Add a little rustic to the mix and you’ve got an on-trend styled space. Most importantly is the color palette and the profiles of all furnishings. Not to mention walnut: yes I said it, walnut in abundance. This space was reinvented – a clean slate that is…

How to Style Your Home: The Details

The devil is in the details. I painstakingly get ready for my photo shoots, and it’s often after at least a year on a project. Get a glimpse into my detail work as I walk you through this condo I recently finished in South Florida. Warm wood cabinetry designed in my brain, put to paper…

How to Transform a Space with Art

Art can set a tone within just a few seconds. Make it count! Art should be impactful, interesting and in the very least – spark conversation. Black and white or any contrasting color scheme makes art stand out. Below this art sets a modern tone. And it plays perfectly off of the balanced mid century…

Make Your Shelves Magazine Worthy

It’s no secret, I’m a fan of shelves. I am feeling a little shell-fish right now (or, always!) The most important tip for accessorizing your shelves, to make them magazine worthy they have to be well thought out. And the most important rule for magazine worthy shelves: LESS is more! Below in this lounge I…

Accessorize Your Entry

What are the most important elements to a beautiful yet functional entryway? That’s a question I get asked a lot. Well, the answer is two fold. Storage and bling. A simple answer, true, so let me explain. Storage can be way of traditional cabinetry, console table, etc etc. Or! The fun storage solution is baskets,…

Nightstands 101

Nightstands are a very important element in any bedroom. They are functional, but should also be stylish. Size and height are crucial. I always say the bigger the better. Get the largest ones you can fit in your space. This is especially important for a room with a king-sized bed. You want the tables to…