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A MOD-iterranean Makeover
Can you say faux painting everywhere ten times fast? This home had it on every surface. Faux painting artists were very well employed in South Florida in the 1990s. I remove a lot of it from my clients’ walls, light switches, ceilings, floors, base board, crown molding, tile, etc etc. It’s like a bad disease…
Read MoreMake 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…
Read MoreCreate Instant Curb Love
Trees, plants and lighting – OH MY! Yes, it’s uber important that your home is well maintained. Green and lush are the name of the game in South Florida. We have no excuse! We must keep up with well manicured landscaping. Our climate inspires growth. It is our obligation as homeowners in a warm environment…
Read MoreAccessorize 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,…
Read MoreValentine Gift Guide: For the Crimson Lover
Yes, it’s true. Some people LOVE the color of love: crimson. Red is a rich, authentic celebration of Valentine’s Day. I do love it’s depth and sophistication. A little touch of crimson in your home – especially if you’re a lover of the color – is all you need. Too much red, for me, makes…
Read MoreCreating Equestrian Chic
With Wellington close by, I have had some pretty cool clients and I’ve designed some fun equestrian style homes. Ralph Lauren has certainly conquered this sensibility and continues to keep it popular. Shows like HGTV’s Fixer Upper also capture this lifestyle and look. Below is a kitchen I designed with some classic farm style features like parquet floors,…
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