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Design That Matters: Why You Shouldn’t Ask for an “Affordable” or “Cheap” Interior Designer or contractor
The word “cheap” often carries a negative connotation, suggesting inferior quality. While “affordable” is slightly better, and we do mean VERY slightly, it still hints at budget constraints that might imply you’re willing to compromise on quality or craftsmanship.
Design That Matters: Fur Downs: The Awkward Ceiling 'Accessory' Ready for Retirement
Fur downs, also known as soffits, are architectural features often found in older homes that fill the space between the top of kitchen cabinets and the ceiling and often appear in bathrooms too. Those relics of a bygone era, clinging to your kitchen and bathroom like their lives depend on it. They're the wallflowers at the party of modern home design, and it's time to gently nudge them toward the exit. Here’s why you absolutely must show them the door, with a cheeky grin along the way!
Design That Matters: Bathroom Trends Dating Your Home, That's So Last Century!
Bathrooms: the highlight of spontaneous home tours and the most indulgent room to procrastinate in. Whether you’re mulling over life's big decisions or simply avoiding going to work, your bathroom should be stylish, not a relic of design trends past. Regardless, it’s a spot in our homes where trends come and go faster than you can say, “Where's the plunger?”
So if your bathroom space screams "time capsule," here’s a rundown of bathroom trends that are dating your home in the “way-back machine” sort of way.
Design That Matters: Why Your Bathroom Needs to Be a Zen Zone
It's no secret that having a good rapport with your interior designer is essential for a successful design project. After all, you're trusting them to create a space that reflects your unique style, needs, and vision.
Design That Matters: Why sub-contractors shouldn't talk with clients
It's no secret that having a good rapport with your interior designer is essential for a successful design project. After all, you're trusting them to create a space that reflects your unique style, needs, and vision.
Design That Matters: how important is your vibe with your interior designer
It's no secret that having a good rapport with your interior designer is essential for a successful design project. After all, you're trusting them to create a space that reflects your unique style, needs, and vision.