If this room had a soundtrack I’m pretty sure it would be French, there would be a xylophone solo, and after hearing it you’d have a sudden urge to wear ballet flats and eat macarons.
A bit much?
Today’s post is proof that lots of square footage is not required for a gorgeous space. This room tour is such a special one because I got to lend a hand in the early stages as my dear friend Hannah pulled together all the pieces in this darling nursery for her baby girl Mazie.
By the way, this room is less than 100 square feet! [Read more…]
Do you ever wish you could just start over from scratch with the things in your home? Do you have a room that stresses you out just thinking about it? I’ve definitely felt that way. (Even as a designer!) I want to share something that’s completely transformed how I approach my own home and those of my clients. It may seem counterintuitive, but I really think it’s the most important thing you can do for your home.
Curating a gallery wall is kind of like putting together a band. So many things have to be considered, and the strength of the individual is only important if it works within the context of the group. Even with an overall idea, the right grouping can take time. I do this for a living, and every time I approach a new project it still takes lots of “back to the drawing board” moments before something really good happens on a wall.
Remember back in the glory days of perms? A perm done right meant you were the coolest kid in the 6th grade. Done wrong and it was a pitiful sight that brought shame and tears. Gallery walls are pretty much exactly the same.
One of the fastest ways to amp up curb appeal is by painting your front door a fun and bright color.
There’s a very fine line between throw pillow collector and throw pillow hoarder, and I’ve danced that line my entire life. And I do mean entire life.
