Okay folks, if you’ve been following me on Twitter or Facebook, you might have noticed that I officially announced a new (yeah, I managed to take on yet another project) building series with NextGen Home TV called, “First to the Future.” So this one will probably take more than 7 days, but we are seriously breaking …
I’d like you to meet my friend Kim Lewis…Kim worked with me on Extreme Makeover and has traveled quite a bit. Here she shares with us her design inspiration taken from her trips to Ghana. If you’d like to learn more about Kim, check out her website. – Ty Travel makes one modest, you see …
When it comes to choosing a color scheme in your home, it’s important to learn how to mix colors and fabrics, as well as how to repeat color throughout your rooms. The principles of decorating and using coordinating fabrics and dressmaker details are extremely helpful when deciding which colors will work in your home. So …
This next design question is a great start to a creative new year. If you need some help maximizing empty space in your kitchen or dining area, keep reading. I am hoping someone can give me a creative idea. I have double ovens. They have died. With 2 kids in college I really can’t afford …
Every new year brings new trends. So I guess it’s time to break out my magic 8 ball and share some expertise in design and home interiors. Now I can’t forecast the future exactly, but keep reading for 7 of my predictions to watch in 2014… 1. Kitchen makeovers are a hot topic and many designers …
I’ve always been a fan of products that are sustainable, eco-friendly and support local companies or organizations. Now more than ever, it’s important to be conscious of our impact on the environment and our economy. Instead of outsourcing jobs and resources, why not create and buy stuff right here… on our home soil? So to …
Adding seasonal accents to your home can be as simple as a tossing a throw pillow or as transformative as a new piece of winter-inspired furniture. I love incorporating seasonal textiles into my home to give it that extra bit of festive glow, and for me, it’s all about the plaid (aka tartan). There’s just …
Think outside the box when envisioning your holiday decorating… Garland doesn’t have to be the traditional swag. Reimagine your trimmings in a modern way. Collect eucalyptus branches or other greenery fresh from your yard. The silvery green you gather with a grouping of gold ornaments, candles and pomegranates makes for an unexpected holiday centerpiece. Switch …
You definitely want to keep the cold out of the house during the winter months, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring the outdoors in for a natural holiday touch. Here are 7 ways to do it… 1. Pinecones are perfect for the winter season. Since they’re small and lightweight, they work great for hanging …
