The kitchen was once a secluded, utilitarian space. Today, it’s the hub of an open floorplan. No longer tucked away for Mom to work alone, the kitchen now blends into living spaces and invites interaction and socialization. This shift in design marked one of the BIGGEST changes in the home in ... Continue Reading
Interior Design Styles: Look and Learn What You Love
One of the most popular search queries right now is “interior design styles.” Why? Because that’s what first occurs to many people wanting to update their environments, even though what they like might not fit into any style with a name. Still...it’s where people start. Plug in “interior ... Continue Reading
These are the “do” and “do nots” of maximalism
If you were a homeowner already in the early 2000s, or if you EVER picked up an interior design magazine before 2010, you saw it...the scene was DOMINATED by minimalism. That meant: This was when “greige” was the epitome of chic!! Fast forward to today, and everything is different. Look at ... Continue Reading
Which of Today’s Interior Design Trends Aren’t New at All
Recent design trends have merged the past with the present. Traditional-style furniture made with Lucite legs, maximalist patterns, and tassels on footstools are all “in” like we’ve never seen them before...but anyone born before 1980 saw plenty!! Have you ever admired the aesthetic of something ... Continue Reading
Illuminating insights: trends from the 2024 Lightovation in Dallas
When Lightovation Dallas 2024 wrapped last week, I was super satisfied. This year's event was a FEAST for the senses. And with the totally-immersive metaverse experience, this year's exhibit REALLY took the event to a new level... If you're not familiar with Lightovation, it's an ... Continue Reading
Colorful and Clever: Two terms predicting 2024 interior design trends
It’s 2024, and manufacturers are getting ready to launch their spring collections. Do you know what to expect from 2024 interior design? Some of the trends that started the last few years will continue...and then, new trends will come in. The question is: which trends should you care ... Continue Reading
Design Trends: Is Black and White “In?”
I’ve talked before about timeless trends. …This isn’t one of them! And yet, at the same time…this IS a trend that comes back again and again. Black and white: the two contrasting shades. They come back to design in between major trends in color. Maybe black and white isn’t a “timeless” trend ... Continue Reading
