I have always loved old gesso art pieces.  They are inherently fragile, flaking, and chipping with use.  Think about that patina and try to duplicate it on the furniture you plan to paint.  If you have some hand-me-down wooden furniture, paint it or whitewash it.  I...

When a client still has their furnishings of 20 years, they want to shift into neutral.  These days, we suggest neutral surroundings with surprise pop of color in the pillows and accents.  You can start by painting walls, adding window treatments, and then replacing...

When we started with a Buena Vista House last fall, we knew that it should be traditional to fit right into the historic neighborhood.  The house came together beautifully with light colors, white cabinets, a well planned kitchen, great tile, and an awesome laundry...

A continuation of our blog posted on June 16, this living room turned home office is now complete.  When we started this project, we combined colors and made it transitional.  With the open plan, our proposal for the office needed to flow into the adjacent dining...

Great color and great design is trend-proof.  Harmonize effortlessly with hardwood flooring, fabrics, and other textures in the room.  Combining color and pattern is a stylish way to transform any space. Recently, speaking with many vendors in Atlanta, they say blue...

Recently in the design world, I have noticed one trend that just keeps gaining popularity.  Rather than using freshly cut wood, many manufacturers now build furnishings using reclaimed wood.  In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, this practice also plays a role...

Finishing up a project is always rewarding and inspiring.  Window treatments are an important finishing touch to any room.  Not all rooms need them, but generally dining, family, and office are good places to have the windows accented.  Window treatments can frame a...

My annual trip to the Atlanta Gift Market allows me freedom to explore the newest trends.  Antiques, seminars, high design, home style, fine linens and bedding, lighting, rugs, jewelry and clothing are some of the showrooms I visited.  Yes, the last two items also...

When we suggest art to a client, we normally take a professional with us to hang the art when we deliver.  Most clients are confused where to hang art.  We take the guessing out of the process for you.  If you purchase the artwork at our store or elsewhere, you may...