Eight Strategies for the Use of Color in Interior Design
Jul2
I recently participated in a tweet chat (a prearranged virtual conversation on Twitter) on a subject that I particularly enjoy. The topic on the #designTV tweet chat was Using Color in Interior Design. The chat was based on a blog post by designer Lisa Ferguson of Decor Mentor, Eight Ways Interior Designers Use Color, and Lisa…Read More
Luxury Bath Design – Featuring a Free Standing Tub
Jun22
I am definitely a bath person. There’s nothing better than getting into a hot tub every evening after a long, tiring day. It’s really a great way to relax the mind and, in the meantime, cleanse the body! There was a time when a bathtub was little more than a purely functional element of a…Read More
Creating a Room with a Theme without Creating a Theme Park
Jun17
When it comes to interior design, I’m mostly about clean lines, and I generally like to emphasize texture over pattern. I tread carefully when it comes to creating a overarching theme because the result can be a bit tacky or “Disney” like. But there are acceptable exceptions (in my opinion). Themed decors can certainly work…Read More
Discarded Wrought Iron and Wood are Reborn as [Beyt]
Jun12
I recently wrote about some furniture pieces that were inspired by architecture. This time, I want to show you a wonderful line of lamps, tables, candle holders and other accessories that ARE architecture – well, they are actually created from bits of architecture. The [Beyt] Collection from 2B Design are made from discarded old wrought iron balustrades,…Read More
Furniture Inspired by Architecture
Jun9
In the world of design and architecture, inspiration comes from everywhere – for example, from nature, from our travels and from our general life experiences. Often, we enjoy design and architecture although we may not know exactly what inspired the creation. But, I recently came across some wonderful furniture pieces that were directly influenced and…Read More
Dinnerware for the Outdoors
May24
With the warmer months finally upon us here in Boston, it’s time to start thinking about outdoor dining – whether it’s a dinner party on the back deck or just a simple meal al fresco with a friend or partner. It’s lovely to have a fancy table for your outdoor dining. But once you’ve put…Read More
