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Upgrade Your Home Office This Fall

Shape your home office into a space with personality. Do you have a home office that’s an afterthought, that provides function but with little thought to aesthetics? If so, consider upgrading your home office into a personalized workspace that’s embellished with…

First Day of School Gift Ideas

The best way to start the school year on the right foot is by showing your child’s teacher how much you appreciate them. These adorable gifts will get the teacher’s attention for all the right reasons, and show your appreciation for their hard work as an educator….

Dispelling the Myth of Mopping Your Hardwood Floors

  A common misconception is that it is okay to use a wet mop on hardwood flooring.  Customer’s think that since it is a pre-finished floor or a sand-and-finished wood flooring that it is watertight, and this is not true! Everyday, we tell people that you DO NOT…

Decorating Your Home or Space With Light Blue

Typically light blue, also called powder blue or sky blue, is associated with classic home design and is popular here along the coast. However, this calm tone can enhance decorating styles from vintage to modern, beachy to lodge, and rustic to elegant. Light blue can…

Understanding Carpet Fibers Available Today

Any fiber can be tufted in a good, durable manner or not, therefore construction is still the largest determining factor on how well any carpet performs.  Nylon, Polyester (abbreviated as PET), Triexta, and polypropylene (or olefin) are all synthetic polymers derived…

Let a Substantial Piece of Art be the Starting Point in Your Space Design

Start a room design with just one piece of extraordinary art. The art will transform your room and help you determine the rest of your décor, setting the color scheme and tying all your interior elements together. First, take time to figure out what kind of art you…

Gray is a Sensuous Alternative to White and Beige in Design

The most common neutrals used in home design are shades of white, beige, ivory, and cream. Gray is a surprising and elegant alternative choice that’s flexible and sensuous and never drab or mousy, despite its stereotype. Most often, gray is a peaceful, easy color that…

Light Up Your Home With Mood-Inspiring Candles

Warm up the mood in your living environment by adding candles to your décor. They’re perfect for the cold winter months and continue to add beauty all year long. Candles add soft light to a room and create a sense of serenity. Best of all, they add atmosphere and…

Create a Beach House Look in Your Home or Room

Do you watch beach house shows on HGTV for design inspiration or marvel at your friends or family who have decorated in beautiful beach designs?  Do you want to bring some of the Pacific into your home or bedroom?  Either way, you can create a relaxing, fun interior…