Who would have thunk it? What was to take about 10 weeks now has no end date in sight? My husband and I gratefully sold our home in December – finally free of repairs, stairs, shoveling and mowi…
The Open Floor Plan: Is It Here To Stay?
Despite the fact that we are in the middle of a pandemic, where social distancing has become a real game changer, an open floor plan seems to be a lifestyle choice with a very strong fan base. Is it …
Paint Finishes: Pairing Matte and Glossy Finishes Add Drama and Texture
Mixing up your paint finishes is a great way to add drama and texture to your room All you need is the confidence to experiment a little by using matte and glossy finishes in unexpected places! I lo…
The Best Paint for Updating Any Cabinets
If you’re considering updating your kitchen or bathroom cabinets, you need to know about alkyd paint. Painting cabinets is a really big job, but it is the single most transformative thing you ca…
Bathroom Remodel? Time to Meet A Smart Toilet!
Thinking about renovating your bathroom? An intelligent toilet may be your best investment. Every once in a while, something comes along that makes you wonder how you ever lived without it. And if y…
My New Favorite Paint: The Donald Kaufman Collection
When faced with 150 shades of white at the paint store, finding the perfect one seems impossible. Donald Kaufman, color guru to top designers and architects, has been helping clients navigate this sea…
The Punch List Makes Me Want to Scream!
Anyone who has ever worked on a construction or remodeling project knows that the items on the punch list always take up the most time. And boy, can this be frustrating! I don’t know what happen…
Interior Design – A Game of Chess
Chess is an ancient game of strategy and power. Based on geometrical and mathematical purities, it is one of the most elegant games ever conceived. And yet, it is a battle, and as with any conflict, t…
I Already Have An Architect – Do I Need An Interior Designer?
As a Westchester County interior decorator and designer, I sometimes meet with new clients looking to remodel either parts of or an entire home. They often tell me that they already have an architect…
