Most of my clients find themselves drawn to a particular design aesthetic, with fabrics they can’t resist and furniture they covet. I tell all my new clients to send me photos of rooms that inspire t…
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…
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…
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…
Fresh Eyes For Your Home Earns “Best of Houzz” for 2015!
Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Houzz is the leading interactive platform for home remodeling and design. Houzz provides its users with everything that they need to improve their homes from st…
If You’re Not Gonna Wear It, Why Not Frame It?
Ok, so despite the warm temperatures up here in the northern tundra, it definitely isn’t spring yet. But, it is the beginning of what is going to be a wonderful new year. And my new year’s…
And It’s Here! Pantone Picks “Marsala” as the 2015 Color of the Year
Let’s hear it for Marsala, (PANTONE 18-1438), the wine-influenced, red-kissed color of 2015! Pantone’s yearly picks herald a marked presence of a color in fashion, beauty, housewares, hom…
Buying a Dining Room Rug – Some Do’s and Don’ts
This one is always a biggie. Chairs on the rug or off the rug and in fact, do we even need a rug? Some do’s and don’ts for purchasing a rug because buying for the dining room is no easy f…
Graffiti: Urban Art Is Finding Its Way to The Suburbs!
As a Westchester County interior decorator and designer, it’s my job to educate my clients about collecting art and sourcing original and affordable pieces for their homes. And lately, I’…
