Cover Up: Part 2

Master Bedroom

Today’s look in window treatments ranges from a simple length of fabric arranged over a rod to elaborate draperies reminiscent of those in historic mansions. Whatever the style, the basic approach to design is the same. And as a professional designer, I’ve learned the tricks for creating treatments that are appropriate, beautiful, well constructed, and [...]

Cover up!

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Windows treatments are an important part of why your home looks the way it does. Your windows treatments should compliment your home (or office) and add style to your windows. Picking out the right window treatments can be quite confusing & stressful if you don’t know what would look best on your window.

Facts about finishes

color wheel

You’ve found a color, but what about a finish? Flat paint hides flaws, but higher sheen is easier to clean. To select the right sheen, consider the look you want, the condition of the existing surface and the desired durability. Here is a little guide:

Readers Tell All: What would you pick?

kitchens and baths granite

This week we’re wondering about your dream kitchens. Well, mainly the countertops. Do you yearn for Granite or Zodiaq? Or is it Corian that tickles your fancy?  Selecting the right countertop for your space is one of the most important decisions you will have to make in the kitchen. The countertop sets the tone for [...]

Vertical Uprising

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The hottest trends in backsplash designs… Once considered just the back wall to countertops, backsplashes have become the focal point in most kitchens. There’s quite an uprising taking place in today’s kitchens. Backsplashes, which used to sit silently against walls, are beginning to resonate with design elements and flashy materials that command attention. New materials [...]