Christmas in July is a real thing, y’all. And so are supply chain disruptions and high construction demand. HOW, you ask, are these two facts connected?? Here’s how: if you’re asking Santa for some home renovations this year, you need to get a big head start. Your Christmas will truly have to start now, in […]
If you live in a non-custom new build or an older tract home, chances are the finishes inside are what’s known as “builder grade”. That is, pretty basic and (sorry) registering pretty low on the style meter. That wall paint, those light fixtures–the builder bought generic stuff in bulk and at discount to complete a […]
Oh, Texas summer. You are such a great idea in theory. Then the temp hits 100 degrees and I am drenched in sweat just walking from my car into the grocery store. What’s a Texan to do? The only surefire way to beat the heat is to embrace it. My two boys walked out of school and […]
Maybe you’d like to throw a bash on the Fourth but the thought of all the prep… Burgers and buns–check! Dogs–check! Chips–check! …AUGHHH, it’s just too exhausting! But hey, take a step back. Release the burgerfest to someone else’s house! Why not invite everyone over for an evening S’MORES BAR around the fire pit! By […]
Any profession or hobby has a set of basic tools fit for that endeavor. You know, like a fisherman’s tacklebox. Using those basics in a variety of ways gets you a variety of results. Would you like to know some of my go-to decorating tools? I find, when helping my clients with home decor, I […]
When we built our new home, I finally had a luxury I’d never had before. No, not the freestanding soaking tub, although that’s pretty terrific. Instead, it’s a– guest bedroom! How easy and fun it is to welcome family and friends overnight now that we don’t have to displace the boys from their rooms to […]
The housing market is brutal right now, and lots of would-be homeowners are stuck in rentals while waiting to find or afford the right home. Even if the rental is a pretty decent house or apartment, it’s tough to know how to make it feel like YOUR home. I can help with that! Allow me […]
Father’s Day is coming! Did you see my post on mancave ideas ? These days I have more and more clients asking for home bars incorporated into their designs. They may have an older home with an outdated built-in bar that needs a 21st century refresh. Or a closet or niche they want turned into […]
On April 23rd 2019, I mentioned on the Courtney Warren Home Facebook Feed that we’d be talking farmhouse style vanities on our blog! So here we are! Do you have a bathroom that just, well, doesn’t feel so put together? High on function, low on style? Maybe you want to put some nice touches in […]
The housing market is crazy! If you’re getting ready to sell your home, renovation decisions should be smart ones that will sell your home quickly and bring the best price. I’m here to help you! Smart Kitchen and Bath Upgrades Last time I gave you some tips for refreshing your home in general: fresh paint, […]