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 […]

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 They may have an older home with an outdated built-in bar that needs a 21st century refresh.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 […]

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, […]

  Today’s volatile home market is creating anxiety not only for buyers (“Is this a good time to buy?”) but for potential sellers (“Is my home going to bring what I need to relocate?) I’m here for you sellers with some renovation ideas that will help you showcase your home’s best features and benefit from […]

It’s the wedding season! Hello out there, all you lovebirds! Soon all the newlyweds will be facing their first marital challenge: how to combine their belongings harmoniously into one pleasant living space. (Oh, what to do with his bobblehead collection! Her shoe fixation! Four coffee machines!)   Marriage, of course, requires these little–and not so little–accommodations. […]

Whether you’re single or married, celebrating Valentine’s or Galentine’s (it’s a thang!),  everyone can use a little more love in our lives! Why not incorporate some more love in the place you spend the most time- your home.  Here are some easy ways to find a little love in your heart for the place you […]

Does it look like Christmas exploded? It did…and in every Christmas laden room is our STORY. This is not just festive decor, friends. I incorporate my family’s story by honoring someone important with purposeful decor. Stay with me here… For instance, when my dad passed away, I mentioned to my mom that I wanted to […]

The Grinch I’m not.  I LOVE decorating for any holiday, but Christmas…well, it’s a special delight to haul out the boxes of Christmas decorations. Last time I showed you living room, kitchen, entry, and dining. Let’s keep going… Master before After: do you like to decorate EVERY ROOM for the holidays? I DO! But how easy […]