Color smart
As a professional lifestyle expert and designer, I’m often asked by my clients when to go lighter with room color and when to go darker. This smart Tip is all about…
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1,2,3: Drab to Fab Orchids
Oncidium, Dendrobium, Epidendrum and Cattleya: gibberish? Nope, these are varieties of orchids! The great news? They are at the best prices over the winter, so visit Home Depot, Trader Joe’s,…
Vacation Time! Why you should you wear white.
It’s time to take a vacation! Have you ever wondered why white is such a popular clothing choice when you go somewhere warm? White reflects the sunlight more than any…
Hanging Wall Art
To visit my home, Rosebrook Gardens is to experience the elaborate gardens and the ever-growing beauty of the maturing landscape designs. These colors are infused into my home itself in many…
PAWsible Step
I have not met a pet owner who does not adore their four-legged best friend. I’m no exception and as a proud owner of a Miniature Schnauzer named Violet, I make…
How To Decorate A Rental Home
A growing trend amongst frequent travelers is to pack a few staple items that help to personalize any hotel room. These might include their favorite soaps and slippers, a few…
A Hall Closet Charging Station
A well-appointed entrance hall closet should offer many storage solutions for today’s modern families. Coats, umbrellas, hats, scarves and of course the occasional shoes and boots all should have a convenient…
Room Design Strategy
The best strategies are often the simplest. My design formula is very much the same: only 4 elements, needing no special tools or skills, just the desire to create something…
Pitcher Perfect
“Pitcher” this: pitchers that offer multifunctional uses in your home. This week’s smart tip is all about creative and functional possibilities beyond the obvious. In my kitchen, I have a…