Basic Boomer Beige Hearth Room “After”

It almost seems like we should say, “Drum roll please!” with our completed “after” of the Basic Boomer Beige Hearth Room Makeover.    I have to admit that no matter how many design projects that I am involved with from start to finish, the...

A Basic Beige Boomer’s “Before”

Yes, we all love those high drama, magazine quality rooms that we see on HGTV, Houzz, Pinterest and the beautiful shelter magazines. But in really keeping it real for millions upon millions of homeowners, apartment dwellers, and the like, this image is the reality for...

5 Elements of an Artful Kitchen

Continuing “my next life – kitchen” series, I’m thrilled to feature a special guest post from the uber talented kitchen and bath cabinetry designer, Gloria Graham-Sollecito. After reading this post, I hope you’re as inspired as I am to...

Three Reasons Why Lamps Are Our Friends

Why are lamps our lighting friends in design? Here are my three reasons, featuring examples from The Natural Light: 1). Lamps are an easy way to incorporate additional lighting to a room. As we age, we need much more lighting in our spaces. Often, however, adding...