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An interior design blog dedicated to home inspiration, family luxury, and leadership.
Designer on Demand: Your Role in The Process
August 2, 2024
Managing your own design project can feel like navigating an epic road trip with kids — it starts with excitement, but soon enough, the inevitable overwhelm and constant “are we there yet?̶…
Oakland Hills Home Renovation Part II: Classic and Inviting Spaces for Living and Entertaining
July 19, 2024
Are you keeping up with my Oakland Hills home renovation? If not, you’re missing out. We recently unveiled our revamped kitchen and dining room, and today, the tour continues with a look at our newly…
Oakland Hills Home Renovation Part I: An Inside Look at a Designer’s Inviting Kitchen & Dining Room
July 5, 2024
Remember my personal home renovation journey in Oakland Hills? Well, today, you’re in for a treat. After nearly a year, I’m excited to share the final reveal with you. I don’t like to toot my o…
4 Things to Consider When Planning Your Living Room Layout
June 21, 2024
Ahh, the living room. Where you savor your morning coffee, unwind after a long day, cozy up for movie nights, and everything else in between (think: kid’s play area, work-from-home space, entertainme…
What is Luxury Interior Design?
June 7, 2024
When it comes to luxury interior design, your thoughts might drift towards five-star hotels and expansive spaces dripping with opulence. But let’s be real: luxury is subjective, and the term is…
Full-Service Interior Design vs. Designer on Demand: What’s the Difference?
May 17, 2024
Ever dream of having an interior designer on speed dial? Maybe you have a specific question or a smaller project in mind, or you’re hesitant to hand over complete creative control. That’s exactly why…
5 Genius Tips for Maximizing Your Small San Francisco Home
May 3, 2024
In vibrant urban environments like San Francisco, designing small spaces is practically an art form. Every square inch matters. Thankfully, I thrive on a good design challenge. Awkward spaces, limite…
An Interior Designer’s Secrets to Enjoy Every Room in Your Home
April 19, 2024
Let’s address the elephant in the room, shall we? Yup, I’m talking about those pristine teacups gathering dust, the fancy linen napkins hiding in a drawer, and those embroidered hand towels reserved…
Translating Your Pinterest Vision into Reality (The Designer Way)
April 5, 2024
Staring longingly at your Pinterest boards and dreaming of a home that reflects your favorite images? You’re not alone. But before you grab a million paint swatches and attempt it on your own, it’s i…
An Interior Designer’s Insights: Avoid These 7 Mistakes When Buying Your Next Home
March 15, 2024
When I purchased my first Victorian in San Francisco, I fell in love with the charm. What I failed to consider? It would be too small once we decided to have a child. Most people would agree that buy…