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Oakland, CA 94611
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Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
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The countdown to the holidays are in full swing, and now is the perfect time to plan a fresh, new look for your mantle! 🤩

Sick of over-worked, over-bedazzled mantles that look dated and sad? Change your design this season with something simple and bright ✨

When it comes to decorating, less is more and quality reigns above quantity. A simple design with fresh greenery and touches of antique brass is one of our favorite mantle looks 🌱

For greenery opt for cedar (it sheds less)or silver dollar eucalyptus, it has a beautiful silvery green color that doesn’t disappoint and it typically lasts longer than pine 🌲

You can also try swapping out your usual mantle art or mirror for something a teensy more festive. Like some minimalist prints of a wintery scene. Keep the frames simple and don’t forget the odds rule, items look better when displayed in odd numbers.

Maybe you’ve got your holiday decorating under control but want some help figuring out your style in the rest of the house? Take our Style Quiz (link in our bio) and put a name to your look!
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Do you ever feel the need to escape your home for an hour or two? 😵‍💫

Maybe avoid the kids, get some work done, or escape your partner’s “music”? 🥴

It sounds like you need a 𝑺𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒅

The She Shed takes having an at-home escape room to a new level… mostly because it’s not in your home at all 🏡

It’s a tiny backyard paradise designed for YOU, an adult playhouse you can use to dream, play or just enjoy your hard-earned silence.

Unfortunately, not all backyards are prepared to accommodate a She Shed 😩

So before you get your hopes and dreams up, let’s make sure it’s all possible.

Step 1️⃣: Decide on the size of your She Shed and whether you will have any plumbing or electrical added.

Sounds luxurious, right? 😌

If you may be using your She Shed during any non-daylight hours, electricity could be a good idea 💡

No matter the purpose, She Sheds should definitely have windows or skylights ☀️

Step 2️⃣: Figure out which permits you need.

I know permits are not sexy, but they are necessary to build your dream escape ✨

It sounds like a lot of work, and it is, but there are pre-fabricated sheds available.

Some companies will install them for you and handle the permitting process (yes, please! 🙌)

“𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙛 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚?” 😕

If it turns out that you don’t have the backyard space, get creative with your indoor spaces.

Some options are the attic, basement, pool house, home office, or that unused spare bedroom 🛏

If you’re looking to give the gift of a She Shed to yourself (or to someone you know) this year, reach out to us using the link in bio and let’s chat 💫
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The other day I talked about 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 you should pick art for your home (go check out that post, the answer might surprise you 🤭)

Now let's talk about the 𝑯𝒐𝒘 💫

If you are building a home from scratch and know you want to feature art, you should identify where you want the art to go.

Yes, at the very beginning of the design process 🖼

Why?

If you don’t plan for art in the initial design plan, you may have issues with a wall sconce or other things blocking the best walls 💡

Once you have the designated art locations mapped out your design, you’ll also be able to judge the general size and shape of the piece you’re looking for 🤔

This ensures you don’t fall in love with a piece… and then have to reach for the Ben & Jerry’s when it ends up being too small or too big 😭

You may also want to plan some general color ideas at this step, too! 🟩🟦🟪

If you’re working with us, we’ll either create the design around your desired art, OR we’ll help you identify the color palette you’d like for the room so you can browse with a plan ✨

That’s setting you up for success! 🙌

If you need some help designing your home around a piece, or picking out art that perfectly matches the aesthetics of your home we’d love to hear about your project.

Book a call with us (link in bio) and let’s see what we can create for you! 💙.
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Do you ever give much thought to your staircase?

If you're not obsessed with home design your answer is probably "Um...no?" 😅

But trust me when I say that staircases are more than just a passageway from one floor to another.

They can welcome and wow you when you get home each day, set the tone of your home, and make it feel unique ✨

Your staircase is at the heart of your home, and it deserves to be treated that way 💙

So how can you do that? It’s easier than you think!

💡 𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑳𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 💡
The lighting you choose gives your staircase presence and personality, not to mention the safety factor.

For well-lit evenings (or for policing any late-night teen excursions 👯‍♀️), you can install LED lights under the handrail or low lights with motion sensors.

🌀 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝒂 𝑺𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒆 🌀
Spiral staircases are great options when floor space is limited, or when a traditional staircase isn’t an option due to building codes.

And they look like a million bucks! 🤩

When building a staircase, building codes will be the biggest challenge to solve.

So if you’re adding a floor to an existing home, you need to make sure you have the space required… or go spiral! 🌀

You can always come to me for all your home design and decor questions. Book your call with us today (link in bio) and let's make your home the supportive, uplifting retreat you know it can be! 🏡

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Are you worried about your renovation budget? 💸

Are you dealing with "scope creep"? 🤑

Scope creep is when clients add to the size of a project while the project is occurring, ultimately adding to the project’s overall investment 💰

It's when a kitchen remodel turns into a kitchen, dining, and living room remodel because of the open concept nature of the kitchen 🌀

So how do we handle scope creep as designers?

One of our core values is “No Haziness.” That means we are very upfront and clear about costs and project budget 📝

Our job is to wrangle your beautiful ideas and edit them down to the best final solution within your budget.

We will always let you know when we are going off course and suggest solutions 💫

We also work with trusted builders and tradespeople who won’t try to “upsell” you. Our goal is always to have a budget-friendly solution for you! 💙

You can also download our Interior Design Investment Guide to get a better idea of potential costs! Click the link in bio to get your guide! ✨
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Art is personal 🎨

It tells a story, evokes emotions, and sparks memories. Art makes your home layered, personal, and beautiful 😌

From a practical perspective, you should enjoy your art. And it needs to coordinate with the rest of your interior design. That's a tall order 🧐

That’s why you won’t want to frantically select last-minute art for your home. Rushed = regret 😱

Actually, the best order of operations is to design your room around the art 🖼

Without an initial art selection, it’s a struggle later on to find a piece that can fit into the room AND tickle your senses ✨

If you don’t have that wow-worthy piece just yet, don’t worry. Making a plan for your future art will give you the time and freedom to find art that inspires all the feels 🥰

If you need some help designing your home around a piece, or help finding a piece that goes with your current style, we’d love to hear about your project 💙

Book a Discovrey Call with us (link in bio) and let’s see what we can create for you!

📸: @daviddlivingston

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The other week I talked about why I believe clients should design for their daily lives ✨ as opposed to adding seasonal only features 🎄(formal dining rooms, double ovens, extra seating, etc)

But it is possible to design your home for everyday life and entertaining 🍾

So, here are some practical ways to feel prepared for special occasions without adding more stuff to your home…

💫 Extension tables quickly add extra seating to a formal dining table.

🍽 Skip special occasion dishware (it’s not in style anyway) and upgrade your everyday dishes.

🪑Add dining room seating with multi-use chairs, like the ones you have flanking your fireplace. Hello, comfortable seat… bonus if it’s performance grade.

✨Use practical storage solutions like a buffet to store board games instead of china, or an extra hallway cabinet to store pet supplies, holiday decor, linens, or toys.

💙And you work with us?

We can guide you to making the right decisions for your lifestyle, propose creative solutions, and help you love your home all year long.

Click the link in bio to book your Discovery Call with us! ✨
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Want to know a secret? 🤫

Your home will never be done 🤭

Don’t grab your pitchfork just yet. There are several reasons why your home will never be finished — and it has nothing to do with you!

Let's break down some of the reasons your homey will never be finished, why it’s okay, and what you can do about it 😎

1️⃣ Design Trends Change: Trends change all the time. Even if you set a great foundation for a timeless home with longevity, in the next 15 years, you will still probably want to update your light fixtures, wall colors, and hardware 🛠

2️⃣ Technology Changes: Technology changes, too, and the way we incorporate it into our homes and lives is an ongoing process. Back in the day I was creating huge custom cabinets to hide massive TVs. Now that all TVs are flat screens, those cabinets are obsolete 😅

3️⃣ You Change: Your interests change and mature, and you need space to explore your hobbies as they develop over the years. What you want from your home will change because YOU are changing ✨

But what can you do about it? How can you even think about designing your home if you know it’s going to constantly evolve? 🤔

To do this, your home should reflect you and your family right now, not who you aspire to become someday 💙

For more designer insights and plenty of design tips check out our blog with the link in bio!
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Let’s be honest, do you use your dining room for just dining? 🍽

Chances are you use it as a Zoom room, homework room, or as a late-night-sushi-in-your-sweats room 🍣

These days, our dining rooms are becoming less formal and more multi-purpose than ever. But you still want a space to share with friends and family when you host holiday gatherings, right? 🥂

There are features you may be tempted to install solely for one-off seasonal gatherings, like a formal dining room.

Maybe you’re considering a double island for that huge crowd you entertain at Christmas 🍾Or maybe you’re pondering a double oven for the triple chocolate chip challah you’re famous for during Hanukkah 🍫

However, I can tell you from experience, it is far more likely that we are removing these extra items than adding them!

Case in point: One of our clients had two dishwashers and decided to remove one to create more cabinet space 🤩

This was a smart choice because it served them much better year-round 📆

I’d say that’s the rule of thumb — design for your daily life!

When you design your home to be comfortable and relaxing for you, your family and friends will feel equally comfortable enjoying themselves, too.

And isn’t that what home is all about? 🏠

For more designer insights and design tips check out the blog! Link in bio!
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