When you’re planning a remodel, one of the first questions that comes up is who you need on your team. You may already have a contractor, and your contractor may tell you that they can help you with the design decisions as well.
So, do you really need an interior designer?
I believe you do, especially when you’re making a significant investment in your home.
Read MoreNot always. Although the price from the factory is often cheaper than from an ADU contractor, this price often may not include transportation or craning, and more importantly the foundation and utilities, not to mention the lack of customization.
Read MoreAI cannot step into a space and evaluate the light and how it will affect the character of the space or the colors. It doesn't see the rest of the house, the scale and proportion of the rooms, the flow. There are so many things that a designer does that AI cannot provide.
Read MoreThe pandemic had some professionals questioning if the long-beloved open floor plan was going to shift back to spaces with walls dividing rooms and closing them off, to provide privacy for zoom calls, work from home, and schoolwork. I think the open floor plan is still a viable option for part of the home.
Read MoreThe first thing people see when they enter your home is your entryway. So, it’s important to make an impression. You want it to be stylish and if possible also functional. We have designed some wonderful entryways.
Read More60/30/10 Color Balance Rule
There is a basic design rule for balancing the color when designing your space. It is called the 60/30/10 Rule. We have some examples of it and a detailed explanation.
Read MoreMy Design Discovery Workbook Can Help.
If you’re thinking about starting a design project, you might already feel the excitement, and maybe a little bit of overwhelm. You know your home needs something new, but you’re not quite sure how to put your thoughts into words. That’s where my Design Discovery Workbook comes in.
Read MoreWhat does “Aging in Place” mean? It is about being able to stay in your home for as long as possible instead of having to move to an assisted living facility or a nursing home. In order to do this, there are many things that you can do to make your home safer and function easier for you as you age. It’s not about making your home feel clinical, but about blending safety with beauty, functionality, and style.
Read MoreA prefabricated accessory dwelling unit can be partly or completely constructed in a factory and then it’s transported to your lot and installed.
This causes much less interruption on your property, and it cuts the timeline down dramatically from 6-10 months to a week or two.
But your choices are limited compared to a stick built ADU, where your designer can offer you a multitude of finishes and architectural styles.
Read MoreFor this Pasadena remodel project, the art selection was fun and easy working with the client. We chose many pieces for rooms throughout his home. Here are a few examples.
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