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The art of the invitation for any festivity

When it comes to entertaining, there is no better way to kick off the festivities than with a personal invitation. Sending an invitation is definitely a lost art, so it’s the perfect opportunity to set...

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How to achieve family-friendly interior design

A few years back, I  had the privilege of being featured in Brentwood home magazine, for being a family-friendly interior designer. Amy, the journalist for their home section said to me, “out of all...

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Top 5 tile trends everyone needs to know if remodeling

One of the best things about being in the design industry is all the factors that come into play when designing a home. Designers have their hands in everything from paint, trim, furniture, fabric,...

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How to convert a porch into a luxurious sunroom

I’m currently working on a screened in porch that is being converted into a sun room. What is the difference you ask? Well a couple of things. A few years ago my clients decided to screen in their back...

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Storage solutions – How to keep everything in it’s place, even with a family

Having a family can be messy, leading you and your family to an unorganized life. But it doesn’t have to be that way and Mridu Parikh is a perfect example of that. After living on her own, in what she...

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Bedroom updates guaranteed to transform your Master bedroom

Let’s face it, working with a professional interior designer is a luxury. Despite what entertaining shows like HGTV tell you, redoing a space is an investment. So you need to make sure that the items...

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How to create a glamorous holiday table

Are you hosting thanksgiving this year? When it comes to hosting one of the biggest meals of the year, the food is only half of the event. The best tables are layered with eclectic accessories and all...

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Feng Shui Devotion – Creating Personal Altars

Growing up in Arizona as a kid, I learned a lot about the art of devotion, and spirit. Rooted deep in tradition, the local reservations often held ceremonies and rituals to celebrate worship, the...

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How to achieve a sophisticated western interior

I grew up in Arizona, a place filled with southwestern decor ranging from truly luxurious, to downright gaudy and tacky. Depending on a persons interpretation of “western” will often determine the...

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Holiday Gardening 101 – Paper Whites

If you don’t have a green thumb, then paper whites are a perfect holiday gardening solution to brighten your home for the holidays. Paper whites are what I like to call goof-proof, allowing anyone who...

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5 Eco-friendly upgrades that offer cost and energy savings

Living a green lifestyle can be challenging, but you don’t have to radically change your life to incorporate eco-friendly upgrades, that yield big rewards. My journey into sustainability has been just...

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Holiday Mantels Made Super Easy

Its officially here. Once you get past standing in line for a discounted TV, and grabbing a free toaster, today marks the season of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, or what ever your holiday preference is....

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