Spring is here and Easter and the Cherry Blossom Festival time is upon us, It's a glorious time to be in DC! As we all get dressed up to celebrate these occasions, we want to ask you what color is your Easter Bonnet? Here are a few wonderful examples to help you celebrate the season. This old-fashioned example from Hibiscus House reminded us of the respectful Continue Reading
Fresh and Green. It’s a Spring Thing!
Gotta go green on St. Patrick's Day, no matter what "green" means for people these days. Here are a few "lucky" finds. Take a look at these simple, fresh and clean looks from dhesja via MD House. We like this website's grooving music too!! This room from Homes & Gardens almost maxes out my "that's overkill" level for the color green. But, it Continue Reading
Using an Uncluttered Intermix of Styles
We are pleased and honored to have Dolly Howarth of Howarth Designs, based in Arlington, VA, participating in our Design Minds series. Please scroll down to read an interview with Dolly Howarth about interior design and how she uses an uncluttered, intermix of styles when designing for her clients. How and when did you become interested in Continue Reading
Apple Wants to Unlock Your Door
Occasionally we veer off the usual home decorating but this post does have to do with the home. With Apple & the FBI in the news lately over unlocking information from the San Bernadino terrorists' phone, it just seemed fitting to ponder an even larger question about what creating "backdoor" entries to smart phones and devices could mean. But, Apple already wants Continue Reading
Best Fireplace Seating Arrangements to Consider
Yes, winter is still here but with February coming to a close there may be little time to still enjoy a fire. If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace, here are some of the best fireplace seating arrangements to consider. Going with expected arrangements can give a comforting impression but mixing it up with the unexpected or the odd shaped room can leave a Continue Reading
