The interior design industry has experienced 10 consecutive months of positive performance across sectors, according to a new report from the American Society of Interior DesignersConfidence among U.S. homebuilders rose this month to its highest level in six years and many expect the housing recovery to strengthen in the next six months. Although new homes Continue Reading
Pretty As A Peacock
Flipping through the pages of the September issue of Better Homes and Gardens, I saw a beauty article titled Pretty as a Peacock. It featured wonderful turquoise, violet, plum, emerald, peacock blue and gold colors accented by one peacock feather.They looked so luscious just like the colors of Casart's French Peacock Damask and Quill patterns. Just look at Continue Reading
Hurricane Isaac and Me
I’ve lived in New Orleans all my life and have dealt with many hurricanes; some bad, most not so bad. I didn’t have a “light bulb” moment, a revelation or epiphany during Isaac but I did learn some things. But first I’ll summarize what I consider is important to know about hurricanes and then I’ll tackle Isaac.Houzz recently had a timely ideabook about disaster Continue Reading
Turn Up The Heat!
I know, I know, I've been blogging about it being too hot, well perhaps the heat finally got to me! It really isn't too soon to start preparing for cold weather and you'll be glad you did. You can slash your energy costs for your home with these easy fixes according to Lowe's very helpful monthly Creative Ideas.Seal the windows, especially in older homes, with Continue Reading
Decorating over Doors
This post relates back to my previous one on being a design rebel. Most of us think of doors being an impediment to decorating a wall. These designers do not and and know how to decorate over doors.Where do you put your plates? Surely on a table when you eat and in a cabinet when your done (after cleaning of course). Well, I'll admit, I've never been a fan of Continue Reading
