How Hotels in San Diego are Cozying Up Their Outdoor Spaces


September 6, 2017

In a previous article, we talked about how outdoor spaces can be turned into extensions of your living spaces. Outdoor living trends have been on the uptick over these past few years, and homeowners aren’t the only ones who are recognizing the value of beautiful patio set-ups.

In a previous article, ...

Remodeling in California, the Land of Opportunity


September 1, 2017

Home remodeling in California is the best way to lock extra value away securely in our homes. This is particularly relevant if we have an older home that may not take full advantage of its location.

Home remodeling in California is the best way to lock extra value away securely in our homes. This is particularly relevant if we have an older home that may not take full advantage of its location.

Inspiration: Dream Master Suite Design


August 30, 2017

Your master suite is your sanctuary from the world outside: it’s where you shed the cares of the day’s stress, to wind down and wake up energized to face the new day. It’s also where you and your partner can spend time alone together, away from the rest of your family. Your master bedroom should evoke a sense of peace, tranquility and privacy.

Your master suite is your sanctuary from the world outside: it’s where you shed the cares of the day’s stress, to wind down and wake up energized to face the new day. It’s also where you and your partner can spend time alone to...

Difference between Interior Designer and Interior Decorator


August 24, 2017

It is sometimes best to start a debate like this in a neutral space. I chose horticulture, where landscapers divide space into permanent features with retaining walls, and flower beds. While gardeners plant out annuals, and add focus points such as pebbled paths and water features. We can approach the differences between interior designers and interior decorators in a similar manner.

It is sometimes best to start a debate like this in a neutral space. I chose horticulture, where landscapers divide space into permanent features with retaining walls, and flower bed...

The Problems and Challenges with French Patio Doors


August 18, 2017

French Patio doors are one of the most popular ways to add a nice accent to your house that is both beautiful and useful. Whether they lead to your porch, garden or anywhere on your property, they provide a lot of light while being great style.

French Patio doors are one of the most popular ways to add a nice accent to your house that is both beautiful and useful. Whether they lead to your porch, garden or anywhere on your property, they provide a lot of light while b...

Anatomy of a Perfectly Decorated Living room


August 11, 2017

Your living room is the central space of your home: it could be the main gathering area for your family or perhaps, it’s where you usually receive guests. Whatever its purpose, you’ll need to distinguish it from other areas in the house, making it a natural gravitating point for people; you can do that by planning and decorating it in a way that’s aesthetically pleasing, but more importantly, practical.

Your living room is the central space of your home: it could be the main gathering area for your family or perhaps, it’s where you usually receive guests. Whatever its purpose, you’ll need to distinguish it from other areas in ...

The Case for Transitional Living Rooms


August 3, 2017

Transitional furnishing was all the rage when I was in high school in the 1960’s. My parents, like most others had a combination of hand-me-downs from their own parents and the occasional modern lift-me-up with simpler lines that made us feel quite posh.

Transitional furnishing was all the rage when I was in high school in the 1960’s. My parents, like most

How to Design and Decorate an Outdoor Space


August 1, 2017

You can turn your backyard into an extension of your living space by converting it into a space that also maximizes the value of your home. Today’s trends in outdoor living don’t simply entail adding a patio set and pool. To decorate an outdoor space, you have to treat it like a floor plan.

You can turn your backyard into an extension of your living space by converting it into a space that also maximizes the value of your home. Today’s trends in outdoor living don’t simply entail adding a patio set and pool. To de...

Inspiration from 6 Incredible Bathroom Designs


July 25, 2017

If you’re looking to renovate any of your home’s bathrooms in the future, these incredible bathroom designs will inspire you. Sleek, modern hardware and fixtures tie into a number of themes from the minimalist to the contemporary.

If you’re looking to renovate any of your home’s bathrooms in the future, these incredible bathroom designs will inspire you. Sleek, modern hardware and fixtures tie into a number of themes from the minimalist to the contempora...

Coastal Living and Beach Chic Decorating Tips


July 11, 2017

Decorating your home to express your love for the beach and all things sandy can be tricky. Adding a few seashells to an end table won’t quite get the point across, but if you go too far your home runs the risk of looking like the set of Gilligan’s Island. And, nobody wants that.

Decorating your home to express your love for the beach and all things sandy can be tricky. Adding a few seashells to an end table won’t quite get the point across, but if you go too far your home runs the risk of looking like ...