From the monthly archives:

August 2009

To Sconce Or Not To Sconce

August 28, 2009 Lighting

They’re pretty, they’re ubiquitous and they come in hundreds of styles and a number of finishes. What are they? Why, sconces, of course. So many of my clients are confused about what to do with these electrical wall fixtures. Should they keep them when they come with the home they’ve bought? Not necessarily. Should they [...]

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The End of End Tables?

August 14, 2009 Furniture & Arrangement

When I first started working as an interior designer I was frustrated by the limited number of coffee table styles that were on the market. Most were made of metal and glass-topped, with dangerous sharp corners, or delicate and made from fruitwood or walnut. There were very few styles or practical tables to choose from. [...]

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Look, Look, Pull Over!

August 10, 2009 Tag Sales

Do you love junking?  Me, too. I really need a bumper sticker that says, “I Brake For Consignment Shoppes.”  And tag sales – the good ones – just make my little heart go pitter, patter. When it comes to trolling for treasures, my buddy and fellow decorator, Rita, and I, are dangerous together. Fine old [...]

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Standing Room Only

August 4, 2009 Furniture & Arrangement

As I walked into my client’s family room a couple of weeks ago, I noticed that the space had a long counter between the kitchen and the den but no stools. When I questioned her she said, “I thought about buying some when I first moved in but never got to it.” Aside from the [...]

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