Monthly Archives: November 2018
5 Homes That Spotlight Art
Among my favorite things about cruising tours and photos is becoming a glimpse of some spectacular personal art collections. Some have pieces worth countless have treasures found at flea markets, some were made by the homeowners, while some others were made by friends and family members. However homeowners have collected their artwork, the collections generally […]
Fantastic Design Plant:' Canna'Pretoria'
After the frost of winter and spring is receding along with the anticipation of poolside barbecues and al fresco dining is on the horizon, so it’s time to prepare for lush summer blossoms. For the greatest summer exclamation plant, Sasha Newman of Little Miracles Designs indicates Canna ‘Pretoria’ because of its statement-making foliage and blossoms. […]
Nontoxic Paint 101
If it has to do with finishes and paints, “nontoxic” identifies people that have little to barely traceable quantities of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs — poisonous compounds found in conventional paints that may be released into the air for years after the paint has dried. VOCs have been known to cause respiratory problems like […]
Contractor Tips: Choosing and Installing Doors
They get opened with elbows, feet and at times even palms. They get slammed in disagreements kicked and beaten by these components. Your doorways get a workout, so it is important to pick and set up one that is likely to make the cut. Below, find ideas that will assist you pick the right type […]
Mini Guide to Minimalism
So often, we approach spaces and wonder what could be added. But what about those things that can be removed? Certain spaces — people with great architecture, incredible views or small dimensions — may be best enhanced using a minimalist approach, whether that means minimal furnishings, eliminating artwork or even toning down the color palette. […]
Designer's Touch: The Kitchen
Kitchens are often now the most used area in the house, meaning they require special attention. If you are feeling like your kitchen lacks that extra something, try out these behind-the-scenes designer tips to bring your kitchen to life with fantastic style. Erdreich Architecture, P.C. 1. Show off. When you’ve got a distinctive set, use […]
The Indoor Gardener: Reconsider Fabulous Ferns
If you hear the term “fern” and shudder over 1970s flashbacks of macramé planters, it is time to rethink this humble houseplant for decorating your home today. Ferns are available in many sizes and shapes, in the delicate maidenhair to the manly staghorn, so there’s sure to be one which suits your tastes. No matter […]
Decorating Around the World: Scandinavian Style
Individuals from the Nordic countries of Sweden, Denmark and Norway have produced some methods of maximizing light round. Luckily, winter is somewhat briefer here in the Northeast, where I live, but I am still excited to steal some excellent tips from these experts to lighten my winter home. Clean-lined furnishings colors, light and a notable […]
Meet Your Desk: How to Create a Workspace This Works
Working with customers in their home offices around Los Angeles, I see a great deal of good working habits and some not-so-good working habits. And while it is rather obvious to me when I’m looking at a workspace why an individual might not be performing efficiently, most do not realize how to create a workspace […]