splish splash

i took this picture when i was down in charleston, SC for a friends wedding. i was amazed by the beautiful architecture and the history in this town. this house caught my attention b/c of its neutral tones and big red door which added the splash of color it needed. it's something to keep in mind when decorating a room. sometimes all you need is a simple decor with a splash of boldness. a little color can make a huge statement.

serenity now

this is my clients living room in pound ridge, ny. their country house is a great escape for them after a long work week in NYC but this room in particular is one of their favorites. the soft blues, whites and natural tones in the room give you a sense of serenity. it's like bringing home a taste of the beach and dropping it directly in your LR. grab a book, a magazine or simply stir a cocktail and grab some friends to sit down, hang out and enjoy life.

bullseye

target strikes again with these great and affordable side tables. they keep up with the trends so you don't have to spend thousands to update a room. it's my first stop when shopping for a client working with a smaller budget, which these days is just about everyone.

shake it up

shake it up with these bee salt and pepper shakers from target: http://www.target.com/Bee-Salt-Pepper-Shakers-Set/dp/B0016ZYWZ2/sr=1-2/qid=1232033117/ref=sr_1_2/181-8801124-8829806?ie=UTF8&pricerange=&index=target&field-browse=1038576&rh=k%3Asalt%20and%20pepper&page=3. they have some of the best shakers that will add a little character to your table. your guests will never know they cost $17.99

inspiration, moves me

i like to keep my inspiration board above my desk so that i'm constantly reminded of good design ideas. if you're watching this season's "the bachelor" you're probably thinking this is like my "vision board". it's not. i'm not crazy. i promise.

oh, and i should probably mention that the postcard in the middle of my board that says "grove new york" is a mailer my friend sarah sent out when she opened her home decor shop in the west village. if you haven't been, you need to check it out. the shop is located at 617 hudson street (btwn. jane and w. 12th) but she's also online at www.grovenyc.com. happy shopping.

CARPET SALE

if anyone is looking to carpet their home or office please contact me for a designer discount. i'm offering a great deal on quality carpet and rugs from designer showrooms in NYC. this is a great opportunity to get a high quality carpet for a lot less

mirror mirror on the wall

i've spotted some great mirrors at really reasonable prices lately while shopping around for clients. this sunflower mirror from www.zgallerie.com looks like an antique that could cost thousands of dollars. not in this case, the pricetag reads $199