What is the Interior Design Process Like - Here's What to Expect
What to expect from the interior design process...from getting to know each other to the design and implementation phases and finally the project reveal…
3 Reasons Your Builder is Probably Not Your Interior Designer
Here are the differences between a builder / GC and an interior designer, how to know which of these pros is right for your project, and some warning signs to keep an eye out for…
Video Series, Part 2: Building a Home is a Rewarding Labor of Love
Designing this home was a rewarding labor of love. I experimented, pushed my own boundaries, and used it to showcase what I can do. I can’t wait to share it with others…
Video Series, Part 1: Building a Home is a Very Unique Opportunity
Building a home is a very unique opportunity. For most people, it’s probably once in a lifetime. As an interior designer, my expertise is around the interior of the home…
Beautiful & Practical Gift Ideas for Each Season of Homeownership
Whether you need gift ideas for that special someone or are curating your own personal wishlist, I have several ideas that will help bring style, comfort, and inspiration into any home…
How to Utilize an Interior Designer to Furnish Your New Build (& Why You Should)
When should you start working with a designer on furnishings? How do we help you wisely allocate your investment and blend old with new? Come take a look…
What Does an Interior Designer Cost in the Bay Area?
“What does a designer cost?” That’s a difficult question to answer because there are so many ways of charging for professional services. Here are 4 common fee structures…
5 Things You Didn’t Know Your Interior Designer Does for You
When you see beautifully designed homes, you know that a designer was involved. But how much so? I’m sharing 5 things you didn’t know your interior designer does for you…
How Long Does it Take to Build a New Home in the Bay Area?
How long does it take to build a new home? Here are 7 factors that influence the length of your new build process, along with my tips for making the most of each…
How to Create an Investment Budget for Your New Build
If you’ve decided to build a new home, you may be wondering what it is going to cost. I’m shedding some light on what goes into the cost of a new build and how to anticipate it…
The Ultimate Guide to Hiring for a New Build
Who do you need on your team if you are building your dream home? This is the guide for who to hire, when to do so, and where to find them…
How to Design the Best Floor Plan for Your New Build
When you are designing a new custom home, the floor plan can make or break your living experience. Here’s what you should consider to design the best floor plan for you…
How to Design the Most Inviting Outdoor Living Space
Our backyards and outdoor spaces are private havens that deserve to be thoughtfully designed! Here are 4 tips for designing a wonderful and inviting outdoor living space…
5 Things to Know about Building a Home in the Bay Area
Building a home and crafting your own space is an exciting and complex process. Here are the 5 things you need to know if you're building a home in the Bay Area…
Project Reveal: Modern Classic Family Home in Los Altos - The Family Room, Dining Nook, and Kid’s Bedroom
See how we injected California casual style, minimal and classic details, and fun and function into a young family's Los Altos family room, dining nook, and kid’s room…
Meet the Contemporary Classic: The Design Inspiration Behind Our Family’s New Build
A look into the design inspiration behind our family’s new build in the Bay Area and the backstory on why we’re even designing and building in the first place…
Project Reveal: Refined Glamour in Burlingame
The client wanted to give their traditional 1940’s home a contemporary update. See how we designed the living room, dining room, and patio and the before and after photos…
What Can an Interior Designer Do for You and When to Hire One
Find out if hiring an interior designer is for you. I cover what value an interior designer provides, who should hire an interior designer, and when is the best time to hire a designer…
Behind the Scenes: Creating an Interior Design Concept
What goes into creating your dream home? More than you might think. I’m taking you behind the scenes of how we craft an interior design concept and plan that elevates the way you live…
Project Reveal: Modern Classic Family Home in Los Altos - The Living Room and Home Office
This newly built residence in Los Altos was the new home to a family with 2 young children. See how we designed the living room and home office and the before and after photos…