Ditch the Trends: Design Your Home to be Timeless

In the ever-evolving realm of interior design, it's easy to get swept up in the excitement of current trends; however, the allure of what's "in" today may not stand the test of time because it can be “out” tomorrow. While trends are great to use as jumping off points or initial inspiration, they shouldn’t solely drive the design itself. Let’s delve into the reasons why steering clear of current trends can be the key to creating a home that transcends the temporary and embraces enduring style.

Autumn Illumination: Exploring Fall’s Coziest Lighting Trends

As the vibrant hues of autumn begin to paint the world outside, it’s time to bring that warm, cozy ambiance inside your home. Fall is the season of flickering candlelight, soft glows, and the perfect time to revamp your interior lighting. Come along with me as we explore the latest fall lighting trends and provide you with creative ideas to illuminate your home in style.

The Shift Away from Farmhouse Style: Why I’m So Over It

In recent years, the farmhouse style has taken the interior design world by storm, with its rustic charm and cozy aesthetics capturing the hearts of many homeowners. Chip and Joanna Gaines shocked us all into this particular style when Fixer Upper first aired back in 2013 and it has definitely had a strong hold on the interior design industry…in fact, it blew it up!

Having said that, trends in interior design are ever-evolving, and what was once highly sought after can gradually fall out of favor. While I have seen some pretty amazing farmhouse style homes, (kudos to the designers who nailed it), it feels overdone…just like the use of granite countertops! That topic is definitely for another blog post, so stay tuned. This blog post aims to explore the reasons behind the current and fading unpopularity of the farmhouse style and shed light on the emerging trends that are shaping the design landscape.

Myth Buster: I have AI Now, I Don’t Need an Interior Designer

Let me go ahead and bust this myth right now! Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all the rage today. The desire for such technological advancement has grown exponentially. So much so, that to be completely honest, it’s actually a little scary. Do we really want this type of “intelligence” running every aspect of our lives...possibly even taking over just so we can have the luxury of convenience?! Listen. I love the Matrix movies and Will Smith’s I Robot, but I don’t need (or want) them to become our reality. Yikes.

Luxury Kitchen Trends

Luxury kitchens are the epitome of elegance and sophistication, and they are an essential part of any upscale home. The kitchen is the heart of the house, where family and friends gather to cook, eat, and socialize. We'll take a look at some of the latest luxury kitchen trends that are popular right now.

5 Spring High Point Market Trends I Love

One of my favorite things about High Point Market is seeing the new trends in furniture and décor. There is always so much to see, but never enough time. It can be overwhelming if you don’t have a plan. It’s impossible to see everything!

Even though I wasn’t able to visit all of the showrooms I “favorited” on the High Point Market app, I was able to hit some really amazing ones. Plus, it’s just an excuse to add the missed ones to my strategy for Fall Market later this year (wink, wink).

5 Reasons Why Attending High Point Market is a Must for Interior Designers

I did it again y’all…High Point Market, done and done. Although this was my second time attending (my first time was last fall), it was an absolute whirlwind! This is the largest home furnishings industry trade show in the world with over 10 million square feet of showroom space, over 2,000 exhibitors, and 180 buildings. You know it’s epic when you have to take shuttles to some of the showrooms. It’s massive and impossible to see it all in one visit or even two or three!

There are several goals that can be achieved while attending High Point Market. It’s different for everyone. You just have to have a plan. Here are five (5) reasons why I love going to High Point.

New Year, New Trends: 2020 Interior Design Trends I'm Loving

Pinterest, design articles, design blogs, and so on and so forth. There seems to be what feels like a million interior design and decorating trends we should be watching out for in 2020 but I’m not going to bore you with all of them because I’m cool like that. You’re welcome.

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