Instilling Transitional Interior Design Throughout a New Home
When our long-time clients traded their vintage Arlington split-level for a newly constructed modern farmhouse nearby, they asked us to infuse …
Creating Spaces Blog
Design has been my longtime passion. On Creating Spaces, I share my latest inspirations and insights, offer sneak peeks of our works-in-progress, and provide designer tips for decorating and entertaining in style. Please subscribe and follow along. Be inspired today.
Dining Rooms Design Ideas: 3 Chic, Personalized Approaches
As Thanksgiving approaches, our thoughts turn to family, friends, and food. For many of us, our dining room will be at the center of the festivities. …
Elevate Summer Entertaining with these Inspiring Finds and Ideas
While I embrace the easy-breezy nature of summer entertaining, I still love to set a beautiful table. For a Southern gal like me, it’s in my nature. …
How to Design Stylish and Inviting Outdoor Spaces
Summer’s here – and that means it’s time to take the party outside! And it’s time to prepare your outdoor spaces for summer bashes.
Whole House Interior Design: Traditional-with-a-Twist
Over the years, we’ve been fortunate to have many clients who have entrusted us with their whole house interior design.
Why Investing in High-Quality Upholstered Furniture Makes Sense
I attended a live demonstration at the Washington Design Center on how top-quality upholstered furniture is made – and why investing in high-end …
Decorative Accessories: 5 Amazing New Finds
I’m a big believer that decorative accessories bring the magic to a space. It’s the finishing touches that take a room from fine to fabulous. So when …
Interior Design Trends to Watch for in 2025
Every year, a few design trends dominate the home-furnishings marketplace. While I don’t believe in following trends too strictly, I do believe …
Big Reveal: Eclectic Interiors for a Mid-Century Home
It’s a familiar story: As their kids got a little older and started to go off to school, our clients craved more grown-up spaces. They …
Infusing a Mid-Century Home with Modern-Eclectic Style
Our Falls Church clients asked us to bring modern-eclectic style to their mid-century home. Click below for a sneak peek at our plans and schemes.
Nature-Inspired Design: Bringing the Outdoors In
Repeat clients asked us to outfit their modern farmhouse in Arlington. Click below to see how we instilled an organic vibe that celebrates the home's …
Before and After: Transitional Kitchen Transformation
Tasked with renovating the kitchen in an Arlington home, we improved function and introduced fresh style. Our clients' golden retriever gave her nod …
