Beach House 61 Design Tips
August 27, 2023
How Wooden Slats Transformed the Beach House’s First Floor
In the design world, beauty, and functionality often intertwine to create remarkable solutions. The renovation of the first floor of a beach house project stands as a testament to this concept. The primary goal was to create an open, spacious floor plan for a large kitchen. While demolishing walls achieved the desired openness, it also ...
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April 26, 2023
Six Plants for the Contemporary Garden
Hello Spring, is that you I see? Are you prepared for Spring yet? It's time to uncover your outdoor furniture, hose down some of that yellow pollen, and enjoy the new growth this new season brings. But if your yard is feeling a little drab and you want to incorporate some new eye candy into ...
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March 12, 2023
DIY Floating Frame
Framing artwork can be really expensive, especially large artwork. After I finished creating a couple of new artwork pieces for #casacancado, I went on a search for a framer that would not break the bank. But I soon learned that all estimates I would receive would be all high-priced. After a little more digging online, ...
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November 3, 2022
Is creativity a sustenance?
Last week I listened to this incredible podcast by Ethan Hawke about creativity. I often challenge how I use my creativity, so this episode spoke to my heart. He talks about how creativity is actually sustenance for all of us and how we should allow ourselves to be creative. I love his idea on how ...
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Design Tips Our Home
October 19, 2022
Exterior Makeover
I love creating outdoor spaces. When designing for the outdoor spaces you have to think beyond the four walls. In this more expansive approach to design, I always face new challenges, but I welcome each challenge. It is really important to consider not only the durability of each material selected, but also how these materials ...
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October 5, 2022
Large Size Flower Arrangement
A visit to the florist sent me home with lots of beautiful foliage for autumn-inspired arrangements. The constant need to make something with my hands is a great way to support my creative soul. When I am styling a room, creating a DIY project, or putting together a flower arrangement, I get in a state ...
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September 9, 2022
Pendant Lights
I challenge you to be very meticulous when it comes to light fixtures. I find that this sculptural element can be such eye candy in any space. It's like the cherry on top of that delicious ice cream. The shape and overall feel of a light fixture should follow the aesthetics of the space. Playing ...
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August 29, 2022
Elevate Your Bathroom
As a creative person, styling a space brings me joy. Styling is really like a hobby to me. I feel that every room and every surface in my home is an opportunity to express myself. And I find that intentional seasonal changes make me appreciate these livable spaces even more. Today I am sharing a ...
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August 17, 2022
Brass Hardware
It's all about brass today. And in some cases, brass with a hint of marble. For this hardware round-up selection, I am sharing twelve of my favorite cabinet hardware, from pulls to simple knobs and a cupboard latch. The hardware you select for your kitchen cabinet is as important as your cabinet doors. For a ...
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June 27, 2022
How-to-hang Drapes
Drapery is an impactful visual element in a space. Besides adding privacy, drapery can instantly make a room more sophisticated and cozy. However, the composition can be off if the drape panels are too small for your window and walls. Here are a few tips to follow when choosing drapery. 1. Go wide The biggest ...
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Design Tips Styling with Patchi
April 11, 2022
Side table or sculpture?
Side tables can instantly create a sculptural moment. When done intentionally, this design element can be the one piece that elevates the entire room. Decorating with side tables is a great way to add character to a space. From the numerous shapes, textures, and color variations available, there is a style available for any room. ...
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March 20, 2022
A Hidden Door
Every design project comes with a challenge. And with every challenge comes the opportunity to explore my creative process. And it is this uncertainty, this urge to be innovative and improve functionality that fuels my design drive. When designing this primary bedroom, the visual language I wanted to explore was a minimal but inviting look. ...
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February 22, 2022
A Built-in Sofa
When renovating an attic space with accessibility issues, I opted for built-in sofas as the alternative seating option. This newly renovated attic space features two very unique entry points. You can come in through a pulley elevator or through a hidden 12x60 access door. We knew that no comfortable sofa would ever make its way ...
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February 2, 2022
How-to-hang Art
Hanging artwork can be tricky. If you ever found yourself marveling about the perfect height to hang your artwork, you are not alone. When installing art on your walls, you want to have the center of your piece at about 57 to 60 inches from the ground. This basic and helpful design rule will eliminate ...
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January 7, 2021
#lessisnow challenge
The New Year is always a great time to press pause and refresh. Lately, I have been seeking some changes to create a home free of stress and January seems like the perfect month to make this happen. But what exactly does that mean, right? Our family has been living at our home, #casacancado, for ...
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March 26, 2020
Quarantine Home Challenge – Day 6
For today's quarantine home challenge, I am inviting you to restyle your bookshelf. I know that styling a bookshelf can be tricky, so I have some tips below to guide you in this process and to make it fun. When styling shelves, I have to step back, look at all the pieces and rework the ...
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March 24, 2020
Quarantine Home Challenge – Day 4
I am here and I am going to show up. This is all that I can do right now during this scary health crisis. Just show up. So I am going to keep showing up for my family and for anyone here that would like some design inspiration at this time. If you are struggling ...
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March 23, 2020
Quarantine Home Challenge – Day 3
Happy Monday. It's time to get back to working from home, cooking an average of 5 meals a day, and homeschooling the kids. I hope you are adjusting to your new routine amidst this crisis and I really hope you are healthy. For today's challenge, I am inviting you to bring in some greenery from ...
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November 18, 2019
Door Hardware Update
Sometimes we stall big projects. Sometimes we stall smaller projects. And sometimes our Halloween decoration stays up until mid-November. But I guess, when you can't decide which project to tackle first, or when to remove your seasonal decor, the least overwhelming option is always the best option. I also believe that mixing dust, cement, and ...
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January 25, 2019
How to Hang a Map
What do you do when you meet an oversized wall when designing a room? In keeping with my minimal decorating style, I believe some walls should be left alone. However, I also believe that walls must make a statement. When we designed #clientkoko guest bedroom last year, I wasn't sure what I was going to ...