The Design Angle

What is it about interior before and after photos that we love so much? Are we looking for ideas for our own homes? Perhaps. Maybe we simply like to see what is possible in a space with fresh eyes and some elbow grease. In honor...

Have you been listening to the news? I try not to these days, but I have heard lots of people refer to the “R” word. Recession. Are you suffering financially? I mean really suffering, or are you just anticipating suffering? I meet lots of people...

If you have been reading this blog in the last week, you know I am in my hometown for the Thanksgiving holiday. While I have been here I have had the unique opportunity to makeover my brother’s apartment. My brother recently went through an amicable...

Happy Thanksgiving! I am visiting my family in Indianapolis and working on a couple of design projects here in the Circle City. Yesterday’s family feast was at Mom’s house. I call my mom the Martha Stewart of the Midwest. She is an exceptional cook, crafty,...

I am in Indianapolis for the next two weeks visiting my family. If you moved away when you became an adult like I did, you probably know the feeling. Buildings, landmarks and roads are the same, but different. It is almost as if you remember...

Who says you can’t wear white after Labor Day? The word on the streets after the fall 2008 High Point, North Carolina market is that white is high in style anytime of the year.White can be used to create a sophisticated, casual or high fashion...

I am now syndicated! At least that is what MJ, the board operator of the control room KXL 750 AM announced to me with a smile last Saturday after he locked up my interview in an electronic vault. I giggled at the officialness of the...

Chances are you will be purchasing a few holiday gifts sometimes between now and December 24th at 6:00pm. We all want to give the people we love and care for something thoughtful as a token for how much they mean to us. Over the years...

One trend this Fall 2008 seems to be in alignment with our focus on all things natural. Well it isn’t really natural, but it looks like wood doesn’t it? Faux Bois’ is French for wood and it is hotter than ever this season featured in...

It’s official. Last week at Madison Furniture’s Design Side we started a local Portland, Oregon chapter of the Interior Design Society (IDS). Over 35 independent interior designers were in attendance at the event. Attendees also included several trade vendors who work with the interior design...