The Design Angle

In my personal life, I have been working on enjoying the process of things, instead of the final outcome. There is no where to get to, and so I am practicing paying attention to where I spend my free time, what personal projects and chores...

  Angela Todd Studios – Visual Storytellers from Angela Todd on Vimeo. What is it like to work with our interior design team, contractors and artisans?  We are excited to share with you our new video! I would love to hear from you if our...

  On a recent trip to Ireland over Christmas and New Year’s Eve, I was fortunate enough to visit the Jameson Distillery in Dublin.  The tour provided a great overview of the history of not only Jameson Whiskey, but also Irish Whiskey.  Irish whiskey is...

Half of our clients haven’t worked with an interior designer before calling our Portland studio. Working with an interior designer is more common these days for busy people. Sure, the interior design marketplace is full of options, but that in itself can lead to confusion....

Sometimes it happens. Someone who has known me for years as an interior designer says, “I didn’t know you did that too!” Here are common interior design services we provide for clientele: INTERIOR DESIGN Complete Custom Furnishings Cabinetry & Built-in Design Window Treatments Bedding &...

Our clients bought their 1994 home on Portland’s west side in Forest Heights, fully furnished from the previous owners. It was easiest that way. They had moved from Michigan to Oregon, and before that time had lived in both China and Tanzania. The 1990s house...

Our client, a single Dad of two beautiful teenage daughters, knew the moment he saw his 1921 Laurelhurst English Tudor it was perfect for his family. The home had history, good bones, ample light, and a great layout. It just needed to be personalized, and...

What is it like working with us? As an introduction to our Portland team, below are answers to common questions from our clients. What can I expect from your design team? You will find the Angela Todd Studios team professional, approachable, and committed to your...

When Portland-based writer Donald Miller was looking to make improvements to his Sellwood loft, he asked a friend for a referral. He and Angela were like old buddies almost immediately. “Don naturally has good design taste and knows what he likes when he sees it....

Make a wish list that includes what rooms and elements you would like addressed in your project. List the priorities of your project first, second, third and so on. For example, you may determine a room used more frequently is a higher priority. Begin to...