The Design Trend That is Replacing High-Tech Rooms

The Design Trend That is Replacing High-Tech Rooms

For years, it seemed the most important part of designing a family room was what to do with the TV!  Everyone had to have it in the room (complete with surround sound), but they also wanted to find a way to “hide it”.  I’ve had so many...
The Desk is Back and Better Than Ever!

The Desk is Back and Better Than Ever!

Remember when every new kitchen had a built-in desk?  And every child’s room had one for homework?  Office desks were replaced with “computer tables” and “work stations”.  Once laptop computers became the common mode of...
6 Steps to Designing the Perfect Playroom

6 Steps to Designing the Perfect Playroom

I LOVE my job!  One day I’m working with a couple downsizing to a condo in the city, the next day I’m working with a family that has 6 kids!  I talk a lot about how to design “grown up” spaces, but what about the “little...
Bernardus Lodge:  A Hidden Gem in Carmel Valley

Bernardus Lodge: A Hidden Gem in Carmel Valley

On our trip up the California coast, we were so lucky to have stumbled upon the recently renovated Bernardus Lodge.  Tucked away in Carmel Valley away from the hustle and bustle of Carmel-by-the-sea and Pebble Beach, we found Bernardus a great place to just slow...
8 Steps To The Perfectly Stocked Guest Room

8 Steps To The Perfectly Stocked Guest Room

I know it’s only March, but now is the time to start thinking about summer.  And when you have a house on Cape Cod, that means overnight guests.  I’m starting to spruce up my guest room and thought you may be interested in getting yours ready as...