I had a client call me telling me that they had a large bookcase that they didn't know what to do with. I thought, ok this will be just a simple styling job. When I walked into this loft, we both started laughing at the monstrosity of this 17 foot high built-in bookcase. The client had filled maybe the first 3 shelves with various books and accessories that she already owned, but the rest of was up to me to decide what to do with it. It was hilariously intimidating but a task

This was one of my favorite projects to work on because it honestly felt the most "me" compared to any of the others so far. I designed this for a young family in Studio City, CA with two kids under the age of 5 and a dog. They wanted their home to be comfortable, casual, but fun. So in entersed a massive blue & red vintage rug, a giant 10 foot sofa covered in ultra durable fabric and some fun lounge chairs for cozy reading nooks. This is also a great post to announce that I

This family was relocating from Northern California to sunny LA and brought some of their heavier NorCal furniture with them. The task was to find to put a LA twist on their existing rustic pieces. We did this by bringing in some authentic mid-century modern pieces as well as a few other modern elements to mix in. I didn't want to do away with the rustic-industrial nature of what they brought with them since these were the things that told their story. The goal was to add to

When I was approached by a young family that recently relocated to Santa Monica from New York City, I knew I needed to give them a refresher so they could feel comfortable in their new Cali home. Our main focus was the kitchen that opened up to the living room, as well as making their baby girl's nursery feel California-cool! #interiordesign #design #homedecor #california #santamonica #eclectic #transitional #modern #beach #beachhouse #newyork #nursery #livingroom #kitchen #r

I've been really attracted to jewel tones lately. I'm not a huge green person, but this jade-emerald tone is really connecting with me right now. Feast your eyes on these beauties! Enjoy! #interiordesigner #interiordesign #eclectic #transitional #traditional #modern #vintage #antique #jade #green #emerald #tile #kitchen #bathroom #bedroom #bedding #livingroom #accentwall #paint #popofcolor #jeweltones

I've been drawn towards deep rich colors lately. There's something about the combination of clean bright whites and these intense colors that creates such a beautiful contrast. Its modern and bold, yet still has an element of timeless elegance. Enjoy! #color #modern #contrast #elegance #interiordesign #home #decor #paint #bold #traditional #transitional #eclectic #chic #timeless #contemporary #diningroom #livingroom #kitchen #tile #cabinetry #bedroom #midcenturymodern #art #a

I have been in major rug mode lately since I am hunting for beautiful vintage rugs for multiple projects right now. I've always been a crazy rug person (my living room has vintage rugs scattered all over) but this has made me appreciate them even more. Rugs can be used like artwork - they add color, life and texture to a space and can really ground the room (no pun intended). In tandem with The 411 on Rugs article that I recently wrote for Homepolish's magazine - I have compi

I had the pleasure of writing another article for Homepolish's magazine! Check it out below. Enjoy! With the help of Homepolish's Kelly Martin, learn all about the different types of rugs that you can put in your home. I often like to start with something big when I am diving into a new project, because I want a piece to inspire both the project and the client. Choosing the rug early on in the design process is always a good starting point. The rug can be the piece that you p

This week I want to focus on how art can make the space truly special. It can add so much personality to an otherwise very simple room. The spaces I've featured in this post aren't necessarily simple, but the way that they have executed the use of art in a room is stellar. Enjoy! #art #artist #artwork #design #interiordesign #home #decor #diningroom #livingroom #office #kitchen #painting #photography #photo #bold #colorful #vintage #modern #midcenturymodern #contemporary #ecl

This summer has been so insanely busy that I haven't been able to keep up with my blog. I apologize. But I'm back! This week I am focusing on mixing vintage pieces with bold accents. Its a fun way to mix the old and the new. Enjoy! #interior #design #mod #modern #midcenturymodern #vintage #antique #bold #color #boho #bohemian #kilim #livingroom #bedroom #rug #lighting #credenza #cabinet #furniture #home #decor #eclectic #naturalistic

We're focusing on yellow this week! This color is so bright and bold that its like a blast of sunshine in your face. I love the vibrant yellows because they give great life to muted colors. Enjoy! #yellow #bold #interiordesign #home #decor #modern #eclectic #reclaimed #transitional #contemporary #contrast #accentwall #lacquer #paint #color #colorful #photography #art #livingroom #kitchen #tile #diningroom #bedroom #lighting #teal #blue #grey #black #white #midcenturymodern #v

I'm focusing on blue this week. Blue is one of those colors that never goes out of style - it can be cheerful, serious, soft or dramatic. I personally like it if it has more grey undertones to it to calm the color down a little bit. That gives it more of a neutral base and makes the room feel a little more adult. Let's groove to the blues together! Enjoy! #blue #grey #interiordesign #home #decor #bedroom #bath #kitchen #livingroom #dining #modern #midcenturymodern #contempora

I am not usually a fan of the color pink, but lately I have been seeing it used so beautifully. It is a color that can make a room very sophisticated or it can bring in a fun punch of excitement to a space. Pink is all about the execution - you have to use it wisely in order to make it work. I found some rooms that use different shades of pink really well (below). So in my series of blog posts devoted to color, I present: Pink. Enjoy! #pink #interiordesign #livingroom #dining

I'm starting a new series of posts that will revolve around color. Spring has sprung and what is fresher than green this time of year? I think green is one of those colors that can be so versatile and always remains unique somehow. It can be bold and bright while earthy at the same time. It is truly a powerful and happy color. Enjoy! #green #interiordesign #decorating #decorator #decor #home #livingroom #bedroom #bed #bedding #lighting #art #accentwall #tile #bathroom #bath #

Here are some incredible living rooms for you to feast your eyes on! Enjoy! #livingroom #modern #interiordesign #contemporary #lighting #white #black #grey #brown #bold #wallpaper #accentwall #art #apartment #house #home #decor #naturalistic #clean #aesthetic #traditional #loft #industrial #midcenturymodern #charcoal #blue #fireplace #gallerywall

I have lived in big cities most of my life and have always had a fascination with loft apartments. So I found some really cool loft spaces to share this week. Enjoy! #loft #apartment #interiordesign #modern #contemporary #industrial #naturalistic #eclectic #brick #vintage #bedroom #livingroom #kitchen #dining #swing

I've been gathering some inspiration for a new project and I'm totally loving these vibes! So naturally, I had to share them! Enjoy! #interiordesign #home #decor #decorating #bohemian #modern #midcenturymodern #eclectic #contemporary #naturalistic #rustic #livingroom #antique #vintage #reclaimed #wood

Here are some great ways to incorporate plants into your home - some are a bit over the top but still very beautiful! Enjoy! #interiordesign #home #decor #decorating #plantlife #naturalistic #nature #trees #outdoor #green #white #black #bohemian #midcenturymodern #eclectic #transitional #contemporary #dining #livingroom

I've been gathering some inspiration ideas for a friend of mine who just bought a house in Nashville, TN. I am secretly obsessed with the idea of having a quaint little southern home - although I'd probably go nuts in a small town. So realistically, I'm staying in Los Angeles. But its been fun thinking of ideas for my friends place. Here are some of the inspiration shots I've gathered so far (while listening to a lot of Willie, Patsy, & Dolly of course). #rustic #interiordesi

I'm on an antique rug kick. Here are some spaces that beautifully execute incorporating antique rugs into more modern interiors. #interior #design #home #decor #rug #antique #vintage #livingroom #bathroom #bedroom #accessories #moroccan #bohemian #eclectic #modern #traditional #transitional #decorator #naturalistic #decorating