These projects always take longer than you think. Our first problem arose when we installed our bath and it happened to be about an inch and a half too short. Since its probably not a real good idea ...
Nothing like pounding holes in your walls and ripping out flooring to relieve some stress. Heres a few pictures of the demo.
I just finished the design plan for the main bathroom remodel in our mid-century ranch. We werent exactly planning on undertaking a project of this magnitude with a baby just around the corner and an...
Every so often a project comes along where you get to work on a design at its inception. So excited for my latest project in Sherwood, OR. My clients are building a custom farmhouse on a 10 acre piec...
Titan Escutcheon Plate, Rejuvenation First off..a quick vocabulary lesson. "Escutcheon" is actually the proper name from the little plate that surrounds your door knob. See ho...
I prepared a design plan for a client moving into a darling house in Multnomah Village. She loved eclectic furniture and wanted a Moroccan vibe in the new space. The interior was previously painted a...
I am in the middle of an ongoing search for the perfect office chair. Im looking for a perfect balance between form and function, style and comfort. Its no easy task. Today I thought Id share a...
Before I say anything about the artist, just have a close look at these photographs.Wait....what??? Now look again. French photographer, George Rousse combines his love of architectural photogra...
I was so happy when apartment therapy posted a Quick History of Art Nouveau today. http://www.apartme nttherapy.com/ny/retrospect/qu ick-history-art-nouveau-142976 Im a HUGE fan of the Art Nouveau ...
Here are a few more conceptual drawings that Stephanie and I have been working on for Live Laugh Love Glass Studio. We are excited to be working with Chris Walker from CIDA Architecture who will...
While browsing on craigslist as I often do, and I stumbled onto a happy surprise. A design competition of sorts for an art glass studio. Interior Design jobs arent listed everyday (Im sure my fellow ...
I often watch movies, never for the purpose of being inspired, but I love when a movie visually knocks me on my ass. The Fall, directed by Tarsem Singh (The Cell), starring Lee Pace and Catinca...
I recently finished a presentation for my clients who are remodeling their living and dining room. I was asked to create a Pacific Northwest inspired space with a mid-century modern flair. Space plan...
You can often find me perusing my favorite vintage stores around Portland. I love finding interesting and unusual pieces. Pieces with history. Pieces with strong bones and excellent craftsmanship..bu...
This post by Modernica is a must see. http://blog.modernic a.net/?p=16107 A spectacular collection of mid century modern miniatures. Makes me miss my days of model building...Phot...
I love snuggling up with a blanket and a good book on a cold winter day in front of the fire. Theres nothing like it. So, in lieu of the recent gloomy Portland weather, I thought this an ap...
Hairpin furniture is the bees knees. Its a mid century staple. I love the way you can juxtapose a heavy slab of wood with hairpin legs to make it appear like its floating. The good news is..you can d...
Welcome to the Adventure Room. Yes, its a bedroom. No, not that kind of adventure. We call it the adventure room because it houses all the tid-bits weve picked up in our travels. Originally this was ...
Just thought Id share a little side project Ive been working on in my free time. I was asked to design and layout a student newspaper for a 4th grade class. What an ingenious class project. Not to me...
I love the holidays. Ask anyone. My tree was up and house was decorated the day after thanksgiving. Of course, I would have decorated at the start of fall, but my sensible husband refuses to let me. ...
I received my sketchbook yesterday and couldnt wait to get started. My theme? Mystery Maps.the sketchbook projecttheme: mystery mapsjournal: black moleskin, size: 5.5 x 8.5media: technical pens,...
Heard of the sketchbook project? If not, you should check it out. The Sketchbook Project is a national art project based out of Brooklyn. Essentially, it will be a huge collection of sketch...
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