NOTES FROM MY PORTFOLIO

There are lots of little interior design tidbits rambling around in my head these days. This is ‘oh’ so very normal for me, especially when I am working on a large decorating job with lots of elements. That is the case right now. As with every design job, there are certain elements that every one … Continue reading

Mission Possible – Eco Friendly Interior Designing

It is the responsibility of all of us to do our part to help preserve our environment and restore Mother Earth to good health. It is not a ‘mission impossible’ and we all need to step up and accept the challenge. Let’s s reduce our carbon footprint in our homes and offices. How we decorate, … Continue reading

THE NEW BRILLIANT IDEA

It seems like it has been around forever. We never give it a second thought. When night comes we just reach up and flick the switch to turn it on. What I am talking about is the lowly light bulb that has illuminated our nights and symbolized “brilliant ideas” when the “light goes on” in … Continue reading

Look What I Found For You

The oval braided rug that sat in the paneled den of America’s homes for years has been reinvented and updated with a twist on that classic design. It is modern, natural and fresh. It is great for high traffic areas and as a bonus is reversible. We are partial to the new rectangular shape that … Continue reading

A Lighting Primer for Chandeliers and Pendants

I am a firm believer that getting the lighting just right is important to good design. I am often asked about the right size and how high to hang chandeliers and ceiling pendants. These guidelines listed below will answer your chandelier and pendant mounting questions. Light width over a table or kitchen island should be … Continue reading

Get to Know Creatively Yours Custom Interior Design – Part I

Come on into Creatively Yours Custom and meet the gang. Take a virtual walk around the office and get an insider peek at what we’re all about. Let us introduce you to our friendly design service and see for yourself why we say “We create the aah moment for your rooms

‘Before & After’ – A Design Project Transformation

Take a peek at this foyer transformation to see the wonderful change that took place in this space. My client wanted to add a little bit of luxe and spaciousness to her home.   The biggest design change was the addition of the tall corner mirrors. Suddenly the foyer came alive with light, space and … Continue reading

Bring The Beauty of Nature Inside For Christmas

Nature provides us with many other elements to adorn our homes with this season in addition to her fragrant Frasier firs. Orange Nandina berries and red Holly berries add a bright splash of color to seasonal arrangements and look great tied together with a gold ribbon in a skinny vase. Spray paint magnolia leaves a … Continue reading

My Go-To Paint Colors

In my designer bag of tricks, there are piles of paint chips in my 2 favorite colors that never fail to please my clients and their families.   First up is Sherwin Williams Inviting Ivory (SW637). It is a fresh and warm color that welcomes everyone with its sunny disposition that is not too gold or … Continue reading

A Redesign That Says “Welcome Home”

Have you ever seen a TV makeover show? If so, then you likely have heard remarked “I hardly recognized this room!”. Television may not be real life, but the makeovers really do make a big difference in the home. I recently completed a redesign on a home in Fredericksburg Virginia for a lovely couple that … Continue reading