The most significant improvement to “move this property” was a newly installed marble desktop and fresh coat of paint in a time-stamped, 1990’s home office, the first room buyers took in when entering this home. A couple of hours spent de-cluttering is always smart...

Initially my client intended to toss these well-used chairs, but after shopping and learning the price tag of an equivalent chair, she opted to re-upholster what she had. The combination of new foam and Dacron wrap made the cushions look...

My client called me in for a “Design Perspective”.  She hated her floors and wanted my professional opinion.  I questioned whether I should be brutally honest, and her response was “absolutely”.  Then truth be told, “your countertops bother me more than your...

Make an excuse to “powder your nose” so you are able to take in this spectacular powder bath.  There was enough Taj Mahal quartzite left from the recent kitchen remodel to resurface the countertop.  But it is the onyx sink,...

Wood floors in master bedrooms is becoming an ever more popular trend.  It connects the master bedroom seamlessly to the other significant rooms in the house.  It is certainly more carefree than carpet.  An area rug under the bed can address any “cold...

Every December for the last eight years, my client and I have readied her home for the holidays together.  It’s evolved into a highly anticipated fun social event.  We enjoy delicious finger food and mimosas while Christmas music or the Cowboy game plays...

WORKING RELATIONSHIP  Clients vary. A unique strength of mine, based on my background, is my flexibility to work with a variety of client types. To work together most effectively, it is important to recognize and communicate your “type”. Budget Considerations:...

One thing leads to the next.  The carpet had been replaced with hardwoods a few years in advance, but once the master bathroom was updated, the other components in the master bedroom sorely needed a refresh.  The existing furniture was refinished in...

I initially had to twist my client’s arm to have her consider glass art for her newly refinished master bedroom.  Once she entered the art glass studio, saw the possibilities, witnessed the creativity of our local Chihuly-trained artist and understood...

Why re-upholster when you can buy new?  Sometimes it doesn’t make sense, but frequently it does.  If you invested in a high quality piece of furniture that is classic in style, it is frequently worth preserving.  Secondly, when starting over with a...