Gifts to Give and to Get

Those final touches give us so much joy. That’s why we decided to carry some of our favorite brands right here in our studio, for styling, shopping, and inspiration. We’re sharing our top picks for holiday gifting - the perfect gifts to give, or to get.

The best part - stop by our studio at 201 SW 5th Street in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, today through Friday, 12/7, and enjoy 20% off our selection of home accessories.

Noir Furniture

Hand Gesture Sculptures $120

Babe Australia

Rosa Large Candle $75

BIDK Home

14 Wick Hammered Metal Candle $160

Ancesserie

Texting on Crane Letterpress Notecards Set: 8 for $24

Worlds Away

Lips Vase $90

Cheers to the most wonderful time of the year!

Thanksgiving Table Inspiration

Need some last minute design inspiration for that perfect holiday table? 

We love these tips, plus a coastal chic take on the holiday from a clients home pictured above. Stunning.

Wow your guests and maintain your sanity, with a few decor tips from the experts:

1. It's about people, not perfection - don't worry about every plate matching, every place setting looking perfect. Eclectic is "in." 

2. When in doubt, flowers - bring mismatched table top items together with a consistent floral theme. Keep it simple with berry garland or branches of greenery and pumpkins for a festive table setting. 

3. Try a new color palette - veer off from the typical orange, brown, and red. Try something new like this season. Perfect in Florida, go coastal chic with all white or pops of blue. 

We hope everyone has a wonderful, happy Thanksgiving with your families!

The Design Process: Tips for Getting Started

Renovating, remodeling, redecorating, even just a refresh. Regardless of the end goal, the design process at any scale can be daunting. We so often have clients coming to us, totally overwhelmed by where to start. Luckily, if you work with an interior designer, they should help you navigate the wheres and hows to begin. And if you’re going on your own, we’ve put together our top tips for getting started. Design 101.

1. Know Your Budget - This is the first place you should start. Determining your budget, and putting together a plan to work within that budget, should be step one of any design process.

2. Get to know the Floor Plan - And we mean, intimately. Make sure you know the dimensions and details of the space you’re working with. Don’t forget windowsills, molding or ceiling details!

3. Old Vs. New - Take an inventory. What do you already own that can work in your new space? Repurposing furniture and accessories you already own, and mixing with new pieces, can help keep you on budget and infuse the room with warmth and character.

4. Inspiration - The first time we sit down with a client, we ask them one pivotal question: '“What inspires you?” We love getting a sense of what the client is drawn to before starting a project. Now is the time to scour Pinterest and Houzz. Pay attention to both the specific pieces you love, and the overall look and feel of the rooms you are drawn to. See what moves you and seek to make it your own.

Ready to get started? Contact us today. We’d love to chat!

Shades of Grey

Navigating the endless variations of wall color can be daunting - from shades of grey to the whitest whites - so it's no surprise we get asked over and over again for guidance on selecting the perfect paint color for our clients.  The small nuances between different shades of color - especially whites and greys - can have a big impact on the finished product of your home - so it helps to look to an expert for tips.

Here are the top five timeless, classic shades we always find ourselves coming back to when searching for the perfect neutral.

• White Dove by Benjamin Moore - a light and luminous white.

• Aesthetic White by Sherwin Williams - the perfect soft white for the home.

• Gray Mist by Benjamin Moore - a classic shade that complements accent colors.

• Alaskan Husky by Benjamin Moore - a timeless and elegant neutral.

• Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore - rich, deep, and luxurious, this is a versatile neutral that works well with most color schemes.

Still not sure? Let your inspiration and decor guide you to selecting a color. Use testers, and make sure to test your colors not only on the wall, but also against your furniture and fabrics. When in doubt, we're here for you!