Journal

Trending: Perforated Metal

Perforated metal has become popular in architectural applications over the past few years for good reason: this relatively inexpensive, durable medium is a dramatic way to add creative personality to a façade or interior, while often also increasing the sustainability of designs. It’s no surprise that this enthusiasm for perforated metal has now found its... Read more

Current Dining Room Project: A Work in Progress

I don’t know about you guys, but I love seeing a design project go from start to finish. Today I would like to share a current project my team is working on for a client that has made the big decision to move their family cross-country. The client found a cute new home in an... Read more

How to select plumbing with Build.com

Hi Friends! I’m here today to talk plumbing – no not how to solder pipes and the differences between PVC and copper – but decorative plumbing (faucets etc) in your bathrooms and kitchen.  As I’ve been in the process of selecting and installing plumbing in the Hotlanta Midmod for the past few months I thought I’d... Read more

Tuesday Trends: Jewel Box

As autumn rolls in it’s time to embrace cozy interiors full of moody, rich color. Emerald, scarlet, navy, and deep peacock teal can be beautifully paired with autumn’s other darling: ochre yellow. Never fear – these jewel tones also look fantastic with Millennial Pink. Balance it all with gold accents, black laquer, or a threadbare vintage... Read more

Get the Look: Modern Playful Workspace

Hey, Kate Cabiltes here! A workspace doesn’t have to be boring, but it does have to be organized and streamlined. I love the playful style of this modern Australian workspace featured on Domino. With very high ceilings, there is a great utilization of space, adding multiple layers of upper shelving. Modern Scandinavian style furniture and accents... Read more

Roundup: Decorative Tiles

Looking for a way to spice up your home? Decorative tiles can be the perfect option to add some flare to your space. Although consistently a great choice for flooring and kitchen back-splashes, the limits don’t end there. There are many other uses for decorative and patterned tiles that you may not think of right... Read more

Roundup: Millennial Pink

Millennial Pink: the color that just won’t go away. Also known as ‘Tumblr Pink’ and ‘Scandi Pink,’ it’s been consistently used in designs for years now after making what we thought was it’s peak in 2012. But why is it still so popular? Millennial pink has turned away from being viewed as girly and frilly... Read more

Trending: Cane Furniture

Hey, Kate Cabiltes here! I am all about rattan so it’s no surprise that cane often catches my eye as well. Made from rattan or bamboo, this classic furniture motif is best used in small doses – in my humble opinion. While the beautiful texture of cane certainly attracts attention it is by no means... Read more

Roundup: Statement Dining Chairs

If you’re anything like me, designing a dining room space can be a bit frustrating at times. Over time I’ve found that the dining room is the one area where I feel I have the least amount of freedom to give the space some flair.  Finding products that I like is not the problem here.Typically, trouble arises... Read more

Get the Look: Neutral Geometric Bedroom

Hi, it’s Kate Cabiltes! I am a fan of most designs that Emily Henderson’s former assistant Ginny MacDonald puts together. This cozy room that she schemed up is pretty dreamy but far from boring. The neutrals keep it serene and calm but the patterned walls make a bold statement, and I love how the lines... Read more

Roundup: Velvet Furnishings

Have you noticed velvet furnishings popping up all over the place? I have, too, and it’s because they are making a stylish come back this year. Once seen as old fashion and out of style, velvet furnishings are currently in their peak while being considered one of the top interior design trends of 2019. Velvet... Read more

Hair we go!

I’ve been rocking my bangs with bun for almost 5 years now with a little break in the middle where it became bangs with bob.  Now I think I’m ready for a change. We are settled into our Atlanta house and I’m trying to up my self care routine and thinking that perhaps I could... Read more