Reader Q and A – Dining Room Space Planning
Hello , I have 9′ ceilings in my 12×11 Dining Room. Would it be OK to purchase an antique cabinet that is only 12″ from the ceiling (5′x8′x19″deep) ! I have floor to ceiling windows. I love this piece but wanted to make sure it didn’t overwhelm the room! Thank you Tonja The chairs against … Continue reading
Incorporating Branches, Logs, and Pinecones into a Table Centerpiece
It’s been a busy holiday season this year! I ended up doing a TV spot on holiday decorating which then inspired me to change my holiday decorating theme. I was inspired by a cedar tree that had come down in my yard, and I managed to save some of the logs, (from becoming fireplace burning wood), for … Continue reading
Staging Tips and Examples to Help Your Home Stand Out Above the Rest
These before and after photos can help inspire you with ideas for staging your home or condo to help your real estate stand out from the rest when you put it on the market. In Portland, OR the rental market is thriving right now, and some landlords are staging their show units for targeting their ideal target market. In … Continue reading
Is Your Home Stuck in a Time Warp? Here are Some Suggestions for Updating Your Decor!
This living room had a great look in the 1980’s – 1990’s, but it was ready for an update now that it’s 20 – 30 years later. Read on for room updating tips and to view the “after” photos of this room…
Beware of Trends… Especially When Purchasing a Sofa!
Oh the trends that are thrust upon us by the store specials. The floral sofa fad is a great example of a short-lived trend that caused people to spend more money than they originally intended, and then tire of the look very fast. These short lived trends quickly become outdated and people end up spending the money to replace them sooner rather then later…
Tips for Redecorating Your Home Office
The home office is usually a room that gets the most neglect, however a couple of good reasons to focus decorating your den are that it will help you be more productive for one, and if you plan the space right you can turn it into a guest room as well. Here are some great tips for making your den a more enjoyable place for working and/or functioning as a nice guestroom…
New Goals for the New Year… 8 Tips for Tackling Your Home Interior Dreams
There is all this talk about weight loss and fitness goals for New Year’s resolutions, but equally important are setting your goals for your home! Start out the new year with these 8 tips to help you tackle your home improvement dreams…
Decorating Tips for Adding a Tuscan Touch to Your Home Interior
When I design rooms with a Tuscan feel I add custom window treatments with a lot of fullness, iron or carved wood curtain rods, iron candle holders and wall sconces, stone finish on walls, large-scale chandeliers and traditional furniture with carved wood…
Tips and Tricks for Bedding and Pillows
As discussed this week on the Pete and Brenda radio show. Catch us today on Wednesday at 12:40 and Tuesday at 2:40 PST. You can stream it from your computer. Bedding: I recommend staying at some nice bed and breakfasts and/or plush hotels and paying attention to what you like about the bedding. When I was younger, this … Continue reading
Inspiration for Adding Fabric and Window Treatments in the Bedroom
Whether your style is modern, contemporary, or traditional, window & fabric treatments can make a huge difference in completing the look of your bedroom. Fabric and window treatments can add to your decor in so many ways, including…
Devine Decorating Results for Your Interior 