Posts with tag: "inspiration"
Vintage with a Twist!
Thursday, February 02, 2017
Vintage with a Twist!

This month I am channeling my true inner self; my love of design, a connection to Vintage and my passion for fashion. For this post I've incorporated shades of rich emerald, blush tones, sleek lines, and a hint of the tropics. Vintagely Vogue I'm truly inspired by photographer Slim Aarons whose photos focus on famous people doing attractive things in attractive places. Wonderful times, only a minute ago and now long gone. My heart belongs to that era of glamour, class and fun.  Touch of Whimsy Soft tones with a punch of color. Weeping greens and willowing branches paint this whimsical picture, with hints of gentle shades of pink. I love green all year ...

the Designer Guide to Gardens
Thursday, April 07, 2016
Vintage with a Twist!

April has arrived along with the liberating scent of Spring. It's time to get outside and soak in nature's beautiful surroundings. If it were up to me, I would spend endless days basking among billowing gardens, somewhere in France, England or perhaps Tuscany. I crave the rustic, minimal elements of the European style gardens. While I can't always have it my way, imagining and re-creating happens to be my specialty. Here's how I'll be crafting my very own European Garden this season.Luscious Landscapes There's nothing like a bunch of boxwoods to make a statement. These bountiful bushes are uniform yet vibrant, reminding us that simplicity is bold. To add an element of variation, ...

Inspiration + Inheritance
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Vintage with a Twist!

After many years decorating, I realize the enormous effort it takes to pull it all together and place those finishing touches on a project. Simply chosing which fabrics to pull, let alone deciding on the shape of a sofa, or wall color, may seem like small decisions to many. As a designer, these are the final little details which I take the time to hone in on, separating a house from a home. Before getting down to those details, first you'll need to decide where to start! No need to feel overwhelmed, you can always find a starting point in something. Perhaps it's the tone of an old wooden frame, or a piece of crystal orb. Whatever that thing may be, always run with it. Every awe inspiring ...

Kate in the Workplace- Part I
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Vintage with a Twist!

Even the designer needs to freshen up her space every now and then, or should I say, especially the designer. With new trends unfolding in the design industry daily, there's never a shortage of inspiration... and what's the use in fighting temptation? My advice is to listen to your heart when it tells you it's time for a re-design. Just a couple weeks ago I decided that my workspace needed a rehaul, and since then I have not looked back (aside from this blog post)! Now i'm inviting YOU behind the scenes of my work station rejuvenation.My previous space, while bright, beautiful and airy, lacked functionality and began to feel dated. I wanted to create a space where my staff would feel ...