Shelves can be used for function or fun but either way, they should be used with an intention in mind. Gone are the days that we create a high shelf to put plastic plants on. Today, we create shelves for intentional purposes – either to display art, books or even to define a room. In… Continue reading Shelf Life
Month: August 2014
Fabric of the Week: Shada
Shada is a hand drawn design that was inspired both from a flower and the moroccan designs so popular today. Available in 8 color ways we can easily customize this design to occupy the entire pillow or repeat graphically several times on a window treatment. We will work with you to create a product that… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Shada
Outdoor Lighting Ideas
Outdoor lighting should be creative and fun! The lights on this pergola provide light but also a festive flare! The functional sconce on the wall that marks the door and also provides some light. I typically hang and candle above the dining table when having a party and string lights around the pergola. Here are some… Continue reading Outdoor Lighting Ideas
Big Foliage for a Big Impact
Large foliage plants create drama and enthusiasm. They are easy for the eye to look and and define. It is the difference of looking at a painted wall and one with printed floral wallpaper. Sometimes you need the detailed accents, sometimes you need the solid. Same is true with plants. I find that using large… Continue reading Big Foliage for a Big Impact
Tuesday’s Talk: Create a Modern & Historic Garden
Strawberry Banke Museum in Portsmouth, NH is a magical place to be. When you walk by, you can enjoy the gardens but did you also know that they are all historic or heirloom plants? Carefully maintained by John Forti and a long list of volunteers, these plants also create a visual feast and accent the historic… Continue reading Tuesday’s Talk: Create a Modern & Historic Garden
Fabric of the Week: Allegash Lite
This fabric is dynamic and vibrant providing interest and dimension to your room as well making a statement. The fabric is “lite” because it is a different version of “Allegash”. There are a few lines that are edited out to simplify the design. Then the design was scaled to 38″ diameter and a duvet cover… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Allegash Lite
How to Arrange Your Furniture
Arranging your furniture in an open space can be a challenge if the space has a few different traffic patterns. Add a fireplace and it makes it even more tricky, especially if this also functions as your TV viewing area. One more complexity added to this space is an amazing view of the ocean. Here… Continue reading How to Arrange Your Furniture
How to Choose a Perfect Rug
In 2009 we were able to go to New Zealand and what an amazing, unforgettable trip that we all want to repeat! Almost immediately upon arriving, it was apparent that the sheep basically ruled the country. In the state of Maine, there are more trees than people. In country of New Zealand, there are more… Continue reading How to Choose a Perfect Rug