In Interiors Visualized, I talked about the importance of conveying an idea visually to clients and highlighted some of my initial attempts. As I advance in my interior design classes, I’ve produced many visual goodies. There are software
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On this Monday, I’m sharing mood boards I’ve developed for my interior design classes. Mood boards are exciting to create because you aren’t committing to particular materials or furniture, but instead, you are capturing the
I love finding antique wood furniture pieces in need of a little TLC, giving them a quick refresh, and discovering their potential. This is especially rewarding when finding a piece that’s been discarded. Last weekend, my sister-in-law and
The arrival of spring marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of this site. It’s been so meaningful to me to share my journey through traditional design with you. Thank you for reading! Your comments and feedback mean the world to me. Today
Grandeur on Grove has gone back to school. That’s right; I’m pursuing a degree in Interior Design! It’s been 13 years since I finished graduate school, but I’ve quickly gotten back into student mode. It helps that I love all things design so
Welcome to Part II of my Summer Project Updates. If you missed Part I, it covered several sewing projects. This update is about putting into action the traditional décor topics I’ve discussed in previous articles. Here’s a peek at how I’ve
It’s been three years since we moved into our 114-year-old home. It’s been such a pleasure to be its current guardians as we honor the house’s history while customizing the décor to our tastes. Taste and style differ by
Arched doorways, supports, and bridges are feats of structural engineering and architecture that support weight via a decorative shape. An arch’s dual role garners both functional respect and aesthetic appreciation. Considering that the
A Short History of Tapestries Tapestries are heavy textiles of wool or cotton woven in an artistic pattern that produces a picture. I’m focusing on tapestries from the European Medieval period through the Arts and Crafts era. Some
Two of my favorite activities are selecting fabrics and rehabbing antique furniture. I love seeing the potential in a beautifully shaped antique furniture piece and envisioning the transformation that a new fabric cover would unveil.
My travels in Western Europe and visits to traditionally decorated homes and castles have made a big impression on my decorating style and experience. One of my favorite decorative delights is viewing the textiles used in luxurious homes.
