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
In early October, I attended my first interior design trade show, NeoCon 2021 at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. At the event, the American Society of Interior Designers hosted a panel of professional designers giving advice to design students
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
As I get deeper into my interior design degree, I’m gaining a greater appreciation for a more holistic view of residential design. I’ve begun thinking beyond the design of a room or even a whole house’s interior to consider the impact of the
Recent traditional décor projects had me giving some meaningful pieces renewed purpose. These transformations include an old carpet scrap, a broken flowerpot, and a bed headboard. One of my favorite aspects of traditional design is rescuing old
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
Our formal living room has two square windows, one on each side of the fireplace bump-out. They are very old hopper windows that open inward from a bottom hinge, but they are painted shut and currently inoperable. Because that room is a little
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 a busy summer. I’ve been a bit short on blog posts because I’ve been toiling away at the sewing machine, creating many new items, including three king-sized quilts. I’m so excited to share these items with you,
Read all about it! Grandeur on Grove has its first media coverage! I’m excited to share an article about Grandeur on Grove published in the Wednesday Journal of Oak Park and River Forest. The article discusses the launching of an
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
The summer weather has been warm and it’s a holiday weekend. Many of us are stepping outside our homes and enjoying the outdoors. In that spirit, I’m straying from typical interior design fare to share some travel inspirations for
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
