Ready or not, another school year is about to begin.  Preparation goes way beyond purchasing pens, pencils and backpacks.  Moms and dads are thinking ahead to the school year scramble that will certainly ensue:  after school this, sports practice that, music lessions, science projects, the dog ate my homework, essays, algebra, carpooling, dinner on the go, heartburn, headaches – I’m exhausted just thinking about it!

Families living in the fast lane need to be adaptable and organized. Working with a designer can help this familiy establish appropriate study environments, storage solutions, as well as encourage a comforting space for the fleeting moments of relaxation.  A family on the go doesn’t have time for “Mom, where is my [fill in the blank]?”

Your friendly professional organizer is just a phone call away!

Probably every home or office has that catch-all drawer, table, or closet, but some cases of clutter are a bit more severe.  The stack became a pile, the pile became a mountain, and the mountain grew out of control.  Like watering Gremlins and feeding them after midnight, clutter can multiply to chaotic and destructive measures.  One day you may step back and wonder, “what happened to my home?”

Clutter can rob someone of their energy, freedom, and living the life their soul intended.  If you know a friend or relative who has some serious clutter issues, I ask that you simply plant the seed about working with a professional.  This habit can be a lifetime in the making and will require a commitment from them to change.  When they are ready and willing, I’d love to help them on their way to greatness.

Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese practice of organizing a space to create a harmonious living environment.  To be quite honest with you, it is not a service I often mention.  Reason being:  of those who have shown interest in the practice, I have met an equal number of skeptics. 

Regardless of whether or not you are a believer, principles such as harmony, variety, balance, and awareness to the flow of energy thread Feng Shui into what I consider simply good design.   

Potential candidates for Feng Shui include those who:

• have read/watched “The Secret”;
• enjoy authors such as Napoleon Hill or Paulo Coelho;
• believe in abundance, recognize energy, or have studied Tai Chi; and
• are looking for a catalyst for change.

From the interested individual to the hard-core enthusiasts, Lavender & Lotus Interior Design would love to be part of your next project.

Mother Nature, in all her glory, sure had her share of mood swings this week.  Sunny and 86 one day, drizzly and 56 the next.  (We must be in New Hampshire!)  Well despite her occasional cloudy disposition, I’d like to thank Mother Nature for infecting so many of us with Spring Fever.  The male reaction to this climate change is often to jump on their Harley’s or scramble to the nearest golf course.  Women, on the other hand, might take this opportunity  to update their home with the season.

 Spring is a time for cleaning, pulling clothes out of storage, organizing, rearranging furniture, or change color palettes entirely.  Make the most of this year’s Spring cleaning with the advice of a professional.  Call or write for a consultation today!

Where do I begin?  Just the thought of writing this post has my mind racing with excitement!!!  That, or perhaps I’ve had too much coffee.  Either way, Target is a fantastic resource for just about everything.  Rather than walking you through, aisle by aisle, I will do my best to focus on that which is most relevant.

The images below reflect a lot of my own personal style.  Aren’t they fabulous?!  If you happen to disagree, don’t count them out alltogether.  Between their retail stores and online, Target has a huge selection of bedding, lighting, window treatments, home decor, tableware, and the list goes on…

After all the preparation that goes into celebrating the holidays, in the blink of an eye and a flurry of wrapping paper, they have gone.  Regardless of what traditions are practiced, we all end the holidays with more stuff than we started with.  But where to put it all?

Do you know a household that generally doesn’t put Christmas presents away until Valentine’s Day?  2010 can be the year to change this habit and get their home under control.  Lavender & Lotus would love to be part of their next project, whether it be organizational skills, putting an old room to new use, or for a simple color consultation. 

So what are you waiting for?  Pick up the phone and call for a free consultation.

The sun is shining, birds chirp outside my window, and the curtains float up on a gentle breeze.  The smell of lilacs and apple blossoms fill the room.  Green explodes outside.  Spring is a time to celebrate the joy of a new year, starting over, a time for growth.  It’s time for change and your home is a great place to start.

“Home is not just a place to sleep, home is where we house our souls.”                 Alexandra Stoddard

Aimee Leduc of Lavender & Lotus Interior Design is available for projects big and small:  paint color, window treatments, furniture placement, personal organizing, and rennovations including kitchens, bathrooms, and basements, to name a few.  Call or write for a free consultation today!