… or sweet… or tranquil… or sophisticated… or cheerful… or sporty… (felt like I was naming off Spice Girls or the 7 Dwarfs for a second there…)

Summer is an awesome time to paint. But when contemplating the options feels a bit like counting stars in the night sky, it’s no wonder that many are overwhelmed with the thought of it. Regardless of whether you love or hate to paint, color can have a remarkable affect on us - not just psychologically but physiologically.

Few people realize that color affects our mood, our appetite, even how well we are able to concentrate or relax in a space. Literally, color can make or break a room. Need I also mention that 1 in 10 men are also color blind?

Because color can be so complicated, and because I know the difference the right color can make, a color consultation is one of my favorite services I offer. I love being able to work with someone for what could be as little as an hour, and be able to provide them with peace of mind and confidence that they will love their color selection.

Is there a painting project on your To Do list this summer? Call or write today to schedule your consultation.

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If you ask me, every home should have a cozy corner of some sort. Check these out:

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As we continue our tour of sensational spaces, we move from the mudroom to the kitchen. This is one of the most important rooms in your home - not just for daily function and family time, but as a major selling point for your house.

Essential characteristics for a successful space: durable/easy to clean materials, an efficient work triangle, and several layers of effective lighting. Other details to consider include quality cabinetry, abundant storage opportunities, desk area for bill paying or homework, and well-suited for conversation/entertaining.

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Spring is officially here. Whether or not we still have 2′ of snow in New England is another subject…. If you’re wondering what is trending for Spring 2014, read on.

From fashion to your front door, sticky sweet pastels are in bloom this spring. Rather than committing an entire room to this trend, I’m probably more likely to invest in a cute top or colorful shoes. But that is just me. This palette works well for many, especially blond hair/blue eye “spring” homeowners. Know what I mean?

Stay tuned for more trends to follow!

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Some time has passed since I’ve done much Pinning. My Pinterest consumption got a little out of control back in the days of wedding planning. Now that I’ve had a respectable break, I thought it wouldn’t hurt to explore some seasonal imagery. All good things in moderation, right?

How will you be decorating for the fall this year?

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Some projects are small, some projects are large. Some projects are fast, some projects take years.

As you will recall from previous posts (here and here), I have had the fortunate opportunity to participate in the Endicott Hotel renovation for the last year or so. At long last, our chapter has closed on this project and the happy tenants have moved in.

The images below capture the large unit (blues/green), the smaller unit (reds/orange), and the common areas we furnished/staged.

In case I haven’t mentioned it before, I have a MAJOR thing for Ikat fabrics. They are graphic, they are colorful, they are exotic, and simply sensational. Ikat (pronounced e-cot) is a dying technique utilizing a resist dyeing process (sorta like using rubber bands in tie dyeing). The yarns are strategically dyed prior to being woven, resulting in a fabulous striated pattern. This design has been known to various cultures for centuries, and it’s a hot trend you’re likely to see more of in 2013. Absolutely love it!

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Be still my heart. I have a MAJOR thing for Chesterfield sofas. They are classic, sophisticated, textural, versatile, awesome, fantastic, wonderfulness. Seriously. I can barely think. This is a problem.

Of course you don’t have to take my word for it. See for yourself!

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(I’ve got to laugh). Originally this post was going to feature bold oranges, reds, and golds - all the beautiful colors of the season, right? But then I looked outside my window and realized - you missed peak season kiddo… So, while this post may not feature the breadth of color that was originally planned, I still think these warm tonal spaces are quite delicious just the same.

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With the onset of snuggly weather, I thought I might offer a bit of toasty fireplace inspiration. Aren’t these delightful?

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