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Dixie Carter, who plays Julia Sugarbaker in the CBS television show 'Designing Women', poses inside of a picture frame, California, 1987. (Photo by CBS Photo Archive/Getty Images)

29 Aug 2019

Decorating Emergencies – Yes, they are real and we’ve got you covered!

By platemark On August 29, 2019 With No Comments

We always joke that interior decorating emergencies don't exist – save for the ones we can handle. Like you move in with a significant other and your collective stuff clashes.

Posted in Design Process, Tips, Hints & Pointers, Renovation & Construction

02 Apr 2018

Downsizing, Yes, but Don’t Forget Upsizing Too

By platemark On April 2, 2018 With No Comments

Many of our clients struggle with the challenges of downsizing. But what about upsizing? Typically out of college, we land our first job, maybe we shack up in a trendy urban neighborhood, then get married, celebrate a first born. But the inevitable arrives, planning for that second (or third) child?

Posted in Design Process, Philosophy, Renovation & Construction

03 Jan 2018

Are You Embarrassed to Have People Over?

By platemark On January 3, 2018 With No Comments

Aren't we all, at some level a bit afraid of being judged? Our homes might be the ultimate reveal into our personal attics of shame.

Posted in Design Process, Renovation & Construction, Tips, Hints & Pointers

21 Dec 2017

Isn’t Paint Just Paint?

By platemark On December 21, 2017 With No Comments

The one thing that will completely transform a room is an exceptional paint job. It's the type of application that people can understand and relate to, though rarely give much consideration to the varying levels of quality.

Posted in Design Process, Tips, Hints & Pointers, Renovation & Construction, Philosophy

09 Oct 2017

20 Questions I Don’t Know the Answer To

By platemark On October 9, 2017 With No Comments

There's a lot I know – and a ton I don't. Here's some questions to ponder with me.

Posted in Design Process, Tips, Hints & Pointers, Renovation & Construction

01 Apr 2017

Why Does Everything Take So Long?

By platemark On April 1, 2017 With No Comments

We're so impatient. Trust me, I'm the worst in that regard. Though ironically I'm perfectly suited for this job because I aim my shepherding powers directly at…

Posted in Tips, Hints & Pointers, Renovation & Construction, Decorative Elements

25 Mar 2017

Shut Up About Marble Countertops Already

By platemark On March 25, 2017 With 2 Comments

I love marble. Everything about the natural, ancient quality of its surface. The porous, timeworn signs of a material that has endured hundreds of millions…

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28 Feb 2017

Why You Can’t Get a Good Contractor (Hint: It’s not the Economy)

By platemark On February 28, 2017 With No Comments

Answers to this age-old question are staring you in the face.

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11 Feb 2017

Just Bought a Fixer-Upper? Feeling Lost?

By platemark On February 11, 2017 With No Comments

We understand. We get lots of calls from homeowners eager for us to solve this very problem. It's overwhelming, but we're going to break it down into some simple steps to guide you on your way.