by Lori | Jan 15, 2014 | Books, Free Interior Design Advice, Green Building, Green Living, interior design education, interior design education, Materials, Uncategorized
Anyone see the smog images from China lately? If you had any questions about how the environment is adversely affected by the manufacturing of goods and materials, you’re likely a believer after viewing those photos. For those of you who think, “oh... by Lori | Nov 8, 2013 | Events, Free Interior Design Advice, Furniture, Interior Design Trends, Retailers, Uncategorized
I had a lovely tour of HGTV Home while I was at High Point last month and I was inspired by the bold colors, patterns and textures. I love the Mexican inspired, Like A Diamond fabric. I expect to see this trend continue in a big way. I can never get enough of bar... by Lori | Sep 13, 2013 | Accesories, Architecture and Design, Before and After, Free Interior Design Advice, Interior Design Trends, Retailers
Let’s play a game of Would You Rather. Would you rather have a room with this: or this… The Instant Can Converter is one of my latest fan favorites. Have you seen this? It’s a simple kit that can bring instant style and charm to your home without a... by Lori | Aug 19, 2013 | Architecture and Design, Blogs, Free Interior Design Advice, interior design education, Interior Designers
I love HOUZZ and I can’t say it enough. It’s something I use often in my business and consider it to be a huge asset to what I do on a day to day basis. So I thought I’d share my enthusiasm and offer my Top 5 Reasons why it’s the best go-to resource,... by Lori | Apr 30, 2013 | Architecture and Design, Design Camp, Events, Free Interior Design Advice, Furniture, interior design education, interior design education, Interior Design Trends, Interior Designers, Parties, Press, Public Speaking, Uncategorized
Inspiring interior designers across the country with our Design Camps, we couldn’t pass up the chance to meet and greet at High Point Market. Camp Counselors Leslie Newsom Rascoe (Veranda Editor), Lisa Newsom (House of Veranda), Bill Indursky (VandM), Lisa... by Lori | Mar 25, 2013 | Accesories, Artists and Galleries, Events, Free Interior Design Advice, Furniture, interior design education, interior design education, Interior Design Trends, Interior Designers, Magazines, Parties, Press
Why do I look forward to Legends of La Cienega all year? Is it mingling with my colleagues, some of best interior designers in Los Angeles? The exquisitely curated showrooms? The “scene and be seen” cocktail parties? Chatting it up with my editor and...