January 21st, 2010 marks one year of existence for my interior design practice and my Name Day. Where did the time go. It feels like yesterday that I was learning how to crawl in the business sector, and today, I am standing tall and moving ahead stronger than ever. Read the rest of this entry »
Inspired by the my drawing workshop, the numerous techniques I learned and the self-confidence I’ve discovered within me, I created new office art for my husband. Read the rest of this entry »
The reason I took the workshop
I’ve always enjoyed the arts. I used to take a sketch pad and a box of pastels on family vacations and spend afternoons drawing my surroundings. I never really understood how to draw correctly, but through observation, I was able to recreate the reality of paper. Read the rest of this entry »
Wondering why some people can draw better than others? Besides the obvious reason, a natural incline or talent, the best graphic artists and illustrators put in their dues and work hard to reach the top. Luckily for those, who are not as gifted (like me) but who want to learn and are committed to becoming better at drawing, there is hope. Read the rest of this entry »
Ever since I read Daniel Pink’s “A whole new mind”, I felt I had to take a step back and pick up his first book published nearly 9 years ago. It may seem like a long time, but to my surprise, the points made in the book are as relevant today as they were when the book was written. “Free Agency won”. Read the rest of this entry »
PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise
It’s official. Turquoise has been named the color of the year 2010. Read the rest of this entry »
I have recently started sharing my expertise with the readers of www.bizme.biz, which is a great online resource for young professionals and recent graduates entering the workforce and looking for advise. Read the rest of this entry »
I am working on a project, where cork has become a dominating theme. We are installing cork flooring by Duro-Design. Redoing the bar to implement a clever wine storage solution. I am exploring ways to incorporate recycled wine stoppers into the front counter top and even cork artwork. While doing online research, I run into all these fascinating products. Read the rest of this entry »
When Mike and Gail found out that they were expecting a second child, I was very excited for them. First of all, because they make great parents and decided to add another member to their family after seven years of raising their son, Nathan. Secondly, because I had the biggest urge to design a nursery and this was the perfect opportunity to do that! They were gracious enough to allow me to step into their lives and give them a room that is a happy, safe and playful area for Linnea to grow in. Read the rest of this entry »
Whether in a commercial or residential setting, countertop and backsplash materials have always been considered the icing on the cake in the completion or updating of a space. They bring interest, provide element of contrast, as well as define the design style. No matter what the budget number is, you can now find just the right surface that will make sense aesthetically and financially. Read the rest of this entry »