How Symmetry Can Bring You Peace

Do you want your space to feel calming and balanced?  If you do, it’s important to introduce a sense of symmetry in the room.  People who enter a room that is arranged in a symmetrical manner will often describe it as peaceful.  And who isn’t looking to...

Another Example of Red + Turquoise

This weekend, I had to share one more image of a room with the red + turquoise combo that I blogged about earlier this week.  I especially love the patterns in this living room.   Hope you all have a lovely weekend.  I’m going to see a brand new play by Wes...

Decorative Ideas for Seashells

Who doesn’t have at least a few seashells saved from a favorite beach vacation?  Recently, my beautiful friend Leif came over for dinner and brought me these: I suppose the intended use of these is for serving oysters.  But we both thought these would be great...

Turquoise + Red

I’ve been pondering turquoise and red as a pairing. Together, they are a brave duo that livens up any boring space.     It’s beach meets Manhattan, casual meets chic.         It’s got a mildly retro vibe, but is...

What Color is Your Car?

You may or may not know that before I became a decorator I was a psychologist.   Maybe that’s why I have aways been fascinated with the psychology of color.  I recently read a blog article called What Does Your Car Color Say About You?  Since purchasing the...
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