Happy New Year! As I look ahead to the new I like to reflect on the nostalgia of the past. I love to mix the past with the future to bring meaning to design.

When I was in my teens back in ’75 I inherited a sofa from my grandmother. Just prior to her passing away she told me she was giving me her couch and to make sure everyone knew it. What a treasure! That sofa was fairly contemporary for its day as the lines were very modern (not the typical ball and claw of its era). It was originally upholstered in mohair when my great-grandma owned it and then my grandmother had it recovered in leather. Once in my possession, to honor their past, I used both mohair and leather. I added the big silver buttons to modernize and freshen it up. I used leather on the seats as they get more wear and tear and mohair on the back for comfort. Don’t we all appreciate design a bit more if it has not only aesthetic appeal but meaning? So my challenge for you in the New Year is to find or create meaning in your home. I hope to give you bits of inspiration throughout the year!

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If you aren’t in the process of building a home there are several ways to add impact to your existing ceiling no matter the size of your home.

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In small spaces I will often add wallpaper to the ceiling for impact.

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To schedule a consultation for ceiling design in your home, contact me at 801-292-1512.

In any space, ceiling detail can create character, ambiance, and aesthetic. The style of client and type of detail work used in a space shapes the ceiling detail. The first couple photos are from homes I have designed, the next few are from ceilings I’ve appreciated on home tours.

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Have you all recovered from the Halloween festivities? After the pass of one holiday it often feels like a race to get ready for the next. I have found that if I style my porch with the right components starting in September, then by simply changing the decorative door element I can easily transition into October and November. It saves a lot of time and much needed energy!

I wanted to share a simple and fun Halloween idea from my wonderful friend and client Cindy Gardner. Her inspiration came from Gardner village a few years ago when she saw some spooky ghosts blowing in the wind and wanted to recreate the same look. She sketched ghosts on some old sheets, cut out the silhouettes and then tacked them to the eaves of her front porch.

Cindy with her grandson Anton.

Isn’t this the best DIY idea? I have already set aside some old sheets and will be hanging ghosts at my home just in time for the trick-or-treaters!

We are a week away from the Northern Wasatch Parade of Homes starting on June 22nd! Here is another DIY idea from our model home using paint. In the boy’s bedroom I added a simple stripe to create interest.
I used accent paint to give each room it’s own unique character. I used the same color throughout the home for a cohesive look.
Don’t forget to enter to win a pair of tickets to Parade!

Just days until the Northern Wasatch Parade of Homes! I always enjoy getting inspiration from other homes and hope that you will gain some inspiration from our HWH model this year at Old Farm. To add character and pizazz to this room I had our painter paint a “headboard” onto the wall. I love that something as simple as paint can add dimension and spark to a room.

Don’t forget to enter to win a pair of tickets to Parade!

Working within a model home budget is always a challenge. I’ve been using paint in the last few models to add a custom look and feel to the homes. You can see how I used paint in a previous model home here. In this home I wanted to frame the window and add emphasis to the entryway. A unique DIY project that just takes painters tape, paint, and patience (or a great painter like Mike Coyle who’s talent goes beyond what we have him doing here, he is actually an awesome faux painter).

AFTER

I love to make a space feel as much like home as I can. I was adding some finishing touches to Bridgeport to give it more of a custom feel and thought I would share a bold DIY project. I had our painter paint a “rug” right onto the dining room floor.

It’s a daring move but as easy as measure, tape, paint!!

I am also having the ceiling wallpapered to add dimension to the space and personalize the home.

I am excited to post pictures of Oakmont, our recent Parade home. Thank you Henry Walker Homes for the amazing pictures! I have had such positive feedback about this home with several calls inquiring details. The most popular request is for the paint colors…. so here they are!

Wall color: Kwal CL3171 W Silver Lining, Trim and ceiling color: Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17

Hallway into Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Bedroom #2

Guest Bathroom

Great Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

Courtyard