Welcome to the next post spring color blog series! If you read our last post we invoked the warmth of a bright yellow Caribbean sun. In this post, we’re still in the warm color family, but channeling a beautiful island sunset after a day on the water with orange decor ideas. Bringing orange into your[...]
This is post #3 in our spring color blog series! We’re offering ideas and inspiration for those wanting to add more color into their homes, but are maybe unsure of how to go about it. Our design philosophy is about making a space beautiful and liveable. The color yellow has sometimes been relegated to muted[...]
Welcome to the second installment of our spring color blog series! As a designer, I often hear people tell me they want to add color to their homes, but are afraid to do so. In this series, we focus on a color scheme and some simple, fear-free ways to incorporate it into your home. We[...]
Spring is a time of renewal, and there’s never been a better time to freshen up your spaces. One common design complaint is that people think their homes feel bland, but are afraid to add color on the chance that it’s “too much”. Color is a great way to bring some new life into your[...]
My eyes are always seeing things from a design perspective, and this is true when I look outside as well. Whether incorporating tropical plants into a client’s home or choosing a fabric that will reflect a cloudless sky, I am constantly inspired by the beautiful island I call home. Who wouldn’t be inspired by this[...]
I confess, I’m a royal watcher; is that un-American? Well now that the lovely Meghan Markle is joining the house of Windsor, maybe it’s a touch more American? Meghan’s personal style is inspiring, and I look forward to seeing her bring that to her new family and the world. The dress she wore in her[...]
Caribbean homes have a particular flair and panache, and the look is one that many people try to recreate. As a full-service interior designer, living and working in the Caribbean, creating this vibe is often one my clients want to produce in their own homes, even though each person’s style comes through differently. While every[...]
Chippendale-style fretwork is a classic New England style of furniture that is popping up in modern homes and giving them an updated elegance. The classic pattern in new colors and materials makes for a perfect way to bring some timeless style into Caribbean homes. Furniture Chippendale chairs make a great statement around a dining table[...]
If you’ve ever made the decision to tackle a home improvement project or redesign, you may or may not have a sense of how much work is involved. It sounds easy at first: Pick some paint colors Choose a new light fixture Shop! Install! LOVE! The good news is that YES, choosing the colors, fabrics[...]
Experiencing a hurricane is eye-opening and has a way of refocusing your life right before your eyes. When you live in the Caribbean you know that hurricanes are a factor. And in fact, every year we do”the drill” at least once. All the porch furniture comes in, shutters up, supplies purchased etc. It sucks days[...]
