Every year, the major paint companies, as well as Pantone (the major color-matching experts) put out their favorite colors and predictions for upcoming trends. In 2019, we’re seeing a great mix of cool tones perfect for island homes that want a touch of the ocean indoors. There is a surprise in the mix, but what’s […]
An often overlooked but important part of the home, the foyer or entryway is a great place to add some character to your house. These ideas will inspire you to make some small changes to a small space for BIG impact. A striking lighting fixture serves double duty. Not only does it provide light to […]
Island living is to enjoy and appreciate the sea. From finding seashells on the beach and bringing them into the home, to using palm leaves and coconuts as nautical decor, coastal style is an easy one to incorporate in the Caribbean. One element of a nautical style – rope – is particularly suitable to many […]
In this final post of our spring color series, we’re showing off how red can bring some zing into your home! We’ve been sharing ideas on how to incorporate more color into the home with great design, and you can check out our yellow, orange, green and blue posts as well. From a stunning red […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. When it comes to choosing colors […]
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 […]
