by Karen Van Nort | Sep 24, 2020 | Color Consultation, Design Inspiration
Changing Colors Happy Fall! The colors are changing up here in the Midwest and we are all looking forward to the warm shades of orange, rust, gold and greens. These are not my decorating colors I prefer but I love how they go together and make our homes feel cozy and...
by Karen Van Nort | Nov 13, 2017 | Design Inspiration
Combining textures: soft, smooth + rough We agree with editor and stylist Heather Bullard that soothing fabrics like Velvet (in upholstery, throws or pillows) paired with rough natural textures like reclaimed wood and woven baskets, combined with...
by Raquel Jackson | Oct 20, 2016 | Design Inspiration, Home Projects & Maintenance, Leelanau County, Updating & Remodeling
We have rolled into fall now and before you know it winter will have arrived. Many of my clients are now thinking of remodeling projects and in particular new flooring. So, I thought it would be a good idea to talk about flooring this month. Did you know that 70%...
by Raquel Jackson | Sep 15, 2016 | Home Projects & Maintenance, Project Management, Updating & Remodeling
Hello to everyone! It’s really the beginning of Fall and it’s one of my favorite times of year. I love all the golds, greens, red, and orange that permeates our landscape as the leaves change. It’s also a busy time with the kids back in school. In my business it...
by Raquel Jackson | Aug 8, 2015 | Design Inspiration, Home Projects & Maintenance, Home Staging, Leelanau County, Updating & Remodeling
I love the changing of the seasons and with it come so many opportunities to refresh and change the look and feel of one’s home. It may feel like summer but fall is going to be here soon. In the fall I love to decorate with natures’ materials in big vases and other...