As we near the end of our Elements and Principle series, we come to an element that is especially essential in interior design. Lighting, of course, is what allows us to see the spaces in which we live. How we approach lighting within a space is crucial – and affects how the viewer perceives the […]
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April 4, 2016
Happy spring! Last month, we explored Scale and Proportion within design. Lately, inspired by the arrival of springtime, we’re listening to the songs of chirping birds in the trees and thinking about rhythm. We’ll start by defining rhythm within design. rhythm (n) ˈriT͟Həm/ The flow of elements, usually organized according to a scheme such as […]
December 15, 2014
Wrap your loved ones in a luxurious and warm cashmere throw from Ronda Carman Fine Fabrics. Paulie’s frosted cookies are great in a group or they can be individually wrapped for a perfect holiday party favor or a small gift to a neighbor. Jill Brown, the owner of Brown on Ferndale makes these amazing scented […]
December 3, 2014
From Left to Right: Tea Forte tea chest has a variety of quality handcrafted teas with exquisite packaging. Olio Santo Olive Oil is one of Ina Garten’s favorite brands of oils and is a great example of something that people will actually use, but wouldn’t necessarily buy for themselves. A Brooklyn Slate Cheese Board, because can […]
September 16, 2014
1. This is the perfect season to walk around the organically maintained gardens of Bayou Bend. 2. Adair Kitchen is a weekly lunch stop for the Lucas/Eilers team. 3. The kelly green tufted bar stools at Liberty Kitchen and Oysterette in River Oaks add a nice pop of color to this fun space. 4. The […]