As an entrepreneur who has found herself at the crossroads of two industries — tech and interior design — I not only design spaces, but I also review the technology that helps individuals design their own spaces. Having tested and reviewed over 25 AI tools that promise to design your home and help you skip Read More
If you’re looking to give your home a fresh new look, online interior decorating services can be an efficient and convenient way to get a professional’s expertise. The main benefit of online interior design is that it offers expert services at a lower cost than full-service interior design. Online decorating services—also known as e-design or virtual interior design—are on the Read More
A new year has begun, which means fresh interior design and home trends are emerging. As a designer, I’m incredibly excited about 2026—and the year is only just getting started. Already, I’m noticing a shift in what my clients are asking for. I’m gathering this information firsthand, while also exploring what other designers are creating Read More
In my opinion, the dining room is where the real magic happens in a home. Over the holidays, I found myself reflecting on just how essential this space is for hosting and gathering. More often than not, clients come to me looking for ways to maximize seating while also elevating the overall look and feel Read More
As a designer who’s no stranger to AI in the interior design world (hi — if you’re new here, this is a topic I talk about often), and as someone who is constantly sourcing hundreds of furniture and home items, I eventually found myself wondering just how well AI could help me shop for furniture. Read More
As a designer, paint colors are always on my radar…and, the popularity of the paint color White Dove by Benjamin Moore caught my attention. When it comes to white paint, some people think, “White is just white—how different can it be?” Well… maybe to a non-designer, white paints all look the same. However, for a trained eye, the Read More
In this post, I have another paint color (or colour) list featuring my favourite shades to consider for your home. In this post, I’m rounding up my favourite warm gray (or grey… can’t American and UK English agree…?!) paint colors, since it’s such a popular choice for so many spaces — and honestly, gray can be really tricky to Read More
What does an interior designer know about the best cordless vacuum cleaners? Well, quite a lot, actually. As a designer, I’m naturally a very picky shopper—almost to an insufferable extent. Years of sourcing furniture, finishes, and materials for clients have trained me to be incredibly discerning about quality and performance. When it comes to home products, I’m Read More
On this post, I am talking: living room layout ideas. The living room might just be my favourite space in a home, it’s where people gather, unwind, and spend cozy nights in. And personally, I’m all about a night in with a good glass of wine and a cheese board. As a designer, I’ve noticed Read More
Wainscoting is a beautiful architectural feature that adds timeless character and dimension to any wall or space. It complements a wide range of interior design styles, from classic to modern. If you’re thinking about adding wainscoting to your home, keep reading — I’ll share some of the best ideas and guidelines to help you choose Read More
As a designer, I certainly keep up with trends, and I’ve noticed that the paint color Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore (OC-45) has been making quite a mark in the industry. Now, this is a lovely paint color — I can absolutely see why it’s so popular. However, I’ll be honest: I’ve never specified this Read More
As a designer, you’d think I would have my own interior design style nailed down perfectly. However, that’s not the case. If I had to describe my style, I’d probably start with the word contemporary, followed by eclectic and even a bit of minimal-maximalism. Now, if you’re not a designer, that might sound a little Read More
It’s become clear to me that many people struggle with creating a cohesive home — and if you’re reading this post, you might be one of them. You may have found yourself asking AI questions such as: As a designer, creating a cohesive and harmonious home is always my top priority. But I’ll be honest Read More