In all my years in the design industry as a professional, I have worked for clients from many walks of life. Surprisingly though, they all had some common misconceptions about design. The trouble with that is that, more often than not, these misconceptions could lead to wrong decision making and hence, the so called “design crimes.”
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Truth be told, a stylish home is never an accidental or circumstantial outcome. Any stylish home that you may have seen, visited or lived in, is a product of a careful, well planned and intended design. When taking a closer look at the anatomy of a stylish home you will discover it is decorated with intention.
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A critical overview of the interior design trends for 2020 and beyond, that will takes us into the new decade and possibly a new age.
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Over the last few years, I have learned (unintentionally) to take better pictures with a smartphone for three reasons. The first reason is that I don’t actually own a DSLR camera! The second reason is that running a blog, requires visuals to illustrate your sayings and showcase best who you are.
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At last, my favorite color is on the spotlight thanks to Pantone who announced Classic Blue 19-4052 as the color of the year 2020…
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This is a list of my favorite first nine contemporary designers to watch for. Their work is shaping our era. Meet them through their signature designs.
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Considering adding typography in your home? Looking at typography in a home decorating context – one of designer’s secrets in decorating…
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Coastal living is a lot more than nautical home decor. So lets dive in a more breezy and summery style with a bunch of inspiration ideas.
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Cycladic minimalism is a true life-changing experience and it’s only a step away… It’s rough, humble and unpretentious. As for the Cycladic architecture it has been chiseled over a long time. But it’s also the perfect backdrop for the Greek Dolce Vita!
Read MoreIn all my years in the design industry as a professional, I have worked for clients from many walks of life. Surprisingly though, they all had some common misconceptions about design. The trouble with that is that, more often than…
read moreIn July 2019, Eva and her 10 year old son Michael, set out for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Argentina; a country best known for its diverse landscapes from the glaciers of Patagonia to the waterfalls of Iguazu. This is their…
read moreHumans have an amazing ability to innovate. This attribute is our window to opportunity for change, growth and ultimately happiness that supports well-being. Sounds a bit idyllic… Not really. If we were all to adopt an improved mindset with embedded…
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If there’s a motto for this year’s imm Cologne 2020, then that would be better living. The first furniture fair for this year that ended last week, attracted well over…
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Think this for a moment: YOU are only four steps away from creating the perfect Scandi-boho home. That’s right! Will you go for it?
A guide meant for the perfect bathroom redesign without these 6 bathroom design mistakes.
The ultimate guide about microcement’s application, maintenance and cost.
A look at bohemian decor for that worldly and well traveled feel in interiors.
In all my years in the design industry as a professional, I have worked for clients from many walks of life. Surprisingly though, they all had some common misconceptions about design. The trouble with that is that, more often than not, these misconceptions could lead to wrong decision making and hence, the so called “design crimes.” Thus, grab yourself your…
read moreHumans have an amazing ability to innovate. This attribute is our window to opportunity for…
read moreEarth tones, deeply rooted in nature’s landscapes, have a soothing quality like no other. From…
read moreOk this is a bit funny, but I was named after a fabric – velvet.…
read moreIn July 2019, Eva and her 10 year old son Michael, set out for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Argentina; a country best known for its diverse landscapes from the glaciers of Patagonia to the waterfalls of Iguazu. This is their story on discovering this land of great unique natural beauty, featuring many thrills and plenty…
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Every spring I have a craze over cleaning and re-vamping my home. It helps me feel like I’m on top of things again. Except this spring things are quite different. The lockdown has literally forced…
Easter is literally just around the corner and I thought I should share with you my Easter table setting that I did the other day outside, in my garden. My mindset during these confusing times…
It’s about this time of year, that re-introducing color into our wardrobe is something to look forward to. Sure, we…
read moreA gloomy Tuesday afternoon it was, that I went through my email inbox when my eyes gleamed with joy and…
read moreWomen’s power suits make an awesome alternative for your uniform wardrobe, especially now during this transitional season which is so…
read moreHappy new week y’all! Today, I want to share with you a little DIY decorating hack that I do at…
read moreTake a good look at your wardrobe. If you think that it needs an update, then start with these latest…
read moreOver the last few years, I have learned (unintentionally) to take better pictures with a smartphone for three reasons. The…
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Ten years ago, if someone told me that I would be blogging about design, I would simply nod my head and utter a ‘Nay!!! No chance!’ But in the beginning of 2015, I decided ‘Why not?!’ I had just began reading things that other design bloggers wrote, most of which are design lovers and not necessarily in this industry. So it dawned on me that maybe it’s time to also…
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