Creating space. I think that is essential for every woman. Making a room, in your world, where you are sacred. Often life is in constant motion. Preparing or waiting for the missing piece to complete the puzzle, homework to get … Continue reading
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Design begins within us. A human need to replenish, be reborn, and find joy in our surroundings . Nature is stunning in all her outfits. Including the woman’s form. When I saw these photos on my friend Veronika Miller of … Continue reading
What does it take to design and decorate your room of dreams? As a people pleaser you might hesitate to recognize you have needs. It takes a journey of a thousand hesitant steps to find your place of welcome. Arriving … Continue reading
I am sitting in a patch of sun, looking at tree tops and enjoying the charm of my new apartment. An unexpected opportunity to move has rewarded me, although I admit that the thought of moving overwhelmed me. I had … Continue reading
Every Reunion you have with yourself needs an altar to alter your space and perception of you. A meeting of your soul mind + body in a room, or an altar that connects and expands your flow. For many of … Continue reading
Happy Independence day! Hopefully you are planning a celebration in your own style Take time to be joyful and pause to reflect on what freedom of speech means to you Those immigrants and Indians who battled, won and gave ground … Continue reading
Being a designer and a lover of beauty, sometimes I feel like a seeker, zoning in on what is trending and waning. Almost like a design moon reader, watching the pull of what the tide brings in and washed out. … Continue reading
Sometimes finding stillness in retreat is needed. The other week I took off for The Refuge at in Carmel Valley as a birthday gift to myself, with a girlfriend. My mind kept going to Bath. That English town where the … Continue reading
I believe personal space should speak your language, empower, embrace and expand your inner woman. There are many ways to express your “self “ in a room. Using sweeping statements or tiny clues. Starting with fabric. We talk about the … Continue reading
Mother’s day, has me looking back and appreciating my mom in a different way this year. What lessons did my mom teach me that serves me in business and life? She created a place for me to hone my sense … Continue reading