Why is it that different spaces bring out different emotions inside of us? When I arrive home, I feel a sigh of relief. Not just because I’m home, but because there is something I’ve created here that allows that feeling. When we had our floors remodeled and there was dust and chaos, home wasn’t a place of grounding. The first year we lived here, while we loved this house, it wasn’t a home…yet. Somethin[...]
There is a moment when you stop in front of a painting on someone's wall and something inside you exhales. Not because you analyzed it. Not because you read the artist's statement. Just because your nervous system recognized something it needed. That exhale is not poetic license. It is physiology. And the research backing it up is, as of 2025, more robust than ever. This is for the people who are burned out, o[...]
Imagine walking into your home after a long, stressful day. Your shoulders drop, your breathing slows, and you feel yourself relax—not because of what you're doing, but because of what you're seeing. The art on your walls, the wallpaper in your bedroom, the gallery wall in your hallway—they're all working together to create an atmosphere that supports how you want to feel. This is the power of intentional art[...]
For the most part, our family took one trip a year together and we were lucky enough to do it in Santa Barbara, California (well, SB, Carpinteria, and Montecito). My Aunt and Uncle had moved there in the late 80's having their third child in this coastal town only to decide to invest in a beach house down the road a couple of years after arriving. This magical oasis became my best childhood memories and the foundati[...]
Have you ever wished you could add a touch of elegance to your textured walls? The good news is yes, you can put wallpaper on textured walls—it just depends on the type of texture and the preparation you’re willing to do. Wallpaper has the power to transform a room, even if your walls aren’t perfectly smooth. In this guide, we’ll cover which wall textures work best for wallpaper, what papers to choose, an[...]
Moving into a new home marks the beginning of a fresh chapter in life's journey. While kitchen gadgets and wine bottles make thoughtful gestures, the most memorable housewarming gift ideas are those that celebrate this milestone in a way that lasts forever. The Housewarming Gift That Tells Their Story What if you could give a housewarming gift that captures not just a building, but the feeling of home? My cust[...]
Millennial grey… that’s the name our generation gets for it’s design style. Personally, I’m offended. The rise of the grey home has gone too far and I like to call it the prison cell we’re all now stuck with…or we were. After growing up in the 80’s and 90’s (for me it was all 90’s) Millennials were sick of the beige walls that most homes were coated in or the Tuscan dedicated home decor that tre[...]
People are afraid of art. I’m not really sure why, maybe because history class taught you that art is fragile and expensive or something like that. And Yes, while that can be true, artwork was also meant to be seen and loved. I love hanging art in a home (I’m an artist, this makes sense) but I also love giving people permission to break the rules and showcase art in new ways. While some art is an investment piec[...]
In today's fast-paced and stressful world, finding solace and tranquility within the comfort of our own homes has become increasingly important. The living room, as the heart of the home (I'm not a believer that the kitchen is the heart but the stomach of the home!), plays a significant role in creating a calming and peaceful environment. By incorporating thoughtful design elements, decluttering, implementing calmin[...]
As an Airbnb or VRBO host, your goal is to create an unforgettable experience for your guests—one that feels luxurious, homey, and utterly seamless. Thoughtful details and smart design choices not only earn glowing reviews but also justify premium pricing. Below, I’ll walk you through essential items to include in your rental, tips for enhancing the guest experience, and the psychology behind creating a space th[...]
2-hours of painting here in Denver with community you’ll love, story that will change you, and inspiration that will keep you creating long after the workshop ends.