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Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 04/2019 Designing interior space starts with good planning and I use the same approach when I travel. Research should start early so the adventure you are on is as free of stress as possible. Research the state or country for what you want to see, the weather and where you want to dine, then wrap up your plan, pack and GO! Many people say they do not know how to pack. Don’t panic. Here are my tips from many years of travel. What kind of travel are you planning? Business, visits to family, sightseeing, beach vacation? What are the nighttime events and what weather should you expect? What to wear? I love to travel and have tried many approaches when it comes time to pack. Choose one outfit per day so you don’t over pack, a common problem, some advise. This approach didn’t work for me as I always end up mixing and matching depending upon mood and weather changes. But think out what goes with what and limit yourself. I narrow do...

If you are like most women, you spend a considerable amount of time in your kitchen and like most women (and men) , a refreshing new look would lift your spirit. How do you accomplish that and not break the bank? The answer is mixing finishes. Urban Grace Interiors You can incorporate black and gold to any stainless steel kitchen appliances and achieve a bolder, lived-in edge. South Park Design Build If you are remodeling or refreshing, cabinet pulls, light fixtures, faucets and other hardware are the easiest ways to achieve a kitchen change and experience the upbeat pleasure of new. Clearcut Construction Inc. While oil-rubbed bronze and brass were the most recent haves, people are now experimenting with a variety of metal finishes, including champagne brass and charcoal stainless. Jeff King & Company There are many beautiful options besides the once popular brass. I like to mix finishes, and I think my clients are comfortable with that. A cl...

People like to sit down even though they should be up and running. But the truth is, we love our favorite chairs. We can’t wait to cuddle up in them, preferably near a fireplace. Spencer Wood-Framed Leather Recliner @ West Elm What about a chair with flair? One that is so eye-catching you love looking at it?             Ulla Petite Accent Chair @ Anthropologie Marte Lounge Chair Slope Leather Lounge Chair @ west Elm There are so many styles from which to choose but you’ll know it when you see it. How? You’ll either chuckle or immediately want to sit in it. It will turn any room into a showpiece and stand out especially when your basic colors are neutral. Look for a chair with personality. Zoey chair Zoey chair back Some people like lots of bold, they crave color as well as form. Nothing wrong with flair!   Think scale, frame and cushions. Make sure the cushions are comfortable and durable for lou...

But shouldn’t romantic settings be a part of people’s lives all year? February 14 is when the florists and the candy stores and jewelry counters get lots of attention. However, the intimacy of romance is often centered in the bedroom. Is yours an invitation for romance or so neuter it’s uninspiring? Too often for longtime marrieds, romantic bedrooms aren’t high on the list. Maybe they should be? Here are some suggestions for making your bedroom more sensuous …set the scene of snuggling together with loving words. Mood Lighting  Wired-in lighting …in the form of pendants, as seen here, or plug-in -wall lighting …can free up your bedside table. Help your space feel luxurious with artfully placed lighting for maximum tranquility and quality time with the one you love. Think flowers, candles, and charming frames and stay away from working in your bedroom. Pendant lights should not be bright and in your face. Think flexible wall sconces with swing arms and adjustable hei...