Kathleen Walsh Interiors, LLC

The ultimate compliment is when your clients from years past call again to take a well-loved home to the next stage, and the next level. Onward and upward, we say. This client always has the right mindset- families change, needs change, houses respond. We take the best of the past and with fresh eyes, redefine what the future can look like. This nursery is just one of many rooms getting a bit more than just a refresh and we’re excited for this family and a new chapter.

What if your Monday morning was different? What if it felt...better, optimal, nourishing? How would your morning, your day, your week, your self change? Haven’t we all come back from a vacation to say I wish I could bring the experience of x home? X is anything- sunrise yoga, an immaculate room, a sleek shower, coffee in bed, a meditation zone, a tricked out gym, a beautiful garden table for breakfast... I wish we let ourselves really bring those expe...riences home. There’s no reason we can’t except that time, expectations and well, your usual Monday AM gets in the way. So if someone asked you to reach back into those experiences and memories, and was there to bring those elements to life, wouldn’t your Monday morning finally feel different, wouldn’t it feel... great? That’s the sort of thinking we bring to our projects- we’re in for the journey, are you? : @casacookhotels (where I’d prefer to be this Monday AM) See more

Monday- back at it. Working from home is not ideal for my industry- the very real need of a sample library and working collaboratively with materials hands-on simply requires an actual office. Some things are here to stay though- flexibility and less time commuting is an absolute plus that I’m unwilling to give up. For 2020, we aimed to find upsides; we did and we’re not looking back. For 2021, we’re moving the goalpost to find ways to make this whole cur...rent set up work advantageously, no matter the current pandemic status. We’re up for entirely new ways of embracing team, vendor and client communications and are all ears on what others have found to be game-changers, in terms of ways to work, technology helpers, process changes that are better for all. Figured out something genius and feel like sharing? DM me or share here, and I’m happy to share back. Last year was about silver linings, this year I’m down for a striking gold. See more

Sunday mood: curled up, cozy, everything in its place. : @rikkisnyder _delux

Wednesday vibes- ready to get to 5pm, find a recipe and focus on that for an hour or two to help clear my head. This would be a great spot for exactly that. Our Sagaponack breakfast nook with window seats and an enviable cookbook library is a good example of us of taking a space from very nice to...oh so much better. Design: KWI Construction: @michaeldavisdesignconstruction

This is nice but can we skip spring and go straight to summer? #dreamingofsummer #amagansett

Just a little pop of color (and some new chairs. rug and fabrics) transformed an otherwise lovely and sentimental, but tired, dining room into a space my client could be excited about again. Our philosophy: Change can sometimes happen in just one or two key moves, and when expertly done, that’s just as valid as a whole makeover.

From my first project fully out on my own, and still one of my faves 17 years later #timelessdesign #modernclassic #kidsroomdecor

Today I received lovely compliments about our #bha showhouse lounge from 2017. Instantly I remembered opening night, a sweltering October eve, when so many came in to see the house. By the time they made it to our room, it was clear a sit down was warranted. Soaked in my dress, like everyone else, I got to meet so many supporters that evening simply because I invited them to take a seat, and the sofa was comfy, the chairs were fun and there were plenty of places to mingle nea...r two huge open windows that caught the lightest breeze. * Our hope for every project is that we land exactly where we did that eve- (less the issue of no A/C) with rooms that work and look their best when used, and loved, and made whole. Interiors look pretty, often beautiful, on IG and in magazines. But they feel great, and work great and downright inspire when we’ve gone through our process to design them well,. When our clients fill them up with conversation, play, work and relaxation- then they shine. See more

Details, proportion, color, materials all matter. Allowing time to get it all right- priceless : @rikkisnyder.

Some days, as if on cue, the next door opens... Light-filled entrance in our #Westchester country house project where we highlighted the double height, and with a handful of decisions struck the right tone of new-tradition and sophistication. Ralph Mackin Architects made our job easy breezy.

Up and at ‘em- one more day till the weekend! . . Deepest-green walls in our CPW project’s bedroom suite create a refuge from the day and contrasts against textured ivories on the bed, linens and rug. Wallpaper in the multi-tasking adjacent hall/dressing room/home yoga space pops with energy and certainly makes a entrance. ... : @rikkisnyder Styling: @mieketenhave See more

Not a bad place to start a new week. #westvillage #breakfastnook : @rikkisnyder

Good morning Tuesday, my you are pretty today #parkslopebrooklyn #snowday #backtonature

Saturday wanderlust: who wouldn’t want this. Simply gorgeous in Mozambique Resort & : @sussurro.co

One of my favorite LR views from our Greenwich Georgian project on newsstands now. To me this view perfectly encapsulates the clients’ love of color, pattern and layers of detail. The rooms swallowed up color- they seemed to just keep giving us permission to layer more and more. I cannot tell you how much fun we had designing this, and I’ll never tire of those gorgeous green for walls! : @nehomemagazine : @johneeebee Architect: @judith_larson_associates

Sometimes simple is best. Actually, I could use a few more hours of sleep today but it’s not quite the weekend yet. Ready for more Zzzzzzzzzzzz...... #fridayvibes

Familiar classics, add some wow-factor, no skimping quality, yet somehow managed on a budget. Pretty much NY in a nutshell. #classicwithatwist : @rikkisnyder Styling: @francesfinds

Love designing dining rooms that rise to the occasion. : @johneebee Architecture: @judith_larson_associates

Honored to have our Greenwich project grace the cover and pages of @nehomemagazine this month. After a tumultuous week, I can’t help but think of spaces in which we find calm and room to think, and this image, the master sitting area of that project, brings just that to mind. Hoping everyone can regroup this weekend and find your own room to breathe. Architect: @judith_larson_associates : @johneeebee

Sunday night mood

Oh 2021, you are not going to let us rest are you? Here’s hoping that despite the chaos, the challenges, the peaks and valleys that get thrown our way, we each have a place we all can find respite and calm to center ourselves and find the core that leads us forward. From my house, to your house and all the way to the White House, I hope that when most needed, we find the harmony and beauty that can be achieved when respect for process is honored. What a day.

2021: The year of the refresh, the next chapter, the pivot from the past- all of it. We’re lined up with bold new clients ready for us to work our magic and many forward-thinking, past clients are back for more. But, all good things change, myself included. And in 2021, we do not work the same way we did years ago, not do we design as we did years ago. Just as those past clients are up for even-more, we are too and new clients, yes, tell me what pics you love, just know we de...liver for you, and it’s not that pic. * For example, I designed this room 8/9 years ago and it’s still super pretty. But if you gave me this room now to design, the solution would be totally different. I certainly wouldn’t have settled for the print over the fireplace. The center pendant could have done a lot more work- lantern-wise it still is a fave but I would be taking a totally different approach. We could use a much more nuanced and sophisticated area rug. The wall color I’m fine with still- I just would compliment it with a tinted ceiling or more interesting color on the trim and paneling or a more thoughtful finish/technique. The furniture is all still valid- it’s a country home and this client appreciated beautifully made furnishings and we absolutely did not slouch here. Most importantly, what I insist upon now is the last layer of accessories, adding something that’s quirky, something that’s uber-cozy, inviting, something that makes you feel like you’re at a five-star resort, something that takes the comforting level to the forefront. Is this still a beautiful room- yes, it stands the rest of time. Can it get a refresh? Absolutely. * I am so honored and grateful to have clients that always return with new projects- just don’t ever think I’ll do the same thing twice. And new clients, I can’t wait to join in on your journey. I am very proud of all the work we’ve done, and can’t wait to see what we do next. See more

KWI 2021 Resolution: The art budgets on projects- no matter the level- cannot be cut, left to the end, or re-visited later. Can you possibly imagine this room looking as complete as it does without that crucial element? I certainly cannot. To all my lovely followers in the midst of designing your home or re-thinking your existing, keep this one line item in your budget and you’ll thank me later. #livingwithart

Up and at ‘em! We’ve got a full day ahead and can just see a peek of the weekend in the distance. But before we start counting down, we’re creating some magic for great clients who can’t wait to see what we’ve got in store for them. #makeitagoodday #wednesdayvibes Design: KWI Builder: @johndesmondbuilders : @johneeebee

Not Jamaica, not Bermuda, not even Massachusetts but it’s quiet, beautiful, and yes, home...I’ll take it. #Ibrooklyn #jacobriiispark #goodbye2020 #goodriddance2020

Nothing beats cleaning house, having windows opened, the air refreshed, shuffle some things around, see what happens. I did that this weekend, home, here, business, me. And just like that, when you clear away some energy, in comes the new, and this Monday morning, it feels so good . . : @johneeebee See more of this home: @nehomemagazine

Off for a much deserved break! Thank you sincerely to my hard-working staff and to all our clients that stuck with us when things were most uncertain. We are so grateful for our design community and to our vendors and trusted project partners. What a year! Ready to turn the page but first, we relax! Happy holidays! : @johneeebee Architect: @mackinarchitects * *... #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #interiordesigncommunity #bestclients #ooo #goodbye2020 #2020 #happyholidays #bedroominspiration #nycinteriordesigner See more

Worth a post and a story. #impeachtrump

I think the entire world is ready for a time out, a chance to just be, to notice things like pretty flowers, a nice view and have a minute to breathe. We’ve got installs and a million details to tidy up beforehand but we can’t wait for a little holiday, even at home : @rikkisnyder Styling: @mieketenhave

In such a complex year, it seems a bit of a relief to keep the holidays simple and safe. That said, I’m still focused on the beautiful and bright. New on the blog - a small curation of sweet things for your space, for your loved ones, or to treat yourself. Link in bio, and feel free to share how you’re making the most of the season, I’m always looking for new inspo.

My firm embraces a clean line, an understated palette, a clarity of vision. But that doesn’t mean shunning beautiful antiques, an opulent detail, or rich color. To me it all works beautifully together, in proportion. What better way to appreciate the present, than by honoring the past, and letting them each live and have a conversation in the same room? After all, It’s a rather dull party when everyone thinks the same, dresses the same and has referenced the same, IMHO. We’re looking to 2021 projects and are rather excited by the fun mix on tap- want to join in? We’re booking late spring starts and would love to chat! E-design with lots of zooms and presentations by package avail for a select few. or DM us here.

All is Bright...And bold, but restful and subdued at the same time. Guest room dreams at our CPW project. Beautifully : @rikkisnyder Beautifully styled by @mieketenhave And a full team effort to get this shot

Brrr, feeling like winter outside , but so cozy in here. Loved designing the wall of custom cabinetry and creating a wet bar and window seat nook by the pool table. Custom comfort and furnishings balanced the proportions of this room to feel just as comfortable for 12 as it does for 4. In summer, french doors step out to an adjacent screened porch and in winter, a fire brings focus to the majestic stone fireplace. And the ceiling’s antique beams and wood- swoon! Needless to say, it’s one of my fave rooms and I love revisiting it every time the weather turns colder. Architect: @ralphmackinarchitects : @johnneeebee

Palette cleanser...a clean slate every morning, a moment of clarity every evening. Her bath on our CPW project. : @rikkisnyder Styling: @mieketenhave Architect: @russellriccardiarchitect

All is calm... Architect: @hutkerarchitects Interiors: @kathleendwalsh : @ericrothphoto

Good morning pretty lilac and blues! A fresh take on Traditional on the Upper East Side. : @rikkisnyder #interiordesigninspiration #bedroomgoals #fschumachet #cozyathome #bedroomstyling #nycinteriordesigner #colorlove #traditionalhome

Post-Thanksgiving, Pre-Holiday, hope everyone gets a moment to just relax. Wouldn’t mind doing so here in our West Village project...

Seeking out a little calm and quiet today...yet the to-do list is super long and I still haven’t caught up on all my November client work. But that’s life. And this Thanksgiving, I am more than aware of how close we all are to it changing in a moment. So while we celebrate, complain, stress, revel and yes, find some calm too, lets please be most mindful that what we do for others, and ourselves, matters. Covid is more than a flu for far too many. I’m speaking up aga...in because 2 more friends are dealing with this firsthand. One has it, along with a lung condition that really complicates matters. She was uber careful. Others around her were not. My other friend has a death in the family to contend with, an unnecessary one. So please, #stayhomestaysafe #wearadamnmask #bekind #bethoughtful #covidsucks : @rikkisnyder Styling: @mieketenhave Architect: @russellriccardi Contractor: #williampasterinc See more

Love that this is Brooklyn, too. #prospectparkbrooklyn

Delivering a little cheer for a #thanksgivingathome!Thank you @jasperfurniturefabrics for expertly placing this gorgeous @ferrickmason fabric so perfectly. Happy clients = grateful designers :) The project might be in progress, (the sconces are going) but we’re still ready to holiday!

Love when the shelves get filled with all one’s favorite things. : @rikkisnyder Styling: @mieketenhave

Rewards for scrolling while in being lazy in bed: so much inspiration from one photo Browsing the @nytimes, I spied a gorgeous fabric- surprise! by none other than my darling friend @coralandhive, in a project from a young Cape Town SA designers @urbainmcgee and @atelieradri, and a with fantastic piece by sculptor @adam_birch_sculpts . Stopped in my er...scrolling, I raced to Instagram to find them and follow them immediately. I am floored by this room, and all the rest of the spaces, and their sites, which are where ALL the pics are that reveal gorgeous, consistent work. Bravo! Go discover them and follow too- you’re in for a treat. #atelierinteriors.xyz

Prepping for a #holidayathome and I will really really miss seeing my in-laws, especially my 94 year old mother-in-law. But, in the spirit of silverlinings, I kinda can’t wait to set our own table and cook in my own kitchen during a holiday for once! Still need to figure out how really to fill the day but whatever we do, it won’t be the same as usual, and that’s okay. To be fortunate enough to be able to do this comfortably, and be with the ones who mean the most to me in the world is something for which I’m so grateful. If 2020 has done nothing else, we’ve been reminded of what’s most important. As we dive into the season, I hope to keep that thought foremost in mind. #tistheseason

This brilliant @suzyhoodless library has been pinned for 5 years in anticipation of a personal project. Suzy knocked this out of the park- it’s brilliant. Architecturally, I can’t get close to this gem but I’ve loved the feel she achieved and am aiming as high.

Sincerely trusting every vote is counted. Wondering how many did not feel empowered to vote. Crossing fingers human rights and dignity prevails. Illustration: @kadirnelson #wednesdaymood #thereisnotenoughcoffeeorwine

November 3, 2020: Time to look beyond the rhetoric, the headlines, the noise. Time to find YOUR beliefs, YOUR voice. Most importantly: #timetovote : #nicollazzixiong In a democracy, the individual enjoys not only the ultimate power but carries the ultimate responsibility. -Norman Cousins ... Personally, I’m so anxious and I’ve felt an undercurrent of it for years. I want a greater sense of calm and respect. Today, no news until this eve. I voted early and it felt good. It was peaceful, dignified. More of that please. See more

Sometimes it the littlest things that make a client super happy. Pom-poms, pattern and playfulness FTW.

And this Saturday morning’s #wanderlust takes us to London- where I landed a year ago this week for a #DLN conference where we all dove into design, inspiration and networking, and made new friends galore over more than a couple glasses of champagne. Simply put: It was so much fun. And as much as I love traveling with my family, it was a much needed experience to travel with my work family and geek out as much as we wanted over all things interiors. I do miss traveling! Can’t we all just #wearadamnmask and do our part? Please? Cheers to future travel, preferably sooner than later.

Saturday vibes

As dreamy as working from a dining table (with a view of rolling farmland) may have been pre-pandemic, we’ve all come to learn it’s not at all practical. We spoke with the @robbreport about what spaces may start to look like post-pandemic and sketched out our ideas for the future of home. Link in bio for my (and 25 other industry experts) quick predictions. #workfromhome #robbreport #postpandemic #homeofficedecor #interiordesign

So close to the weekend and these cozy textures signal everything good about Saturday- my favorite day of the week- to me. Our work is diverse in style, but our attention to textures that reveal the maker’s hand, natural fibers, and beautiful color is consistent in every project. Ready for your own sunlit, cozy nook? We’re booking winter projects.

Quiet corners tend to be a specialty at our firm. If we can deliver calm, we’ve done our job well for so many of our busy clients. These days, we’re finding extra #wfh spaces, we’re adding places for families to gather without screens, we’re redesigning kitchens and baths- the hardest working rooms of the house and yes, outdoor spaces are getting what it takes to extend their seasons. But for everyone, we’re also delivering calm, because it’s the most needed feeling of all right now. Need room to breathe? Let’s talk.

Detail shot of our recent teen study/lounge install. Did I ever mention that we really love color? : @rikkisnyder

I’m not satisfied with that number and I hope you aren’t either. . In an effort to take action, I have joined forces with a group of fellow designers to establish the Interior Design Diversity Scholarship at Pratt Institute. Pratt is my alma mater and I look back on my time there fondly as it solidified my passion and catapulted my career path. . We have already created a scholarship to support a Pratt student during the Fall 2020 semester ...but want to grow our efforts. Our goal is to reach $100,000 by month's end. I humbly ask you to consider pledging your support alongside me. . Please click the link in bio to read more and donate if you can. . Warmly and with gratitude, Kathleen See more

3 blocks away and yet, some days, further than I wish. Lesson of my last 2 weeks, I need my morning dose of nature! Simply put, it makes my whole day. So this week’s #wanderlust takes us to Brooklyn’s own backyard...#ProspectPark. A #fredericklawkolmstead masterpiece (imho) and the gift that keeps on giving. As much as I sincerely love to travel, INYC.

Tradition and whimsy...

Details details...

Loved the builtins, hated the finish. Painted them true navy and the problem was solved beautifully.

I’ve been playing musical chairs between my cozy home desk, my dining table, an outdoor porch and most often, my kitchen counter as I work from home during Covid. I am missing my huge work table, in person check-ins with staff and samples at the ready in my office. And some days, that alone can send me grumbling. BUT- I am fortunate in so many obvious ways- most notably in that I’m alive. We’ve not let down our guard, why? Because me and my family and co-workers are part of... bigger communities that also need to stay safe. You do your part, we do ours. And then you see our President. Infected with Covid, taking off a mask while walking into the White House, greeted by masked staff stuck there no matter what they may think. Saying of Covid ...not to let it dominate your life. What more has dominated our lives for the last 7 months??? How he flaunts disregard for others’ lives is mind-blowing to me. Vote him out. Party aside, can’t we agree to vote for someone capable of humility, gratitude and respect for others? Has he really succeeded in dividing us to such a degree that we can’t manage that? #vote2020 #votelikeyourlifedependsonit #vote See more

Saturday #wanderlust is up big time! This week I’m wanting a coveted stay @panoramaglasslodge where northern lights, nature in full glory- no matter the season, and calm, silence and so much calm awaits... Hikes, views and a very remote location... just me and my husband, a stack of reading and a big cozy sweater..away from all of...this. Yes, please. #letsgo #iceland #icelandtravel

Pretty sure we’re all going to be seeking moments and places of calm this season for far too many reasons. Like many of you, I just watched 90 minutest of the lowest of low-ball debate strategies. What lesson was taught to any middle or high-schooler, watching to learn and observe? What was the impression sent to new citizens and young adults looking to participate in their first election? What information was clarified for undecided voters? That was such an embarrassment to ...our entire nation. This is not a question of party- that was one immature bully, desperate to divert discussions, using the only tactic he could. My wish is that voters use the skills taught by childhood teachers and librarians- seek sources of information that are as independent as can be found, find the headspace and quiet needed to decide where to place one’s valued votes, and take into consideration the tone our country needs for the next 4 years. #vote2020 #voteearly #voterregistration See more

My Saturday #wanderlust is in full swing, and today I’m longing to go back to Ireland where the landscape is lush, people have good humor and ...where my skin miraculously never looked and felt better, maybe an unexpected bonus from all that moisture in the air? But more importantly, I could certainly do for a few walks in the mist, spotting deer in the distance, wandering into old churches and long pub lunches. It’s been 4+ generations since most of my Irish forebears made the hopeful trip across the Atlantic, but my heartstrings still tug for this magical island where people welcome you with a smile, and where the landscape and historical structures send you to every corner of the place, enchanting visitors every step of the way. I cannot wait to travel again... (Note to self: bring tick repellent).

Looking for a grasp on New Traditionalism? This article in@westchesterhomemagis a great deep dive into the style. We're thrilled to have both our work AND our opinions in this one. Check out#12for the Mudroom we completed in partnership with@mackinarchitectsand The Shop for our go-to sources for fabrics and wall coverings. Link in Bio! . . . #newyorkdesign #interiortips #interiordesign #interiorinspo #newtraditional #westchesterrealestate

Latest fave moment from a recent project- this little corner just makes me so damn happy. Makes my client happy too (whew!)

Looking for a grasp on New Traditionalism? This article in @westchesterhomemag is a great deep dive into the style. We're thrilled to have both our work AND our opinions in this one. Check out #12 for the Mudroom we completed in partnership with @mackinarchitects and The Shop for our go-to sources for fabrics and wall coverings. Link in Bio! . . . #westchester #interiordesign #decor #newyorkdesigner #newtraditionaliststyle

How do you follow up an #rbg post after a few days away to find some calm? By firing up and preparing to #VOTE. Our system is not perfect, but it’s what we’ve got- make your voice matter. #voterregistrationday #votevotevote #vote #vote2020 #voteblue2020 Illustration: @edelrodriguez

Some moments are with the wait #twilight Architect: @hutkerarchitects Interiors: KWI #Brianvandenbrink

This beauty by @marta_sala_editions was first spied in Paris this past January...still crushing on it in September...can’t wait to see it at my client’s house soon... #swoon...available in NY @thefutureperfect

A little Sunday rest... . . . :@ericrothphoto

My #wanderlust is up today. There’s a crisp blue sky and a chill that is decidedly autumn-like in NYC today and for me, it makes me want a last hurrah before winter, which always comes too fast. I’ve been saving posts to personal boards according to destination and my list is getting so, so long. I don’t know where to go first when we can travel again, but this cozy spot in Ravello looks pretty sweet. Just add a cocktail... . . #ravello #italy #belmondhotelcaruso #travel #wanderlust #instapassport #postcardperfect

New York is a city of daily irritations, occasional horrors, hourly tests of will and even courage, and huge dollops of pure beauty. -Pete Hamill : @mingomatic . . .... . #neverforget #nyc #911 #nycprimeshot #Iny See more

Let's just *say* this is #WhereIAmWatching the Kips Bay Boys and Girl Club President’s Dinner this evening, shall we? Every surface of my home is covered in fabric samples and the kid's homework, so I'm pouring a glass of bubbles and doing some magical thinking. I'll miss celebrating in-person but I'm excited to join virtually to help a worthy cause. Want to help out too? The link in my bio will let you register for the event AND make a donation. I nominate @designerkati to show us where she's watching from! by @rikkisnyder

Color is sensitivity in material form, substance in its purest form. ~Yves Klein

Loving our newest install, delivered just in time for back to school zooms,. We renovated a former hardly-used greenhouse/winter run-around space into a multi-zone teen classroom/lounge. We planned for active desk time, secondary project/homework space, and lounge/reading space for 3 middle and high-schoolers. An adjacent lawn and indoor gym space works for taking those zoomed gym classes, away from siblings and their snarky comments (yay for sibs). Updated windows, sun shade...s, a beverage station, privacy screens and tons of storage are just a few perks. For work away from each other, each child still has their desk in their room or the kitchen table, but this spot lets parents keep an eye on kids during the day easily, and separates sleep and school zones- super important for this age-group. And did I mention I love the colors? #backtoschool #kidsdesk #interiordesigninspiration See more

Happy Fall-ish! What's New What's Next has always been one of my favorite events to look forward to, and this year, while decidedly different, is going to be so much fun. For the 12th Annual #WNWN, the @NYDC has pivoted to an entire month of insights, content, and top product picks, and I'm delighted to be a part of the Inaugural 2020 WNWN Ambassador program! Link-in-bio to meet all the ambassadors and see what we have to say about What’s Next in design.

I could so use this scene right now. Begging for a return trip to @calcotmanor in the #cotswolds whenever we can travel again. We, the kids, all of us loved the whole resort. PS- I’m stealing that freestanding bathtub surround- genius #ustime #metime #familyvacation #calgontakemeaway

Last summer, in Capri, I wandered into @ecocapri and the world of artist #LetiziaCerio and am forever smitten. The shop features fashion, home wares, accessories and a love for Capri that is expressed in a way that is solely hers. The family is legendary, the goodies are so much fun, but sophisticated at the same time. When it seems you can get anything, anywhere, I love that to really be charmed you need to go and visit. I was trying not to be wistful about summer’s end, but seeing these pics- yup, I am. * * #onlyincapri #capri #illustration #homewares #caftanstyle

A little #sneakpeek of good things to come. : @rikkisnyder Styled by: @mieketenhave

This chandelier by @cartwirghtny is going to beautifully grace a client’s dining room. But the nicest part of ordering this was meeting the owner in person when she picked up glass samples from me, from my house, which just happened to be convenient for us both. We wound up hanging out on the sidewalk, swapping stories about everything from glass to kids to entrepreneurship and on and on. That wouldn’t usually have happened- we’d normally be our busy selves, messengering things to and fro. I mentioned #silverlinings the other day - this was definitely one and I’m keeping an eye out for more- they’re there

Never forget to be kind. Sometimes a little kindness can open the door of a bigger opportunity. Debasish Mridha

Promising myself a bit more time away from my desk to appreciate these last weeks of summer. We’re usually off adventuring at the end of August so it’s just weird to be home and in full work mode. It’s throwing me. I’m wistful about our Canadian Rockies trip that is postponed. I want to be in a red canoe on a emerald lake. I wanted to be hiking on Vancouver Island and exploring pretty Victoria. But, time to be an adult and move on. Instead we’re installing a super fast and fun project, we’ll celebrate my daughters birthday at home for once, and in the best news, my babysitter agreed she’s comfortable coming by a couple nights before school starts so we can have a date night. What a weird year, but I’m determined to find the silver linings. Hope you all do too. Happy #Sunday!

Custom anything- to me that’s possibly the best perk of hiring a designer. Why settle when you can just get what’s best? Case in point: Custom-colored breakfast room chairs in family-friendly materials from @maison_drucker.

Color is such a dynamic tool. Here that blue is a bright, refreshing, fun pop. Elsewhere, it could be used as a neutral in a sea of patterned fabrics. Figuring out how to ignite each client’s color palette is one of our most favorite puzzles to figure out. Luckily it’s not random, we actually have relied on an exercise done early in each project to figure it out. Curious? Give us a .

So in love with all the new pieces from @dmitriyco this year. I ask my clients to make investments in beautifully made upholstery that they will use for years and decades to come. But that doesn’t mean we pick something that’s plain or a neutral solution. Instead, we look for distinct pieces that you will not bore you in a matter of months. Case in point: That curved arm is not a fad, the double foot will charm for decades, and the craftsmanship is hand made and fantastic- I’m sold.

Swoon! File this alabaster sconce by @alliedmaker under #thingsilove And as a bonus, it’s going into a special project for my clients who *totally get* our direction of thoughtful modern designs for their antique, 1760’s house. When you catch me smiling about my job, this is just one of the reasons why.

So happy for my truly talented friend Molly Glasgow who, among her many hats, is an artist, an awesome mom and is part of the duo behind @thegreybarnchilmark. I just got my copy of The New Farm and her beautiful photography graces it’s pages. We’ve known each other since our @prattinstitute days and she still knows how to walk in the room and drop the mic without saying a word- her art does all the talking, and it speaks volumes. Sincerest congrats my friend

Psst: not every kitchen makeover requires new cabinetry. In fact, we’ll constructed, but dated cherry cabinets and green marble countertops can morph into this pretty kitchen with a solid painter at the ready, new counters and new backsplash tiles. Bonus points for swapping out tired lighting for something custom like these from @urbanelectricco. #kitchenrenovation #kitchenmakeover

Today we kick off a new project with our first step: Discovery Day. Curious? After 16+ years on my own and 10+ years prior working for firms, I can tell you our process works well for us and our clients. That’s not to say we don’t test things- and this weird year has given us the chance to try some new ideas, some we adopted, others were tossed. But our core process was unshaken. We educate, we ask, we listen, we explore. It’s fun. Read all about it on our website. #linkinbio

Turn-key: delivering projects that are entertaining-ready, nap-ready, put-your-feet-up-and-pour-a-glass-of-wine ready. It is so gratifying to put everything in its place and let my clients walk in and start enjoying their new home *immediately*. Where is the luxury in moving In and needing to find trash liners or make sure the toothbrush is unpacked? We deliver complete projects, ready to relax in, practically tied with a bow. Contemplating your next move or renovation? We’re booking mid-fall now, NYC and beyond.

It is not lost on me that I get the privilege to work daily with skilled, lovely craftspeople and artists that inspire. These whimsical ceramic blossoms by #bradleysabin, available for commission through @voltzckarkegallery, made for the prettiest addition in a client’s living room. That I got to be there for the installation was such fun. Sure I have my share of frustrating moments but it’s those days that I choose to remember most.

Wishing my Monday felt just.like.this. Off to the races and so grateful for the clients and work we have. Make it a great week everyone!

Remember travel? And finding new things to love? And seeing things anew? Back in January I fell a little head-over-heels for everything in the window @fabrice.paris while there for trade shows. I intended a little purchase to be my last stop but then the strikers closed off the bridges and I needed to hustle fast to get in a taxi that just barely got me to the airport in time. We *will not* speak about how much in VAT refund I did not get to claim then, but, more importantly..., that window didn’t leave my brain. * Google maps let me re-find the shop since I can’t recall names of anything. I felt guilty about buying things like jewelry in a pandemic, and everything closed anyway. But, come my June birthday, voila! A few baubles to delight me arrived and reminded me of why I sincerely hope a vaccine happens sooner than later so we can go explore all that’s lovely and unique in the world, again, and open up our worlds. I just hope all the small businesses are still there to explore when we get to that point. In the meantime, I’ll continue to discover anew online, and when I can, will support small business in hopes they make it through to my next visit. See more

Where do we find inspiration? Oftentimes right here in IG! Here, I needed art that was bold, but light, perhaps a bit dreamy, definitely abstract. Then @r.sternfineart posted images of her new work that struck a chord. A studio visit to borrow works, a client willing to pop home for 15 minutes in the middle of her work day, and a trip to @jpocker framers bought these to fruition. And now Rebecca is a fave artist I follow- she got married a little bit ago and just had the most... adorable baby boy. I love meeting new sources and while IG connects me to a huge world of designers, craftspeople and artists that make my sourcing better and more interesting, the most fun is still meeting everyone in person, or getting on the phone and having a conversation. Thats when connections are really made and the world seems a little smaller. These days, I miss meeting and greeting, but I do find myself using an actual more often. I am so grateful for the fun, fruitful conversations had with design world friends these days. And keep posting- even if you’re sick of it, somewhere there’s someone like me, just looking for your perfect creative gem See more