CLEAR YEAR-END STUFF AND RING IN NEW YEAR FREEDOM
CLEAR YEAR-END STUFF AND RING IN NEW YEAR FREEDOM I’m grateful to be back on track after the loss of my Dad in July and his brother in October. Both men were influential role models in my life and the inspiration for this newsletter. My Dad lived to 94 and his brother to 89. They […]
HAPPY SPRING A TIME FOR NEW BEGINNINGS
HAPPY SPRING A TIME FOR NEW BEGINNINGS Happy spring — a time for new beginnings, creativity and enjoying life. My first trip to Washington, D.C. has fueled my creativity. My senses have been stimulated by the natural beauty of the trees and spring flowers, the Greek- and Roman-inspired architecture, and the vast history of our […]
HAPPY 2017
HAPPY 2017 Happy 2017! I hope your holidays were peaceful and the New Year has been joyful so far. I just finished reading The Joy of Less. A Minimalist Guide to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify, by Francine Jay, Miss Minimalist. The book is revolutionary in how it can positively affect your wellbeing with a few simple […]
SPACE PLANNING: THE FOUNDATION OF EVERY GREAT DESIGN
SPACE PLANNING: THE FOUNDATION OF EVERY GREAT DESIGN Fall is here and the holidays are upon us. As I reflect on the year, it has been productive and I’m grateful for the creative projects, appreciative customers, and supportive trade professionals I’ve worked with. Best wishes for a beautiful holiday season. I’ve had the chance to […]
MOVING IN — WITH STYLE THAT FITS YOU AND YOUR HOME
MOVING IN — WITH STYLE THAT FITS YOU AND YOUR HOME I hope you enjoyed the excitement of summer and are preparing for the beauty of fall. One of the things I did this summer is have my website (www.belladesigns.com) redesigned so it has an updated look. Please visit and let me know what you […]
5 TYPES OF TILES TO CREATE DESIGN
5 TYPES OF TILES TO CREATE DESIGN Spring has sprung, which means new beginnings are in season. Are you getting the itch to make some design changes around your home? Spring design sounds a lot more fun than spring cleaning to me! Since the last newsletter, I’ve attended the ASID IP EXPO that showcased industry partner […]
5 TIPS TO ENHANCE YOUR YEAR
5 TYPES OF TILES TO CREATE DESIGN Spring has sprung, which means new beginnings are in season. Are you getting the itch to make some design changes around your home? Spring design sounds a lot more fun than spring cleaning to me! Since the last newsletter, I’ve attended the ASID IP EXPO that showcased industry partner […]
ACHIEVING THE BEST DESIGN RESULTS
ACHIEVING THE BEST DESIGN RESULTS Achieving the Best Design Results Design is certainly a collaborative process, so the best results are going to be obtained when you, the client, are involved at every step of the way. If you’ve never worked with a professional designer (and even if you have), you may be unsure of […]
WINDOW TREATMENTS: MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY FACE
WINDOW TREATMENTS: MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY FACE “Lucky 13” and Still Going Strong I’m proud to announce that next month Bella Designs will be 13 years old. Instead of experiencing teenage angst, I’m focused on building on the success I’ve had serving my wonderful clients. We’ve come a long way, but will continue to […]
THINKING ABOUT A KITCHEN REMODEL?
THINKING ABOUT A KITCHEN REMODEL? My Worldwide Inspiration In the last four months, my travels have taken me to Italy, Spain and China. From the beautiful architecture of Italy to the colorful lights of China, I’ve experienced design at its best. The diverse styles of each country offer boundless design inspiration. Back in California, I […]
2015 TRENDS: THINK METAL, COLOR AND AUTOMATION
2015 TRENDS: THINK METAL, COLOR AND AUTOMATION When a new year begins, it provides a great opportunity for new design trends to be unveiled—and there’s no better place to get an overview than at the World Market Center & KBIS show in Las Vegas. After four exhausting days, I returned home full of inspiration and […]
