Is there a single design element that goes a long way toward making or breaking the look you desire? I’d say yes—but you may be surprised at what element that is (or maybe not given the title of this post).
This is a dream come true for purple lovers. I know my editor is going to love it. (Editor’s note: Yes, although like you I draw the line at driving a purple car!) Embrace this divine color, whether you go all in or use it as an accent color.
If you are fortunate enough to have a home or business with lots of large windows, you know how uplifting it can be to enjoy the best light source of them all: the sun.
I recently attended an outdoor kitchen design event sponsored by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and Arizona Appliance & Home.
Spring Forward Most people who know me might think summer is my favorite season, since I do love it when the heat is on. But
New Year Colors, Trends I always look forward to this time of year, when the “colors of the year” and new design trends are revealed.
Ready for remodeling this year? Many people make resolutions to start a new year; among the top 10 are exercising more, losing weight, quitting smoking,
Planning and Decorating for the Holidays The holidays are a joyous time of year, but they can also be stressful if you don’t plan your
Giving Thanks For My Career Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what you’re grateful for, and very near the top of my list is
Autumn Design Trends to Fall For You can sense a change is afoot, with cooler temperatures, and then there’s the emergence of all things pumpkin,
Defining a Budget for Your Interior Design Project As you start dreaming about an updated bathroom, a chef’s kitchen or maybe even a total home
Summer Design Trends Looking for ways to incorporate some summertime into your home? While it may feel like summer in places like Arizona and Southern
REFRESH FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH 5 DESIGN TIPS While 2020 has certainly been an unusual year, fall is around the corner and many of you
COOL DOWN WITH 5 SUMMER DESIGN TIPS Summer is approaching, and this year you’re probably spending more time at home than usual. If you’re seeking
AWAKEN YOUR SENSES WITH 5 SPRING DESIGN TIPS Awaken Your Senses with 5 Spring Design Tips Spring has sprung with a newly designed BellaTrends —
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
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.
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
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
MOVING IN — WITH STYLE THAT FITS YOU AND YOUR HOME I hope you enjoyed the excitement of summer and are preparing for the beauty
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
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
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
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
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
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
