Janelle is off to New York

Janelle will be in Manhattan next week.
Check back the week of September 29th for new posts.

Weekly Pick: Crystal Lamp

Weekly Pick:
Williams-Sonoma Home Crystal Accent Lamps

How to use it: These lamps are so classic and versatile- they can literally be used anywhere in the house! I would love to see a crystal lamp in the living room, study, on the entry table, in the boudoir or even in a nursery. This would be a great [...]

Weekly Q+A: Where to shop for appliances?

I get this question a lot! For the general public, I recommend shopping at Pacific Sales. This is a southern California based company so you won’t find them elsewhere (yet!). Pacific sales is the go-to place for many interior designers, architects, and custom “ultra” luxury home builders when assisting their clients with appliances or referring [...]

Weekly Editorial: The Grande Gesture

A knockout interior design encompasses many, many different components. From the floor plan to the lighting, finishes and accessories- everything must work in unison in order to create a memorable space. Its not enough to address one aspect of design and expect to achieve that “wow” factor. Every layer must work together. Every layer must [...]

Weekly Q+A: What colors go with Carerra Marble?

I am thrilled to answer this question since Carerra Marble is one of my favorite surfaces. Its classic (harking back to Ancient Rome) and its absolutely gorgeous. Carerra marble comes from Carerra, Italy which was established in 1235. Aside from its impressive pedigree as a medium (think Michelangelo’s David and the Pantheon in Rome), it [...]

Weekly Pick: Kate Spade Flatware

Weekly Pick:
Classic Quilted Flatware by Kate Spade

How to Use it:
1) This flatware would be great for everyday use- its fun, stylish and substantial. It doesn’t look like fancy dinner or formal guest service- just a chic and classic “everyday” design.
2) This flatware is suitable for casual guest service such as breakfast, luncheons or book [...]

Weekly Editorial: Brass Revival

I predict a brass revival. I’m not sure how long this revival will last, or how huge the movement will be…but I’m pretty sure its coming. One could argue brass never really left. In certain circles- brass till signifies tradition, quality and taste. You can still find a selection of brass hardware and fittings…if you [...]

Weekly Editorial: Making a Home Unique

Today I feel like waxing poetic about what I do. I want to write about the most exciting, personal and best part about possessing talent as an interior designer- and that is making a home unique.
The word “unique”…its often so overused when talking about interior design. Because of that, I am going to refresh your [...]

Weekly Retail Pick: Bistro Server

Weekly Pick:
Bistro Serving Stand

How to use it:
1) This server comes just in time for the holidays! Use it to improve the display of desserts and luncheon goodies as part of your buffet.

2) Use it as an every day decor item in your kitchen ( on the island, by the stove)- stock it with [...]

Announcement: New Weekly Feature!

Janelle has added a new weekly blog feature appropriately titled “Weekly Pick”. This feature will highlight a design or decor pick that is available to the general public through retail stores or retail catalogs. A product photo and purchasing information will be noted, along with notes on why Janelle chose the particular object and suggestions on how you can use it in your [...]