Design products and services are a luxury item and Danzinger’s point about how we tend to stick with one demographic as they move through the life cycles hits the nail on the head. We need to be looking for new markets and younger customers if we want to be in business in 5 years. Read […] Read more
Part of High Point Market’s event lineup was Design Tech Summit. Over three days and three tracks we saw and heard about an amazing roundup of Apps, platforms and software designed and built just for the design industry. Founded by Katy Garrett, Connexion Software and inspired by the Tech industry’s Bake-Off, DTS gave designers a panoramic […] Read more
October 14-16, 2013 Orange, CA Inspired Drapes Drapery School October 18, 2013 IIDA OH-KY 2013 Annual Conference Best Western Premier Grand Plaza Hotel 444 Summit St Toledo, OH 2:30pm I’ll be presenting Futurevision: Interior Design in 2023 October 19, 2013 Design Tech Summit High Point Market Antiques and Design Center 1:30pm […] Read more
Driven by the unique experiences of their generation, Millennials’ décor choices, shopping patterns, and design influences are all different from those of earlier generations. The power of the Millennial in the next 5 years will impact design on all Americans. Here are three key elements influencing Millennials and design. 1. Diverse Tastes. Millennials have […] Read more
Embroidery is popping up all over the place these days- from couching to cross stitch. I love the idea of the repetition, of the process and that thousands of hands have done the same stitch to create a perfectly personal piece. Here’s what I am seeing now: Claire Cole Claire designs and produces embroidered wall […] Read more
It’s Oksana’s Laser Cut Fabrics Oksana’s work is stunning! She’s in my dream journal to hopefully do laser cut treatments someday. It’s Oksana did a wedding! We custom laser cut a backdrop for the beautiful couple, Madina and Dobromir. Designed by Bridget Crowe and Daniel Giroux. Makers: Art Inspires Textiles Wood Blinds Trend Watch: […] Read more
Do you intuitively know where you want to take your business, but just can’t quite put your finger on the next step? Do you feel like you’re almost there? Just thisclose to landing the right client or project? That’s where I come in. I am now offering personal consultations and coaching for design […] Read more
Here’s your chance to experience the ultimate “city of dreams” with a group of like-minded designers. Experienced Paris habitués Susan Schultz and i will lead you on this design dream tour. After 10+ years of visiting Paris regularly for the famed Maison&Objet show, we have compiled an impressive “little black book” of designer resources, information […] Read more
Become a Certified Window Treatment Specialist with my online course. Summer Session starts June 4, 2025. Take the course live or on demand 24/7.
We’re already planning our 2025 schedule- Paris, London, Provence, Portugal to name a few! Let us know where you’d like to go with Decor Tours in 2025 HERE.
Our graduates report:
▪ More confidence in every consultation
▪ Fewer fabrication & install errors = More money
▪ A stronger reputation as experts clients trust
This Fall, you can join them. Don’t let another season go by repeating the same mistakes. If you’re ready to build confidence, master the details, and separate yourself from the pack, this is your chance. Link in Bio. #windowdressings #windowtreatmentcertification #windowtreatments #wtmasterclass
• see two great trade shows
• shop two of the best design centers in the U.S.
• visit showrooms with lines seen nowhere else in the U.S.
• behind-the-scenes insight into some of the city’s most stunning interiors
• Meet designers and artisans
Plus, you get to see the city, and have access to studios and interiors that might not otherwise be accessible.
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Haines’ signature style incorporated custom-made modern furnishings and period antiques with touches of Chinoiserie and exotic artifacts in a glamorous mix that would retrospectively become known as Hollywood Regency style. The centerpieces of Haines’ interiors were his custom designs including tufted sofas, iconic chairs –the Seniah, the Elbow, the Pull Up and the Hostess. Haines hired talented local artists, craftsmen and workshops to produce his one of a kind custom pieces specially crafted per client. #loveagoodpresentation #windowdressings #designicon #americanasethetic #hollywoodregency l
Window treatments often turn into a design challenge or major investment, but let’s face it: If you neglect your windows in favor of a different design focus, you’ll be left with a bare view. Every window needs some kind of dressing. Window fashions fill the blackhole; keep out heat or cold, control sunlight and most importantly finish off the room. After all I am WC pro; so it’s a cardinal sin not to treat windows in some way.
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Window Treatment Certification Fall Session Starts September 10, 2025!
Custom window coverings is one of the most technical design niches, BUT it’s also one with the most opportunity to profit! Whether you are new to this category or looking to expand your opportunities in 2025, this course offers you real time tools, advice, and inspiration all to set you up as a CERTIFIED WINDOW TREATMENT SPECIALIST!
