INSPIRING & ENERGIZING
THE DESIGN INDUSTRY

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  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

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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

Design Round Up

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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

Coaching

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    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

Paris in January

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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

My August Webinars

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Master Class: The Geometry of Design Wednesday August 14, 2013  10 am CDT/ 11 am EDT/ 8am PDT Don’t let the title scare you. This class will cover design lessons in the elements and principles that make up the vocabulary of design including proportion theory and The Golden Rectangle. Learn how to use a proportion […] Read more

Designers Tech Summit

SOOOO EXCITED to be part of the Design Tech Summit 2013-2014,  a hands on learning environment showcasing the latest tech apps, project management software solutions, rendering tools, and so much more for interior designers, architects, etc. There are three tracks: Project Management Presentation and Rendering Software Mobile Apps Join me for the first #DesignTechSummit2013 at […] Read more

Apps are coming to the marketplace fast and furious. I wanted to share several that I am liking and that I think you’ll fine fab too.  I have also added a couple to the laundry list that I haven’t had a chance to play around with, but have great reviews. What are your favorite apps […] Read more