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Author: Jennifer Hyman
Design, Decorate, Style – Let’s Get Started!
Hello! It’s been a very busy last few months and I haven’t written any new blogs entries since August 2016. Rutro! Thankfully I’ve been able to show work on Instagram and making quick posts on Facebook and Twitter. We’re working on some really fun projects and have new clients coming in and that’s so exciting –…
Mexican Street Corn
Today’s post doesn’t have anything to with interior design. I’m just feeling obsessed with sweet corn and wanted to see if anyone else was too. We picked up some corn at the farmers market on Sunday and I found myself longing for a set of corn on the cob butter dishes just like the ones…
Decoding Similar Design Motifs: Eclectic vs. Transitional
One of my very first clients took me down the rabbit hole of eclectic design style. Like Alice, she was always off on an adventure, and had spent her life collecting everything from political mementos, childrens trophies, weekends in Benton Harbor, travels across the country, and she saved it all! It was recovered, repurposed, reworked…
How To Buy Furniture For Small Outdoor Spaces
Decorating a city balcony or deck can be a daunting exercise when it comes to outdoor decor ideas. Don’t stress! Grab a measuring tape, pencil, and pad of paper and do a little planning before heading out to the stores. Also, be sure to employ a couple of my favorite design tricks. Layer the ambient lighting…
How To Pick The Right Light Fixture For Your Home
Interior Designer, Jill Cordner has joined one of my favorite blogs, Dot & Bo as one of their Style Mavens. She has a very informative post and several tips on how to select the perfect light fixture for space and make sure you have stylish, well lit room. One of the most important features of Shop Dot & Bo to…
The Importance of Materials, Scale, Color, and Texture
It’s inevitable that I get asked, before I get hired, “What’s your style?” and the answer is always, “Whatever your style is. I’m going to bring out the best of your style in your home.” The next comment is usually, “I hope I’m not going to be your worst client because I don’t know what…
Open Up: Creating Spacious Rooms From Small Spaces
Just finished up a client meeting about taking out a wall in his Chicago Bungalow that will allow for a more spacious entry way and resolve the issue of an awkward layout created by a previous owner’s remodel. Also on the wish list is additional closet space and a more functional living room area. Over the…
Tour A Chicago Micro Studio with Chernise Yvette
Chernise Yvette is a Chicago Actress, Spokesmodel, Athlete and all around inspiring person. Her YouTube channel is devoted to all topics of Lifestyle, Inspiration, and Fitness that will make you want to get out of your routine and try something new. Today she’s going to take us on a tour of her 250 sq ft micro…
MAKE IT DIY: Autumn Sun Printing
Suzie at Terrain has put together this beautiful fall foliage Autumn Sun Printing project that you can try at home. Make these beautiful sun prints and then frame to help make the summer months last just a little bit longer. With leaves of all shapes and sizes beginning to dot the lawn, autumn is the…
I’M CURRENTLY OBSESSED WITH: Geometric Accessory Decor Items
It’s happening. Fall is slowly starting to creep its way in; shelves are suddenly filling up with pumpkin spice scented candles, and body lotions. Apple pie recipes are popping up in your Pinterest feed that used to be filled with summertime booze ideas. As you whimper at the thought of your summer garden turning gray,…