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Design Dilemma Friday - Involving your Child in the Design Process

I think it's so great to let children have a say in how their space is going to look and function, but I also understand feeling apprehensive. I think the trick is involving them in a way and to the point that you can live with. But when you strike that balance, they will walk away from it with greater confidence, independence, communication skills and cherished memories of time spent together.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

Choosing Window Treatments for Kid’s Rooms

The perfect window treatment is often the finishing touch that a room needs and this is even more true when we’re talking about a child’s space. Use the opportunity to bring in color, texture, a fun theme, and a little whimsy. We will talk you through what you need to consider and what pitfalls to avoid.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

Finding a little Inspiration for your Primary Bedroom

Are you ready to start designing your primary bedroom? Let me walk you through how to choose the perfect inspiration piece that will tie all the elements together into a cohesive vision and moment that you won’t want to leave.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

Mixing Kitchen Metals Like a Designer

MIXING KITCHEN METALS - This can feel like an overwhelming design task without guidance, but mixing metals adds so much depth and interest to a kitchen design. Whether you’re planning a new kitchen or just looking to refresh your existing kitchen, these steps will get you on the right track. So find your courage, take a deep breath and bring your kitchen design up a notch.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

Design Dilemma Friday- From Dark to Airy

It's that time, Design Dilemma Friday! You send a question and I will do my best to give you helpful feedback that can get you unstuck and moving in the right direction. Today we’re taking on a dark and busy kitchen that has the goal of being bright and airy.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

Design Dilemma Friday- Honey Oak Cabinets

Design Dilemma Friday! We dig deep into a question of what you can do to downplay the orange tones of honey oak kitchen cabinets. Luckily, there are options and other aspect of the room that can be used to highlight what you want people to look at … or ignore.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

10 Common Kitchen Mistakes…

10 Most Common Kitchen Mistakes and How to Avoid Them. Planning is foundational to all good design. Start with a solid plan, keeping some of these common pitfalls in mind, and you will be off to a great start in creating the kitchen of your dreams.

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Heather Luke Heather Luke

Laying Out Your Kitchen

Because January is all about KITCHENS, let's talk about some of the considerations you'll want to think through when planning a kitchen. There's quite a bit to it, but hey, this is the heart and soul of your home...so if you get anywhere nailed down, let it be here.

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