The city of Charleston was the first stop on my Summer Study Tour. It is a beautiful city filled with elegant homes and lots of history. Since the city is on the tip of a peninsula, the ... Read More >
My Summer Study Tour
The concept of a sabbatical has intrigued me for years. A sabbatical is often associated with academic professions, but the benefits of a change in pace and scenery have always been clear to ... Read More >
Entry Chairs
The holiday season is officially in full swing, which means our homes are abuzz with cheerful tunes, sweet smells, and festive parties with friends and family. And even if our gatherings are a little ... Read More >
Designing With Color: Dramatic Vs. Understated
In my last blog post, I shared about my experience of rediscovering my personal color swatches from the 1980s. It made me curious about how the color language I learned at that early age has ... Read More >
The Comfort of Color
Fall is the perfect time to talk about color. As the light changes with the shorter days, I’m more aware of the nurturing effect that color can have. A recent experience gave me insight into the ... Read More >
Desk Chairs
As the seasons begin to change and the return to school and routine sets in, there’s a crispness in the air and a sense of limitless possibility. Soon those freshly sharpened pencils and untouched ... Read More >
Make It Home Bay Area: Finding Solutions to Divert Waste and End Furniture Poverty
As an interior designer, it’s my job to help people fill their homes with furnishings and décor that nurtures and delights them. This process often coincides with a life transition, like a move, a new ... Read More >
Al Fresco Dining Chairs
As the sun sets later and the nights stay warmer, there’s nothing better than dining al fresco in the summer. And with all of the outdoor entertaining of the season, it’s a great opportunity to extend ... Read More >
A Walk Through Bridget’s Favorite Sculpture Gardens
For this month's blog post, Bridget is taking over with a collection of photos from sculpture gardens spanning from the Bay Area to Copenhagen. We hope you enjoy from your screen, or maybe ... Read More >
Reinvent Your Room with Nystrom Design
Over the last few years, I’ve noticed an increased demand for interior design expertise that results in personalized and elevated décor but doesn’t come with the custom design price tag and ... Read More >