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Kitchen with semi gloss trim design -ed by interior designer Carla Aston

Kitchen with high gloss trim design -ed by interior designer Carla Aston

Kitchen with satin trim design -ed by interior designer Carla Aston

What's The Best Paint For Your Trim: High Gloss, Semi-Gloss, or Satin Enamel?

July 04, 2018 in Color, Designing, Decorating, Remodeling

Even though I hate applying a single rule to anything in design, I do use these considerations when choosing paint finishes for a project.

Oopsie! Someone got their little hands on the velvet ottoman! :-)

Making A Formal Living Room A Little More Child Friendly

June 27, 2018 in Custom Furnishings, Decorating, Designing, Furniture, Project Reveal

This project is one I worked on several years ago, before this homeowner had a baby.

Dismiss Cookie Cutter Design Forever With Fully Customized Pieces

June 23, 2018 in Designing, Furniture, Shopping

More and more often, I’m finding that homeowners don’t want something that anyone with an internet connection can have with the click of a mouse. They prefer their homes to...

25 Beautiful Shampoo Niches For Your Beautiful Bath Products | White marble floral pattern tile niche, Designer: Carla Aston

25 Beautiful Shower Niches For Your Beautiful Bath Products

June 16, 2018 in Designing, Bath, Inspiration, Remodeling

If you’re going to have a luxurious, gorgeous, spa-like shower, you’re going to need a niche ... or two ;-)

Planning your interior design project goals

The Dangers Of Not Planning Your Interior Design Project Ahead Of Time

June 06, 2018 in Designing, Remodeling, Design Plans

This is about starting a project with a “minimal fix” in mind. Beginning with a smaaaaaall scope and, during the construction process, having it grow...

Into something big.. Something you didn’t really plan on.

Carla Aston - interior designer