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This kitchen tile backsplash does not align with the upper cabinet and appears to hang in mid-air with an unfinished look that has not been thoughtfully designed and detailed.

Don't Leave Your Kitchen Backsplash Hanging In Midair!

August 11, 2021 in Decorating, Designing, Kitchen, Remodeling

I’ve got a couple of examples of a detail that you should watch out for when laying out a kitchen backsplash. You won’t want to miss this, especially if you are considering a kitchen update with your backsplash anytime soon!

*Coordinated custom throw pillows with contrasting welting and down fill | Designer: Carla Aston*

How To Pick Perfect Decorative Throw Pillows For Your Sofa, Bed Or Chair

July 21, 2021 in Custom Furnishings, Decorating, Designing, Furniture, Shopping, Products

Trust me, there's an art to this. Many times a whole design scheme starts right here, with the pillows.

ARTICLE + GALLERY: Want a Bigger, Brighter Kitchen? Get This Two-Toned Look! (Click-thru to learn more... )

Want a Bigger, Brighter Kitchen? Get the Two-Toned Look!

June 16, 2021 in Color, Designing, Kitchen, Remodeling, Reader Advice

A two-toned kitchen gives you that open, airy, light feel while still keeping that classic dark look that so many people love. Click through to see some advice I gave a recent reader question…..

These irregular angles at the ceiling are accentuated with the different finishes and crown at the top of some of the walls. See how to get a more cohesive look.

When To Match Your Ceiling To Your Walls [Angled Ceilings]

June 12, 2021 in Color, Remodeling, Designing, Reader Advice, Q&A

When is it a good idea to match your ceiling to your walls with the paint color, wallpaper, or finish?

I recently had a design consultation and it brought to mind a situation that I’ve mentioned in various blogposts here, but failed to sort of give it the headline it deserved. See what I advised in this consultation…..

Floating shelves can make your wall feel more open and the style seem more up to date. | Carla Aston, Photographer, Tori Aston — Floating shelves can make your wall feel more open and the style seem more up to date. | Carla Aston, Photographer, Tori Aston

Floating Shelves: See How Easily They Create Open, Airy Interiors...

June 09, 2021 in Decorating, Design Plans, Designing, Remodeling, Kitchen

Floating, open shelves will make your wall feel more open and modern. Take a look at these transformations that prove just that.

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