Inspired, personalized, creative interior design by Carla Aston

BEFORE PIC - 3 plain garage doors with narrow openings and a plain concrete slab driveway. This elevation was too boring for this custom home, in my opinion.

Home Exterior Design Projects From An Interior Designer

October 07, 2020 in Designing, Remodeling, Inspiration

I’ve been consulting on the exterior design of several of my projects lately, which often happens with larger remodel or new construction jobs. Take a look at some of the changes and selections done and see how they impacted the curb appeal of these homes. I think you might find something to take away here for your own home’s exterior….

Secondary Bathrooms Need Design Love Too!

October 03, 2020 in Bath, Design Plans, Remodeling, Project Reveal

I’ve got a couple of bathroom remodels to share today that are the secondary baths of a home. And even though these are neutral and simple, they have an elegant and calm look that would appeal to anyone. Come and take a look….

Seasonal Living Magazine’s Virtual Designer Showhouse | Living Room - A Virtual 3D Walk-Around Viewing coming on December 3, 2020!

A Virtual Showhouse Living Room In The Works!

September 27, 2020 in Announcement, Design Plans, Decorating, Design Stars, Designing, Shopping, Furniture, Inspiration

I hope you’ve missed seeing my posts coming to your inbox in the past few weeks. :-) I’ve been madly working non-stop this September on several big projects as well as a new VIRTUAL showhouse living room that will featured soon! Come and see what I’ve been working on….

MY NEW BOOK: How to Choose Perfect Flooring for Your Home | By Carla Aston

September 12, 2020 in Products, Designing, Announcement

In my new book—How to Choose Perfect Flooring For Your Home—I provide foolproof advice on selecting flooring that will create more comfort, more durability, and—of course—more beauty and interest to every room in your house than you’ve ever dreamed possible!

This Tuscan great room looks so fresh after a nice white paint job. It just needs a little more push to make it feel more up to date.

How To Update A Tuscan Style Home For A Fresh, New Look!

September 09, 2020 in Decorating, Design Plans, E-Design, Reader Advice, Q&A, Furniture, Kitchen

The home I’m sharing here today has really great Tuscan style bones, and the homeowner went a long way to update it by painting walls and ceilings a lovely soft white. (Yes, while leaving her travertine tile!) She made a big impact with paint alone.

Now, for a few tips on how to bring it a little further along into the 2020’s……..

Carla Aston - interior designer