Inspired, personalized, creative interior design by Carla Aston

Cozy up with your family with these holiday gift ideas

October 13, 2020 in Blogging, Decorating, Holiday, Products, Shopping, Round-Up

If you ever get the winter blues or feel like the cold is keeping you too homebound, then I might have something here to help you cozy up your home and make it more appealing for the long winter months. I’ve put out a gift guide for a cozy home for several years now and this year I included some beautiful puzzles, games, books as well as fresh, new decor links. It’s time to get shopping because if you’ve been on the internet at all lately, you know everything is going fast this year!

How To Layout And Decorate A Long, Narrow Bedroom

October 10, 2020 in Furniture, Reader Advice, Q&A, Decorating

I’m sharing an online design consultation I had with someone who had a long, narrow bedroom. I have some advice on how to make this room feel more intentionally designed and decorated so this homeowner can have a really personal and special retreat!

There’s lots to unpack here, so let’s dive in.

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….

Carla Aston - interior designer