Inspired, personalized, creative interior design by Carla Aston

Thermador’s 48” Pro-Harmony Range in this freshly remodeled kitchen made a perfect focal point and statement of quality. *Carla Aston, Designer*

Range vs Cooktop With Wall Oven For Kitchen Remodel [Which is Best]

March 10, 2021 in Remodeling, Kitchen, Trending

There are many times when people call me to discuss their upcoming kitchen remodel and they have automatically assumed they will replace their kitchen appliances with similar-but-more-current models. Even if they want a completely new kitchen, they often aren’t considering all the options out there available. Here’s why some research into appliances might be a good place to start planning your kitchen project. Especially, when it comes to the range vs cooktop debate!

Custom pillows ready to go for a furniture installation.

Project Updates - Sneak Peeks And Design Plans

March 06, 2021 in Custom Furnishings, Project Reveal, Furniture

I’m sharing a project update and sneak peek today along with the design plans done for this job. I had a partial furniture install this week, basically we’re waiting for the rest of the furnishings to come in. :-/

A Long Fireplace Wall Gets Some Attention

March 03, 2021 in Remodeling, Reader Advice, Q&A, Furniture, Designing

In a recent email design consultation, a homeowner was planning to relocate a fireplace on the long wall in their living room and wanted to know how to address the wall on each side. The solution had a lot to do with the furniture layout. Take a look……

This wide white wall was bugging the homeowner. It seemed empty and without any real design to it.

Help For Your Blank Walls Is On The Way!

February 27, 2021 in Decorating, Design Plans, Inspiration, Reader Advice, Q&A

As some of you might know, I shared a bunch of free advice last April and May when we were all locked down and at home, staring at our big, blank walls. I answered lots of questions here on my blog and on Instagram and I was actually quite amazed at how many came in. I do have one more blank wall situation here that I’m sharing today and I had to laugh at what this reader called her problem. :-)

SKS Appliances’ 48” dual fuel range with 4 gas burners, induction and sous vide cooking has great options built right in for the cooktop!

PREPAREDNESS - The New Luxury Interior Design Trend!

February 24, 2021 in Trending, Remodeling, Products, Kitchen

I’ve been sold on induction cooking for the last few years as what I wanted in my future home. No more gas for me…… until last week happened.

Carla Aston - interior designer