Category: Brands

The Unfinished Works Collection: Morris & Co. x The Huntington
Brands, New Products, Pasadena, Textiles | September 2, 2025
The Unfinished Works Collection: Morris & Co. x The Huntington

Few names in design history resonate as strongly as William Morris. Known as the father of the Arts and Crafts Movement, Morris created timeless patterns that celebrated craftsmanship, nature, and artistry. Now, more than a century later, a new chapter of his story unfolds with The Unfinished Works Collection – a collaboration between Morris & Co. and The Huntington Library,…

New Technology: Custom Textured Wallpaper
Brands, New Products | January 21, 2025
New Technology: Custom Textured Wallpaper

Recently I was invited to visit Roland DGA’s Southern California office, on the suggestion of my longtime friend, Laurie Laizure of the Interior Design Community.  I spent the day with Laurie, the Roland DGA team, and several design leaders from around the country, to learn about the future of printing, wallpaper, and Dimense’s newest printer, Dimensor S.   Dimense -New Digital…

Online or Local: Where’s the Best Place to Purchase Morris & Co Wallpaper
Brands | September 3, 2024
Online or Local: Where’s the Best Place to Purchase Morris & Co Wallpaper

When it comes to purchasing Morris & Co. wallpaper, the question often arises: should you shop online or visit a local retailer? While both options have their merits, there are distinct advantages to buying Morris & Co wallpaper in person at a local retailer.  The Benefits of Buying Morris & Co Wallpaper In-Person Morris & Co: Personalized Assistance A local…

The Jules Configurable Program - Hickory Chair
Brands | August 30, 2024
The Jules Configurable Program – Hickory Chair

Spruce Up your Space with a Custom Upholstered Chair Looking for the perfect custom upholstery in Pasadena? Look no further than the iconic Jules Chair from Hickory Chair. It has been a staple and favorite among designers and their clients for many years. It is best known for its classic styling and, more importantly, for its unrivaled comfort. If you’ve…

Pasadena Kitchen Showroom • Monogram Appliances Experience Center
Brands, Design | June 2, 2024
Pasadena Kitchen Showroom • Monogram Appliances Experience Center

We’ve partnered with Monogram Appliances and have created the ultimate kitchen design center in Pasadena.  Our showroom has all the best product one would want and need when designing a luxury kitchen, as we have partnered with the best lines in the business. We are proud of our new Pasadena kitchen showroom and hope that you’ll stop by to experience…

Modernizing a Wood Paneled Room: 2024 Pasadena Showcase House
Brands, Home Furnishings, Interior Design, Tips and Tricks | May 10, 2024
Modernizing a Wood Paneled Room: 2024 Pasadena Showcase House

How do you modernize old wood paneling?  Modernizing a dark wood-paneled room can transform it from heavy and dated into a bright and inviting space that combines classic and contemporary elements. If the woodwork is in good shape and a wood worth saving , we always recommend restoration rather than painting. Once you paint, it is difficult to return the…

The Ultimate Guide of What to Include in a Luxury Kitchen
Brands, Design, New Products | October 10, 2023
The Ultimate Guide of What to Include in a Luxury Kitchen

Designing a luxury kitchen? Wondering about the must-have amenities to include in every luxury kitchen? Look no further! As a Pasadena kitchen designer with experience in designing kitchens for the Pasadena Showcase House and the owner of a Pasadena kitchen showroom, I’ve got you covered. Confused about what elements to include in your kitchen remodel? Don’t worry, I’ll share the…

Napa Food and Wine Experience With Signature Kitchen Suite
Brands, Events | May 28, 2019
Napa Food and Wine Experience With Signature Kitchen Suite

TRUE TO FOOD Last week I spent 4 days for a Napa food and wine experience, with Signature Kitchen Suite, a start-up luxury appliance brand whose parent company is LG Electronics. Even though their parent company is a large conglomerate, Signature Kitchen Suite is anything but large and corporate. The company was formed 3 years ago with Zach Elkin at…

Signature Kitchen Suite Design and Experience Center - Napa Valley
Brands, New Products | May 13, 2019
Signature Kitchen Suite Design and Experience Center – Napa Valley

Designhounds Napa with Signature Kitchen Suite I am thrilled to announce that I am heading up to Napa today to spend a few days with Signature Kitchen Suite. I am one of 22 designers  invited to the Signature Kitchen Suite Design and Experience Center from May 13-16 for Designhounds Napa with Signature Kitchen Suite.  There I will fully immerse myself…

Customizing the Home with Designer Light Switches and Wall Plates
Brands, Design | October 27, 2017
Customizing the Home with Designer Light Switches and Wall Plates

Hands down, the quickest, easiest and relatively most inexpensive way to customize a home is to change out the existing switches with designer light switches and wall plates. As a designer, I go into so many homes and I can’t tell you how many homes have the standard ugly white plastic wall plates with exposed screws – even multi-million dollar…

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