How I Designed a Room Inspired by One Piece of Artwork

Although my job goes well beyond choosing colors for a space, I find it’s one of the decisions that overwhelm my clients the most.

homeownerShila GriffithDecember 3, 2019section2, color, living room, homeowner, artworkComment

Typical Renovation Process + Tasks

Embarking on a renovation can be intimidating—there are a lot of little decisions that need to be made and if they aren’t well thought out, they can have a negative impact on the project.

business, homeownerShila GriffithNovember 26, 2019homeowner, business, schedule, infographic, section2Comment

When to Consider a Custom Bathroom Vanity

You have an idea of what you want your new vanity to look like, but you can’t find it anywhere! And none of the vanities that you are finding look nearly as great as those in the bathroom images you’re saving on Pinterest. So how do you get exactly what you want?

homeownerShila GriffithNovember 19, 2019homeowner, section2, bathroom, vanity, customComment

Bar Stools vs. Counter Stools

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that sometimes I use my Instagram Stories to point out design mishaps. More recently, I went to pick up lunch and ran into the most uncomfortable seating situation.

business, homeownerShila GriffithNovember 12, 2019stools, barstools, counterstools, kitchen, bar, seating, section2, business, homeownerComment

TerraVida Holistic Centers

A warm corporate environment for a progressive company

interiors, businessShila GriffithOctober 29, 2019section2, office design, corporate design, businessComment

3 Major Master Bedroom Upgrades for Better Sleep

The return on your investment is most apparent in spaces where you spend the most time. One of those spaces is the bedroom.

homeownerShila GriffithOctober 22, 2019section2, bedroom, sleepComment

Guest Blog Post: What to Consider When Choosing Wedding Wall Art

When done properly displaying your wedding photos can serve not only as a visual reminder of your day but can also add to the style of your home.

inspiration, homeownerShila GriffithFebruary 12, 2019section2, accent wall, art, coupleComment

Light Fixture Types

Lighting is one of those elements that can make or break the look of your interior. Choose the light fixture that will best compliment your space from a functional and aesthetic standpoint.

knowledge, business, homeownerShila GriffithJanuary 29, 2019section2, lighting, both, business, homeowner, light fixtureComment

A Custom Mid-Century Modern Vanity + Cabinet

When I was designing a new bathroom for my clients none of the vanities we looked at felt right for the space. Fortunately, I can design custom furniture, so my client got exactly what they wanted.

inspiration, homeownerShila GriffithJanuary 22, 2019section2, bathroomComment

Stunning Vacation Home Views? You'll Sacrifice One Thing.

When you have a home with views of the beach, mountains, lake or the city you sacrifice one thing.

interiors, tips, homeownerShila GriffithJanuary 8, 2019views, vacation home, interior design, section2, vacationComment

3 Holiday Party Must-Haves

If you’re hosting, there are a few more things you can do to make guest feel more welcome.

entertaining, business, homeownerShila GriffithNovember 15, 2018holiday, party, section2Comment

Keep This Out of the Baby's Nursery

Not all dangerous things can be seen.

knowledge, interiors, homeownerShila GriffithOctober 30, 2018baby, health, section2, nurseryComment

Fired Up - Why I Didn't Order a Residential Sofa for my Client's Office

The wrong furniture can contribute to a fire.

knowledge, pointers, avoid renovation woes, businessShila GriffithOctober 23, 2018fire, codes, upholstery, interior design, interiors, safety, section2, businessComment

Why My Personal Design Style Doesn't Matter

My job isn’t to push my design style onto a client.

knowledge, interiors, business, homeownerShila GriffithOctober 17, 2018style, business, section2Comment

4 Ways to Keep Your Bathroom Renovation on Track

If you are managing a renovation yourself, you will soon find out that there are a lot of moving parts. There are several things that you can do to help keep your project on track.

avoid renovation woes, knowledge, homeownerShila GriffithAugust 15, 2018bathroom, renovation, avoidrenowoes, orders, scheduling, section2Comment

Difference Between an Interior Designer and Interior Decorator

When I meet with prospective clients, one of the first things I often need to explain is exactly what I do. Most non-designers assume that I'm an interior decorator when I'm in fact an interior designer—they are not the same thing.

knowledge, business, homeownerShila GriffithJune 27, 2018knowledge, ncidq, interior design, section2

Ways to Reclaim Space in a Tiny Bathroom

Let's be honest, a tight bathroom can be annoying. Until you have your dream bathroom, there are some things you can do to make your bathroom more bearable.

inspiration, homeownerShila GriffithApril 18, 2018small spaces, city living, section2, bathroomComment

Modern Architecture, The Northern Lights, Waterfalls and Nordic Inspiration in Iceland

Exactly two years ago, I traveled to the small, but mighty island of Iceland. The rugged landscape, the mix of traditional and modern architecture and the Northern Lights all blew me away.

inspirationShila GriffithApril 5, 2018travel, architecture, inspiration, section2Comment

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