My Top 3 Time Saving SketchUp Tips
If you’ve read some of my other posts, you’ve probably heard me talk about how SketchUp is my favorite software for creating 3D models of interior and full homes. It is such a great tool four taking your 2D designs…
Navy and Gold Inspired
Today I’m sharing a bit of mid-week inspiration. I guess I’m still feeling inspired by the Sherwin Williams 2020 Color of the Year, Naval. That must be why I ended up shopping around while collecting navy blue decor. So now…
Top Software Picks for Designers
Every designer has their bags of tricks. Today I’m sharing a few of mine with you when it comes to software and graphic sources. There are so many handy tools out there available for designers to use to make elements…
A Custom Home vs Customizing a Home
Not many people get the opportunity to design and build a custom home, but everyone can take steps to customize their home. So now you may be thinking, “what’s the difference?” Well when you start digging into it, there can…
Top Kitchen Picks on Sale
I’ve been thinking more and more about remodeling my kitchen. Right now everything thing is pretty nice, but in the end it was all picked out by the builder who remodeled my childhood home after I left. So needless to…
Farmhouse Inspiration
As a kid I spent a lot of time on my grandparents’ farm. We had horses, chickens, guineas, dogs, cats, and more. We also had several gardens to tend to. One section was nothing but peanuts simply because I had…
The Beauty of Hand Drafting in a World of Technology
When I first started studying design in college, there was so much I didn’t know. Which also meant there were so many possibilities. Even though I LOVE all of my tech gadgets and programs, that’s not where things began for…
Halloween Inspiration for 2019
There are just some holidays that are more fun to decorate for. That's just the truth, plain and simple. I personally think Halloween is one of those. One reason is probably because you can take your decor in so many…
Clearing Up SketchUp Toolbar Confusion
A little pet peeve of mine is when someone turns on every single SketchUp toolbar. It’s not just because it clutters up your workspace. It’s because – and trust me when I say this – you’re not going to use…
Sherwin Williams 2020 Color of the Year
Sherwin-Williams is announcing Naval SW 6244 as the 2020 Color of the Year. This rich navy hue strikes a balance between calm and confident. Naval is where the glamour of Art Deco meets the serenity of a yoga studio, pairing…
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