Circulation and Flow. Two common interior design concepts. So what do they mean and how do they differ? They are easy to confuse and often used interchangeably by mistake – most notably when using both circulation and flow to describe circulation. Confused? Read on and you’ll be referencing and articulating “circulation” and “flow” with ease.

With each passing year, it seems more home interior “design styles” are added to an already long list. Will you be well served by, or even remember, the main design features of Urban Skandi Post-Modern Industrial Chic? I’m guessing not. So let’s bring it back to the basics. Read on for basic definitions and images of basic home interior styles. This foundation will help you determine which main styles you like and don’t like. That understanding can help you explore related options to nail down a style – or two or three – to help you express your unique personality.

Only some homes are lucky enough to have natural lighting in abundance. And all homes have to rely on artificial light -- at least during nighttime hours. Okay, settle down, Alaska. We know, we know. Almost everyone needs to plan for artificial lighting in their space, and this blog will help you understand lighting basics so you can wisely plan for this important and often overlooked design element.

I love thrifting! Especially when it leads to stories like the one I’m about to share – The Tale of the Five Dollar Hutch. Sometimes lady luck shines on you, and you find such a great piece at such a great price you can barely believe it. In the first stroke of luck, I was actually thrifting for a client seeking a hutch for her business to add extra storage. I decided to check the Habitat for Humanity Restore close to where I live, another lucky stroke, and it turned out better than imagined. They were having a liquidation sale that day to get rid of extra inventory. After finding the right hutch more my client, I saw this little beauty in the parking lot…

If you’re somewhere in the midst of big snow, tiny temps, or both, spring may seem like a distant dream. If that’s your reality then turning your thoughts to flowers, sunny weather and time spent outdoors may provide a well-needed break. And if your weather is already showing signs of ditching the doldrums of winter, then you may already have a hot case of spring fever. Regardless of your situation, read on as we take on curb appeal and ways to achieve it.

Let’s consider the modest neutral color palette. Common neutral colors include tan, white, taupe, grey, beige and greige (the popular grey/beige combo). And contrary to the theory that low levels of saturation define a neutral, some would argue that deep charcoal or even black are neutrals despite their intense saturation. While you won’t find a neutral color on a color wheel, you will find color wheel colors used to create neutrals. And if you’ve seen my videos, you may have heard me speak of a “neutral blue or green.” So just what the heck is a neutral and why should you care about them?! Read on to find out more!

Time for a new sofa? Kidlet outgrown her toddler room? Redoing your primary bedroom and new furniture’s on the list? If furniture shopping is in your future, in this blog I’ll share five pro tips to help you get the best results when you put your hard-earned money on the line.

Maybe you’re redoing your kitchen or primary bath. Maybe your blah living room is your project for the year—or you’re moving into a new home and have multiple projects to tackle. No matter your situation, you know decisions are more complicated as soon as someone else enters the picture. Especially if that someone enters the picture and messes it all up with opinions that don’t match yours. The nerve! In this blog, I’ll share five tips to help smooth over shared decisions to achieve results you both love.

Last week I shared my thoughts on trending colors for 2024. This week we’re jumping in to one of biggest overall trends in the world of design: sustainability. Since The Redesign Habit is all about “RE” concepts – repurposing, recycling, reusing, redesigning, and reimagining – the increased focus on sustainable interior design is a great fit that I wholeheartedly support! And the good news is there are now even more products and ideas to help us accomplish that goal. So let’s talk a little bit about what some of those options might be.

Hello everybody and welcome to a blog favorite here at The Redesign Habit. For whatever reason, everyone who loves DIY and home interiors are tickled pink to learn what the hot colors are for each new year. It’s like the Golden Globes of interior decorating! So grab your popcorn and don your formal outfit if you like, I’ve collected the top picks from seven well-known paint manufacturers to share with you.

Today I’m flipping the script on choosing colors for your home. Instead of providing guidance on what to do, I’ll focus on what NOT to do. What will happen if you do the things I advise against? Well, I may show up at your door proclaiming to be commissioner of the color police to publicly shame you, although that’s rather unlikely. But not impossible. You've been warned. Of course, it’s your home and you should do what you want. My hope is these “negative” tips help you avoid some common pitfalls and achieve positive results. We’re both looking for the same solution – for you to love where you live!

I’m baaaaaaaack! Wow, what an exciting and wonderful time we had in Japan! There is so much to share with you all. It was a time for family, food, drink, sights, sounds, and unforgettable experiences. Did I bring you something back? Of course I did! You know I wouldn’t forget about my favorite followers just because I travelled to the future (Japan is 16 hours ahead of my normal U.S. Pacific Time zone). My gifts to you, which will spread across a number of blogs and YouTube videos, include images I’m confident will beguile and inspire you and design-related observations I hope will help you see new options from a new perspective. So, let’s get started!