The Chinese Year of the Yin Wood Goat, or Yi Wei, is just a few weeks away. If you find that 2015 did not get off to a good start or you have been behind on implementing your resolutions then you are in luck because the Chinese New Year offers a second chance at a… Continue reading Preparing for Chinese New Year!
Category: Eco-Friendly
Curing the Air
As we near the Winter solstice it’s getting pretty cold here in Northern hemisphere! Now that our windows and closed and the heat is on, indoor air can become stale and excessively dry. In fact, during winter months, the air inside your home can be drier than the desert. Adding humidity to the air can… Continue reading Curing the Air
Feng Shui & D-I-Y, When NOT to Do It Yourself
I was recently chatting about building design trends with a realtor friend of mine. I was interested to hear him say that Feng Shui is increasingly influencing the buying preferences of homeowners in his area – great news! However, he also told me that many of these same people are spending big money for North… Continue reading Feng Shui & D-I-Y, When NOT to Do It Yourself
Chinoiserie Textiles
Chinoiserie is the Western tradition of using Asian design motifs and stylistic elements, especially those of China, to embellish decorative arts including textiles. We in the West are as intrigued and fascinated with the Orient as those in the 17th century who originated the style and Chinoiserie is as popular as ever. So, in celebration… Continue reading Chinoiserie Textiles
Farrow & Ball Alternatives
I must first begin this post by saying that I am a huge fan of Farrow & Ball’s colors. I often recommend their paints to clients and the results are always beautiful. There is not a bad color in their edited collection and the hues are sophisticated and nuanced. They are truly one of a… Continue reading Farrow & Ball Alternatives