Guest Blog Post: Q & A with Revolution Fabrics
Before I go any further, I must put a graphic warning on the intro to this Q & A. What you’re about to read is, sadly, a true story. But it re-inforces the need for high-performance fabrics! So we have a English lab, Archie, who you may have seen our socials. He’s so doggone cute […]
3 Reasons to Love Hanging Chairs in 2019
Two things I love are fabulous statement chairs and romantic designs. One of the pieces that brings these two loves together in a unique way is the hanging chair. It’s a versatile chair you can use in your kids’ bedrooms or outside on your veranda. Just not the same piece, please!
Why We Love Working With Custom Home Builders
With so many of us spending loads of time at home these days, we’re beginning to see it: the projects. What if the kitchen island were bigger? Where can we put in a mudroom? How would it look if we added a bulk storage space to the garage? Suddenly, we have found ourselves with three separate […]
Your Home Organization Questions Answered
Prepped with an organized studio library and helpful tips we’ve learned along the way, the Laura U design team and I have fully embraced our freshly tidied sourcing and design space. While Cathryn Linn of the Organizing Organization assisted us with an in-office project, her team really specializes in home organization. After receiving such great […]
Legends LCDQ Recap
Every May, the La Cienega Design Quarter hosts LEGENDS, a 3-day event celebrating the interior design industry in Los Angeles. With special keynotes, informative lectures, and book signings with living design legends, the LCDQ is a must-see. Even those outside of the industry will greatly appreciate the showroom windows, designer-inspired vignettes gracing the storefronts along La Cienega and […]
Our Laura U Office Remodel Reveal!
With fun new projects and collaborations scheduled throughout 2019, I decided to make getting rid of clutter and improving productivity our first order of business. So, it was time to do a little remodeling in the Laura U office. The team needed more than one place to hold meetings and our inventory needed to find […]
Home Design Colorado: A Roundup of Our Favorite Mountain Homes
Inspiration comes from many different places. From design blogs to the runway and trips to market, I find inspiration all around me. But hitting the reset button every so often is a necessity for me. I find nothing helps me refocus and gets my creative juices flowing more than putting myself in a different environment. […]
Design Details: The Carayes from Corbett Lighting
I’m always looking for meaningful items to bring into my home. I like to collect old photographs and I can never have enough chairs! But when I’m looking for that one thing I’m sure will make everyone say WOW, I opt for an oversized light fixture. The bigger, the better!
Cinco de Mayo Spring Soiree and Spring Tablescape Ideas
May is a gorgeous time in Houston. It’s sunny, but not too hot which is perfect for spending time outside. Not to mention, we get to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day! May Rosé All Day. There’s a reason why that rhymes. It’s meant to be…
Guest Blog Post: Q & A with Big Ass Fans
The hot and humid Houston weather makes ceiling fans a necessity. However, I’ll admit I didn’t love them until recently. Most of the time they’re too loud and take away from the ambiance in the room. Then I came across Big Ass Fans when we were renovating the Boulevard Show House.