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!
Luxurious and Sustainable Decor
Whether I’m designing my own home or a client’s, using pieces that are durable and sustainable is essential. Choosing to incorporate sustainable decor prevents you from having to replace things quickly. It also allows you to make a positive impact on the community and the environment. Sustainable interior designs give you the confidence of knowing […]
West U Interior Design: a Comfortable Family Retreat
Today’s project reveal is for the entertainers at heart. What do you do when you love to host family and friends, but simply don’t have the space to do it? That was the dilemma facing our Georgetown client. With four children and two dogs, this family of 8 was quickly outgrowing their current home. They […]
High Point Market 2019: Trend Report
Last week, I attended High Point Market 2019, and it was a blast! This is my twelfth year going (yes, you read that right), and I still get excited every time. The energy cannot be beat. Hundreds of designers descend on North Carolina. For five days, they rush from one showroom to the next, with […]
REAL ESTATE AND INTERIOR DESIGN: 4 REASONS WHY IT’S A PERFECT MATCH
Real estate and interior design may seem worlds apart, but it’s no secret that Laura loves her Realtor, Carol. Carol helped Laura purchase her last two homes. She was the voice of reason when North’s water damage looked irreparable. The responsible one when Laura bought Dryden, a home with one bathroom for a family of four. […]
A Classic Houston Home Gets a Modern French Country Update
French interior design is defined by its sophistication and simplicity. Names like Jean-Louis Deniot, Christian Liaigre, and Joseph Dirand bring to mind rooms of timeless elegance and modern symmetry. French looks are often requested and repeated, not just in interior design but in fashion, music, and wherever the fine arts are appreciated. The traditionally decorated […]
How to Restore a Historic Home & Bring It into the 21st Century
There’s a reason there are so many reno shows on HGTV. It’s the classic hero story. There are ups and downs, there are good guys and bad ones, and in the end, the homeowner prevails. I love a good challenge, and so of course, I love historic home renovation!
A Professional Organizer Meets Laura U: The Purge Part 2
It’s hard to believe that spring is right around the corner and that means lots of spring cleaning and organizing. Luckily, we’ve gotten a jump start thanks to the help of Cathryn Linn from the Organizing Organization. Last month we began the process of organizing one of the most important spaces in the Laura U […]
Houston Home Interior Design: a Modern Project Reveal
I love projects that really exemplify these 3 key elements: classic elegance, functionality, and comfort. We hit the trifecta in this romantic, contemporary home. The client has a young family and loves to travel, so she desired a space that was foremost family-friendly, but also worldly and sophisticated.
Willowick Project Reveal – A Luxury Family Home
I can’t express how much I enjoy home renovations! I always find it exciting to restore the original beauty of a home. Renovation projects also align perfectly with my Classically Current design philosophy. My goal for every interior is to create beautiful and enduring spaces enjoyed for generations to come.