Laura U Tops the Interior Designer Lists in Houston and Texas
Since 2006, when Laura Umansky founded the Laura U Interior Design firm, we never anticipated that we would grow to where we are today.
7 Ways to Use Natural Stone and Wood with Aria Stone Gallery
In interior design projects, I tend to gravitate toward natural elements, like wood, glass and stone. But without question, marble is one of the most beautiful and breathtaking additions to any home. Whenever we need a gorgeous custom piece for a countertop or table, Aria Stone Gallery is our go-to. They helped us find the […]
Houston’s Wallpaper Artists: Olivia + Poppy
Wallpaper is one of my favorite ways to make an unexpected statement. It instantly transforms a space with a dash of color or pattern. And whether you’re looking for something hand-painted, geometric or in a whimsical print, there’s a wallpaper design for you.
2019 Interior Design Trends: Style Spotting from High Point Market
Twice a year, I visit High Point Market in North Carolina to discover the latest and greatest of the interior design world. Visiting my favorite showrooms and gaining insight into where the industry is headed are very important (and fun!) parts of my job. New product introductions are a special joy. It’s almost overwhelming how inspiring […]
12 Interior Design Blogs to Love
There are so many places, people and things that inspire me. Thanks to Instagram and interior design blogs, finding inspiration has never been easier. And even though I’m always finding something new, there are a few interior designers I keep coming back to. It doesn’t matter whether I’m looking at their Instagram or reading a blog […]
5 Design Rules Worth Breaking
In the fashion world, there are several widely accepted rules: “don’t wear white after Labor Day” and “don’t mix brown and black accessories” have been advised for years. But how unexpected and undeniably striking it is to see a fashionable woman with bright white culottes, black boots, and a handsome leather bag strolling down the […]
From Start to Finish: What it Really Takes to Renovate a Historic Home
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of leading a panel discussion at Access Design, sponsored by Diane Cowan and the Houston Chronicle. Our topic: historic home renovation.
High Point Market in 2 1/2 days!
There’s never a dull moment in the design world. Between the trade shows, design award parties, and show houses, there is always something happening for the industry. But one of my favorite events of the fall is High Point Market in North Carolina.
Create a dining room that you will actually use! (a lot)
Formal dining rooms used to be standard in every home, but it wasn’t the most comfortable place to sit and relax after you ate. As times changed and lifestyles evolved, families started to use the living room and family room as the main entertainment spaces in their homes. The formal dining room was no longer […]
Fabulous Footstools for Every Interior
When it comes to footstools and ottomans, you can never go wrong by pairing them with a comfy chair. Together, they provide you with the perfect spot to sit back, relax and put your feet up after a long day. But these pieces can be used for more than just a spot to rest your […]