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.
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 […]
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 […]