Our 2019 Holiday Gift (and Wish!) List
With Thanksgiving arriving so late this year, finding the perfect holiday gift has become more of a sprint than a marathon. But we’re jogging easy here at the studio because we always come together and share our wishlists early – a little mix of what we’d love to have and what we’d love to give […]
Selecting Art for a Luxury High-Rise in Houston’s River Oaks
Over the past several weeks, we’ve been detailing our journey from turnkey to electrifying at The River Oaks. Today, we want to dive into the art and architecture that make this condo such an incredible place to live in Houston. Luxurious High-Rise Architectural Design Lauren Rottet, founder of Houston’s Rottet Studio, re-designed The River Oaks. […]
Small Business Saturday Design Finds
Most of us are familiar with the eager crowds and long lines that are associated with Black Friday. However, I much prefer the more relaxed, feeling of Small Business Saturday. For me, there’s nothing like stopping into your favorite boutique and being greeted by name – maybe even getting a hug! Wandering around the store […]
Design Details: Mid-Century Warmth with Troy Lighting
Tucked away in the forested area just west of the city’s outer loop, Houston’s Memorial neighborhood is known for its diverse architectural styles, especially its large mid-century homes. Sadly, Hurricane Harvey’s record-breaking rainfall devastated the area in 2017. Many homes were beyond remediation and were forced to be torn down. Our clients loved the area’s […]
High Contrast Modern with Sunpan
Timeless and chic, black is the quintessential hue when you’re feeling indecisive about your wardrobe. But I often feel like homeowners shy away from the shade when it comes to paint and furnishings. That may be changing. I saw plenty of black while at High Point last month. I saw black on black lamps, saturated […]
Transformation Tuesday: High Rise Personality in The River Oaks
Last time, we introduced you to this luxury high rise interior design project in The River Oaks condominium building (recently featured in Luxe!). After presenting a bold design presentation to our client, our team was given the green light to transform the interior with color and pattern. Since this luxury high rise interior design was […]
Moodboard Monday: The Unique Interior Design of The River Oaks
Our mission with every project is to curate a unique interior design that is completely one-of-a-kind. The clients inspire every decision, so that the home is entirely theirs – it looks like them, it feels like them, and it speaks to them. For this pied-à-terre in The River Oaks, our clients requested pattern and personality. […]
Color Trend of the Season: Fall Pastels
The long-awaited fall season is here and things are looking a little different around the Laura U studio. Instead of the deep, more conventional hues like earthy browns and burgundy that usually dominate fall color palettes, we’re seeing softer, pastel pigments take center stage.
High Point Market: Fall 2019 Events Recap
High Point Market Fall 2019 is in the books! As the team and I continue to recover from the long days of gorgeously over-stimulating showroom visits, I wanted to share my perspective on the event circuit. I try to participate in at least one panel or event each market, and this year, I took that […]
Using Large Scale Art to Make a Powerful Statement
Whether you are an educated collector or just beginning, you may be wondering about the impact art has on your interiors. Our clients often request that we design interiors around their art collections, and we do so eagerly. We have been lucky enough to design rooms around Damien Hirst, Roy Lichtenstein, Marc Chagall, and several […]