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Happy hump-day my friends! I’ve been under the w

Happy hump-day my friends! I’ve been under the weather the past few days 😷 I’m sorry for not completing my design element count down any sooner!
Design Element No. 5️⃣ - PATTERN

Patterns is always a fun way to tailor an interior that speaks to your soul and breathes life into any space. Patterns can tell a story that is carried out through complementing textures, fixtures, and accessories. You can introduce patterns through wallpaper, tile, textiles, wall decor/wall art, and decals. A beautiful pattern can add depth, interest, and cohesiveness when paired with a complementing color scheme; creating interest and contrast to your design. As I mentioned last week in post regarding pattern repetition; A rhythm of visual pattern repetition carried throughout the interior creates visual interest. #RepetitionIsKey

Happy Friday! Thank you for sticking around for...

Happy Friday! Thank you for sticking around for...
Design Element No. 4️⃣- LIGHT

Without the correct interior lighting, everything falls flat and dull. You can use the most beautiful textures and finishes to convey the design concept, however lighting is what highlights all these elements (pattern, color, texture, forms, and lines) creating a mood and aesthetic. There are 3 types of lighting designers focus on: Task, Accent, and Mood lighting. You need them all! •Task lighting are your table lamps, desk lamps, and bedrooms lamps. They are generally used for a well defined purpose, applicable for a specific task. •Accent lighting is used to highlight and showcase your wall art, structures, and custom millwork/cabinetry. •Mood lighting is self explanatory; you want to set a specific mood and tone to your interior through wall sconces, chandeliers, and pendants.
I’d say lighting is also a very important design element you cannot afford to skimp out on. You’re investing in your home with fabulousness; let them shine bright with the appropriate lighting - you won’t ever regret it! Lighting is everything!! 📸Images taken by me 🙋🏻‍♀️while staying at the SLS Las Vegas while attending a trade show.

Design Element No. 3️⃣ - FORM Geometric and n

Design Element No. 3️⃣ - FORM

Geometric and natural or organic forms are the furnishings that make your house feel like a home. •Geometric forms are man-made whereas •Organic forms are created by nature. These forms can be highlighted through color, texture, and patterns. A medley of both geometric and organic forms create an inviting interior that uniquely represents you. 🌷

Design Element No. 2️⃣ - LINES Every interior

Design Element No. 2️⃣ - LINES

Every interior or room needs visual guidance; there are 3 types of lines that define a space: Vertical, Horizontal, and Dynamic lines. In unison these lines shape a room wether you realize it or not. •Vertical lines are created through architectural details (archways, doorways, windows, walls, etc. ) Vertical lines give the illusion of taller ceilings. •Horizontal lines are created through furniture (tables, chairs, etc.) Horizontal lines help a room feel wider and longer. Beware of redundant horizontal lines as they tend to feel uninspired and dull. •Dynamic lines are formed through diagonal, curved, or zig-zag lines. These lines introduce the drama to the interior through interesting architectural details, staircases, motifs, and fixtures. Check in for another tip soon!

Good afternoon friends! I will be composing a seri

Good afternoon friends! I will be composing a series of posts throughout the week discussing the 7️⃣ elements of Interior Design. Each day I will briefly introduce an element and it’s important to #InteriorDesign. 📐

Design Element No. 1 - First and foremost: SPACE
I canNOT stress how important space is in any interior or exterior project. It’s the project’s heart and foundation. Sometimes you have to work with what you have (which is most challenging) but there are times when there’s the luxury of expanding your square footage (fun part)
Space Planning; entails blocking out interior spatial areas to define circulation patterns (What activities will be taking place in rooms🛋) and develops architectural, furniture, and equipment layouts. In simpler terms; accounting for every measurement is crucial in order to maximize your space and keep a harmonious balance without skimping out on furniture items or overcrowding the interior. Imagine the level of detail space planning entails when designing a kitchen, bathroom, or your entire home... we are up for the challenge and here to help you! Stick around for tomorrow’s post.

It’s cocktail Friday my friends! It’s starting

It’s cocktail Friday my friends! It’s starting to feel a lot like summer 🌞 here in SoCal!
This time I decided to make my own drink. I found this refreshing all natural grapefruit 🍊margarita recipe here on IG. I did add my own little Latin flair to it, boosting its flavor. I added Chamoy and Tajin! What’s Chamoy? It’s a Mexican condiment made of pickled fruit, spiced with chiles, with lemony kick; creating a mouth watering a sweet, salty, and sour sauce like deliciousness. Salud! Cheers!

Here is it friends, the close up details on the wa

Here is it friends, the close up details on the wallpaper pattern I chose to subtlety use throughout my formal entertainment living room design. A lot of high-end wall coverings come with their matching fabric. Here I decided to add this pattern to an upholstered top of the black cane benches (Zoom in 👀👀) and the back rests of dining chairs at game table. As I always say; Repetition is Key 🔑 in interior design - Always. It creates a rhythm of visual pattern repetition throughout the interior creating visual interest. By repeating textures, shapes, and colors are also other ways to achieve a polished aesthetic. #WallpaperWednesday

What a fabulous bar setup that’s going on here!T

What a fabulous bar setup that’s going on here!That simple yet very chic textured black tile, paired up with that gorgeous countertop. This is definitely goals right here! This designer couldn’t have done a better job, I absolutely love her work. #TileTuesday

Good morning everyone, I hope we as a community ha

Good morning everyone, I hope we as a community have learned a lot from these past couple of tough weeks we have experienced. I hope that this second week into June starts off with healing, positivity, continued growth, and continued support to such an important movement our nation is experiencing.
Mondays set the tone of a new productive week. New week, new opportunities. Life seems to slowly go back to normal, but we must not forget the lessons we have been recently taught , and we must continue to educate ourselves and keep an open heart so that we all do our part on supporting our Black Community. I wish everyone to still continue to stay safe and healthy.
To be honest, I’m not even sure if we are still under quarantine 🙊😳, but my quarantine life still consists of me practicing my 3D designs. Amongst other projects 🙏🏼😊
This gender neutral baby nursery is an actual project that I am currently working on. The challenge was to design for a toddler boy and his baby sister of 8 months without it looking like a colorful hot mess. Also, their parent’s request was to incorporate a sports theme for the boy and a butterfly theme for the baby girl! Yikes! I’m experimenting with textured walls (same material/different color and installation method) for cohesiveness. Color would be introduced by their books and toys 🧸 📚The intention for this room is for it to evolve as the kids grow without doing a whole renovation since they grow up so fast! By simply swapping out accessories, window treatments, wall art, and of course their beds/bedding will be a smooth transition going from nursery, to kids, to teenagers room. Keeping the other walls and ceiling a neutral color (off white or tint of grey) will help keep this room balanced and soothing. Still deciding on these wall color selections though. Again, these are just simple concept renderings; some things may change along the way once work resumes back to normal. I can-Not wait to show you how this room turns out!

I’ve been silent these past few days, not becaus

I’ve been silent these past few days, not because I don’t care, but because I’ve been processing everything that has happened- From watching the brutal murder of an innocent man, to watching very much needed Peaceful protests, to then watching them crumble into vandalism and violence. I see the injustice that African-Americans endure and I still can’t believe that we are fighting for human rights in the year 2020. I’m honestly still digesting how our nation has reached it’s breaking point over years of oppression, trauma, anger, frustration, and fear that has been unfairly placed upon the Black Community. I may not have the correct words to address such a heavy issue like this one, but I do know that We’ve got a lot of work and healing to do; and my heart is in the right place to be part of that change and support our Black Community. God be with us all. #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatter

Happy last Friday of May friends! I leave you all

Happy last Friday of May friends!
I leave you all with another of nature’s beauties, the Dahlia. I hope everyone has an relaxing weekend!

Here is a close up shot of the wallpaper I selecte

Here is a close up shot of the wallpaper I selected for this formal living room. For a polished interior aesthetic, repetition is key 🔑. Pay close attention to this room... I’ve used this pattern throughout the room in subtle ways. Take another look 👀and see if you catch it!
I’ll be posting on where I used this pattern soon 😊

Imagine yourself here, curled up with a book 🤓📖
Nothing makes me happier than cozy little corners that define a space.
This little corner was designed by STUDIO 9 with all custom upholstery (sofa, throw pillows, side chair, and ottoman) using heavy duty luxurious textiles tough enough for children and pets to also enjoy. 👶🏻👧🏽🐶🐱
#TextileTuesday

Today’s #MondayMood is on a whole different leve

Today’s #MondayMood is on a whole different level, check out this sophisticated entertainment room I designed in 3D! I designed this space with the intent of hoping to entertain family and friends again when it is safe to do so. I was inspired by creating different seating and entertainment sections. Sometimes large gatherings can become a little overwhelming and intimidating; by creating a large seating area, a self serve bar section, a game table, and intimate conversation corners were created for flow. Whether your guests want to all congregate together (with ample seating) or play a game of cards; there will always be a place to sit.
Please give me a 👍🏼 and let me know if you see yourself hanging out here enjoying good company!
What kind of rooms would you like to see design in 3D? I’ll be happy to give it a shot! ☺️ I’m still learning tho 🤓

Happy Friday Amigos! Today I just want to share h

Happy Friday Amigos!
Today I just want to share how important it is to stop and smell the beautiful flowers 🌸 🌺 that surrounds us. I know there is a lot going on in our world 🌎 and appreciating the beauty it has to offer is often overlooked.
My mother always makes sure that my desk has flowers or a plant. She believes in their purity, positive energy, and the joy they bring just by looking at their beautiful and vibrant colors & patterns nature has to offer.
Looking for color inspiration, nature’s palette 🌱🎨 is the best way to go.. No one can beat her impeccable color stories. #MotherNature #FromMyDesk

Here is a dose of midweek inspiration! Simple yet

Here is a dose of midweek inspiration! Simple yet beautiful flooring paired with a stunning Palm 🌴pattern wallpaper all throughout the staircase. Overwhelming? Not one bit! Wallpaper is meant to go big or go home... with the right pattern and color scheme of course and we are here to help with that challenge 😊📲 Source: @serenaandlily
Designer unknown 🛋
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Happy Tuesday friends! Today is a much better day

Happy Tuesday friends! Today is a much better day in sunny ☀️ So-Cal 🌴 Woke up early, did a little workout 🏋🏻‍♂️ , and I’m catching up on my to-do list that turned out to be little bit of a flop yesterday.
Today’s #TileTuesday features simple details that make a world of a difference. Before-this break room was dark, sad, and cluttered with office supplies. Now-It’s bright, airy, spacious, and inviting to sit down and have a meal & chat with fellow co-workers 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♂️What this break room shows is the that even when selecting simple and straight forward finishes; when tastefully done it can still have dramatic and impressive results!
Stay tuned for this week’s throwback Thursday’s “Before & “After” pics on this petite break room on my IG stories/highlights soon ☺️

Not gonna lie it’s one of those Mondays where I

Not gonna lie it’s one of those Mondays where I just wanna stay curled up in bed! Today’s surprise gloomy and raining forecast here in Los Angeles does Not help either! 😩 And this bedroom would be the perfect place to spend my lazy day; curled up with a good book, my dog, and prob Netflix binging at the same time. But guess what... that ain’t gonna happen! New week, new grind, new opportunities 🙏🏼 #Blessed #MondayMood
Source: @elledecor
Designer unknown 🛋
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Summer is around the corner friends! Even though w

Summer is around the corner friends! Even though we are living challenging times, we still have lots to look forward to! For starters today is Friday and here is a pic of another fancy yummy drink! No, I do not drink often, I just miss hanging out with my girlfriends and swapping funny stories over a round of fancy cocktails. BUT I also order and photograph them with intention. One.. there is always a pretty color palette in artisan cocktails where I know one day I can pull inspiration from for Whatever it may be (mostly for a color palette) and Two they make pretty posts and memories 😊Now you know why I post my Friday cocktail... even if it’s been sitting in my camera roll for years! I can’t remember where I ordered this, but its summery, serene, and nostalgic color palette reminded me that we are all going to be ok and will be able to enjoy some of this year’s summer with our loved ones. And if we don’t.. hey there is always the holidays to look forward too. #Cheers

Happy Wednesday friends, today is window treatment

Happy Wednesday friends, today is window treatment Wednesday! Take a look at these custom drapes we designed using rich toned and linen neutral fabrics. This was an older Spanish home... complimenting its charming Spanish architectural details was our goal. Still keeping it somewhat modern with classic Spanish elegant flair. Timeless and luxurious.

Good Afternoon Friends! It was a delight working o

Good Afternoon Friends! It was a delight working on the design process and materials selection for a very sweet client. She very much deserved this kitchen (So many things went wrong during the construction phase, but I’m going to keep it Professional) Even though we used high end materials, I still found a way to save her 💰 by using a small amount of square footage on a very intricate tile design; only using it above the stove as a focal point. I paired that white glass tile with white marble tiles that had the perfect amount of veins creating a cohesive backsplash. (All white marble tiles per personally hand picked by me making sure we had that pattern I was after) SO many custom details went into this kitchen... which it’s given me the idea to write a blog post on it to get into the specifics. But to mention a few: all cabinetry was designed that included spice racks, pots&pan pull out drawers, the kitchen island, and the countertop was carefully curated (by yours truly.. keep swiping to see pic) After all was said and done, my client invited me to one of her holiday parties that year and I must say... It was very satisfying seeing her friends and family gathering up together in an interior I designed with literally blood, sweat, and tears! LOL it was all worth it! I enjoyed seeing her guests also admiring her kitchen and seeing my client happily serving everyone champagne 🍾 CHEERS! #LongPost
Stay tuned for this week’s throwback Thursday’s “Before & “After” pics on this kitchen on my IG stories/highlights soon ☺️

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s weekend

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s weekend!💐🌷
Today’s weekly inspo post features a daring yet inviting dining room fit to entertain a dinner party or a low-key/cozy dinner with your loved ones. What makes this room work is the repetition on use of color in different shades or turquoise, aqua, and peacock 🦚 blue. Notice the details within the chandelier, floral vase, and throw pillows... all sharing similar hues, tones, and patterns. The Helicopter painting is just a fabulous extra that just simply works whether because it’s the client’s personal/sentimental touch or it was the designer’s attempt to add an unexpected touch. Either way this dining area was tastefully executed.
#MondayMood
Source: @luxemagazine
Designer unknown 🛋
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Because FriDay! We are almost there friends! Quara

Because FriDay!
We are almost there friends! Quarantine life will soon be history 🙏🏼 But in the mean time let’s keep our distance and enjoy our cocktails at home 🏡
#Cheers

Happy hump-day friends! Last week I shared a snip

Happy hump-day friends!
Last week I shared a snippet of this teenage dream ✨bedroom featuring her fashion inspired wallpaper. Check out how the rest of her bedroom turned out! The images doesn’t do the ceiling justice, it’s painted in a metallic finish paint. It glistens ✨✨✨ with the pendant’s reflection. ☺️
A bedroom maker-over was this young lady’s bday gift from her momma! 👌🏽 But my fave part of this bedroom is the bedding, check out the embroidery on the sheets! 😍
(P.S. I was wearing shorts that day because I was styling up with finishing details to photoshoot this bedroom and it was a HOT day in the SF valley 😅) Stay tuned for “Before & “After” pics on this bedroom on my IG stories/highlights soon ☺️

Good morning friends! It’s a good day for a good

Good morning friends! It’s a good day for a good day. These quarantine days has me scrolling through my camera roll 📱finding oldies but goodies!
Here’s a master bathroom I designed a few years ago. I had so much fun specifying masculine & bold sophisticated materials.. can’t you tell in my pic 😁
This client traveled a lot for work and was used to the good life by staying at swanky hotels. He didn’t like coming home to a sad looking bathroom, so he gave me the green light to design his bathroom a la swanky status 👌🏽 Stay tuned for “Before & “After” pics on this bathroom on my IG stories/highlights soon ☺️

Happy Monday friends! I hope your week is off to a

Happy Monday friends! I hope your week is off to a positive start! I’m sharing this beautiful living room to brighten up your day 😊
Pastels, bold colors & bold patterns can coexist all in one room, yet still have a serene ambiance 😍 Beautifully done! #MondayMood
Source: @luxemagazine
Designer unknown 🛋
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Happy May 🌷 & Happy Friday! New beginnings, ne

Happy May 🌷 & Happy Friday!
New beginnings, new possibilities. Time to get things done 💪🏼 💅🏼
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Ready to make a fashion statement? 👗👠 Dressi

Ready to make a fashion statement? 👗👠
Dressing up your wall(s) to define a small space is always a fun way to set an invisible boundary. On the other side of this bedroom there is a fireplace, creating a bump out into this teen’s room. I took advantage of that awkward space and created a small vanity area for a fashionista enthusiast. 💃🏻

Tile Tuesday Inspo ✨ A well balanced use of tile

Tile Tuesday Inspo ✨ A well balanced use of tile and color scheme. Repetition in design elements & color scheme is key to keep a cohesive interior.
Source: @luxemagazine

Monday Mood Inspo. Simplistic Glam ✨ with touche

Monday Mood Inspo. Simplistic Glam ✨ with touches of warm rustic elements that are inviting & comforting. 😍
(Unknown Designer/Source🔍)
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We could all go for a very pretty cocktail 🍸 ri

We could all go for a very pretty cocktail 🍸 right about now right?! 🙋🏻‍♀️ After all it’s Friday! Cheers to our health and humanity. We are all in this together and soon enough we will be gathered around a table (at a restaurant 😊) with our loved ones, our gals, and out on date nights celebrating life! 🥂

Oh and I’m a sucker for fancy drinks... presentation is everything 👌🏽
#Cheers

As they say, “God is in the details” ... look

As they say, “God is in the details” ... look at this clear light switch! 😍 I know it may just seem like a light switch to many, but when you are showcasing a beautiful, not to mention expensive wallpaper, say no more! I’ve proposed this product from the UK 🇬🇧 a couple of times 😬🤗... but one day, someone will notice the importance to having this small yet fabulous detail in their home 🏡. #GodIsInTheDetails