Another hot trend you'll see in 2013 is black and white. Don't be fooled - this palette is not as boring as it sounds. Black and white can be glamorous, sophisticated, classic, modern, and easily adaptable by changing your accent color. But nevermind me, I'll let the images speak for …
Ikat Everything
In case I haven't mentioned it before, I have a MAJOR thing for Ikat fabrics. They are graphic, they are colorful, they are exotic, and simply sensational. Ikat (pronounced e-cot) is a dying technique utilizing a resist dyeing process (sorta like using rubber bands in tie dyeing). The yarns are strategically dyed prior …
Dark & Stormy Spaces
... Sorry. No scary stories here. I'm a bit of a light weight when it comes to scary stuff, actually - always have been. On the other hand, I'm a regular badass when it comes to design. Here are some dark and stormy spaces in the spirit of All Hallows' Eve. Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4 …
Pinterest to Brighten Your Day
It's been raining for what seems like forever. I realize the earth and flowers really need it, but come ON! Perhaps I'm just operating on a bit of short fuse from an intense week. Gotta love growth. To lighten the mood, here are some cute, happy, fun things from Pinterest-land. Happy …
Color In Focus: Green
In what will be an exciting series dedicated to color, I have decided to start you off with one of my absolute favorites: Green. Green is known to represent hope, growth, luck, nature, fertility, rebirth, peace, balance, luxury, prosperity, vitality, abundance, and more. From yellow-green to blue-green, there are more …
Lighting Update
If you haven't noticed by now, the sun has been setting earlier and our days are growing shorter. With less natural light we turn to artificial sources to light up our homes and offices. Unfortunately far too many homes suffer from poor or ugly lighting. But have no fear - Aimee is here. Have you experienced a …