A friend asked for advice on adding flair to her functional home, feeling it lacked the designer touch seen in magazine spreads. As I gathered inspiration, I realized that impactful home decor doesn't necessarily require expensive designer elements. Simple yet interesting pieces like paintings, unique furniture, or accent walls can transform a space and reflect your passions and personality making it truly yours!

This month has been a whirlwind, starting with a low-key birthday celebration and then picking up with positive responses from grad schools I applied to and visiting them! Engaging with passionate designers, architects, and professors was exhausting but fulfilling, prompting me to take some much-needed weekends off for rest and relaxation.

As I reflect on my journey in the past year, I'm thrilled to celebrate my one year anniversary as an interior design blogger. It's been an incredible experience sharing inspiration, tips, and insights with fellow design enthusiasts. Looking forward to continuing this creative journey together in the years ahead!

In this post I'm excited to celebrate Toyo Ito's recent Pritzker Prize win, which is essentially the Nobel Prize for architecture, highlighting his remarkable contributions spanning four decades. As a former design student, I've long found inspiration in Ito's pursuit of beauty through simple and timeless designs, ranging from cups and saucers to multi-story buildings. His diverse portfolio continues to influence my work, and I'm eager to share some of my favorite Toyo Ito designs in this post.

In the spirit of Holi (the Hindu festival marked by vibrant colors), I'm excited to introduce British-Indian Pop Artist Ketna Patel. Her whimsical and elaborate pieces resonate with me due to her experiences living in India and Singapore, and I look forward to visiting her gallery during my next trip to Singapore.

After initially dismissing wallpapers as outdated, I discovered new collections that changed my perspective. After realizing their economical benefits and ability to add texture to a space, I'm now embracing the evolution of wallpapers from surface decoration to statement pieces...especially appreciating their environmentally conscious production by modern manufacturers!

Happy V-Day! Enjoy these lovable wallpapers for a little V-Day inspo!

Having spent 8 years in the design field, I've learned that a clear and concise presentation is crucial for effectively communicating ideas to clients or professors. While I'm still honing my verbal communication skills, I've gathered 6 visual presentation tips in the hopes of helping out both new and seasoned designers. These insights, illustrated with examples, aim to help fellow presenters minimize surprises and enhance their communication skills. Share your presentation experiences and tips in the comments below!

Here I share some sculptural tiles that are anything but flat and boring! The patterns create an interplay of light and shadows which give these tiles a 3 dimensional feel. Sometimes it just takes one special element like these geometric wall tiles to create a spectacular interior space!

The Interior Design magazine is a valuable resource for commercial designers and architects, offering insights into the best projects and the trendiest products. I eagerly anticipate each monthly issue and in this post I've curated my top 7 favorites from the Best of Year (BOY) awards 2012! The awards recognize outstanding projects and products in nearly 100 categories.