[Ask Michelle] Renovation Project Mistakes

What’s the Most Common Mistake People Make with Renovation Projects?  Definitely not budgeting enough time and/or money. It always takes longer and cost more. It’s best to start interviewing design professionals as soon as you are considering a project. Experienced design professionals and help you with determining the budget and time line. Even for a DIY project,Continue reading “[Ask Michelle] Renovation Project Mistakes”

[Ask Michelle] I can’t Afford a Designer!

Designers are expensive. My project is small and I am planning to do part of work myself. My contractor said he had done many similar projects and would help me with selecting products materials. The truth is you can’t afford not having a designer. Designers are more than having fancy styles and good taste andContinue reading “[Ask Michelle] I can’t Afford a Designer!”

[Survey] Help Designers Improve

I often wonder, as a designer, if I am offering what people want/need. I am certain there are many things I can improve or change but people are not telling me. I can easily find reasons why people should hire designers. But I can’t find why people prefer not to work with designers. What ifContinue reading “[Survey] Help Designers Improve”

Social Media can be Fun

A few years back, part of my deal was helping designers with social media. I started experiencing all different platforms. Social Media had changed a lot. Many designers are frustrated as it takes time and doesn’t bring any business. The thing is, most of the marketing specialists are not interior designers. Social Media is aContinue reading “Social Media can be Fun”

The Art of Gift Giving

It is not always easy to know what to gift to show our appreciation. I try to choose something that’s meaningful and suits the recipient. And within my budget. Arts and Crafts: Agrarian Home Luxurious home fragrances. All the fragrances work with each other beautifully. J&S MakeScents These soy candles are soothing. The simply white colorContinue reading “The Art of Gift Giving”