Design Notes from the Studio
After 20 years designing homes across the US, Europe, and Asia, I returned to Colorado to focus exclusively on South Denver neighborhoods. This journal shares what I'm learning as I navigate Centennial kitchens, Littleton historic homes, and the unique challenges of designing close to home.
You'll find project stories, design philosophy, practical advice, and honest reflections on what it takes to create homes that work for real families.
What to Do With a Room That Has No Good Natural Light
The answer isn't white paint and recessed lighting. Here's how to design a dark room that feels intentional, warm, and better than its sun-filled counterparts.
The Jewelry of a Room: How to Choose and Place Lighting
Why utilitarian lighting should disappear; and how to choose, place, and mix unique statement fixtures that make a room memorable.
Primary Suite Design: What It Takes to Make a Bedroom Feel Like a Retreat
Why primary bedrooms are usually the last room designed properly; and the specific decisions around light control, lighting layers, and two-person functionality that change that.
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Paint Colors for Colorado's Light
How Colorado's intense natural light affects paint colors. Expert guide for choosing the right paint for Centennial, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, and Littleton homes.
Creating Space for Gathering: Dining Rooms that Invite Connection
Transform your Centennial, Littleton, or Castle Pines dining room into a space for gathering. Expert interior design tips from everyday elegance to full renovation.
A Designer's Guide to Lighting: How to Layer Light in Your Home
The three layers every lighting plan needs, why color temperature matters more than people realize, and what to know about LEDs before you buy.
Inside a JHD Home: A Cozy Modern Refresh for an Empty Nester Family
A whole-home renovation in Centennial; gut kitchen, primary suite, and architectural refresh, designed for a couple ready to stop living in the house their kids grew up in.
The Impact of Custom Millwork and Built-Ins in Luxury Homes
In the world of luxury interior design, it is the details that whisper elegance and the craftsmanship that speaks of permanence. Custom millwork and built-ins are more than architectural elements; they are the poetry of a well-loved home, the art that turns a space into a sanctuary. For discerning homeowners in Centennial, Denver, and beyond, these bespoke touches reflect a deep appreciation for quality, beauty, and the enduring charm of artistry.
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