Guest Room Must-Haves

homegoods

When designing a guest room on a budget, use  a five-star Hilton hotel for inspiration and discount stores and a savvy interior designer for implementation! Of greatest importance is the best bed you can afford.  A queen-sized bed is more than adequate for two people and usually fits in a guest room quite nicely. If [...] Read more »

Find Your Style!

apartmenttherapy.com

When asked, “what is your interior design style?”, I hesitate because I truly have a love and appreciation for all styles, colors, art, and the infinite combinations that can be created from all of the above. When I work with a new client I can get a general feeling as to what their style is [...] Read more »

Inspiration: Pasadena Showcase House for The Arts 2012

interiordesignwestlake.com

Although a coastal fog was blanketing Southern California, no CAPID members’ spirits were dampened. As we arrived at the 2012 Pasadena Showcase House for The Arts location, it was beginning to rain, but it didn’t matter.  The house grandly stood on well appointed grounds, bright with a light plaster exterior, tile roof and details that noted [...] Read more »

Curb Appeal Counts!

Simpson Design Group

A home’s curb appeal has a big impact on potential buyers.  It often makes the difference between driving past the house and checking out the interior.  It is important to make a successful first impression. Refresh the exterior paint color!  Look to the color palettes of the surrounding homes. This is what will appeal to [...] Read more »

“Mad” for Design – A Day at the Museum

LACMA Exhibit

Some of our members recently attended the Los Angeles County Museum of Arts (LACMA) exhibition, “California Design, 1930-1965: Living in a Modern Way” which explores California’s role as an influence in the design culture of the United States. A fun day was had by all as we saw hundreds of items from furniture to fashion, [...] Read more »