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6 Essential Elements for a Relaxing Bedroom
Is your bedroom a space that invites you to unwind from all the stresses of the day? Whether you’re planning a full redesign or just freshening it up, here are some of the things I recommend you include.
Welcome Erin Kelleher
We were thrilled to welcome Erin to the RRI team earlier this month as our Senior Residential Interior Designer. Her keen attention to detail and space planning expertise will be an asset to our portfolio of projects, from new construction homes to full-scale renovations.
Why Are Home Projects Taking So Long? (And What You Can Do About It)
Here’s what you should know if you’re hoping to give your home a fresh look.
A Holiday Gift Guide for the Design Lover
From kitchen gadgets and decorative accessories to snuggly throw blankets and yummy scents, here are the items we’re shopping this season!
Good Give-Back Vibes
Last week we stepped away from our desks and came together to give back to the Boston community by sorting clothes at Cradles to Crayons.
7 Elements for a Warm + Welcoming Dining Room
Is your dining room ready for guests? Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking for a refresh, here are the things I recommend you include.
Window Seat & Banquette Design
Built-in banquettes and window seats add stylish functionality to city condos and suburban homes alike. I’ll walk you through my thought process when it comes to designing the perfect seat height, a comfortable cushion, and all the fabulous back pillow options.
My Go-To Fabric + Upholstery Tips
Learn which fabrics I love to specify for different pieces of furniture and accents.
Designing for Back-to-School
It’s a busy time of year as we transition from lazy beach days to school schedules and afternoons packed with activities. Staying organized with functional mudrooms and dedicated homework spaces helps to smooth out the bumps.
Think Outside the Box with Your Finishes
Get inspired by these creative wallpaper, tile, and wall treatment ideas.
From Concept-to-Completion: Learn the process from the pros
Have you ever wondered what the interior design process looks like from start-to-finish? Well, there’s a method that we’ve fine-tuned during our 15 years in business and we’ll share it with you here.
Looking back on 15 years
I’m sharing some of the moments that have meant the most to me since I started RRI.
7 Ways to Save a Project Before Things Start to Go Wrong
I, along with a couple other designers, spoke with Architectural Digest about techniques for straightening out problems that arise in our line of work. I shared about how often, open and frequent communication is what helps the most.
6 Gorgeous Color Schemes for Every Style + My Top Color Tips
Color can totally change the look and feel of a space! Check out some of my favorite, stylish color combinations and get my tips for decorating with color.
Summer Entertaining Tips
It’s time for some summer entertaining and I can’t wait to reconnect with friends and family outdoors. I’m sharing a couple of our favorite summer drink recipes with you here, and even an upbeat playlist or two for your next summer soiree.
4 Understandable Mistakes People Make When They Decorate Solo
When you try to design on your own, mix-ups are inevitable. Here, I explain how we can help you smooth the path to a space you love!
See why The Edgartown Inn is on Travel + Leisure’s IT LIST
Travel + Leisure just placed The Edgartown Inn, Martha’s Vineyard, on its prestigious “IT LIST” for travel in 2021 and we couldn’t be more honored. Check it out here!
10 Tips for Designing an Inviting Vacation Home
These ideas make it easy to switch to relaxation mode.
Light In Cohasset
The Boston edition of Modern Luxury Interiors magazine just featured our favorite home in Cohasset and we can’t thank them enough!
Five Kitchens. Five Ways.
Transitional. Modern. Contemporary. What does it all mean? Often our clients don’t know how to categorize their own personal style and that’s alright by us. Our projects are as unique as our clients’ taste, and no two are alike.