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May 2023
Cruel to be Kind: Being Open and Rigid in the Design Process
01May

Cruel to be Kind: Being Open and Rigid in the Design Process

When I was a young designer I imagined myself an “impresario of inspiration,” or like a sorcerer pulling together all sorts of design inspirations, fabrics, eras, references, materials. I did not, however, imagine myself as a rigid Miss Trunchbull-type, slapping wrists and insisting that we stick to the plan.
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April 2023
Creating Spaces that Speak to Who You Are
01Apr

Creating Spaces that Speak to Who You Are

Casual Elegance Designs is a full-service luxury design studio passionate about creating homes that clients love to live in. Through an intimate and collaborative process, we enhance our clients lives by designing highly customized spaces that marry their essence with our expertise in inspiring and unexpected ways. Casual Elegance Designs does not have a particular aesthetic, instead we rely on making sure the aesthetic is the client’s aesthetic. We half jokingly tell clients that we enter t...
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March 2023
Designer Spotlight: Interior Design is a science that becomes a feeling
01Mar

Designer Spotlight: Interior Design is a science that becomes a feeling

Co-founders Jobi Vannini and Laura Kunze have over twenty-five years of combined interior design and leadership experience. Their solid foundation of second generation family history in homebuilding and construction management has inspired their high level of integrity and core values,
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February 2023
Designer Spotlight: Achieving the Perfect Country Chic Look with Tammie Coffey
01Feb

Designer Spotlight: Achieving the Perfect Country Chic Look with Tammie Coffey

Tammie Coffey is an award-winning Interior Designer at Renaissance Remodeling, one of the leading design-build home remodeling companies in Boise, Idaho. From French Country to Urban Modern and every interior design style in between, Tammie brings her passion, imagination, and expertise to every project to create spaces that are luxurious and functional for homeowners. Tammie’s mission is to dig deep to learn the genuine wants and needs of her clients so she can turn their dream home remodel in...
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September 2022
Francini Designer Spotlight: Erika Winters
01Sep

Francini Designer Spotlight: Erika Winters

Pleased to meet you; my name is Erika Winters. In this small post, I would like to tell you a little about myself, my interior and furniture design company, and perhaps most importantly, my adoration for Francini and their materials!
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June 2022
The Power of High Contrast | Danielle Saintard Valiente of Port City Design Group
01Jun

The Power of High Contrast | Danielle Saintard Valiente of Port City Design Group

Danielle is an energetic entrepreneur with a passion for design, public speaking, writing and philanthropy. Deciding that she wanted to be an interior designer at the age of 13, Danielle has not strayed from the path she knew she was destined to pursue. Learn more about Danielle, and her unique approach to interior design and the application of Francini's natural stones.
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March 2022
A Designer’s Perspective on Selecting Stone | Leigh Ann Raines of Chic By Design
01Mar

A Designer’s Perspective on Selecting Stone | Leigh Ann Raines of Chic By Design

Leigh Ann Raines is the founder and principal designer of the full-service boutique interior design firm, Chic By Design, based in Winston-Salem, NC. Leigh Ann shares the process she undertakes when selecting stone.
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March 2021
Pattern Play: Time to Stop Playing it Safe with Ruth Sonnenshein
01Mar

Pattern Play: Time to Stop Playing it Safe with Ruth Sonnenshein

Denver based interior designer Ruth Sonnenshein started her career in the NYC magazine world where she honed her eye while working for Glamour and Jane. Ruth continued in the magazine and entertainment world as an LA-based wardrobe stylist before moving to Denver to focus solely on interior design.
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February 2021
Building a home? Understanding the Design Build Process with Eddie Rider
01Feb

Building a home? Understanding the Design Build Process with Eddie Rider

Based in North Carolina, Eddie Rider of Eddie Rider Designs, has spent more than 20 years curating various residential projects in scale and involvement. As a luxury residential designer, Eddie, strongly believes great designs, whether personal spaces or custom residential properties, begin with a comprehensive understanding of clients’ needs and expectations.
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October 2020
Selecting Finishes: Where to start | Elevation Interiors
28Oct

Selecting Finishes: Where to start | Elevation Interiors

Starting with a blank slate can be overwhelming to many people. Clients are often unsure where to begin. The answer is not the exact same for every situation, but here are a few tips to help bring the overwhelming task down to size.
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