Dallas can be a tricky town. It is large, but it is small. It has beauty, and it has beauty disguised as beasts (pretty houses with hideous interiors/ thirty-thousand dollar millionaires). Much of the focus is on the ritzy and well known Park Cities and Preston Hollow areas. However, I love a sweet neighborhood called

Have you ever seen a space that is perfectly furnished, well-appointed, beautifully decorated, yet incomplete? If this question has ever come to mind, think of using a screen. Screens are often underrated and avoided. Why cover up a pretty painted or wallpapered wall? Well, I will tell you why. Rooms need dimension and texture. Screens

It is that time of year, time to go back to school. For some it has already started, for others it is about to begin.  Regardless of whether you have a kid or follow an academic calendar, the start of school effects everyone. Your quick summer routes will become a little more congested when the

It is often remarked that Charlestonians are like the Chinese: They eat rice, worship their ancestors, and speak in a language that is hard to understand. Well, if I could live in a town that was incredibly charming and full of architecturally significant homes, I would be happy to adapt to their customs. My trip

I am traveling with friends to Charleston, South Carolina for the weekend. It has been some time since I have been to the city full of Southern Charm. I know that Charleston has endless unique and rich architecture to offer, and I truly hope I can share it with you upon my return. However, this is a trip

Yesterday, my year-old pug puppy decided it would be a fabulous idea to jump on my vanity and remove my Armani eye-liner for an afternoon snack. The rest of the day called for a vet visit, a home-cooked Whole Foods dog dinner, and constant drooling (and not the kind you have over Gracie wallpaper). I

Let’s face it, no one really likes a twin bed. They are often used for a tiny little six year old, or tucked away in a guest bedroom. Today, we aren’t talking about how well you sleep in twin beds, but how well they can make a room seem complete and refined. Guests rooms can

Summer may be coming to an end, but a room styled by Ruthie Sommers will last a lifetime. Her impeccably chic approach to design is part refreshing, enchanting and fantastically bold. You can tell she designs her spaces with her clients’ interests in mind. She can create a room that is feminine, masculine, youthful, or traditional. It is

There is something so incredibly classic about a black and white check floor. Not only are they full of contrast, but they also are a symbol of an enduring home. Black and White checkerboard floors are very relevant to a Monday. White with the promise of a new week, and black to remind you about the

I often showcase glamorous homes that are full of lush grounds and beautifully designed rooms, but if you live in the city like me, you are aware that is just not a reality. A great apartment with decent square footage is not easy to find. However, just because your space is small doesn’t mean that the