KEEPING UP WITH AKD

As much as I love curling up at home next to a crackling fire — with a glass of mulled wine in one hand, and a good read in the other — there is something so special about the magic in the Chicago air as the holidays near that always draws me out and under the […]

    I’m certainly not one to kick fall to the curb too early, but I would be remiss not to acknowledge what we all know to be true: winter is coming… As much as I enjoy the festive season that’s soon to be upon us, I’m soaking in every moment of sunshine and fresh […]

By now you probably know, I’m not one to shy away from color. And while I’m all for peaceful, neutral-toned rooms, I can’t help but advocate for my true love of bold and bright or deep and moody color palettes that have incredible power to transform a room and create endless inspiration.  When it comes […]

    Is there anyone out there who can deny the design power of a coffee table book?  The added elements of texture, depth, elevation, color — and let’s not forget personalization — are often just the final touch a space needs to make it feel lived-in and complete. While there are endless options for amazing […]

There is nothing that lights my design soul on fire quite like finishing up a project, stepping back, and seeing a room filled with life, memories, and stories.  While colors, balance, and layouts are each key to a designer’s toolkit for a reason, nothing grounds a room quite like sentimental feelings and nostalgic memories.  If […]

Design is in the details, and details are all about stories. From the exquisite intricacy that went into your hand-woven rug, to the memories that shape that beloved vase from your voyage to France, to the way your entryway is filled with a warmth that mimics your childhood home – there are so many layers […]