Principle #6 Livable (aka Universal) Design

This month’s Wellnotes delves into the principles of “Livable Design”, more commonly referred to as “aging in place”. When we think about “aging in place” we think of wider doorways or higher

First Day of Summer

A beautiful first day of summer! Fortunately for us, designing with florals are back…and they’re bigger and better than ever!

Eco-Friendly Manufacturers

We’re showcasing a few of our favorite manufacturers that are eco-friend.  Choosing manufactures that are members of the Sustainable Furnishings Council means that they incorporate eco-friendly practices.  For example, the

Fiori Interior Design is now a Green Accredited Professional

Photo courtesy of Galbraith & Paul This month’s Wellnotes reveals that Fiori Interior Design is now a Green Accredited Professional in eco-friendly furnishings!  This certification is granted by the Sustainable Furnishings Council, “a coalition

Design Principal #4:  Designing for Wellness: Visual & Sensory Elements

Design Principal #4:  Designing for Wellness: Visual & Sensory Elements Can art help people connect? Research says yes.  One organization recently examined how its institutional art collection affected their employee’s mood

Inspiration Board

Inspiration board for a new beach house project.

On the Prowl for  Martini Tables

We are always on the search for small and interesting end tables for our projects. Fortunately there was no shortage of these tables at this past High Point market! These

Design Principle #3 of Designing for Wellness:  Spatial Planning.

In this month’s newsletter, we’re discussing the third installment of our six design principles: Spatial Planning. A client recently asked us to re-design their large sized family room. Seating in

Inspiration

There’s nothing more inspiring than a bright beautiful room to forget about the rain and cold weather! We love this cheerful room at last year’s High Point Market and can’t