Inspiration


                                                                                                                                                                                        What inspires you...to do better, to create, to step out of the box and stretch the limits?



Room by Barry Dixon



For me, my inspiration comes from many things.  A new box of crayons for my grandson,  the evening  sky with it's different textures and colorations, or the work of another designer that I admire.

Barry Dixon is one of those designers.
His work is always honest in the interpretation of the space and the clients he is working with.  He inserts his talent using all of the appropriate design elements, but lets the work be driven by the architecture and personality of his clients.

There are many fine designers, some local and some international in the work they do.
But the results are always an inspiration to those of us who understand what it takes to pull together a project.  All of the ball juggling of various contractors, suppliers, weather, and all of the personalities involved.

And all of the characteristics of a fine designer pertain to all of us every day.  Life is so much easier if we are organized, listen more than we speak, think outside the box to find solutions for difficult problems.

What or who inspires you?



New season, new beginnings

Well, here I am going back to design again.  I needed a break and thought I wanted to do something different for awhile, but design really is my passion!

So, today I started a new job at Bassett Furniture in Concord NC.  They have so many options, fabrics, accessories, rugs, window treatments...I just felt like I was in a candy store!

And the truth is, that I can play with fabrics all day long, and make my clients really happy with the results.

Above is a sitting area in my daughter's home.  She has a very active family, and we needed something to be versatile and stand up to the everyday use of an active child, dog and friends.  These rustic mixed materials work well, and it is so cozy to sit and read a book in the sunshine, and late in the evening watch the deer in the backyard.


So let me know if I can help you create a space...be it formal or relaxed.  It'll be all about you and your needs.  Donna

At last.... Fall is Here

Fall is my favorite time of the year.  The air is crisp, the sun is warm and the evenings are cool.

 I get to wear layers, which is flattering to my middle aged body, and also a fashion statement!

In a couple of weeks, we'll be going up to the Blue Ridge mountains, to enjoy the colors.  They are always so stunning, especially if it is a sunny day with some clouds.

This is also one of my favorite times in the garden.
I change my flower planters, because we are lucky enough to live in a mild climate and be able to enjoy flowers all year.  I'll be putting in some hostas, cabbages, johnny jump-ups and pansies.  I'll also put in some other greens to add texture.  The baskets in this picture are a perfect example of how interesting foilage can be when there is a contrast.

Then, there is starting that first fire in the fireplace.  Love, love the smell of oak logs burning.  The crackle and flickering light is so romantic on any evening, but especially the first of the season.

What are your favorite things about fall?