New Video: Stylish Family Friendly Design
August 25, 2014
Tips for a Stylish Family Friendly Design:
1) Keep your larger pieces neutral to allow you flexibility to switch out your accent colors more easily
Beautify your Bookshelves!
May 1, 2013
JT is back on the blog again today with some great advice on accessorizing your bookshelves.
So often clients send out a “911” when it
Making the most of what you have!
November 30, 2012
Happy Friday design devotees! I have a treat in store for you today! I’ve asked Kevin Wild, one of IBB’s designers, to guest blog for
Fine art on a tight budget
October 29, 2012
If you’re like me, you love art! Art can be a jumping off point to start a room or the finishing touch that ties your
Got a design question?
March 14, 2012
Do you have a design dilemma that you need to have solved? On Friday, March 23rd on Good Morning Texas I’ll be answering viewer
Belly up to the bar!
April 28, 2011
Dear Designer Detective,
HELP! Our family spends most of our time congregating around the island in the kitchen & we never seem to have a
Project Renovation: Playroom
January 26, 2011
You may remember that in our current house I designed a stage for our daughter to dance & sing on. It’s provided us hours of
Have it Your Way
June 3, 2010
Who do you turn to when you need custom upholstery that not only looks hot, but is also comfy & cozy? On a project I
Never a dull day!
May 6, 2010
Hello design friends! I apologize for being MIA over the last week or so. After I returned from furniture market in North Carolina, I hopped
Got Questions???
March 23, 2010
I’ve got answers!!! I will be answering viewer questions on an upcoming GMT segment. Post your questions here on the Designer Detective blog now! If
Mini Make-over
January 27, 2010
It’s time for a make-over! It’s a mini project for me. I’ve finally had it! My office at IBB is in major need of
Light Up Your Life: Part 2
October 29, 2009
I hope you are busy finding all sorts of wonderful ways to light up your life! As we discussed previously, lighting is a key element
Light Up Your Life
October 28, 2009
After choosing furniture, colors and accessories, if you’re room still feels lacking the problem may be the lighting. Lighting is a crucial part
Tip in a Zip 10/12/09
October 12, 2009
Not ready commit to custom bedding? Buy a white or neutral down comforter & add color to your bed with decorative pillows & a throw
Windows with Style
October 5, 2009
Dear Designer Detective,
Need to find out what to do about window coverings in our family room. We don’t want to block or distract from
Find your style ~ Traditional
July 15, 2009
I recently featured a series on Good Morning Texas in helping viewers find their design style. I decided to put this series together after seeing
Viewer Questions Answered!
February 10, 2009
Have a design dilemma or topic you need help with? Need some fresh ideas, paint or fabric advice, or just want to be up to
Accessorize It!
February 2, 2009
Is something missing from your home? You’ve bought all of the big furniture pieces, but it just doesn’t seem right. You may take a look
Means to an end…
January 26, 2009
Looking for a fabulous finish to a stylish sofa or a great pair of chairs? Read on to get the perfect ending…
Square
Round
Gold
Updating Brass Fixtures
January 22, 2009
Dear Shay,
I love your GMT segments and I am using Jim Morgan from IBB to recover a chair and ottoman for me. I have
Out with the old & in with the new!
January 1, 2009
Happy New Year everyone! Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to get your design projects underway! Hopefully you have completed the daunting task
Inspiration for Organization
November 12, 2008
It’s a wonder how one gets inspired simply by being in beautiful surroundings. Having a sense of order & function in your home will
A place to set your drink…
November 4, 2008
You absolutely MUST have one of these in your home! They call it a “Martini Table”, a swanky name for a small occasional table. It
Simple Storage Solution
October 29, 2008
I like to buy greeting cards in bulk so I have them handy when I need to send a birthday or special occasion card. My
Secret Office…
October 22, 2008
Today’s Design Dilemma:
Dear Shay,
I need to create a home office, but I don’t have an actual room to use. We just need
Add some pop!
October 9, 2008
Today’s Design Dilemma: Using color to make your room say WOW!
Take a monochromatic or neutral color palette from drab to fab! Add a
Study 101
September 7, 2008
Dear Shay,
I want to turn an upstairs bedroom into a ladies study with a small desk and lamp etc. If there is no bed
Simple Master Bedroom
September 3, 2008
Today’s Design Dilemma: Ideas for creating a peaceful master bedroom retreat
Calming colors of gold & green chosen in soothing tones create a peaceful
