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Learn how to prioritize function over style when choosing kitchen island pendant lights. Discover expert tips from Elegant Simplicity Interiors on how to assess your lifestyle, cooking habits, and cleaning routines to find the perfect lighting for your needs.

 Master the art of how to mix and match patterns in your home with our expert guide. Discover tips on combining patterns for a harmonious and stylish space, from fundamental rules to incorporating textures and wallpapers. Elevate your interior design game today.

Discover expert styling tips for bookshelves that transform your space into an artful display. Elegant Simplicity's blog guides you in creating eye-catching, balanced shelves that reflect your style and personality.

Discover the art of crafting the perfect reading nook in your home. From choosing serene corners and window-side spots to embracing outdoor reading, our guide offers design insights and tips to create a tranquil reading retreat.

Discover the elegance of sustainable window coverings. Transform your home with eco-friendly materials like linen, organic cotton, bamboo and hemp, merging style with energy efficiency. Choose beauty that's kind to the planet. Step into a sustainable future now.

Ready-made drapes simply don’t achieve the perfect look for your home. Discover several reasons why custom drapery is absolutely worth the investment.

In order to create a bathroom that is both functional and beautiful, there are three key considerations that must be taken into account. Read on to discover them!

Whether it's for a kitchen, bathroom, walk-in pantry or bar area there are countless options to choose from when it comes to selecting the right quartz countertops for your home. As a luxury interior design + professional organizing firm, we know that along with choice, especially countless choices, comes uncertainty + overwhelm. And yet it’s not merely selecting the right quartz countertops — the domino effect from this decision to the next is real. After all, you want a home that feels like an ultimate guilty pleasure. A home that has continuity throughout the space.

In recent years, minimalism has been the craze. And as a luxury interior design + professional organizing firm, we’ve talked about how + why we know Perfect Minimalism Is An Illusion. That said, at our core, we’re believers that Home Is Everything You Need + Nothing More.™ So, it might be difficult to find anything more true to us than minimalist styling. Let’s dive in + take a look at what minimalist styling is, what it is not + some of the profound benefits it can have on your home :)

We know adding this layer of personality to the coffee tables in your home can be overwhelming + that’s exactly why, styling coffee tables is at the top of our list when designing homes for our clients. At the styling point, we’ve labored over activity zones, functional layouts, custom features and swoon worthy furniture for the spaces we’re designing. Now, we take all those beautiful design decisions we’ve made + create continuity throughout the space by layering in warm touches of your personality. So, let’s talk specifically all about styling coffee tables, shall we?

Throw pillows are to your home what jewelry is to your outfit. They can really gussy things up in a formal way, be a focal point, or even add pops of color to an otherwise neutral space. And as experts in interior design, we’re breaking down styling throw pillows in your home because when it comes to design, peace of mind in knowing it was done right is the ultimate luxury.

A bedroom is where you will typically begin + end each day so it’s actually an incredibly important room in your home. You don’t want to feel like the walls are bare, unfinished or lacking a focal point.

Whether you’re beginning a large scale renovation or a complete custom build, selecting the right hardwood floors for your home is a complex decision. And that’s because when it comes to designing your home, peace of mind is the ultimate luxury. From wood species + wood grains to installation patterns + finishes there’s a lot to consider.

Though not a glamorous aspect of interior design, selecting the perfect light bulbs is actually relatively important. And there are a lot of decisions to consider around light bulbs; heck there’s SO many options + industry specific jargon that it can almost feel dare I say overwhelming to try + determine what’s the right bulb for your light fixture or room in your home.

The functional needs you may have for a shower niche are obvious: a place to store all your shower essentials but there’s a handful of designer secrets that’ll make that shower niche both functional and pretty! Not to mention, how a shower ledge might be exactly what you need.

we’re not only gonna look at what sustainable furniture certifications are meaningful for lessening their environmental impact but...

We’re also interested in sustainability certifications that consider the well-being of people in every aspect of the supply chain. From harvesting or producing the furniture to packing, shipping + of course using the furniture.

In short boo, we’re taking a long, hard + refreshing look at the environmental and human impact that makes sustainable furniture — better.

A walk-in closet is more than simply a dumping ground for your clothes. It’s the place in your home where the wardrobe collection that you’ve invested in curating over the years lives. It’s where many of your bags, shoes, and accessories are displayed so you can actually see what it is that you have + have it at your fingertips. We’ve put together a ton of design considerations for your walk-in closet.

So when we talk about considerations for selecting light fixtures for your home, the stakes are high boo :) And that’s because lighting is a functional necessity to creating a welcoming, inviting + cozy home. Which is probably why you won’t be surprised when I tell you that as an interior designer a LOT of details go into creating your lighting plan + then selecting the perfect light.

While there are a ton of moving parts when it comes to remodeling your bathroom what you really want is not only what to budget for (a number) but context for you to understand + plan accordingly.

And that’s exactly what we’re gonna talk about, how much does a bathroom remodel cost + more…

Simply by marrying much of the work of a sauna or steam room with that of a typical shower, a steam shower provides a luxury spa-like experience right inside your home boo. From having a ton of health + wellness benefits to why you’d want a steam shower and other considerations — there’s a lot to unpack. So, let’s dive into an interior designer’s guide to the ultimate steam shower. Shall we?

As an interior design firm, we know the importance of thinking through each + every decision in your home. And from furniture layout + area rug placement, to size + shape, color + pattern or what rug materials are ideal to use we know the sense of overwhelm that comes along with trying to select the perfect area rug. Let’s dive into everything you should know about how to select an area rug for your home like an interior designer.

Window treatments are to your home what jewelry is to your outfit. In fact, whoever said “you’re never fully dressed without jewelry” is truly genius because it holds true for your home as well. A room without window treatments is — unfinished. Well, let’s dive in and take a look at several window treatment ideas + how to select the best window treatments for your home.

Considering how reliant we are on our homes as the place we spend most of our time, let’s dive in + take a look at how the pandemic has changed what people are requesting when it comes to home design — allowing us to truly reconsider how we live our lives.

Well, we’re not ones for fancying the negative but the reality is the interior of your home plays a tremendous role in both its effect on the health of the environment + in how YOU feel.. But the best news is incorporating sustainable materials in thoughtful and intentional ways in your home is all a part of what we do at Elegant Simplicity.

But, so often, where people go wrong when making their dreams about their home come to life before their eyes, is they don’t properly assess + plan from the beginning. And sometimes that’s because ya don’t know what ya don’t know. The reality is… determining project scope is an incredibly important part of designing + organizing your home.

In either case, with over a decade of experience, we know that it can be an overwhelming process determining exactly what design considerations you should be thinking about + really trying to make sure you’ve carefully thought out all the options. So, without further ado — let’s take a deep dive into how we go about designing a beautiful fireplace remodel.

There are different finishes of paint you should use in various applications (walls, ceilings, millwork) but you also don’t want to select the incorrect finishes for specific rooms in your home (rooms with high-moisture, areas with high-traffic, etc). Not to fret, this detailed guide has you covered.

There’s almost always one room you wish was just a bit larger. A space you want to feel more grandeur than the four walls will really allow. Certainly, knocking down one of those walls is always an option *wink* but how else can you go about making a small room look bigger? From renovation ideas to furnishing + styling we've got you covered.

The wrong stool for your home might mean you’re banging your knees on the underside of a counter or leave you feeling like you’re sitting at the child’s table :) And there’s a lot you can read about selecting the right height of counter vs bar stools for your kitchen but measuring’s not difficult. What’s hard is understanding how to decipher what counter stool or bar stool will work for you. So, let’s dive in!

We’re often asked, “how long does a kitchen remodel take?” From design and planning to construction and installation, we offer several insights for a successful remodel. If you're considering a kitchen renovation, tune in to learn more about how long it may take as well as how to ensure things go as planned.

Designing kid spaces in your home brings about a unique set of challenges. You see, regardless of age, there’s a delicate art that goes into balancing their fun-loving whimsical playfulness with functional furniture pieces that they can grow with over the long haul. Whether they’re still a little tyke or navigating their teenage years, what you ultimately want is an amazing room for them to call their own. A space that reflects their personality, who they are + all of the crazy things they like.

A focal point in design is the thing that stands out in a room. It grabs your attention. It's an ever so subtle detail –– sort of like the “come hither my darling” in the design of your room. And if a focal point in design is essential + every room needs one, then the million-dollar question is how do you create a focal point? Better yet, how the heck do you complement it with all of the other design-related decisions you make?

figuring out exactly how to decorate around a TV without making it the sole focal point of the room is often a huge design challenge. Especially when open floor plans mean the kitchen, dining + living room are all interconnected + wide open to one another. But not to fret my dear, with over a decade of experience + as your fav interior designers, we have a handful of design-savvy solutions up our sleeve when it comes to figuring out exactly how to decorate around a TV.

The joy of being a homebody is absolutely positively w-o-n-d-e-r-ful. But what exactly you ask, is a homebody? Better yet, do you even want to master it? Well, I’m glad you asked. Because I’m obviously rooting for “Team YES” but let's lean into our inner homebody for a bit, so you can decide for yourself if being a homebody is right for you.

If I’m being honest, it’s likely not often you hear an interior designer or any of the talking heads within the home industry speak up about furniture disposal. That’s because, well, even if the problems around furniture waste matter to them, when you buy furniture — they profit.

Our health + wellbeing is typically something we take pride in. Each of us wants to be healthier, we want to live longer + provide a safe place for our families to live. So, without much arm twisting *wink* a healthy home should be front of mind because it’s an incredibly important topic to all of us.

Whether we’re furnishing one room or designing your entire home from top to bottom, there are hundreds if not thousands of questions; a ton of moving parts + lets just say that the receiving warehouse (or a receiving company) is likely one of the most integral parts of the entire process.

What sustainable interior design should be is a baseline, or rather a framework, from which ALL interior designers practice to create a beautiful, functional + safe home for you, your family AND the environment. From how it’s designed + built to the layout, the furnishings + even the way it all gets organized. Yep, sustainable interior design is an all-encompassing philosophy for creating a home you never want to leave. From the materials selected in designing your home to the routine ways, your family lives in the space. It’s non-negotiable. Practicing design and organizing with those things in mind — helps ensure a better (home) environment for everyone.

Many of our clients are surprised when we tell them that furniture upholstery is one of the most important decisions they’ll make when it comes to furnishing their home. From color, pattern, texture, and material to durability + performance –– fabric selection is not only important but it can be flat-out overwhelming.

That’s because, when it comes to furniture upholstery, there are so many choices + so many different considerations that need to be accounted for.

When it comes to designing a home that’s truly customized to you + your family — a home with everything you need + nothing more –– selecting the most comfortable couch can certainly feel like a challenging task. Not only are there infinite choices + decisions to be made around style, color, or scale but you also really want to invest in a quality piece that you can use for years to come. Something you know will live up to the rigors of everyday life for your family.

As for agreeing on the most comfortable couch *welp* it’s subjective. Because everyone’s definition + ideal comfort level is different. Right? So, we put this guide together for you to identify where to begin.

When it comes to furnishing your home, most people go about selecting their living room area rug the wrong way because they start by making decisions that are based solely on appearance + the way it looks instead of scale. And knowing what living room rug size is right for your home can be tricky. Let’s dive in.

Developed in the early 20th century, the kitchen triangle has become a staple in many of our kitchens. In fact what we know, love + have come to accept as being good kitchen design is anchored around this humble 3-sided geometrical shape better known as –– the kitchen triangle.

Now I don’t want you to think of interior design ‘budget’ as being a hard conversation, because it’s not, but it can be a confusing conversation... Because each project is drastically different based on the scope of work to be completed. But we're peeling back the layers + helping you create the right context for interior design budgets.

Home trends are irrelevant. First + foremost, a home you never w-a-n-t to leave has timeless style + livable luxuries that are intentional. Curated to improve everyday living. It’s not only about making your home look great but in order to create a home that hugs your people, it needs to work well + conform to your everyday routines.

On the surface, crown molding ideas are usually very different today than they once were in our past. Truth be told, what we often think of as being merely decorative, crown molding actually still serves a functional purpose today. So while we’ve put together this guide to explore different crown molding ideas, we’re also diving into all the ways in which crown molding can be used throughout your home.

The benefits of biophilic design + the impact it has on our minds + on our body are strikingly obvious but if your eyes glazed over reading that, not to fret my friend — we have an incredible fascination at Elegant Simplicity when it comes to exploring the art of a beautiful space + where science converge.

Because when it comes to making your home feel like it’s hugging you people, the art of really bringing your home to life is –– a love investment. When we think of ‘cost’ we’re asking you to take a big ol leap from the way you typically think of dollars + cents into a realm of the ‘value’ of what you’re paying for.

Let’s begin to wrap our beautiful minds around the real costs of handmade furniture + truly understanding the difference between custom + store-bought furniture. Both are fantastic, but in order to peel back the curtain, we must first understand the language of furniture + how (much like nutrition labels) the terminology can be incredibly misleading when buying new furniture.

As a top Seattle + Bellevue, Washington-based interior designer one of the biggest head-scratchers people have when it comes to designing a home is –– what do things actually cost? Not to mention, that when it comes to custom furniture, nailing down exact costs can often feel a bit tricky because the simple nature of each project is unique + extraordinarily different, hence the word custom.

But let’s be real boo, what you love is the art of home, the hard work + the true craftsmanship that great design exudes. You know the benefits + you value the knowledge that someone who devotes their life to creating beautiful homes has.

If like most, you struggle to keep the real stuff alive, know that you + faux greenery are about to become besties once you learn how to incorporate the elements of biophilic design into your home. And, even if you have the same love language as Mother Earth –– meaning your superpower is effortlessly growing + keeping plants alive –– there’s still reason for that green-thumb heart of your to love faux greenery (especially in areas with little to no natural light!)

Choosing a dining room rug isn’t easy because there are so many factors to be considered. From figuring out the best size, shape, material, color, pattern, texture + pile length, or your rug... yes, it can all feel a tad bit overwhelming. But, we’re here to teach you How To Choose The Perfect Dining Room Rug.

Certainly, remodeling your bathroom is a huge undertaking, especially when it comes to time energy + investment which is why first + foremost the team that leads you there is kind of a big deal. If what you want is a bathroom with timeless style + livable luxuries made for your everyday life then you need to assemble what I like to call –– you’re A-team. And while, as five-star Seattle based interior designers, we’ve tackled more design-related challenges with clients than you could possibly imagine, I’m here to share with you a handful of considerations that you should put on your radar in an effort to ensure that master bathroom remodel of your’s is a success.

How To Select A Side Table That’s Perfect For Your Space? Well, it can be difficult to envision the perfect side table for your living or family room, let alone decide what should go on it. We know you agonize over getting it wrong + having to do it over again, so we’ve rounded up a handful of our own design ideas that will get you headed in the right direction.

No one sets out with the goal of creating a home that’s full of negative energy. So regardless of whichever feel-good emotion you want your home to conjure up — we’ve broken down exactly which colors are good for creating positive energy!

So much of life has evolved for adults + kids that creating a workspace for kids to do school at home isn’t just for children that are homeschooled. It’s for parents who want their children to have a place to complete school work at home, too.

At home, there are a lot of distractions (especially with the pitter-patter of your loved ones running the halls) it can be especially difficult to find the mental bandwidth to stay focused + do your work. We’ve put together our top ideas for creating a stylish small office while working from home.

Can you remember the best experience you ever had as someone’s guest? Was it the coziness factor of your bedroom? Were you made to feel extra welcome + loved? Maybe all of the above??

We’ve all seen the jaw-dropping transformations on TV. The family leaves. The smiling crews work their magic. The family comes home to an unbelievably dreamy space, tears of joy + the start of a new, exciting chapter in their lives. But the steps it takes to get there aren’t shown, so you’re not seeing the full story!