Happy Trails

I have started writing a weekly column in our community. There are more than 1500 homes in this master planned community with 2 elementary schools, a middle school and a high school on the way. We have one of the largest hike and bike trails in the greater Dallas area. Visit at www.thetrailsofwestfrisco.com

I will start posting my columns here as well...


Design Tips from the Decorating Diva

Do you have a room that seems disjointed and you just can't pull it together? Try this…use BLACK. It can be a bit scary at first for the do it yourselfer, but Black can really bring a room together. A lot of people shy away from it because they think Black is too depressing or that it can suck the light out of a room - but - it is a unifying color and can have the effect of bringing a space together. My best suggestion for someone on a budget is to bring some black in a rug, a couple of pillows, a lamp shade, a throw, some black books on a coffee table…you get the idea. Don't limit yourself to a flat black. Coordinate your pillows and your throw with a lovely plaid or paisley while incorporating the same colors from the rug. It is quick and easy and has a great effect.

I am an licensed Interior Designer from Atlanta, Georgia. I have clients from Dallas to France and Hawaii. I have been a member of the IFDA, International Furniture and Design Association for 6 years.