Maria’s White Garden Transformation; Before & After I wrote the first rule of design (according to Maria Killam 🙂 ) in 2013 when I was working on my garden renovation. I have had this rule quoted back to me many times by my readers and by students who attend my… Continue Reading →
I recently received this question and photos from a reader: I have loved following your blog, especially during our recent new build. We didn’t have all the money in the world to put into our house, but we were very good at getting what we want and keeping under budget…. Continue Reading →
Many of you have asked for this post. How do I choose the right wall to wall carpet? Well here it is. Wall to Wall Carpet in House Beautiful My best advice for choosing the right wall-to-wall carpet is choose a current texture or pattern. Like the one in the… Continue Reading →
It’s finally spring! Most of us had a pretty harsh winter and the warmer days are most welcome. Bring on the spring rain and blossoms! Trendy4homy However, with the warmer weather, our thoughts turn quickly to all the updates we need to make to our home’s yards and exteriors don’t… Continue Reading →
Before you read this post, please read this: The new colour wheel is NOT AVAILABLE on the site yet. It will be printed soon and my subscribers will be the first to know when it’s for sale. Maria Killam in Dallas So this was what my wheel looked like when… Continue Reading →
My lovely readers reached out for decorating help just in the nick of time. They were in the beginning stages of furnishing their new-to-them large modernist house. They had just moved in, leaving a smaller traditional home behind. It was such a big change in style. Coming from small, well… Continue Reading →
Amara This week I arrived at a consultation to help my client choose the right floor tile to coordinate with her new countertop. I will tell you all about this particular bathroom when I get the after photo, however this tip was too good not to share with you immediately!… Continue Reading →
Okay, so for the last six months or so, I’ve been writing posts that specifically address questions about lighting. Because everyone loves to blame the light whenever their paint colour turns out wrong. And I’m here to tell you that light is not actually that bossy. What’s usually bossier is… Continue Reading →
Schoolhouse Electric So wow, I had no idea my post about pulls vs. knobs would generate such reactions. Some of you thought it was condescending, so I freaked out and changed the language immediately (one hour after the post went up) and apologized in the comments. Some thought I was introducing a… Continue Reading →
Sarah Richardson’s ‘off-the-grid’ home has recently been featured on the HGTV website. It’s so lovely to scroll through each image and not be inundated with ads coming at you from all sides during the viewing. This post is for anyone who is working on a new build or renovation. If… Continue Reading →
Since I’ve been writing this blog for over 10 years, it’s interesting to go back and read what I said about the grey trend when it was still in it’s infancy. Back then people were still asking questions like “Is the grey trend here to stay?” and my response, ‘Why… Continue Reading →
This post is about an eDesign consultation! I was so thrilled to receive ‘after ‘ photos of this project because this house is so pretty! Here’s what my client shared in her questionnaire: We just moved in and are planning to be here for 20+ years. We love that the… Continue Reading →
Because creating a classic and timeless house, using classic and timeless colours (especially in your hard finishes), is such a huge conversation on this blog, I constantly receive questions similar to this one: Interior design by | (I know you’re surprised) Joanna Gaines Maria, what do you think about… Continue Reading →
Entry Now that my house is completely renovated from the inside and out, I thought it would be fun to post ALL the photos in one place. Watch and learn, as this is a great example of how to create flow! The colours are fresh, you’re not walking from the… Continue Reading →
Please, don’t install a new fireplace without reading this first. Many people choose a fireplace style that does not relate in any way to the style of their home. Here are my tips for how to choose a fireplace that suits your home and is classic and timeless. Okay, this… Continue Reading →
This is a great question that will help anyone who has had a similar issue with this popular green grey: We’ve just had our kitchen cabinets professionally painted Revere Pewter. They colour matched it but I think it is not 100% identical, looks more pink than the BM paint swatch. … Continue Reading →
