Lately, I've been in the mood to design a space that's soft and feminine. A timeless combination when done well is the perfect shade of pale pink accented with warm brass/gold tones. This is a great example. I'm going to try to pull a few more images to show a broader example of when it's done well. I have a few photos that I keep in my archives that I will post tomorrow.

This is the Trina Turk boutique in Los Angeles designed by Kelly Wearstler. You can see more photos of the interior by going to Trina Turk.

Color In Small Doses

I admit that my own home is a neutral palette because I tire of color easily. When my clients request color, I jump at the chance to embrace their favorite hue. One of my guilty pleasures is checking in on the latest runway trends when it comes to nail polish. I crave small doses of color; however, I oppose trendy interiors that follows fashion unless you are designing office space, retail or hospitality - favorite areas of design which I have worked on in the past. Color is a beautiful thing...it can be inspiring and it definitely evokes moods. Don't be afraid to explore color in your home or if you're like me at least on your nails.

Clear Up Clutter

I don't think I have ever taken on a project that doesn't teach me something new. That's why I love designing. There's always a challenge to overcome or solutions to unfold throughout the process. Everytime I have that "ah ha" moment when things just click into place, I realize it's not a new idea but something I've seen many times over and have just truly found a practical purpose for it. Recently I redesigned an office space and learned something about organization in the process. Are we ever truly organized? Take a look at these solutions below and some tips from the pros about office organization.

Have Fun With Color:
Choose a good mousepad or desk blotter from www.seejanework.com. Desk blotters are actually one of those things you don't think of buying for a home office or workspace but they have many functions. They create spaces to contain and organize the many things on a desk top. They provide a great surface to bear down on when writing a hand written note or sticky note. They also change the color of an otherwise dull solid color workspace.

File storage is Key:
Add a countertop to lateral files to create a work table above.