When you own your own company, at least for me, it is almost impossible to completely separate your personal life from your business. These two parts of life merge like peas and carrots or coffee and cream. My company’s name, Elizabeth Erin Designs, binds family and business together. I named my business by merging my twin daughters’ names, Hanna Elizabeth …
Our 2022 Home Show Expo… a house worth writing home about!
Hello everyone! We are reflecting on the Show Home we did with Kyanite Design this summer – it was such a fun and memorable experience. Thank you to everyone who came out, said “hi”, and walked through the home to see our design in person! If you didn’t get the chance to make it or wanted to know more about …
Staging a Few Rooms vs the Whole House: How Do I Decide?
Congrats, you’ve decided to sell your home – now it’s time to stage the house for listing! When it comes to luxury home staging, how do you decide between have just a few rooms staged versus having your entire home staged? Today, we have a few tips for you to consider when it comes to making this decision! 1. Consider …
Proof that wall-covering is a design trend that won’t be disappearing anytime soon
Are wall-coverings a timeless home decor feature or just a current trend that will be forgotten in a few years? Some people love them, and others have a strong dislike for them, so we know they can definitely be controversial. However, interior designers use wall-coverings for many different reasons, so keep reading to find out why we think they are …
Our helpful hacks to make your first dorm or apartment something special!
Hey there everyone! Can you believe school is starting in a few short days, and summer will come to an end? Neither can we! This time of year presents many young adults with a big life change – moving away from home for the first time and out on their own – whether that be to a college dorm or …
How to Make Playrooms Effective for You, Your Kids, and Your Home
Do you find yourself frustrated or stuck when it comes to designing and keeping up with your child’s playroom? Whether it’s too many toys laying around or the fact that they’ll grow out of it after a few months, playrooms are a challenging space to keep entertaining for your kid and clean for your own sanity. In today’s blog, we …
Need a dedicated entertainment space at home? Do it with these simple tips!
Games and other “toys” for entertainment are used in a household every day, but with their various shapes, sizes, and colors, it can be tricky to incorporate them into a design well. Here’s how we select furniture and decor pieces for game rooms that cultivate a perfect space forentertainment and enjoyment. If you cherish some of the games you already …
What is Scandinavian interior design? – bringing hygge to your home
Scandinavian interior design—whether you’ve seen it in an IKEA catalog, minimalist blogs, or your friend’s living room, you probably are familiar with how this popular home design style feels. It’s clean, crisp, inviting, and calming yet has plenty of interest. But what is Scandinavian design, really? As the name suggests, Scandinavian design originates from Scandinavian countries – including Norway, Sweden, …
10 Things to Do In Iowa Before Summer Ends
Now’s the perfect time to make a list of all those summer-centric things you’ve wanted to do and get out there and do them! Whether it’s a camping trip, a picnic lunch as a family, or just riding your bike through the streets, now’s the time. When fall makes its crisp arrival, you’ll be satisfied with all the fun you had. …
Customized Luxury Staging: EED can Fully Personalize Your Staging Package!
When it comes to home staging, we realize every project is different! That’s why we offer MULTIPLE luxury staging packages and services. We want every single one of our clients to find a service with EED that works for them, to ultimately achieve their vision. Whether that be better marketing photos, a better walk-through experience for potential buyers, or simply …