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Assisting a client achieve their vision for their personal home versus their business are two different processes. The basis of every commercial project that I like to centralize my design around is the client’s branding. Just as I get to know my client and their personal behaviors for their home, I like to immerse myself in their company branding and …
Ever since the Pandemic first hit, everyone has been stuck inside more than we’d all like to admit. After staring at our home office, bedroom, or living room walls for multiple hours a day, they really begin to feel tired. The paint color you thought was the perfect shade is now looking a bit drab. That rug with the fun-colored …
Getting your house ready for today’s real estate market can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Right now, several homeowners are choosing to list their properties early due to the current “hot” market. Most who were looking to sell their house in a few years, are now looking to sell in a few months. This can put a …
Back in February, I was asked to assist the seniors at my alma mater, University of Northern Iowa, in their interior design portfolio review and mock interviews. I was thrilled by the consideration my former professor, Gowri Betrabet Gulwadi, so I said yes! I remember going through the same process my senior year in 2017. Several UNI Interior Design alums …
Everyone wants an open floor plan. A large great room that connects the kitchen, dining room, and living room. It is the perfect setup for entertaining guests around the kitchen island or being able to keep your eyes on the big game while grabbing a quick snack from the fridge. But having that spread of open space can be challenging …
When creating your dream home, whether it be a new custom build or a renovation to your existing home, there are lots of decisions to be made about the space. What do each of the space look like and how will you use them? What do you want it feel like? How trendy do you want to go? How do …
We are extremely honored to be nominated for an award in the Large Kitchen Category with DSM Home Design Awards. The award winners will be announced on March 9th at the DSM Virtual Award night. Stay in touch with us on Facebook to learn more about our special reveal part at our store! This project was a labor of love …
As I am asking this question, I am raising my hands, waving high in the air, and jumping up and down screaming – me, me! I know I am not the only one who needs a place to retreat to and recharge from this crazy day, week, month and year. This, coupled with the fact that we are around our …
When staging your property you need to focus on the overarching goal, to get this property sold for the most amount of money in the least amount of time! All personal feelings and preferences have to be put aside. Remember that once you decide to sell it is not your home, it is a property. First and foremost, buyer’s look …
We at Elizabeth Erin Designs see a missed opportunity in the construction industry – whether you have a remodel or a new construction project. Typically, you are working off average allowances for your design finish selections. With these allowances, you are working on one selection at a time and not the whole project. Making one selection at a time …