Month: July 2009
Arlington, VA Eco Friendly Before and Afters
So here are a few of the before and afters from the Arlington, Va house. Everything this client had we reused, repurposed, and…
I'm Back... Moving Sucks!
We have finally arrived in Concord. We moved out of the hotel last Thursday, got our internet working this weekend, and Jack(my hubby) and I…
Free Advice... Living Room Space Plan
Question: This reader has a 18 x 18 ft living room with a fireplace in the center of the back wall. She is interested in doing matching sofas…
Retail Therapy- Nordstrom Semi Annual Sale
Tomorrow morning is the first day of Nordstrom's Semi Annual Sale. After the oh so fun week I've had, I'm going to be first in the…
The Time Has Come.....
Well the packers are here and the move has officially begun. I'm still trying to finish up some work amongst the rising…
Free Advice... Window Valances
A reader writes: Kristin, I have a small window in my powder bath ( 30" W X 40 " T) that I would like to put a window treatment…
Repurpose... Before and After Furniture
I have this really amazing group of friends that are talented designers and artists here in Northern Va. My interior design…
It's been a long week.... and fun Free Advice
Yesterday, I spent the day with my fabulous photographer, Bob Narod http://www.narodphoto.com/. We were shooting a project I just finished in…
Announcing... Kristin Drohan Upholstery
As an interior designer, I’ve found it difficult to acquire eco-friendly upholstery that isn’t 30-50% more expensive and sometimes more…