As the pandemic rages on, many of us continue to work from home while the kids are doing virtual school. We have compiled images of some amazing desks that will make our work time at home more fun and efficient. From classic to sculptural, rustic to sleek, these desks are...
Kitchen and bathroom remodels are some of our favorite projects at Tran + Thomas. Not only do they add value to your home, but a well-done remodel will solve problems and enhance your day-to-day living. There is no one cookie cutter approach to kitchen design; each reflects the particular needs...
For each new space we design, the element that really brings the design to life is the fabric selection. From window treatments, to upholstery, to pillows, well-chosen fabrics give the room not only personality and color, but can elevate the quality of a space. But there is so much to...
You're looking around your home and you realize it needs some updating. Do you redesign your space and get some new furniture to make it feel right to you, or perhaps some remodeling to update the fireplace? Or maybe open up that wall to make the room larger? Or do...
I cannot express how humbled I am to be awarded the lifetime achievement award from KC Magazine. Thank you, thank you.... When people ask me what I do, it really is an easy answer; "I help people. I help them to be happy!" To get my clients to that point...
It was an amazing evening. I was shocked as my new business partner, Carmen Thomas and I, kept hearing my name over and over at the Design Excellence Awards by KC Magazine. I am flattered beyond flattered and oh, so humbled. It is such a joy to have my work, time,...
As an interior designer in Kansas City, it is so wonderful to have our work in print. Thank you, Shawnee Magazine. I have some details on the living room below...where we began and how the design became magazine ready. If you want to read more on this home, click here SEE THE "BEFORE"...
WHAT, OH WHAT, HAD THE CLIENT BEEN DREAMING OF? There is nothing more fabulous than someone who know what kind of bedroom they want...a gorgeous one! This client loves black high contrasts in color. Like a classic car, the colors were to be black and silver. We needed slick design with...
We have all been there…a special event to go to and nothing to wear. What’s a girl or guy to do? Get help! I want to share these dynamic fabrics with you in a small series from that began last week and will wrap up this week. If you have been dreaming...
One of my favorite things to do after completing a space, is to walk around and remember what it used to be... You can almost do that now here as well. Isn’t it amazing the difference? The photos here are from our gold award for the Living Room/Dining Room category for the...
Anyone who knows me, knows I love art. I don't know what it is, but it stirs me all up. I have painted many pieces myself and loved it so. Because of that when I study a piece, I enjoy thinking about the artist and how they felt in...
The always stunning Kansas City Home Design Magazine interviewed me on bath design for this month's issue on all of the wonderful trends and exciting ideas that are so fresh and "today." Such spaces can be so luxurious and beautiful. The opportunities are limited only by your imagination! I know...
There is nothing more fun to me than New York City. The lights, the people, the design. It is so exciting! These NYC clients of ours wanted a fun and funky space. Greens, blues and black…almost a mod look. They needed a place other than the master bedroom for guest to...
There is nothing more fun to me than New York City. The lights, the people, the design. It is so exciting! These clients of ours wanted a fun and funky space. Greens, blues and black...almost a mod look. They needed a place other than the master bedroom for guest to sleep...
As much as I love the rich, warm and delicious colors of fall, I love the bold, striking and metallic colors of the winter season, too! So until we say, "Hello," to the festive colors of December, let's enjoy one last day in my favorite season of fall. So alas, I...
