Better Homes & Gardens September issue just hit newsstands…
I was invited to Des Moines, Iowa to visit the creative team at BHG and discuss my “Global Collected” look — I can’t tell you how much fun we had! What I can say is that although this is known as a fly-over country, Des Moines is the cutest town where I was surprised to drive past modern architectural gems sited amongst quaint older buildings. Most impressive, however were the folks I worked with who were most welcoming, creative and hard working.
They asked me to illustrate for readers how to create their own travelled look at home. So, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to share some ideas. The results are pretty colorful, but I think they still seem warm and inviting.
As inspiration, we used the daybed I created for the home of my dear friend & client Lori — which just happens to be one of my favorite projects ever. Check out the story and let me know what you think.
Here are some of my favorite things:
I also want to send a warm shout out to the lovely production team I worked with: Amy, Shelley, Allison, Sonja, Jill, Phil and King. Thank you all for making this feature such a fun experience and greeting me with your midwestern hospitality! Hope to get back out there soon — aiming for the Iowa State Fair or Bacon Fest–if I can score what I’ve learned is a hot ticket. Cheers.
Standing in front of the printing press used for publishing the original magazines
VIDEO LINKS:
If you are interested in learning some of my fun style-maker tips take a cruise onto the BHG site and checkout any one of these quick videos–guessing after this, I will no longer be able to hide the fact that I’m a design nerd!
Mix, Global, Modern:
How to Mix Patterns, Create a Global Look, and Warm Up Modern Style.
Plus a few other design thoughts:
5 Questions for Bridgid Coulter, What is Eclectic?, Tips for the Beginner.
Happy couch surfing!