Hello everyone! Its Maria, d2e’s Operations manager. I happen to be a bit obsessed with reading design blogs and getting constant inspiration from them. Other than our blog, of course, the following are my five favorite interior design blogs. 1. Habitually Chic Looking for inspiration right in...
A commonly sung refrain in Jerusalem is Yerushalayim Shel Zahav, which means “Jerusalem of Gold.” If there is one common thread of the aesthetics of Jerusalem, it is that golden quality. ...
One of the amazing things about being a designer and having an opportunity to travel is getting new places and see the ways that design is approached in cultures other than our own. My recent trip to Israel provided plenty of inspiration, and...
Whether big or small, on the wall or leaning on the floor, mirrors bring light and sparkle to your room's decor. Here are 5 mirrors we love: 1. Avandian Leaner Mirror from Homedecorators.com 2. Parsons Wall Mirror, Gray Herringbone by West Elm 3. Mosaic Mirror, Poppy by Serena...
Many of my clients these days, myself included, are interested in tile that has a repeating pattern and a middle eastern feel. How psyched was I to happen upon this adorable tile source in Old Yafo (in Tel Aviv, Israel)? You can visit the website: balatotyaffo.com...
In Habitat for Humanity’s own words, “ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials, and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price.” You can shop or donate, and proceeds...
Want that air to circulate but not interested in a cutesy ceiling fan with lamp shades shaped like flower petals? Check out the Modern Fan Co. Here’s 5 Modern Fans we love! 1. The Pharos Ceiling Fan: 2. The Torsion Ceiling Fan 3. The Solus Ceiling Fan 4. The Cloud Ceiling Fan 5....
Rugs serve to frame a seating grouping within a larger space. When clients came to down2earth interior design looking for suggestions for rugs with only natural fibers, these wool beauties from Horchow came to mind. The neutral colors and timeless patterns will never go out...
I like to point out to my clients that first and foremost, you have to make design decisions that are practical for you and your family. Reuse or repurpose items that are still workable, and when buying new items, buy items that are high quality...
June is the season of milestones- graduations, weddings, anniversaries ….and in this case, it marks the 5 year anniversary of the launch of Down2Earth Interior Design! In the past 5 years, I’ve added terrific designers to my team, built relationships with trustworthy vendors and contractors, and...