
Interior Design Reflects Who We Are
We Are What We Eat….So Are Our Homes!
Recently our firm, laurelbledsoedesign, completed a client’s refresh of her decor. After the last piece was in place, of this wonderful opportunity, she said, “Wow..you really nailed it! This is me exactly. How do you do it?” It’s simple. The right design for an interior always reflects who we are.
The Dark Side Of Architecture
I think it all began after we stayed a few weeks in Amsterdam. Every so often, one of the row houses would simply jump out and say “Here I Am!” These beauties are nothing short of striking as they accentuate the history of the architecture they so proudly represent. Since then I stop and study each and every house that crosses over to the dark side. Have not seen one yet I absolutely do not love!
Read more…Missing Something In Your Neutral Interior?
Let’s see, because every show on HGTV was featuring a super-neutral color palette the last several years and most had at least one bedroom with a gray upholstered headboard, you, or someone you know also owns one. Designers probably see one a week as we get called to help a client make their homes more “inviting” and more “me”.
It’s pretty easy to guess that color is what is missing in so many of these renovations. Keep reading to see what color we love to incorporate for an instant impact and leave everyone feeling a little brighter!
Read more…Signs of Summer
Having a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that we are nearly halfway thru June and that in a few short days the calendar will say we are officially in the summer months. Everywhere we look says summer is already here!


Our Six Favorite Blush Paint Colors
You’re Making Us Blush
It doesn’t take much for Laurel to be inspired by something totally unrelated to interior design. Such is the example of this pink gin bottle she spotted during one of her travels. I agree! The colors in this photo are simple and sophisticated at the same time. Let’s look at how to use this beautiful color in our homes. Get ready to blush!

Spring In Kentucky Means….
Alfresco Dining At Derby Time!
Forget those other national holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving….in Kentucky the most important holiday takes place on the first Saturday in May. Nothing says Spring like the Kentucky Derby!
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