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If you are anything like you, you didn’t think Friday would ever get here….but it did and I am so excited that it finally is here!

This week on Friday Favorites, I have a mixture of residential and commercial products. Over the last few weeks, many commercial products that I have specified have been delivered and installed and I just cannot contain myself how happy I have been with all of these products.

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1: This is a custom bistro table that I specified for a commercial space. The top is a custom piece by Lumicor. What I love about this table is that the color can be any Benjamin Moore color you want. That is right, all it is is a sheet of paint rolled on the bottom. The sleek legs are from Group Four. I was beyond words when these beauties were delivered. A fun fact about this table is that before the tables were delivered, I received a photo from my rep…Lumcior used these table tops to do a training session prior to assembly :-)

2: I have had my eye on this Avalon dining table from Crate and Barrel for a while now and finally pulled the trigger last week. What I love most about this table is that it has a leaf, allowing it to expand to seat 6 people if necessary. I also like the price ($499) and the options available (block or white or even a bistro size table).

3: This fabric is by HBF Textiles, my go-to high-end commercial textile company. Remember that custom Lumicor table above? Well, I specified this fabric, Spun is it’s name, for the chairs that are being delivered….today! Spun is available in about 11 different color waves.

4: Another vendor that I work closely with for office furniture is Teknion. Recently this Projek task chair was delivered and I am very pleased with it. For the price, it definitely is a strong contender. Not to mention its sleek look, compared to other task chairs.

5: I love this wall sconce from Currey and Co. Have you ever thought about installing wall sconces on either side of your bed rather than having a table lamp? This sconce would be a beautiful addition to your home!

6: A few weeks back I was on a shopping trip with a client. As soon as we walked into Room and Board, we fell in love with this Linear Media Unit. If you look closely, the front is a mesh type texture, allowing heated air from a cable box freely escape. Genius! It also comes in a variety of sizes and wood finishes.

* If you are interested in learning more about any of these products, please leave a comment or Contact Us.

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There are so many Ipad or Iphone applications out there to use on a daily basis. From social media to business tracking to photo apps there is no shortage in choices, even when it comes to design-related apps. But sometimes it is hard to keep track of what works, what doesn’t, and what may be better. Here are a few apps I use on a regular basis and are definitely worth my 99 cents!

Social media: I use Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and an app called Buffer. Buffer is similar to HootSuite, but it seems easier to use for me. I do not use it all the time, but when I have a lot to say, it helps space out my conversations. It also helps me track what readers are interested in reading. This app is FREE and can be downloaded on ipad and iphone. There are many more features that I love and I encourage you to try it out yourself.This app is free.

abmappPhoto: We all know about PicStitch and Intagram, which I love. I was recently introduced to a new app, A Beautiful Mess and I have fallen in love with it. It is similar to PicStitch, where you get to doll up a photo. I like the cool graphics and fonts available much more though. I use this App to doll up photos to post to social media sites.This app is only 99 cents.

Blog: when on the go, I use the app ByWord to write blog posts on my ipad. Byword is a minimalist word processor that is fast and easy to use. This is linked to my Dropbox account and I can email it to my Dropbox or my email account. It is great to write a post when I cannot get to my computer to actually sit down in my studio and write it. I first learned about this app from a blog I read regularly, Michael Hyatt.This app is free.

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Site Visits: the are many ‘to do’ list apps out there, but I love using Wunderlist for all my design projects. The app is designed for more general purposes and can be used from anything to planning a vacation to sharing a shopping list for someone, but I love to use it to create lists for clients. Sometimes, I will have 3-5 site visits in one day. When I have a site visit, this is my go-to app. I can organize my projects, make lists, take notes, and track many more things. It even updates me with reminders if I tell it to. Genius! This app is free.

Design: Sometimes I need to design something on the fly. For instance, if I am in a showroom and need to ensure a sofa will fit in a space but don’t have time to go back to my studio to draw it up. This app, Mark on Call, comes in super handy! It is like having a virtual design assistant!. This app costs $2.99

I try not to use many more apps than I have to, as I try to streamline my work but sometimes I don’t know where I would be without these Apps. Have you ever used these apps? What other iPad or iPhone apps do you use?

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In preparation for the long holiday weekend most of us have [and] the official kick-off to summer, why not have a dinner party in style? I love this table setting I found on Pinterest. If you are having guests over, purchase a few potted herbs (or buy some in the store and pot them yourself). Use them as table decor (or display them in various areas throughout your yard, patio, or home), and then give them as gifts to your guests as they leave. They will be enjoying the benefits of these herbs in no time!

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How are you entertaining in style this weekend?

Don’t forget to follow us on PINTEREST for more inspiration!

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It’s Mood Board Link Up Tuesday and I am so excited to share this special mood board with you. Yesterday I shared with you the things I had been working on over the weekend to get our Del Ray Rowhouse rental organized and decorated. While there are still many more things to do (and I don’t anticipate getting them all done in a weekend, but rather over a year or two), I think it was a great start.


With all design projects, I always start with a mood board. Yes, this includes my own space! So, here it is! What do you think?

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This is only one space in our home that I am drawing inspiration from, but don’t worry, we still have the front entry, dining space, bedroom, and guest bedroom that I will be tackling in due time.

Don’t forget to head on over to VOTE for this mood board.

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It’s been just over a week since we have moved into our rowhouse rental in Del Ray and things are looking pretty good. We have managed to unpack all of our boxes (not that we had many) and most things are put into place.

While we are awaiting the arrival of our Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams sofa and lounge chair, I have done a few things to get the house in order.

For starters, we purchase these window treatments for the front window. While we reused an inexpensive curtain rod that had moved with us, I will be purchasing a new one from Restoration Hardware very soon.

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We bought this wall shelf from World Market, which I am in love with!

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For the sofa, I bought this custom monogrammed pillow cover from Etsy.

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I also bought these milk crates for storage throughout the house which are perfect for our closets and the linen closet. We got a few smaller ones for the kitchen a few years ago and they work great.

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We also picked up these baskets for decorative storage in the entryway and living room. I just couldn’t resist! I am in love with the chalkboard labels.

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We ordered this dining table that I have had my eye on for a few weeks now from Crate and Barrel but we are still looking for dining chairs (for now we will reuse the ones we brought from our Old Town home).

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Oh, and remember this photo we posted on our Facebook page a few weeks ago? Yup, my husband surprised me with it when we moved (he secretly built it for me).

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What do you think so far? Stay tuned for tomorrow’s inspiration mood board! Happy Monday!

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Check out this gorgeous living space I found this week on Pinterest?! Seriously, not only do I love the feminine feel of this space, but I am in awe of how well the colors and patterns somehow unify together; nothing clashes or looks out of place. It simply is beautiful.

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How would you rate this space? share your thoughts below!

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Over the weekend my husband and I picked up our family (ourselves, our personal belongings, and Stuart) and moved across town to Del Ray. While we had tremendous help moving (thank you to the strong men who helped move all our heavy furniture, including the concrete coffee table) and everything made it in one piece, our new home is still a hot mess. I am still exhausted from cleaning, moving, and sorting through all of our belongings. In an effort to get my life back in order, I will be taking it light this week on blogging. I will still be very active on Pinterest as I begin the process of redecorating our home in the coming weeks so be sure to follow me there.

Before we moved, we purchased the Cara sofa from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. The sofa is on order and I am dying in anticipation (less than 3 weeks until delivery). Check out this image from the MGBW website of the Cara sofa. Stay tuned for more sneak peaks of my new decorating adventure!

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Happy Monday!

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Whew! It’s Friday! I cannot tell you how excited I am for today to be here. Not only am I bringing you Week 5 of Friday Favorites, but I am announcing our lucky May Giveaway winner! I know you all have been on your toes awaiting this moment! I want to thank YOU for participating in the giveaway! We are excited that you were a part of it and hope to continue offering great giveaways in the future.

Without further ado, check out this week’s Friday Favorites!

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1) CB2 introduced this seasons new Brasil Collecton by Novogratz. I love this particular piece of the new armless sectional. The sectional comes in a variety of colors, but I am particularly drawn to this botao stripe pattern. Perfect for a teens bedrooms or hang out space!

2) How cool are these indoor/outdoor floor lamps? Way cool! These are the Tibey light from Cattelan Italia. Perfect addition to your outdoor space this summer!

3) If you have not seen, Crate and Barrel has introduced a new line called ‘Clean Slate’. It has everything to do with organizing, cleaning, and so much more. I especially am loving the MAX laundry Chrome modular shelving set.

4) I am loving these textured stone planters from West Elm. The best part is that these planters are 30% off right now!

5) These John Richard decorative pillows are the perfect additional to your space! They are from our very own Olios Shop!

And now the moment you have been waiting for…our May giveaway winners!

Karen and Cara H are our lucky winners!

(check your inbox for a fun surprise!

Thank you everyone for participating and we hope to be able to do another giveaway next month! If you would like to participate in the giveaway, here is how!

Have a fabulous weekend and we will see you back on the blog next week!

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I love the simplicity of this space. Just by adding a few necessary accessories such as the grass cloth area rug, window treatments, and soft graphic pillows, this living room is transformed into a simple sophisticated relaxing space. Oh, not to mention this over-the-top glamourous chandelier?! What is your favorite part of the space?

Happy Wednesday!

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I am excited to bring you another Mood Board Link up today! I am working with a client now that found me through my House Calls design I did back in January. They love reading the column and fell in love with the design I came up with. Then I received a call from them asking if we could work together. Upon our initial consultation I think we bonded quite well (a must with any designer-client project) and the project took off from there.


We are starting with the front formal living room (hopefully venturing to other rooms in the house thereafter). The couple loves modern contemporary looks but also want to incorporate a classic transitional feel to their space. They have a little girl so we also want to add fun touches in accessories so she can enjoy the space too when mom and dad are relaxing.

This mood board below was one of three options I presented to my clients a few weeks back. We are finalizing pieces for the plan and working through some alternative options that are kid-friendly yet suitable for adult living. Overall, I love the bright colors paired with the mid-century modern [fun] look this mood board conveys.

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What do you think? If you like it, I would love for your vote! Go to Design your Dwelling and ‘LIKE’ your favorite board. The lucky winner will be featured next week!

* To respect the privacy of Olios Design and my clients, I do not share resources I source from. If you are interested in sources or working with me, Contact me today!

Oh, and don’t forget about our May [Mother's Day] giveaway going on right now! Fresh floral arrangements (thank you to Eight Tree Street), Starbucks giftcard, and West Elm gift cards are all up for grabs! If you haven’t entered yet, go do it now!

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