I recently attended a presentation by Angela Merola called, "Client Magnetism: Tools for Attracting Clients." This CEU was part of the ASID Distinguished Speaker Series, and I am so glad that I attended! Angela spoke about the importance of determining what kinds of attributes we can offer clients in addition to our general interior design services. This could be creating a fun experience, making your client feel comfortable and less overwhelmed, etc. When we determine what is unique about us...
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In our fast-paced design industry, color trends change each year, each season, and even within each design style.  Remember, for example, the chartreuse greens, vivid oranges, and bright yellows that have been so popular over the recent years.  Only a short time before that neutrals were all the rage.  Décor has such a fickle heart.  There will always be two colors, however, that will never go out of style – the two extremes of the color spectrum – black and white.  It’s hard to go wro...

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Over my spring break, I was fortunate enough to attend the Wood Veneer CEU being hosted by the IIDA Mid-Atlantic Chapter at WMCC.  Bacon Veneer Company gave a very informative presentation about wood veneer as a product, as well as what we need to understand as designers when specifying wood veneer.  I was extremely excited to learn more about the MAC’s efforts to start a Student Hub for students throughout the area that will reflect a professional chapter and give students the opportunity ...

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Today I have officially published my new website!  For those of you who have been a part of my monthly newsletter, as well as those of you who are interested in checking it out, I will now be posting the newsletter on my blog.  This will allow me to share updates with more people more easily.  Thanks for your support! 

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