Interior Design Insights
Expert tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes looks at our Sacramento design projects.
Natural Maple Cabinets: A 2026 Designer Honest Review
Are natural maple cabinets dated in 2026? An honest designer review of natural maple cabinetry, the pairings that work, and when to refinish vs replace.
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Round Nosing for Hardwood Stairs: A 2026 Designer Spec Guide
How to spec round nosing (bullnose) on hardwood stair treads in 2026: profile options (full bullnose, half bullnose, eased edge), code compliance, and cost.
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Kitchens with Dark Granite Countertops: A 2026 Designer Update
Is dark granite still in style in 2026? An honest designer review of dark granite countertops, the pairings that don't date, and the alternatives to consider.
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Herringbone Peel and Stick Tile: An Honest 2026 Designer Review
Honest 2026 designer review of herringbone peel-and-stick tile: where it works (rentals, laundry rooms), where it absolutely fails (real kitchens, behind ranges), and the cost reality.
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Outdoor Stone Coffee Table: A 2026 Designer Guide to Material and Spec
How to spec an outdoor stone coffee table for 2026: travertine vs concrete vs granite, weather durability, the sizes that work, and cost bands.
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Contemporary Fireplaces with Mantels: A 2026 Designer Spec Guide
How to design a contemporary fireplace with mantel in 2026: linear gas insert, stone or plaster surround, walnut or reclaimed beam mantel, and the proportions that work.
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Strip and Restain Cabinets: A 2026 Designer Guide to DIY and Pro Cost
How to strip and restain kitchen cabinets in 2026: chemical stripper choice, sanding, stain selection, top-coat, and real DIY vs Pro cost bands.
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Decorative Mosaic Tiles for Pools and Spas: A 2026 Designer Guide
How to spec decorative mosaic tile for pools and spas in 2026: glass vs porcelain, color palette, waterline placement, and the maintenance reality.
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Tile House Numbers: A 2026 Designer Guide to Exterior Address Signage
How to spec tile house numbers in 2026: material options (ceramic, porcelain, hand-painted), placement rules for legibility, and the cost band from $35 DIY to $385 custom.
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Flat Panel Cabinets: A 2026 Designer Guide to Spec, Wood, and Pairings
How to spec flat-panel kitchen cabinets in 2026: rift-sawn white oak vs walnut vs paint-grade, hardware choices, and the pairings that don't date.
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Modern Decor for Homes: A 2026 Designer Working Guide
What modern home decor actually means in 2026: seven working principles (restraint, real materials, layered lighting, integrated millwork, single accent per room, organic shape, no signage) plus a working palette.
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Masculine Bathroom Design: A 2026 Designer Guide
How to design a masculine primary bathroom in 2026: dark walnut + travertine + matte black hardware + warm linen palette + steam shower spec. Without the cliches.
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