One of the most significant lessons I’ve learned is that God’s promise for my life is not something I have to earn. Growing up, I had this idea that my purpose was something I had to achieve through hard work and success. I thought if I could just reach a certain...
Everyone has last minute touches they want to add, whether it is an outfit, a hairdo, an evening meal or a Christmas tree, there is always one more little tweak needed to make things perfect. It is exactly the same with a vacation rental before it goes on the market....
Our most recent project in Florida is a little house we are calling the Cocoa Cabana. I have mentioned before that each property has a personality which I like to tap into with the design. Sometimes I see it from the beginning, but sometimes the personality doesn’t...
The Coastal Cabin was in the renovation process at a strategic time for our family business. The project turned out to be the most extensive renovation we have done to date, both inside and outside, including the addition of a swimming pool. The decision to undertake...
Recently I reconnected with someone I had done staging/design work for in Colorado. I had originally staged their home to sell, but the owner decided to keep it. They asked me to consult and oversee a total remodel, which included the furnishings and even a Christmas...
Vacation rentals often have a bad rap with the neighbors. Granted, there are vacation rentals that are not well cared for, allow loud parties, and basically disrupt the neighborhood ‘vibe’. I have mentioned before that HOAs frequently limit or ban neighborhood...
