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“word to the wise” wednesday: barbara barry

I design the room as a whole, with the end result in mind.  For me, this is the discipline of good, simple design.  ... Have the end result in mind, stick to the plan, and don't overdo it.  Simplicity is really the height of elegance, and style is all about …

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sundays with joy: life as a service

I wish you could have seen the hullabaloo at the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island.  Construction is well underway, furniture deliveries and other packages have overtaken the basement, hallways and other common areas, and -- out of necessity -- the RMH-LI team is communicating by walkie-talkie.  A renovation of …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: elaine griffin

Half of what makes pretty look good is order, so start by decluttering.  And then relentlessly organize.  Honey, it's hard for style to dwell amid chaos! -- Elaine Griffin (as quoted in Better Homes and Gardens, September 2014)

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“word to the wise” wednesday: estee stanley

Accessories do a great job of adding a lot of style without emptying your bank account.  Carefully selected items like rugs and artwork can bring your decorating to the next level while still staying within your budget. -- Estee Stanley (as quoted in Better Homes and Gardens, September 2014) How do you …

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