All posts by: melissamclay

Recent Client Pictures

Last week I took some pictures of client houses.  I’m in the process of updating my website’s portfolio and trying to improve the quality of some pictures and take some new ones of recent work.  I think they turned out... Read More

Pretty Trestle Table, Bookcases, Decals and more…

In my last post I mentioned how I’d helped my brother and his wife with their new home.  Well, they sure have done a lot since we were here last.  Here are some pictures I took of their home. They... Read More

Chocolate Fish and Chocolate Bunnies

I’m writing my first post by iphone while driving to New York to visit my brother, Josh, and his family for the holiday. We’re looking forward to a weekend of good food and lots of hang out time. I’ve promised... Read More

Recent Project: Contemporary Bedroom Design by Email

This time last year, a super nice young couple who live in Vienna, Virginia, called me because they wanted help with paint colors, placement of accessories, and flooring.    It was a good opportunity to help them make some changes... Read More

Spring is Here!!!

I’m loving the recent weather in Maryland.  I had my first dinner party outside this past weekend.  We didn’t sit down to eat till 8 so everyone got a blanket just in case they got a little chilly.  It was... Read More

Recent Project: Office with Live Edge Desk

Since I started my business a majority of my projects have been more traditional in look with a smattering of contemporary projects here and there.  Well, I’m excited about adding several recent contemporary projects to my portfolio including this project... Read More

Recent Project: Accessorizing a Family Room

My animal lover just celebrated her 8th birthday this past weekend.  It was a dream party for her because not only did she spend time with fourteen of her closest friends,  she learned to train animals and had the chance... Read More

Iconic Chair: Model A or Marais Chair

Last week was a bit crazy for me.   It was one of the weeks that I just couldn’t cross everything off the list which included doing a my weekly blog post.   Monday was a holiday so spent it... Read More

Recent Project: Converting a Living Room into a Billiard Room and more…

We got very lucky this past weekend.  It’s been on our calendar for months to go cross country skiing but the snow situation has not been looking good.  So this past Friday we arrive to our cabin in western Maryland... Read More

Icons: Madonna and the Klismos Chair

Who else woke up this morning inspired to eat healthier and work out more after seeing Madonna perform during the Super Bowl half time show last night?!?  I know I did!  Honestly, I have not been a big fan of... Read More