Dionne Designs

Designing Kosher

2013-01-02T21:51:00.001-05:00

Happy New Year to all my readers and visitors, I truly wish you all a healthy & prosperous 2013! I am kicking off the new year with a kosher kitchen. I am not Jewish, but as a designer it is my duty to try and understand different cultures. This is especially important when designing a kitchen, the central command station of the home. The main idea in a kosher kitchen is to keep diary and meat

Pulling The Plug {Post Hurricane Sandy}

2012-11-03T19:25:00.003-04:00

"Pulling the plug: a sustainably built, off-grid farmhouse A carefully planned 17th-century conversion is not only sustainably built, but off-grid, too." The Telegraph In the wake of hurricane Sandy, I cant help to think about our complete and utter dependence on electricity. Fishing around for the answer I came across this amazing Farmhouse set in the remote countryside in the UK. This

Bathroom Inspiration {and how to organize your ideas}

2012-10-05T17:10:00.000-04:00

Renovating a bathroom is probably one of the most challenging but at the same time most satisfying rooms to redecorate; bringing not only daily pleasure to those in the room but also increasing the value of your home. Inspiration comes from the latin word Inspirare meaning ' to breath into '. We inspire to breath new life into our home when we embark on a renovation project. Wherever you look,

Guest Post on Canoe Design & more..

2012-09-22T21:37:00.001-04:00

A couple of weeks ago I was asked by design blogger Anna at Canoe Design to guest post on their FURNITURE FRIDAY's series. Take a peek http://canoedesign.blogspot.com/2012/08/furniture-fridays_24.html On another note, I have been invited to join Christopher Peacock Home as their Senior Designer for their fabulous new showroom opening in the D&D building in Manhattan NY. I anticipate great

Fall Color Trends 2012 {Neon Shmeon}

2012-08-14T00:03:00.003-04:00

I am an 80's girl, leg warmers, leggings and headbands were staple pieces in my teen closet. You could say I gave Madonna a run for her money. But by 1986, I admit I was far from sad to see that color trend end, and looking back on photos of myself requires sun glasses and comes with a warning. So you can imagine how I took to the news that NEON is back this Fall. Maybe I'll just skip it

Sweet Tea & Lemonade

2012-06-12T13:02:00.005-04:00

JUNE, how I have been waiting for you, dreaming of SWEET TEA and LEMONADE, swinging ever so slowly back and forth on the porch with a love romance upside down by my side as I nap...... JULY, even more inviting, no running for cover for the odd shower, I know its going to be a nice day and I am about to share it with the butterflies and the bees. On my own with nature, not even my favorite songs

Free Flowing Form ~ EGO Paris

2012-06-11T12:25:00.001-04:00

I like smart, I like functional and I certainly like SEXY! All this PLUS fun colors and pretty flowers..you can't possibly beat that! Ego Paris is just Fabulous! I heard of them through one of my favorite online mags the New England Home Magazine. Just take a look at these, I mean seriously! Free flowing form sunshades reminiscence of seagulls in flight. Design forms that blend in with the

In honor of Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee

2012-06-01T22:12:00.001-04:00

This weekend marks the Queens Diamond Jubilee! To mark this quintessentially British day I will be showcasing anything and everything Union Jack.. God Save The Queen Fun piece of furniture http://sheridanfrench.blogspot.com/2011/07/furniture-re-vamp-x-four.html Fun pillows & bunting Image Via The Daily Mail Designed by Jan Constantine Sausages n Mash? Falcon Union

Adieux chalk boards, say hello to IdeaPaint!

2012-05-22T22:57:00.000-04:00

This is one of those times where I see a product and I shout out 'What took them so long!! IdeaPaint have come up with an ingenious clear paint that transforms nearly any surface into a WHITE BOARD, isn't that just great? I'm guessing its a clear lacquer of sorts.....lets investigate further~ According to IdeaPaint it's a clear top coat that can be applied to any dry paint surface or even wood,

Introducing Ottaviani at CELLINI

2012-05-22T11:46:00.002-04:00

Cellini is our family run businesses on the lovely island of Malta. Located in the heart of downtown Sliema also know as 'The Ferries', Cellini is at the center of anything shopping. You will inevitably pass our shop if you visit or live in Malta! Please stop in and take a peek! Cellini is now stocking OTTAVIANI, an elegant and timeless Italian manufacturer of gifts and home decor.

Strawberry Picking ~ A picture post!

2012-05-20T15:31:00.000-04:00

Tehrune Orchards ~ Princeton NJ ~D~

HOMEMINT by Justin Timberlake & Estee Stanley

2012-05-14T14:50:00.000-04:00

Our favorite singer, songwriter & and hilarious SNL star Justin Timberlake has teamed up with West Coast fashion & interior designer Estee Stanley to create a line of vintage furnishings and artwork. HomeMint is an interesting concept, you can become a member and by doing so get may perks including 50% off furnishings decor & art, first look at new creations & special invitations to HomeMint

Renovating a Family Space

2012-05-10T15:01:00.000-04:00

This is the 3rd and last post in the Design Dilemma series, I hope you have enjoyed the first two posts, TO SEE PART 1 CLICK HERE and TO SEE PART 2 CLICK HERE . Answering these questions takes time and care, just the same as preparing for a design project installation. I must say I've had a lot of fun! So thank you for your questions. For those who did not make it on the blog, I will continue to

Design Dilemma Part 2

2012-05-07T15:32:00.002-04:00

My final choice for your 'Design Dilemma's' was sent to me by Andrea! I couldn't resist her bright bedroom full of design opportunities! "Hi there, I saw your blog post about featuring our design dilemmas, and appreciate you taking a look at mine! It's my master bedroom. The rest of the house has been very well attended to. But our bedroom? Not so spectacular. The furniture is dated, and the

I have a huge crush on wallpaper!

2012-05-04T14:48:00.001-04:00

I'm totally crushing on wallpaper, keep an open mind and please refrain from picturing your grandma's floral bedroom walls. Come on! Let me wallpaper for you... just one teensy weensy wall? HOT OFF THE PRESS! I could paper your mudroom out in the country? http://

The Hamptons ~ A kitchen project

2012-05-03T13:10:00.000-04:00

I love working on a beautiful project, what I love even more is working with great clients and respectful architectural and design companies. This project came to my desk before the house was even built. The design criteria was clear, build a kitchen that could cater for 100 people but feel cosy for their family of 4 people. After just a few design meetings I designed a perfect cooking

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Part 1

2012-04-26T21:56:00.001-04:00

For those who remember I offered to answer my readers Design Dilemma's, I received so many interesting questions, thank you! To answer more Q's I have decided to do a 2 part post. In the first part of your Design Dilemmas Kirsten was totally stressed out by her bathroom remodels, she had narrowed down some of her options but could not make a decision! Kirstens's Questions Q1. Do you

Bloomingdale's and virtual sunglasses....

2012-04-24T15:31:00.000-04:00

I saw this article on PSFK a newsletter I subscribe to which sends me useful new inventions and current happenings. This one caught my 'eye' as it were.... Bloomingdale’s Lets Shoppers Virtually Try On Sunglasses On the Street I for one don't like being badgered by sales staff, so I absolutely loved this idea. You can virtually try on glasses just by looking at any one of the six

Dream Closets ~ Hello Blahnik, I promise to take care of your Manolo's

2012-04-21T17:42:00.000-04:00

After my main love ~ kitchens ~ a dressing room comes in close second to a bathroom...Clive Christian's Fitted Dressing Rooms are certainly dreamy! The 'Harrods' Island with gold leaf & marquetry inlay is most certainly at the forefront in design and elegance. I love this well lit design with open wardrobes and beveled glass-fronted drawers, which lets you choose your outfits with ease. The

I Love You Infinity Times Infinity

2012-04-08T22:22:00.000-04:00

My children are my everything: My morning, my afternoon and my evening... My daughters unbridled happiness is contagious! Source: tissosweetcandy.blogspot.com via *cassie* on Pinterest My kids are my reason to take care of our world today, to preserve our planet for the children of their grandchildren. Recycled Handmade Paper Garland Source: etsy.com via Fiona on

Cheers to you!

2012-04-08T08:51:00.000-04:00

Happy Easter! To you and your loved ones. A Maltese Easter treat~ Figolla A sweet pastry filled with ground almond paste.....DEVINE! Today is a day of celebration, no matter what you believe in, make this day a celebration of new beginnings. Think about your loved ones who have passed and all those who have lost their lives serving their country. Source:

HOPE

2012-03-29T21:04:00.002-04:00

Hope is a beautiful word. If I was blessed with another daughter I would call her Hope. She helps us get through the day. She makes us believe that anything can happen. Hope saves lives Because you can never know what tomorrow will bring. Source: bhg.com via Dionne on Pinterest She makes

7 Spring Colors For Your Kitchen

2012-03-20T10:14:00.000-04:00

IT'S THE FIRST DAY OF SPRING! Whether you are designing a new kitchen or renovating an existing one, the color of the walls is an important element which will have a big effect on the overall design. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing your colors. ~ Is the kitchen open plan to the rest of the home? ~ Does the kitchen get plenty or no natural light? ~ Is painting the existing

Brass ~ Accessories for your home.

2012-03-11T10:49:00.000-04:00

Brass is back in a big way, bold bright and beautiful! Brass is the generic term for a range of copper-zinc alloys with differing combinations of properties, including strength, machinability, ductility, wear-resistance, hardness, colour, antimicrobial, electrical and thermal conductivity, and corrosion-resistance. Brasses have a range of attractive colours ranging from red to yellow to gold to

Design Dilemma ~ Your questions featured!

2012-03-08T14:58:00.001-05:00

In the spirit of SPRING and because I LOVE you guys! Next month we will be featuring YOUR own Design Dilemmas! All you need to do is Like our Facebook Page HERE! and send a message with your question including a picture (helpful but not necessary) by March 30th! Thinking of painting your bathroom or kitchen and not sure what color? replacing your window dressings or your carpets? DD will