Interior Design Angle, Angela Todd's Portland Oregon Interior Design Blog

Your Dream Pass to Savings

2010-08-07T19:20:10Z

This blog provided courtesy of the Northwest Natural Street of Dreams in Portland, Oregon. To learn more about the show held on July 31th through August 29, 2010 from 11am to 9pm, please visit www.streetofdreamspdx.com.

The annual Street of Dreams is sponsored by the Home Builders Association of Metropolitian Portland. Angela Todd Designs is a proud sponsor of this year’s opening night at the Mid Summer Night’s Dream, and a board member of the Home Builders Association.

On its own, the 2010 NW Natural Street of Dreams packs quite a punch. With some of the most beautiful luxury homes the area has to offer, you are guaranteed to walk away thinking you got more than your money’s worth.

But as an extra perk, your ticket to the show (called a Dream Pass) also gives you access to a variety of special discounts at local businesses, restaurants and retail shops. The list runs the gamut from free home security and air conditiong systems to discounts on gutter installation, custom framing, paint and even cat adoption fees – all just for coming to the 2010 NW Natural Street of Dreams.

Now doesn’t that sound like a dream come true?

Start saving now with the offers listed below…

Absolute Window Washing
$20 to $100 off our services depending on square footage. Call 503.754.1396 for details.

Angela Todd Designs
www.nwinteriordesigner.com
20% off design and project concept for kitchen, bath, or whole house remodel

Baltzell Sheet Metal, Inc.
www.baltzellsheetmetal.com
$75 off any gutter and downspout order for new construction or replacement of existing gutters. Order must be over $750 and in the Portland Metro Area. Valid 7/31/2010 – 9/15/2010.

BASCO
www.bascoappliances.com
New from Viking! D2 Smart Luxury Kitchen Package for $7599 (a savings of $1200!). Through Sept 30, 2010.

Big Red’s Resturant
5515 Southwest Canyon Court, Portland, OR 97221
Free appetizer with meal

Chown Hardware
www.chown.com
Buy any Blanco kitchen sink and faucet and receive a free Blanco soap dispenser. Through Sept 30, 2010.

Comfort Air Heating & Cooling
www.comfortairnow.com
$300 off air conditioner, heat pump or furnace installations. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Global Technology Solutions
www.globalts.net
Free Alarm system with Alarm.com Cellular Monitoring, website arm/disarm and custom modifications. System includes 2 openings, keypad, brain, siren, yardsign/stickers and cellular module. Homeowner or landlord permission required. OAC, $49.95 36 month monitoring agreement required.

Golf Savings Bank
www.golfsavingsbank.com
A $500 lender credit towards closing costs for any purchase or refinance loan completed by December 31, 2010.

Legend Homes
www.legendhomes.com
Free air conditioning (valued at $5,250) with purchase of a Legend home, through September 15, 2010. Must be purchased between July 31 – Sept 15, 2010. See sales associate for details.

Love It Design, LLC
www.loveitdesign.org
Receive a 25% discount off any purchase $500 or more. Good towards: custom furniture, custom window coverings, case goods and/or interior design service. Expires Dec 31, 2010.

Mabel & Zora
www.mabelandzora.com
$10 off any purchase of $50 or more. Limit one per customer. Cannot be combined with any other offer or used with or for gift cards.

Meringue Boutique
www.meringueboutique.com
$25 off a purchase of denim. One per customer. Cannot be combined with any other promotions or used on sale merchandise.

Nail It! Roofing Co.
www.nailitroofing.com
$350 off a complete roof replacement. No other discounts allowed.

Northwest Energy Savers Inc.
www.northwestenergysavers.com
$500 off energy efficient windows. Minimum order of 5 windows.

Olson & Jones Construction Inc.
www.olsonandjones.com/home-performance
Present your Dream Pass card to receive $200 off a comprehensive energy audit of your home. Our Home Performance Team uses a building science approach to improve comfort, safety and energy efficiency. We can implement energy retrofits that transform your home. Offer of $200 discount ends Sept 30, 2010.

Oregon Humane Society
www.oregonhumane.org
25% off the adoption fee of a cat at the Oregon Humane Society. Valid through Sept 15, 2010. Discount good for cats seven months or older.

Patrick Schmitt, designer inc.
www.psdesignerinc.com
$300 off final price for new home design. $300 off the total fee for the design and preparation of full construction document sets for one new single family custom home (discount taken at final billing).

Pearl Gallery & Framing
pearlframing.com
25% off custom framing or 10% off gallery purchase

Rejuvenation
www.rejuvenation.com
Free 30 minute in-store lighting and home furnishings design consult with our Rejuvenation product experts. Please register at: www.rejuvenation.com/streetofdreams

Rodda Paint Co.
www.roddapaint.com
Take $10 off any gallon of Rodda Paint’s Horizon Zero VOC paint. Discount off EDLP Price.

Room by Room, Inc.
roombyroominc.com
$20 off any light fixture over $50 in value, and/or $50 off any tile or carpet purchase over $200, or $300 off any carpet or tile purchase with installation over $1,000.

Skyline Restaurant
1313 NW Skyline Blvd. Portland, OR
One free ice cream cone with purchase of a cheeseburger or something of greater value. Limit one per Dream Pass.

System Aire Inc.
www.systemaireinc.com
Free programmable thermostat with purchase of new furnace and air conditioner or heat pump

T.H.E. Remodel Group
www.tylerhartllc.com
Up to $1,000 visa gift card with the purchase of a Full Kitchen or Master Bath Renovation. See website for further details.

The Bar Method
www.barmethod.com
First 3 classes free. New clients only.

The McDonald Group Realtors
www.YourRoadMapToHome.com
Thinking about selling your home? Meet with a member of the McDonald Group Realtors to discuss listing your home before January 1, 2011 and receive a gift card to Home Depot for $20.

Wendy O’Brien Interior Design
www.wendyobrienid.com
$1000 discount for every $5,000 spent on interior design services, or 20% off initial fee for home staging services. Offer only good on first project until 12/31/2010. Offer does not include furnishings or material purchases.

Opening Night at the Street of Dreams

2010-08-10T18:41:16Z

Thursday, July 29, 2010 was opening night for the Street of Dreams in Portland, Oregon. Below is the article that appeared in the Street of Dreams magazine about the black tie affair that raised money for local charities on opening night. Angela Todd Designs proudly sponsored the event and chaired the Mid Summer Night’s Dream committee that put the evening event together.

It is our pleasure to unveil the Street of Dreams set a top one of Portland’s most recognized boulevards: Skyline. The cascading views, old growth timber, flickering light of the city down below, and the moonlit sky made an obvious theme for this year’s Mid Summer Night’s Dream, Illuminate the Night at Skyline.

Looking back over the last 34 years of the show in Portland, we have noticed that each year the Street of Dreams parallels what homeowners are looking for in their lifestyle. Today, we are interested in sustainable building and living a carefree, relaxed lifestyle that allows us to enjoy moments in our home with our family and friends. For some homeowner, carefree means a smaller home footprint, while for others, a relaxed lifestyle might include an outdoor space, or a home fitness center.

Our “green” movement as a society stems from our consideration for the generations to come. It is our hope that the beauty and vast resources we have today to enjoy will be kept safe and plentiful. As we sought beneficiary charities for this year’s event, we asked ourselves, “What charities benefit our community, families and children?” This year we selected Legacy Emmanuel Hospital, YMCA of Willamette Valley, and The Home Builders Foundation for all of the good works they do in our communities. We thank these outstanding organizations for their service and it is our honor to partner with them.

This year at sunset, opening night started with a champagne toast. Homeowners, building professionals, local celebrities and community leaders meandered past glowing lanterns and crisp linens and into each home for the first view of the 2010 Street of Dreams. Each home this year had an Earth Advantage Certification, and each provided its own unique perspective on sustainable living. This year size, scale and price of the featured homes covered a broad range; from $200,000 to $2,400,000, less than 1000 to over 5,000 square feet, from cottage to contemporary styles. Illustrating a dream home can be achieved at any price point and lifestyle.

Winston Churchill’s once said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Thank you to our generous sponsors NW Natural, John L. Scott, BASCO, Angela Todd Designs, and to those who donated their labor and supplies including Art4orm, and Hip Printing.

Thank you to my fellow committee members who generously offered their time and expertise, Linda Blackwell, Deborah Finklenburg, Susan Nellor, Genie Shook, and Jamie Welch, as well as our HBA Staff superstar liaisons, Jennifer Wessling and Nancy Haskins.

Our evening celebrated beauty in Northwest living, and to all who attended and supported the event, your generous support contributed to a better life for so many in your community. May your life be enriched in your giving.

Below is a coupon for $3 off admission to the show. Click on the image to enlarge the image, print and take it to the ticket office. For more information and directions go to www.streetofdreamspdx.com

Angela Todd

2010 Mid Summer Night’s Dream Committee Chairperson

How much does an Interior Designer cost?

2010-08-06T16:29:43Z

How much does an interior designer cost in Portland, Oregon you might ask? How do they charge and what can you expect from the relationship?

Initial Consultation: Your initial consultation with an interior designer is a method for both of you to determine if the interior designer is the right fit for your project. Some designers charge for initial consultations, some do not. In that appointment your interior designer will discuss with you your preferences, the scope of your project, and what you want to achieve. Some clients aren’t sure how to articulate their taste or preferences. Your designer can help you by asking questions, talking cues from pieces you enjoy in your home, and also by sharing photos and getting your input. A successful interior designer is a good listener, and can learn a lot by these three methods. During this initial consultation, the interior designer will likely ask about the amount you would like to invest in the room. You might have a very specific number or not know. Some clients find this question daunting and don’t know how much things cost – for example in a home remodeling project. Your designer can help you with investment ranges to give you an idea of costs. In a decorating project, good design can be achieved at many budget levels, so your interior designer may ask you questions about where you typically shop to get an idea of the quality of pieces that are important to you.

Initial Consultations: What to expect from Angela Todd Designs

We do charge for initial consultations and I have found our clients don’t mind. I have found that doing so allows me to relax in the first appointment, roll my sleeves up right away and discuss detailed ways to address what the client wants to achieve. I have also found my full schedule does not allow me to buzz around Portland, Oregon offering complimentary interior design consultations, while my clients aren’t getting serviced to the extent they deserve. I should mention we do credit the initial consultation fee towards remodeling, build or larger decorating projects. This happens most of the time.

Retainers
Some residential and commercial interior designers ask clients to place a retainer upon signing an agreement for design services. The retainer is an up-front fee intended to cover costs for you during the planning stage of the project. When the job is completed, the retainer fee is deducted from the last invoice.

Retainers: What to expect from Angela Todd Designs
Retainers aren’t typically part of our agreement, but in the case of a quick timeline of implementation it makes sense for some clients. For example, lets say you have 60 days for your room to be completed before the holidays, in this case having a retainer on file allows us to order furnishings with your approval without needing payment before processing the order. (Just a a point of reference, everything you purchase will be approved by you prior to ordering. Everything. This ensure you get exactly what you desire.)

How interior designers charge for services and products?

Interior designers charge in a variety of ways, and many may use several of these methods depending on your project.

Fee Based (Set Price)
After evaluating all aspects of the interior design project at the initial consultation including expected hours of work, square footage, materials needed, and your desires – the interior designer determines a lump sum for the design portion of the project. If your accept the agreement, the amount is paid in increments as items are received and delivered and/or services are rendered.

Square Foot Based (Set Price)
This method is most often used for larger build or commercial projects. It can be a bit tricky for the novice interior designer, because interiors with the same square footage may have completely different needs. For example, while one homeowner or business owner may want a minimalist look, another homeowner or business owner of the same size could be going for a complex mix of styles that require custom finishes, cabinetry and tile work. In those cases the interior designer places a higher square footage cost on projects that require more creativity and planning.

By the Hour
In this model, the designer assists the client on an hourly, as-needed basis. From my experience, interior designers in Portland, Oregon, hourly range from $75 to $175 an hour. This range generally depending on the interior design professional’s level of expertise, and their demand for service. It is most important to feel good about the interior designer you select. Do you have open dialogue? Does he or she “get” you and your lifestyle. Does he or she listen? Once you have answered yes, go with who you feel comfortable with, Understand designers under the rate range mentioned above might not have the experience or vendor connections you need for your project, and designers higher than the hourly mentioned might come at a premium due to their experience or popularity. There isn’t anything wrong with either if you feel comfortable, but understand designers at the top end of the range or the bottom of the range have reasons for charging that way.

Cost versus Retail AND Cost Plus
If you haven’t worked with an interior designer before you may not know that interior designers do have trade accounts with some of their vendors, essentially offering them a discounted retail price. Please don’t imagine this is a deep discount. Sometimes it is 0%, sometimes 10%, and on more custom orders perhaps 30%. Some interior designers pass this on to their clients with a fee upfront to partake in the savings. I know several interior designers in Portland that offer their cost savings to clients, plus a specified percentage on the discount. (20% is a common average I see here locally in the Portland area. Keep in mind in this scenario the interior designer will also charge a 20% percentage on items they purchase through retail pricing.) The third way interior designers may charge in this scenario is “you pay retail, and sometimes less depending on the trade discount and customer’s volume.”

Retail/Commission
This is common in retail showrooms that hire interior designers and decorators – or with interior design business owners that own a retail store that sells furnishings and accessories. Here in Portland, Oregon you can find these interior designers at furniture showrooms like Parker Furniture, Ethan Allen and Paul Schatz Furniture. The interior design fee is essentially paid by the retail showroom that employs the interior designer. The interior designer’s commission is paid by what they sell to clients. Working with a designer in this category can work well, particularly if you work with a furniture showroom with a good variety of manufactures and styles. The drawback can be that it is very unlikely an employed designers will recommend outside of what their showroom sells – but again if you select a showroom with a large amount of manufacturers it can be a good experience. Keep in mind also that an independent interior designer can work with you at these showrooms. Each of the stores mentioned above have outside interior designer programs and they welcome independent designers in the area to use their showrooms with their clients.

How interior designers charge for services and products: What to expect from Angela Todd Designs

Our interior design firm works both by the hour and with fee based pricing. For smaller projects, working by the hour just makes sense for our clients. In the case of a color consultation for exterior or interior paint for example, it doesn’t make sense to put together a flat free agreement. In the case of new home construction, remodeling or a decorating project that involves selections, space planning, project managing, coordinating contractors and vendors we set a flat fee for our services for the project. This amount only changes if there are changes or additions to the project. In the case of a flat fee prject, we draft an agreement that includes the scope and the estimated hours for our client’s review.

Okay. What about cost versus retail pricing you ask? Here I am writing this blog thinking, are my interior design peers going to kill me for posting such an honest blog about cost versus retail? It makes me giggle. Actually, I do want you to know I am in the business to create stunning interiors for my clients. I love that many of them over the years have become great friends, and oh yeah, I am in business to make money for my family. There I said it. Angela Todd Designs charges retail. We have found marking up a flat rate for a wholesale price (savings to you), and charging a retail price plus percentage (surcharge to you) pretty much comes to the same sum for the client. The true reality is that the amount of money an interior designer saves in wholesale to retail pricing can sometimes be very nominal, and for some stores and manufacturers the discount doesn’t exist. We take responsibility for our client purchases, and for that we feel that discounts are part of our cost of doing business. That is why our pricing is referred to as “wholesale” or “to the trade”, with this pricing comes responsibility.

What do I mean by by “taking care of client purchases” you might ask? When a fabric is discontinued that you have approved, furniture isn’t manufacturerd properly, the wrong carpet was shipped at the order desk, a cabinet door has a defect, handmade tiles are installed with color way difference that are unacceptable, or a handmade area rug is damaged in shipment - we take care of the issue for you. Fabric has to be reselected, we may have several visits and phone calls with a manufacturer, and we may visit your home with a tradesperson to make sure your expectations are met. It wouldn’t be ethical in my opinion to bill a client for this time because the hiccups (which inevitably happen at least once on a project) aren’t the client’s fault. By the way, all of the examples above have all actually happened. Each of these examples ironically came from clients that rave about me, have sent me referrals, and hired us for additional home and business projects. What my father tells me appears to be true, “When you do business with someone, you get to know their quality and ethics most by how they handle your problem.” My client relationships are paramount to me. You can count on us to take care of issues for you sometimes even before you know about the issue at hand.

It warms my heart when I have clients tell me how much they love their spaces and that our interior design services were a great value. To be honest, I am just softy when it comes to making people happy. Creating exceptional spaces for clients that reflect their personal, unique style is simply why I wouldn’t want to do anything else for a living.

Downsizing/Rightsizing: What To Do With All Your Stuff?

2010-04-14T21:29:31Z

Do you know why it’s so fun to stay at a hotel? I know lots of reasons! Room service, mini bars, fresh sheets and towels. But it’s also because we have escaped from our stuff! And look, we’re still having fun without it. Or maybe because of it. If you would like to duplicate this freeing feeling at home, it’s easier than you think.

You don’t have to be moving from a large home to a small condo. If you are frustrated by the amount of chattel robbing your home of usable space, you too can enjoy the freedom that comes from living with less. You’ve probably heard the term “downsizing” but at Organizers Northwest, we prefer to think of it as “rightsizing”. Getting your life right. If not now, when? It’s not about letting things go without a reason; it’s about reviewing your items and your space and making informed decisions.

What gets to live in your home? What soothes and serves you? Do you love it? Do you use it? Everything you own gets a piece of you. Everything. Some gear takes a physical effort, like cleaning, polishing, gas or batteries. Other items have an emotional cost. You’ve never liked that vase from Aunt Mary but you don’t feel right about giving it away either. But what do you do with all the treasures that are too good for the trash, but that no longer serve you? This site can help you make those decisions. Go to www.donorsresource.org and enter your zip code. You will find many great, local folks who would love to have your items. They will be given new life, and help others. As Della would say, “There’s more than enough to go around”.

This guest blog was written by Missy Gerber of Organizers Northwest. Missy and her team are expert at helping you live a more carefree life with less clutter.

Better Living Show – Our Energy Trust Concept Home

2010-03-29T21:27:51Z

The Better Living Show in Portland, Oregon is in its 3rd consecutive year. It’s mission is to bring better living through sustainable living, building and remodeling. This year I was asked to help with the interior design of the concept home in the center of the show, sponsored by Energy Trust of Oregon. The home was built by Jim Feild of Progressive Builders Northwest. I asked Garrison Hullinger, an exceptional interior designer and friend to help me with the design and procurement of essential pieces for the home. In addition to Garrison’s talent adding to the project – what fun it would be for us to collaborate on a project!

Like all show homes, the timeline is short and there are tons of hiccups. I am always like a new mother who is going through extensive labor pains the last few days before a show starts. I swear I will never have another baby (show home). “This is it! Never again.” Yes, everyone has heard me eat my words several times now. Well, it is just the pressure talking. I hate to admit it, but I seem to thrive under the pressure of deadlines and last minute details that unravel and need creativity to fix. It the thrill of the finished work and people’s astonishment I guess. Yep, I will do it again.

The Energy Trust was an honor to work on because it showcases great building ideas for the consumer who wants to dip their foot into green building and remodeling. The home featured among many things:

Eco Roofing from Fisher Roofing and product from distributor Malarkey Roofing
Hardy Siding from Lakeside Lumber and product from James Hardy
Energy Star Windows from A Cut Above
Native Landscaping Design from West Coast Natives & Willamette Graystone & Scholl’s Farm & Nursery
Outdoor Furniture from Solar Interior Design and Slate Originals
Cork, Marmoleum and Luxury Vinyl Tile from Interstate Flooring and product provided by Cronin
Low VOC paint from Benjamin Moore
Recycled Glass countertops from Fuez
Porcelin Tile with LEED credits from Interstate Flooring and product provided by S’Tile
Kitchen Recycled Glass Hardware from Spectra Decor
Energy Efficient Appliances from Basco
CFL (Compact Flourescent Lighting) and LED lighting from Hudnut
Sustainable furniture and accessories from Mitchell Gold – Bob Williams
Recycled and Natural Rugs for NW Rugs
Lighting from Mitchell Gold – Bob Williams and Lamps Plus

The show was held this last weekend: March 26th through March 28th at the Expo Center in Portland, Oregon. 30,000+ people came to see the exhibitors and walked through the show house. We hope you found yourself a little inspired!

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One Day Room Transformation Series

2010-03-27T00:00:11Z

Last week I taught a class: ‘How to transform a space in your home in one day’. I call these one day room transformations. One lucky attendee of the class won the one day room makeover. Betty Melcher of Portland, Oregon selected her living room for the one day makeover.

The class participated in a hands-on learning activity in her living room. In four hours and for less than $300 in new accessories we completed Betty’s living room redesign.

While it is true most of my clients seek me for new construction builds, remodeling and redecorating (including new furniture, window treatments and accessories), I must admit I love the “reveal” process of a one day room transformation. It is common for a client to shed a few tears at the reveal. I believe their appreciation is mostly attributed to seeing things they treasure in new and exciting ways. Using proper placement and balance great design can be achieved with a fraction of the cost of remodeling or redecorating s space.

See the Melcher families living room transformation below in our photo gallery.

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This summer we will be holding this class again. Registration is $80 a person. If you are interested in learning the art of a one day room transformation, please email me for more information. Here is a preview of what you will learn in this class:

reading a room
aranging a great floor plan
balancing color and space
using what you have to create a better design
creating or accentuate a focal point
using lighting to get the most of your design
accessorizing tricks

You will learn invaluable tools to transform any space in your home into something truly rewarding.

Four Spring Home Shows for Inspiration

2010-01-19T20:43:11Z

It is heating up this Spring with four great home shows in Portland, Oregon. Gain ideas and meet great professionals for building, remodeling and interior design.

Portland Spring Home and Garden Show

February 24^th to 28^th 2010

Portland Expo Center

Latest and Greatest in Remodeling and Home Improvement

Tour of Remodeled Homes

March 6^th and 7^th2010

Scattered Home Tour throughout the Portland, Oregon area

Presented by the Professional Remodelers Organization (PRO), a council of the Home Builders Association of Metropolitian Portland. PRO includes top remodelers, subcontractors, interior designers and suppliers. PRO of Portland is the third largest organization of its kind in the United States. One of reasons it continues to grow is PRO’s committed to ethical business practices, and encouragement of members to invest in training and education.

The show is a scattered site tour of homes that were remodeled in Portland by these great tradespeople. Get a chance to see these great projects, network with expert remodelers and in some cases even meet the homeowners.

Facebook “Tour of Remodeled Homes”

Better Living Show

March 26^th and 28^th

Portland Expo Center

The show features all things green. Learn ways to shrink energy costs and carbon footprint in your home.

Angela Todd Designs is teaming up with the Energy Trust of Oregon, Progressive Builders Northwest, Basco, and Neil Kelly (to name a few) to build and design the Energy Trust Good Energy House, one of the show’s features. Come see how to build and design green – tres’ chic!

Around the House with Handyman Bob, KXL 750 will also be on location broadcasting the show live. Come meet Handyman Bob and yours truly on Saturday from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Bring your home improvement or green question to our booth and we may even put you on air!

Ultimate Open House

April 10^th and 11^th

April 17^th and 18th

Tax Credit are up to $8k. We have near record interest rates, and ample inventory. These three incentives make now a great time to buy a home. There may never be another buyers market as good as today.

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The Winner is….

2010-01-11T19:53:51Z

This Saturday night was the first annual Distinct Style Awards introduced by the Interior Design Society of Portland and presented by Contract Furnishings Mart. The 124 entries were sent to a committee at the Bay Area Interior Design Society for selection. It was an honor to be selected among my peers in several categories, and a sheer delight to see so many of my respected peers receiving appreciation for their residential interior design projects.

Here are the 2010 winners (drum roll please)

Best Staging

Pangaea, Pangaea Interior Design

Staging Semi-Finalists:

Garrison Hullinger

Angela Todd Designs, Luster of the Pearl

Angela Todd Designs, Vista

Best Redesign

Nicole Rivlin, Redesign Works

Redesign Semi-Finalists

Angie Morse, Home Street Design

Josi Underhill, Decor by Josi

Best Color

Teri Peck

Color Semi-Finalists

Jason Ball Interiors

Angela Todd Designs

Best Bath Remodel

Susan Nicholson

Bath Remodel Semi Finalists

Teri Peck

Leslie Minervini, Minervini Interiors

Best Kitchen Remodel

Jason Ball Interiors

Kitchen Remodel Semi Finalists

Kirstin Havnaer, Hearthstone Interior Design

Katya Waff, Blue Pearl Interiors

The best in show was selected from the six winner in the above categories and received a $500 cash prize.

Best in Show

Leslie Minervini, Minervini Interiors

The Interior Design Society also awarded member awards for exceptional contributions in 2010:

Member Achievement Award

Jamie Stark, Love it Design

Vendor Achievement Award

Brandy Marsh, Area Floors

New Member Recruitment Award

Angela Todd

Congratulations to each of our members who entered the Distinct Style Awards, and to our winners and semi-finalists. A special thanks to our additional sponsors Sherwin Williams in the Pearl and Parker Furniture for making the event a smashing success.

Transform a Room in your Home in One Day

2010-01-09T20:48:02Z

Do you love HGTV and home makeover shows? Have you ever wondered what ideas a skilled interior designer would recommend for a room in your home? Come take my class this January! We have just a few more spaces left.

Click here to schedule at Mindglo.

One lucky student in the series wins a one day room makeover. The first class in the two part series focuses on how to use fresh eyes in your home and put design principles into place simply and easily with amazing results. The second class is a class redesign at the winner’s residence. Learn invaluable tools to transform any space in your home into something truly rewarding.

2 Sessions
Wednesday, January 13th, 6-9 pm
Saturday, Jan 16th, 10-2 pm
Price: $59
Location: Whole Foods Market – Fremont

Click here to schedule at Mindglo.

This video features three homes my team and I redesigned in November 2007. Each room took only 4 hours and included $0 – $300 in new pieces and accessories.

Vote Now for your NAHB Star!

2009-12-07T22:17:02Z

Online voting opened today. For what you might ask? The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is searching for someone to sing the National Anthem at the International Builder Show in Las Vegas in January.

I would appreciate your vote!

Click here to hear and see my entry and to cast your online vote.

Viva Las Vegas Angela Todd!