Word of the Year
My 2024 wrapped is definitely not as sexy as my Spotify Wrapped. But give me some grace. 2024 was not easy but it was definitely better than 2023. I am blessed with a lot of growth in my business. I added two new designers, had multiple new projects, moved my office, and finally finished the […]
Hotels for different generations
If you spent more than a few minutes in a hotel lobby, it’s fairly easy to tell what type of clientele they serve. Traditional hospitality, personalized service, a butler and a desk are typically found in high end luxury hotels but keyless check in is more likely to be found in a hotel for a […]
Consistency is key
It’s crazy to think that just 10 months ago, I was riding off the fresh thrill of New Year’s resolutions. I’m blessed to say that 2024 has been a blast so far personally and professionally. As I wrap up the year though, I am inspired to let one last word propel me to the finish line […]
Mistakes hotels make during transitions
Gotta love the changeover from summer to fall. One minute you are wearing a tank top, the next minute, you’re in your hoody and jeans. Seasonal transitions hardly happen like flipping a light switch. Instead, they are like dimmers adjusting between almost off and almost on and staying in between a lot of times. Unlike […]
Sober curious for the win
Maybe it’s been you who has said, “I need to cut back on drinking” or maybe you have a friend who’s been sober for years. Without sounding like your mom, we all know alcohol can impair your judgement and your ability to drive a car or do other motor functions. However, beyond the hangover the […]
My message to you
Have you ever noticed when things happen, they usually happen in 3’s? Lately, I’ve noticed this phenomenon and started thinking about life. It first started on my birthday when I was setting my daily intentions. I looked to Spotify to help guide me. Bob Marley came to mind and “Three Little Birds” popped up to guide me through the […]
Ai and interior design
To say that AI is everywhere is an understatement. I could easily have used it to write this month’s blog but when I saw the results it generated,I reconsidered. Sure it’s crazy fast and fairly accurate but when you get to the heart of its generated content, you can’t shake off that computer-generated smell. Bring […]
#Lessonslearned
When I started my career, social media was in its adolescence. Instagram, Pinterest and TikTok didn’t exist. LinkedIn for Business seemed like something only the Marriotts and the Hiltons had to do. However, things have significantly changed over the years. The idea of promoting my business on social media was not even on my radar. […]
My 2nd word of the year
While some company’s financial results are reported quarterly, I’m here to report the results from my quarterly word of the first year, “Onward.” As I wrote in January’s blog, “onward” was a state of mind I needed to be in as I started the new year. It gave me hope. It gave me momentum. It give […]
The psychology behind design
When some people meet me, they think to become a designer, I just had to learn about interior design principles, and theories. But what people don’t realize is how much I had to learn about human and environmental psychology. In fact, it was one of my favorite classes at Pratt. Environmental / human factors in design explains […]