A Weekend In The Hudson Valley: Where To Eat, Sip, Shop & Stay
Over Memorial Day Weekend, we took a trip to The Hudson Valley for a mini vacation. This darling town was overflowing with charm. While there, we visited some lovely shops and stops – and I want to share our favorite places with you so that you can plan a weekend trip of your own!
Our 7 Favorite Finds From High Point Market
A few weeks ago, our design team descended upon High Point Furniture Market in North Carolina, where we sat on sofas, opened dresser drawers and gave the old “touch test” to hundreds of rugs. We take this trip every year to ensure that we are bringing our clients the latest and greatest the home industry has to offer…
Delighting In The Deliverables: What You Really Get From An Interior Design Firm
Our approach to design has been refined over many design presentations and we understand that trust and transparency are paramount to a successful designer-client relationship. The design phase culminates with an in-depth colorful presentation where clients are shown fully actualized designs for the spaces in their home. It is replete with renderings, material boards, floor plans, product proposals and imagery, physical samples GALORE…
Debunking The Myth Of Renovation Vs. Furniture Investment
During initial talks with many clients, we often find ourselves debunking the myth that a client’s investment is best spent in a way that’ll be reflected in the home’s value when it’s time to sell. While there are certainly steps you can take to ensure this through renovation, the sure-fire way to guarantee a return on your investment is by focusing funds on items that will immediately impact your family’s ability to live comfortably in your home…
Explaining Rug Types + How To Care For Them
A great rug can be a wonderful injection of color, texture and pattern for any space. Today we’re talking all about rug construction and letting you in on some of our secrets for selecting the right type and how to care for it…
Reveal: Kaleidoscope Of Color In Graduate Hospital
As busy and stylish young professionals, they knew their limited free time would be challenging for these goals so they reached out to Michelle Gage Interiors to make the most of our efficient processes, exclusive access to statement goods and love of all things patterned, colorful and whimsical…
Reveal: Colors Of St. Croix In Radnor
Our clients had initially undertaken a significant renovation on their own – their laundry and mudroom, kitchen, butler’s pantry and primary bathroom – but quickly found themselves entangled in all the decisions and details. Enter the Michelle Gage Interiors team…
Michelle Gage’s Curated Guide To Paris
Earlier this month, Alex and I travelled to France for Paris Design Week. While there, we not only visited the incomparable Maison & Objet, but also sought inspiration at countless museums and beloved local shops. I am delighted to share some of our favorite stops with you in this curated guide…
Reveal: Oh So Smitten In Society Hill
Welcome to “Oh So Smitten in Society Hill!” We invite you to explore all the ways in which we layered patterns, united color stories, introduced playful art pieces and more to answer our clients call to create a colorful and eclectic home that reflects their personal whimsy while meeting their distinctive needs.
Upholstery 101: Our Ultimate Guide To Perfect Upholstery
Fantastic sofas and chairs can really make a room – the form, scale, color and pattern all play heavily into the overall design, but also impact the timelessness and comfort of living with the pieces. Along with using great quality frames and materials, there are several ways to beautifully customize upholstery and we’re here for ALL of them…