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: 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…
Local Sources For Your Art Collection
As the period of being unable to browse museums, attend gallery openings and shop the creations of local artists in person comes to a close, we wanted to seize this opportunity to share some of our favorite local sources for curating the perfect art collection…
The Value Of Project Management
We spend 50% of every project working on the design and 50% coordinating procurement. When you’re considering hiring an interior designer, make sure that your style aligns AND that you trust that team to handle all of the little details.
All In On Color
Pantone recently announced their pick for the 2021 color of the year – and to put it simply – our predications were totally off! Just another reminder that 2020 isn’t over just yet, folks.
Pantone surprised the design world by selecting two colors: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating. Simple and classic, this straightforward pairing of yellow and gray is meant to symbolize “a marriage of color conveying a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting.”
Trending For 2021: Adaptable Homes
Which 2020 buzzword are you ready to say goodbye to? For us, it’s “uncertain times.” Here at Michelle Gage Interiors, we’re embracing “adaptability” for 2021. In the past year, we have all had to adapt in ways we never imagined and our homes have carried the brunt of these burdens.
