NAFASI THE BLOG

Clients are most frequently asking me for color consultations at our design sessions. Paint is one of the simplest and best changes to make for a home makeover. But colors are shown in so many different ways- on a computer screen, on a swatch, painted on a section of wall, and it can get tricky. I have some techniques to avoid the frustration.  F or the full 'How To,' r ead  my guest blog,  COLOR GAMES ,  that I wrote for the  Washington Post's Apartment Showcase  blog! Love, NAFASI

There is a lot of psychology behind why we all like what we do, based on our experiences and memories, among other things. No two people would create the exact same home, yet we do all share the same goal to simply feel good there. F or the full love story, r ead  my guest blog,  FOR THE LOVE OF INTERIOR DESIGN ,  that I wrote for the  Washington Post's Apartment Showcase  blog! Love, NAFASI Flickr, Creative Commons

This was one of the best experiences I have had in my professional life. I literally love EVERYTHING this woman does in this field... Not to mention her eloquent and relatable description of interior design. She is a true poet and a mentor through the glass of a TV screen. So you can imagine how excited I was to walk around the same event as her when Genevieve Gorder came to Belfort Furniture to promote HGTV's furniture collection. I was in the front row- and I swear we made eye contact!! ;) The majority of the crowd was homeowners looking for advice and tips. I just went to be in awe. I did get the opportunity to ask a question, "How do you feel about mixing metals?" (Which I already anticipated her response because it seems like she always answers the way that I think, and wish I could articulate as well as she can!) Of course her answer was Yes! Do it! Always! And I agree. There are no rules in this interior design world- or there are, but it's very okay to stretch...

I got this stamp made and bought gold ink. Now I can stamp envelopes, invoices, purchase orders, or anything with my logo! I love it! :)

Amidst this project for my client, I want to share with you the design process, what brainstorming looks like, glitches along the way, happy surprises, and planning. After an initial consultation, I begin working on a space plan, visualization board, source list, and presentation. Then we purchase and install! F or the full story, r ead  my guest blog, A DESIGNER'S JOB ,  that I wrote for the  Washington Post's Apartment Showcase  blog! Love, NAFASI

Here are some pics of Jessica's room, midway through the process. Can't wait to show you the final product!! :)

There's so many options for D.C. living! It's important to figure out what style  apartment  you like before moving in and getting decorating. There are townhouse,  high-rise , studio, duplex, row house, garden style, and loft apartments all around. Each one has pros and cons for  each individual . F or the full guide, r ead  my guest blog, WHICH KIND OF APARTMENT TO CHOOSE IN THE D.C. AREA ,  that I wrote for the  Washington Post's Apartment Showcase  blog! Love, NAFASI Flickr, Creative Commons Flickr, Creative Commons