The difference between a custom kitchen and your average builder-grade one? I often compare these to a pair of handmade designer shoes vs a cheap, mass-produced pair. The quality material, the thoughtful design & engineering, the artisan touches, and (most of all) how they feel on & make you feel fabulous!! That’s the [...]
Before This large master bathroom served our clients well. But after 16 years, it needed a refresh. The built-in tub, dark brown granite countertops, and closed cabinets were not delivering the luxury spa experience vibe our Apollo Beach clients wanted. Home Frosting and our team of interior designers & craftsmen were [...]
Our latest SELECT staging and home interior styling project was a bittersweet one. The Home Frosting team was all sad when we learned that Tampa Bay Lighting favorite & Stanley Cup winner, Ryan McDonough, got traded to the Nashville Predators. We will all miss Ryan and his contributions to our Bolts team. That’s [...]
What makes an extra special entryway, where guests go "WOW!"? Is it a great piece of original art, a lighting fixture with character, or a unique piece of furniture? They all can (and will) if you follow these steps. This week I had the pleasure of being on Daytime TV to share some [...]
Tips and home decorating ideas from three top Tampa Bay area interior designers. Mary McKell (left), Karen Post (center), and Lisa Gilmore (right) Holiday home decor. Tis the season again. It’s hard to believe it’s Christmas time. Where did the year go? While the year had no shortage of crazy times while getting [...]
12,000 sq. ft. estate gets transformed and goes under contract in days. In June, I received a call from Clare Guluzian, a Realtor with Pineywoods Realty. Clare also owns MGA Homes with her husband Aram. MGA Homes is a unique, luxury home builder in Tampa. While their homes are not custom built, every home [...]
The Tampa Bay luxury real estate market is breaking all kinds of records with no signs of slowing down any time soon. Before they are gone, I wanted to share a few properties from this booming market that we recently had the opportunity to stage. With our touch, the home sellers will earn the very [...]
Both are lovely. Supple, cool leathers feel great on a steamy hot day. Light linens now come in performance fabric varieties that are easy to clean and can make rooms appear larger too. Struggling with finding the perfect sofa and everything that goes with it? No problem. Our design team makes buying fine furniture [...]
Is it time to transform your formal dining space into a new room? It’s a tough call. With open floor plan kitchens and outdoor entertaining, many have said “good-bye” to the formal dining space and opted for a 2nd office, or an adult sitting room. Now how to best re purpose a room that has [...]
Of course, anyone can. Baby blush, wild flamingo, strawberry crush or rich magenta. All add a pop of pizzaz and some serious style. Want more? Visit our online shop to get your pink passion on. Need help updating a few rooms? Our design team takes the stress out of selecting fine furniture, art, and [...]