Time to start planting your flowering hydrangeas shrubs for endless Summer blooms.

Really I thought about calling this post, “How to Survive a Home Renovation” but I am trying to stay positive here people. We are in full swing renovation mode over here at the Kind of Coastal Cape Cod and while it might be too soon to tell, things are actually going quite smoothly! I have been documenting the progress over on our YOUTUBE channel so go take a peek if you are nosey like me! We are still a few months away from the finish line but I am happy to share the walls are up, the mechanical lines are moved and things are on schedule for a July finish.

While we begin this journey of renovating our own home I wanted to use this as an opportunity to walk you thru the step by step process we use here at VWI when we are planning projects of this scale. Save this post for future reference because we are sparing no detail when it comes to planning your own renovation! This 6 part series will show you how to get from the conceptual design plans to an actual finished space. If you love a good before and after then you are in the right place!

Welcome back to our new home series, 'What Does It Cost', where we break down just how much it'll cost to make your dream space a reality! Today, we are talking Living Rooms (appropriately named because it really is the heart of the home). If your family is anything like ours, you really do live in the living room. It is where we chit chat, entertain, read, relax, and celebrate. It is also one of the first major spaces you see when entering a home and sets the mood for the rest of the home. Keep reading to find our what we believe you should be spending to get the most out of your space!

Here at Valerie Wheeler Interiors, we have your back! Whether you are a client or a loyal blog reader ( thank you), we always want to ensure that your home and the pieces in it are the perfect fit. We all love to find a steal of a deal, but when it comes to home furnishings, cheaper is not always better! We believe in investing in high quality pieces that will withstand everyday living. We have broken down ,room-by-room, a range of what the staple pieces of furniture should cost you. We always strive to use quality made, timeless pieces in our designs. This guide is not meant to be anything but informational, everyone's mindset around money is unique. One thing we have found is decorating one room at time can help our clients feel more in control of their budget. In lieu of buying random pieces for each room of your home and still feeling like things are unfinished, why not try to complete a space down to the very last detail before moving on to the next? Keep reading for our Room Investment Guide and stay tuned for more room break downs.

We have always been a fan of a good wallpaper moment, but if you read our recent post, Interior Design Trends You Will Be Seeing In 2022, you would know that wallpaper is no longer reserved for your old Aunt Bettys sitting room. It is now a great accent to any space and adds that extra somethin' somethin'. Keep reading for our favorite places to score the perfect roll for your home!

Some my argue that the bathroom is, in fact, the heart of the home. It is where we get ready to take on the day ahead, and then promptly wash it all away. A timeless bathroom design can add a lot of value to your home, and we are sharing just how much it will cost to revamp your space, and make your dream bathroom a reality!

If your family is anything like ours, you spend a lot of time binging Netflix in the family room. Over time, the couch pillows begin to wear and end up looking sloppy, and we can't have that. We recently switched out our old sorry throw pillows for some fresh and fun ones from our friends at Serena and Lilly! They have tons of style, size, and color options so you'll be sure to find the perfect fit for your space. Switching up decor pieces in your home like pillows and throws is such an easy way to elevate and freshen up your space. So for today's blog, we're sharing our tips and tricks for styling and picking the perfect pillows for your living space!

We are currently working on a super fun, top secret commercial space that you can all enjoy! One of our favorite interior finds are arched walkways. And after walking through the space, we knew it was screaming for some to be added. We find that the smallest architectural details can pack a huge punch and add a ton of character to a home or space. Since working on this space, we've had nothing but archways on the mind. So today, we're sharing a step-by-step guide for creating beautiful archways to your existing squared off hallways!

One of our most asked questions we receive in the DM's is how to pick the proper rug size for your space. Luckily for you, we're here to help! We are going to give our designer tips for picking the perfect rug to compliment any room. From home offices to dinning rooms, we have you covered!

Nothing livens up a space quite like a fresh bouquet of flowers! Whether it be a romantic floral burst of color or a low profile minimal bundle, flowers are a great addition to any space. But creating the perfect arrangement can be tricky. We like our floral arrangements to look natural and "perfectly imperfect". We opt for a mix of neutrals and lush leafy greens but we always make sure to have a focal flower, in this case it was the lilies! They're large and act as an anchor for the rest of the florals and are extremely fragrant! As for vases, our one stop shop is always Le Fleur Farms! Head to your local florist or get out your garden sheers and let's start arranging!

There's no day like an install day! We LIVE for install days over here at Valerie Wheeler Interiors. There is nothing like seeing the look on our clients faces when a project has come to completion, and their dream home can officially be a reality. For todays blog, we are sharing how we prep a home for the big reveal! Pro tip: use some of these tricks for when hosting to trick your guests into thinking your home is picture perfect at all times!

We're still riding that productive wave that a new year brings. We'll fall off soon enough don't worry. But with the new year comes the desire to start fresh! Everything from the foods we eat, to how we move our bodies, and the spaces we live in needs to be revamped in the initial weeks of the new year. Here are some ways that we are planning on organizing our homes for 2021!

'Tis the season for running around like a chicken with your head chopped off.... but it doesn't have to be that way! We recently shot with one of our favorite local publications, Annapolis Home, and shared with their readers how we throw a holiday party here at Valerie Wheeler Interiors. And it reminded us that we kind of have this whole hosting thing on lock, but it took some trial and error. So we are sharing our tips and tricks for throwing a great holiday party that everyone can enjoy (even the host)!

Y'ALL! And in the colder months we thrive here at Valerie Wheeler Interiors. We have a bunch of holiday content in the works, so buckle up! To start us off, Porch Decor. Yes, we are interior designers and much of what we specialize in is the inside of our clients homes, but curb appeal is so important and is often overlooked. Adding some small seasonal touches will make a huge impact and make you feel all happy inside when walking up to your humble abode after a long day of sipping pumpkin spiced lattes and apple picking (BECAUSE FALL!!). Okay, okay thats how we wish we could spend all our days but whatever. Follow along to see how we amped up our porch and ways you can get your home dressed up for sweater weather.

Ahh, the art of the pillow fluff... We like to think we have perfected it here at Valerie Wheeler Interiors. And with the Serena and Lily friends and family sale coming to a close, we thought it'd only be fair if we share our tips and tricks to perfectly styling your new pillows from the sale. Be sure to use the code BEOURGUEST to get 20% off all of our favorite fluffy finds!

Research shows that people with plants in their living space are overall happier. So today we are bringing the happy and sharing our favorite fool-proof house plants and where you should sprinkle them throughout your home. We luckily have a go-to plant nursery in our community (Homestead Gardens for any of you Annapolis natives), but for those who aren't in luck we also love to shop the plants on The Sill, an online plant delivery service with a rocking selection. They also include a user friendly plant guide so you know exactly what you're getting yourself into.

Design is in the details. We've all heard the saying. One of my favorite design details is obviously lighting. Lighting has the power to instantly transform any space from mediocre to show stopping. Take my Jacqueline chandelier for example. There is a reason I post this angle every 9 squares on my Instagram. It stops you in your tracks, a detail that can't be missed. Most people consider this element of design when designing a space. But one element that unfortunately often goes unnoticed are the light switches that makes these beautiful fixtures work.

Did you guys get a chance to check out my top picks for 2018 Design Trends? If not do not fret you can read all about that here. Really there are a lot of things in design I have been crushing on lately, so I decided it time to bring Trend Watch Wednesday back! Trend Watch Wednesday is something I started way back when my blog was just a baby. Its really just my place to share with you all my favorite pins, inspiration and trends that I think you need in your life. This week's trend watch caught my attention years ago when I saw this pink lady gracing the cover of my favorite shelter magazine. Feathers by Paule Marrot has been on my radar ever since. Now you all know I love a good pop of pink, but you know what I love even more? Vintage art prints. Nothing gets my design juices buzzing more than art work that looks as though its been ripped right out of a sketch book. And that is essentially what Paule Marrot's entire collection for Natural Curiosities is.

Well its official Pantone just announced 2018 colors of the year.... ULTRA VIOLET. Yup you heard me right. Violet. I'm really not sure how I feel about this one. I realize there are some die hard purple people out there but I'm just not one of them. But with each year brings new change and there are some really great changes happening right now in the design world that I'm excited to share with you. Just like with any industry there are ebbs and flows are to whats "hot" and whats not. While I'm a big believer in timeless spaces, I think you can still have fun with trends as long as you are layering them in ways that can be easily changeable. Would I suggest painting your whole house ULTRA VIOLET? No. But would I suggest grabbing a soft velvet throw pillow in this hue? Absolutely. So with that little disclaimer here are some of my top design trends for 2018. And do me a favor a pin the guide on the bottom if your loving these design trends as much as I am. One of my 2018 resolutions is to get my Pinterest account up to snuff and I'd appreciate any Pinterest love I can get:)