The Best Crystals for Every Room in Your Home
Whether displayed on their own, in a case or hanging pendulum, in place of fireplace logs (as we did for a recent client) or as a full-blown crystal grid (A fun DIY project whether you’re into crystals...
View ArticleWelcome to WestEdge Design Fair!
What is WestEdge Design Fair? Now in its 7th year, the WestEdge Design Fair is one of my favorite design events to attend and speak at. Not just because it takes place right here in Los Angeles, also...
View ArticleSkip the Carpet, Shop Sustainable Rugs Instead
As a rule, our firm doesn’t specify wall to wall carpeting for any of our projects – not only does it make your home look dated and less polished, it’s nearly impossible to get a carpeted room fully...
View ArticleShopping Sustainable Showrooms at High Point Market
We’re always on the look-out for vendors with a great sustainable story. And this year, at High Point Market, we discovered some new favorites that fit the bill, like Windy O’Connor and Blue Print...
View ArticleTop 5 Places to Shop The Best Outdoor Furniture
Let’s chat outdoor furniture! We know the seasons are getting chillier, but we still have our endless Summer in SoCal and love to spend as much time outdoors as possible. On The Design Bloggers Tour...
View ArticleCreating a Sense of Home
A Sense of Home Along with our friends at Lamps Plus, we teamed up with A Sense of Home organization to help those who have aged out of the foster care system. We just finished furnishing our first...
View ArticleGlamorous Furniture Surprises from the High Point Market Design Blogger’s Tour
This High Point Market, the Design Bloggers Tour and Esteem Media, took us on an exclusive tour through Market’s most exclusive and glamorous furniture, lighting, and decor showrooms. The past few...
View ArticleDesigners On Social Summit
From the Ted Talk to the Designers on Social Summit, it’s a busy week at Lori Dennis Inc… Hello, everyone! We’re coming off of a thrilling weekend at TED X Santa Barbara, where Lori Dennis gave a talk...
View ArticleA Note of Gratitude from the Lori Dennis Inc. Team
2019 provided the Lori Dennis Inc. team much to be grateful for! In reflecting on what we wanted to write about this Thanksgiving, a common theme kept arising: the valuable relationships that not only...
View ArticleHow to Create a Map to the Four Cornerstones of a Fulfilling Life
So excited we’re mere days away from the DOSS (Designers On Social Summit) presented by Bobby Tsui. It’s the first entirely online summit for interior designers! It is super convenient. Make your self...
View Article10 Ways to Get Your Guest Bedroom in Shape for the Holidays
This post was sponsored by Stearns & Foster. All opinions are my own. This holiday season, if you’re like us, your guest bedroom or guest house will be used more than at any other time of the year!...
View ArticleBeyond 1000-Count Sheets: 5 Surprising Investments in Quality You’ll Love for...
This post was sponsored by Stearns & Foster. All opinions are my own. Beyond 1000-Count Sheets: Investment Pieces for Your Home When it comes to creating a luxurious bedroom, we often turn to...
View ArticleTop 2020 Wellness Trends to Watch For
2020 is going to be a year of wellness reevaluation. Everyone needs a bit more balance and this is the year to get serious about it. Here are the five major wellness trends you can expect to see more...
View ArticleTop 3 Reasons to Consider Going Plant-Based in 2020
We recently designed the home of Forks Over Knives founders Brian Wendel and Darshana Thacker and got to pick their brains about the benefits of the plant based diet they made famous! Here’s a peek...
View ArticleNew Home Source Winter Interior Design Trend Report
Once again, Lori Dennis Inc. has been asked to contribute to the New Home Source trend forecast for Winter 2020 alongside some of the best interior designers working in the industry today. We’re in...
View ArticleLas Vegas Market 2020 Interior Design Trends Recap
What were we doing at Las Vegas Market? Stearns & Foster and Temperpedic mattresses flew us out to Vegas to chat about all things wellness! We had the best time with their entire team and cannot...
View ArticleWelcome to the Quad Squad: Introducing The Quadrant Life by Lori Dennis
Hello! I am thrilled to introduce you to The Quadrant Life: my four part philosophy in finding balance in the most important aspects of your life. I have been fortunate to have fulfilling...
View ArticleThis Valentine’s Day: Focus on Self Love to Cultivate Lasting Relationships
Happy V Day, everyone! Valentine’s Day is here and it should be a cheerful holiday full of love whether you are coupled up or not. Here’s a round-up of our favorite activities that make the perfect...
View Article5 Things Going in My Gratitude Journal & Why You Need to Start Gratitude...
Wow. What an awesome week it’s been! I am overwhelmed with gratitude for all the good things coming my way and for my family and design firm. I’m filling up the pages of my gratitude journal this week!...
View ArticleGranny Flats 101: How to Maximize Your Property Value with a Rental Unit
Last Saturday, February 29, I spoke at the 101 Maxable Expo in Downtown LA about how to maximize your property value with a rental unit. I’ve done it in my own home and now in many others! Building a...
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