Design Show House: MY DESIGN IS SELECTED!

The design boards were submitted and it felt so good. The amount of time and effort that I put into both of them was a true labor of love. We were told that designers would hear back if they were chosen on Friday so imagine my surprise when I heard back on Wednesday!  YOU GUYS! I was blown away at the response.  The judges loved my design board for the Sophisticated Bathroom and couldn't wait to see the transformation!  Not only did I get chosen but I also got my first choice room! Most of the designers who bid on the house are established firms who have been designing for years. I'm thrilled to get to work along side them to turn this house into an amazing work of art. I have a feeling I will learn a lot through this process and am grateful you are along for the ride.  

We have a design meeting at the house in a few days, after that we can get in to our space and begin working our magic. 

To read about the whole process start here:

1. Announcing the Design Show House

2. BSO Design Show House Sophisticated Bathroom Design Board

3. BSO Design Show House: Adventure Awaits Reading Nook

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1. Light, 2. SW Paint Color, 3. Mirror, 4. Shelf, 5. Kohler Purist Widespread Faucet, 6. Radiator Cover, 7. Succulent, 8. Fabric , 9. Mornings Away Art Print, 10. Towels

1. World Map Wall Mural, 2. SW Paint Color, 3. Telescope, 4. Lego Head 5. Light Fixture, 6. BB-8 Pillow, 7. Bike Pillow, 8. Dot Desk, 9. Floor Cushion, 10. Sailcloth Storage, 11. Sign

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Design Show House

Two years ago I toured the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's Design Show House compliments of Sherwin Williams and loved every minute of it.  As I was touring, I noticed several of the designers had used fabric I have chosen for projects, paint colors that I have in my own home, and many accessories that I own or have admired from afar (let's face it some of them are pricey).  This gave me a boost in confidence that maybe I do have what it takes to take my love of design and put it out there for the world.

The Guildford House I toured in 2015

This year, I have decided to try my talents and submit designs for this year's BSO Design House, Mayfair.  When the opportunity presented itself, I jumped on it, touring the bare house with my dear friend and partner in crime, Sarah.

This year's Show House: Mayfair

On our way in to check it out

The grand staircase from the Foyer

My plans are due later this week.  I will be sure to share a sampling of what I put together for the three rooms I chose.

Sewing Project: New Throw Pillows

After my curtain project I got excited to be sewing again.  I decided we needed to update the pillows in the family room to give the room some color. 
I found some fabric I liked (and it was 50% off!).  For $10 I got two new throw pillows: