It's been a minute since I blogged, but it's also been a minute since I attended a design show. I decided on ICFF 2019 (International Contemporary Furniture Fair) to break the fast and I'm glad I did. ... View Post
What you should know about….Candles
My son said to me the other day, "Your thing is candles." I wasn't sure what he meant so I asked him to explain. "You love putting candles in the homes you stage or style." Okay…so it's true I love them ... View Post
Having my chair featured in Luxe Magazine
I spent my early days in my Uncle's upholstery store with my Mom. I played hide and seek between half finished chairs and sofas. All through my life my Mom recovered our furniture breathing new life into them. Many hours were spent pouring over fabrics for these chairs. Many pieces were rescued from the dump and given new life. It's only fitting that after discovering that FIDM had a competition that incorporated textile development, a hint of fabric and design of a chair that I would toss my ... View Post
New Office Design
So I needed more space. My office was literally busting at the seams with all the stuff that goes along with being a designer. Luckily my office is in a complex of offices so I could transfer to a new office with a bit more space with only a slight bump in budget. Plot twist…the new office doesn't come with furniture and the old one did. What's a designer to do? :-) So here's my ultra simple plan for storage and beauty for the new, not so empty office. Physical Effects What happens to your ... View Post
Introducing Chansaerae Designs
I'd love you to know me better. View my introduction video and get to know me better. ... View Post
Booking my first solo client.
Just received an appointment request for the first clients that I've gotten due to my advertising. The feelings I got when I saw the request ranged from excitement to fear. First clients and I'm amped. FIRST CLIENTS ON MY OWN!!! What if I mess up? 😳😳 While I'm ready to jump all in I hope it's goes smoothly for both me and my customers. Kitchen remodel here I come!! ... View Post